Wade Turner of Brandon was this year’s first-place angler, winning $1,000 with his 83.2-cm northern pike.

PHOTOS: Fishing derby draws crowd

The Rivers Northern Pike Fish Derby saw a good crowd again this year


There were 189 registered contestants in the Rivers and Area Game and Fish Association 10th annual Northern Pike Fish Derby on Mar. 10 on Lake Wahtopanah. A total of 37 fish were caught during the five-hour derby. This year’s winner was Wade Turner of Brandon, hooking an 83.2-cm pike. Proceeds from the event are used


Manitoba to increase poaching penalties

Funds collected will support preservation initiatives

The Manitoba government has introduced legislation to seek restitution from those caught illegally harvesting fish or wildlife over and above fines already in place. “Poachers must pay the real price and can’t be robbing Manitoba of its natural bounty. The monies collected will be directed to the newly established Fish and Wildlife Enhancement Fund to