2021 Kids Pink Salmon Derby – Saturday, July 24th

How It Works

Only photos uploaded between 6:01 am and Midnight Saturday, July 24th will be eligible for prizes!

KIDS DERBY HATS AVAILABLE AT Valdez Fish Derbies Weigh-In Station 6am to 10am – Saturday, July 24th

1.  Free Valdez Kids Derby Hat available to Children age 5 to16
* One hat per child
* Child must be present at weigh-in between 6am to 10am to pick up hat
* Please stay in your car and drive by the weigh-in & volunteer will hand you hat(s)

2.  Take a Picture that includes: Pink Salmon, One Child & Hat (either on the kid or the fish!)

* One Child per picture please – that child will be entered to win prizes
* If you have multiple children, enter them separately – Submit ONE ENTRY FORM per Child

3. Picture must be taken on Saturday, July 24th and submitted by midnight

4. Please include Contact Information so we can get a hold of you when you win!

5. Kids Derby Prize Pick-Up Hours are Sunday July 25th 9am-8pm at the weigh-in!

6. Do NOT weigh-in your fish at weigh-in station – Photo entries will only be taken online

2021 Kids Pink Salmon Derby Prize Info

$100 CASH and 2 fishing poles per division!

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2020 Kids Pink Salmon Derby Winners

CLICK Picture for Kids Derby Slide Show – Press Square Box with Arrow Icon on right side of page to make a Slideshow

Winners were chosen at random
Kids Derby prizes can be picked up at the weigh-in station on Chitina Drive!
9am to 8pm – SUNDAY, July 25th

5 to 7 Age Division

8 to 10 Age Division

11-13 Age Division

14-16 Age Division

2020 Kids Pink Salmon Derby Prize Info

4 Grand Prizes of $100 CASH – 8 Fishing Poles

CLICK HERE for FAQ

 

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KVAK Kid’s Club will be hosting a virtual radio show Saturday, July 25th from 5-6pm!
Tune into KVAK Radio for a fun time on the air with KVAK’s Kids Club Kids!
CLICK HERE for more info.

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2020 Photo Submission

There will be NO Barbeque this year – but we look forward to seeing your pictures!
Prizes can be picked up at weigh-in station Sunday – Weigh-In Open Sunday 1pm to 8pm
12 WINNERS will be announced 12:01am Sunday, July 26
Kids Derby Prize Pick-Up Hours are Sunday July 26th 9am-8pm at the weigh-in!

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2019 Kids Pink Salmon Derby Winners

5 to 7 Age Division

8 to 10 Age Division

11-13 Age Division

14-16 Age Division

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Top 10 (2008 through 2019) Pink Salmon Derby Winners

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Kids Fish Derby 2019 Sponsors

Wilson Brothers
Coca-Cola Bottling of Alaska
City Of Valdez
GCI
Alyeska Pipeline Service Company
First National Bank
Bahama Hawks
The Prospector
KVAK Radio

General Information

2019 Kids Pink Salmon Derby

1. Who can participate in the 2019 Kid’s Derby?

Any kid in the following age divisions:
Age: 5 – 7
Age: 8 – 10
Age: 11 – 13
Age: 14 – 16

2. Who can come to the BBQ?

Kid’s Derby participants and their friends & family.

3. What if I don’t catch a fish?

Come by the weigh in station anyway, and let us know that you tried. You can still get a free t-shirt (while supplies last) and attend the Awards BBQ.

4. When & Where do I weigh my fish?

Between 10:00 am – 5:00 pm on Saturday, July 20th.  At the Valdez Fish Derby weigh in station near the Harbormaster’s office.

5. How much does it cost?

It’s FREE! No fees for the derby or for the BBQ!

6. When is the BBQ?

We will begin serving food at 5pm, July 20th Saturday at Dock Point.

7. What will Valdez Fish Derbies do with my picture?

Valdez Fish Derbies will take a picture of every child who weighs a fish.
If parent/guardian signs the release form, their picture will be posted on VFD website.
Winner pictures will be released to the media, only if parent or guardian over age of 18 has signed the release.

As a non-profit 501 C6 organization, Valdez Fish Derbies is dedicated to promoting Sportfishing in Valdez. Pink salmon are a great introduction to fishing for kids because the pinks are plentiful, easily accessible and a lot of fun to catch. Valdez Fish Derbies happily funds the barbecue, prizes and operational expenses of the Kids Pink Salmon Derby. We encourage you to bring your kids and get hooked on fishing.

CLICK HERE for printable Flyer – 19 Kids Derby FAQ

CLICK HERE for 2018 Weigh-In Pics & Event Slideshow

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2018 Kids Pink Salmon Derby Winners

5 to 7 Age Division

8 to 10 Age Division

11-13 Age Division

14-16 Age Division