for Pikeminnow and Smallmouth Bass
Dawn to 2:00 pm
We acknowledge that our event is being held on unceded territory of the Soowahlie First Nation.
No registration tickets are required to fish at Cultus Lake on Father’s Day Weekend.
You are welcome to fish on Father’s Day weekend at no cost.
However, if you wish to enter the Lions Derby contest and be eligible to win any of the cash and draw prizes, you will have to register for a ticket. Tickets can be purchased at Fred’s Custom Tackle in Chilliwack and Abbotsford prior to June 15. On Derby Day they will be available at Main Beach, Cultus Lake at 5:00 am.
2024 CULTUS LAKE FISHING DERBY
Pikeminnow (Northern Pikeminnow) prey on juvenile Cultus Lake Sockeye salmon. Smallmouth Bass is an illegally introduced invasive species.
This derby will aid the recovery of the Cultus Lake Sockeye salmon population by modifying factors affecting their survival in freshwater!
Saturday, June 15, 2024
The Lions Fishing Derby runs from Dawn to 2:00 pm at the Main Beach, Cultus Lake, BC
Parking is free in Lot A before 9:00 am arrival
Winners must be present to claim prizes
Available cash prizes for fish entered by registered anglers at the weigh-in are split evenly between Junior and Adult categeories.
There will be additional, non-cash prizes, drawn from all tickets sold prior to 11:00 am on DERBY DAY
The Eastern Fraser Valley Lions Clubs are once again hosting the 2024 Lions Cultus Lake Fishing Derby.
BC FRESHWATER FISHING REGULATIONS