Fishin’ For a Mission will occur on October 5th, 2024!
On October 5th from noon - 4:30 PM we'll be hosting a casual fishing fundraiser for Word and Deed! Word and Deed is currently supporting many projects, communities and after-school meal programs across the world. This event is to raise awareness of Word and Deed, and to specifically support The Nicaragua Agriculture Program - where fishing for sustenance is a weekly task for many. Fishin’ for a Mission raised just over $13,000 last year!
Details for Oct 5th:
Fishing starts at NOON! Show up at 11:45 at Selkirk Park - lots of free parking.
- There are quite a few boats lined up (feel free to bring a boat if you have access to one - FREE ADMISSION if you bring a boat and have room for others to hop in!). In the event that there are more anglers than room on boats, there will be designated shore fishing areas available.
- Ensure you have a valid fishing license, fishing rod, tackle and your own supply of bait (worms and or minnows).
- FISHING WILL TAKE PLACE ON THE RED RIVER in Selkirk
- New to fishing on the Red River? Pickerel tend to like green/yellow, gold or pink jigs. A medium action rod with 8lb line is good. Some people prefer pickerel rigs. Don't let lack of experience hold you back from coming - there will be lots of experienced anglers that can point you in the right direction of how to catch the amazing species of fish we have in our province!
- This will be a very casual event. Prizes will be awarded for various fish species, and various sizes.
- Fishing ends at 4:30. Deep fried fish and chips will be available at 5:00
- Entrance fee is $50 for adults and $25 for kids, which includes dinner (Family rate of $150). Or pre purchase dinner-only tickets for $25.00 - and see what was caught!
Here are the payment options:
- Cash on the day of the event.
- Cheque made out to Word & Deed with ‘Fishin for a Mission’ written on the memo line, submitted on the day of the event.
- E-transfer to office@wordanddeed.org with ‘Fishin for a Mission’ written in the comment section.
- Credit Card by going to wordanddeed.org/donate. Choose ‘Fishin’ for a Mission’ from the ‘Choose where your gift will be used’ dropdown.
Feel free to email us any questions! Register by September 25th by emailing: FishinMissionMB@gmail.com
Hope to see you there!