MN High School Muskie Tournament on Lake Bemidji

YOUTH MUSKIE SHOWDOWN

July 2, 2012
6a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Lake Bemidji
Rules and Regulations
• 1 or 2 participating teams per school. No entry fee.
• Participants must currently be in grades 9-12.
• Each team will be comprised of 2 participants.
• Student teams will provide their own boats and make sure they are safe to be on the water.
• Students must be able to legally operate their boat (must have watercraft operators permit if over 25 hp motor).
• Students must wear a life preserver when using their outboard.
• All fish are to be measured, photographed, and released.
• The largest muskie will be the winner.
• If no muskies are caught, the largest northern will qualify as the winning fish.
• Fishing is only allowed with artificial bait. This is Catch and Release event.
• All participants agree to behave appropriately, respectfully, and comply with all MN High School League and DNR rules.
• All students and their families assume all legal and financial responsibilities for their participation.
• The two winning teams from each chapter will compete in a one-day state event. The winning high school team will be given a trophy/plaque for their school.


High School students please see your principal for further details. If your principal does not have the necessary information please get ahold of me or Tom Keith (612 214-0674).