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   “Thar she blows!!” was the theme of the day as the wind lifted canopies, broke a shade umbrella, and tried to blow the contestants off the Birch Lake fishing area.  But all the young fisher persons held fast and the first week of the contest was a great success.  Unfortunately, the fish were not biting very much with just over 1 fish per contestant on average.  We saw nothing but smiles though and we all look forward to another great fishing season in Hackensack!

Grand Prize Winner

Evelyn T. from Longville took home top honors from the June 11 Children’s Fishing Contest. Photos submitted.

   The hot dog sponsor this week was Birch Lake Association (www.mybirchlake.org)

Kids fishing contest ages 0-5

At the Hackensack Kid’s Fishing Contest Tuesday, June 11,  26 kids in the 0-5 year old group, caught and released 22 fish. Katie R. caught the largest fish (2.1 oz.); Aubree S. reeled in the first fish; Doug M. and Henry R. landed the most fish (3 each); and Ayden B. hooked the smallest fish (2 1/2 inches).

   As the first sponsor for the year, they were awesome at helping to clean the cobwebs, counter tops, etc. Thank you so much for your donation and your time, it was very appreciated.

Kids fishing contest ages 6-9

At the June 11, Hackensack Kid’s Fishing Contest, 15 kids in the 6-9 year old group, caught and released 19 fish. Maggie B. caught the largest fish (5.7 oz.); Cooper S. reeled in the first fish; Liam F. landed the most fish (5); and the smallest fish was hooked by Rick R. (4 1/4 inches) .

   The dates for this year are every Tuesday, June 11th – August 13th, 2024 from 11am - 12:30pm. Be early to register before it starts. We look forward to seeing everyone that can make it.

Kids fishing contest ages 10-15

In the 10-15 year old group, Tuesday, June 11, 27 kids caught and released 48 fish. Madden B hooked the largest fish (16 oz.); the first fish was caught by Eli K.; Geena L caught the most fish (23) and the smallest fish (3 1/4 inches) was landed by Charlie E.

   Visit our Facebook page to view the weekly photos. You can search Facebook for “Hackensack Children’s Fishing Contest” and click on the Photo Album link on Facebook. Once on the photos page, you can select Album and go to the week you would like to look at.

Minnow Racing Winner

Forest L. of Aitkin was last week’s minnow race winner. 

   If you are interested in helping as a volunteer or in sponsoring our contest next year, contact Bill Kennedy at 218.838.9468 or [email protected].

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