Salmon Derby Wrapup

Well the major "big water" derbies are done for another year and once again proved to be a major tourism draw to their respective regions.

The Owen Sound Salmon Spectacular - hosted by the Sydenham Sportsman's Association - boasted a 22.44 pounder caught by local angler Craig Rourke to clinch first place. Craig takes home a host of prizes including a new boat and motor.

The grand daddy of them all is of course the Great Ontario Salmon Derby hosted by the Toronto Sun and the Toronto Sportsmen's Show. Held on the waters of Lake Ontario this huge 50 day event offers $450,000 dollars in daily, weekly, and grand prizes.

Port Credit resident Al Menard walks away with the big prize for 2008 after boating a 35.46 pound monster.

Congratulations to all the winners, but more importantly thanks for making these events a huge success and contributing to fisheries management and conservation in Southern Ontario.

Lloyd