Beaver County Sportsmen's Conservation League

To promote and foster, the protection and conservation of our wildlife resources

Joe Craig Memorial Fishing Derby

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Hopewell Community Park

2500 Laird Drive, Aliquippa, PA 15001

Saturday, April 27, 2019

Over 50 prizes to be given out!

Trophies will be awarded in different categories for boys and girls.

Additional prizes for tagged fish during the derby.

Bait will be sold at the park

One rod per angler

No minnows permitted as bait

Concession stand will be open.

For information, call 724-201-9680

Youth Fishing Derby Saturday, April 27, 2019 8am – 12pm

Ages 15 & under – FREE

Registration: 6:30am

Sponsored by Beaver County Sportsmen’s Conservation League – BCSCL.net

Adult Fishing Derby Sunday, April 28, 2019 7am – 11pm

Registration: 6:00am

$3 /Rod – 2 Rod limit

Prizes for Top Anglers

50/50 Raffle

Bait & Concessions are available.

No minnows permitted as bait.

Sponsored by Hopewell Township Parks & Recreation Department

For Information, call 724-378-1460

2019 Fishing Derby Flyer

2018 Fishing Derbys At Hopewell Community Park April 28th and 29th

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2018 Youth & Adult Fishing Derby Flyer

Youth Fishing Derby

Saturday April 28, 2018
ages 15 and Under Free
Registration at 6:30 am
Over 50 prizes to be given out.
Trophies will be awarded in different categories for boys and girls
Additional prizes for tagged fish during the derby.
Bait will be sold at the park
One rod per angler
No minnows permitted as bait
Concession stand will be open

For More information Call 724-683-5880

Adult Fishing Derby

Sunday, April 29, 2018
7am to 11am
6am registration
$3 per rod…..2 rod limit
Prizes for top anglers
50/50 raffle
Bait and concessions are available
No minnows permitted as bait

Trout Stocking Starts Soon

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Trout Stocking Starts Soon
To find out when your favorite fishing spot will be stocked with trout from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, stocking schedules are now available in print, online and on the commission’s FishBoatPA mobile app.

The commission plans to stock 3.2 million adult trout in more than 720 streams and 126 lakes open to public angling each year. These figures include approximately 2 million rainbow trout; 640,000 brown trout; and 500,000 brook trout. The average size of the trout produced for stocking is 11 inches in length.

The statewide opening day for trout season is Saturday, April 14, but a regional opening day in 18 southcentral and southeastern counties is set for Saturday, March 31. Click here for a list of those counties.

Additionally, the commission will host Mentored Youth Trout Days on Saturday, March 24, for those same 18 counties and Saturday, April 7, statewide. Last year, more than 30,000 kids signed up to participate. Youth under the age of 16 can join a mentor (adult) angler who has a current fishing license and trout permit to fish for trout the Saturday before the regular opening days. Youth anglers must obtain a mentored youth permit or voluntary youth fishing license as well. Click here for more information about the program.

For more information about fishing licenses or regulations, or to check the online stocking schedule, click here. 

Courtesy PA Fish And Boat Commission / http://www.fishandboat.com

Three Electronic Devices Could Be Approved for Huning

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THREE ELECTRONIC DEVICES COULD BE APPROVED FOR HUNTING

It’s unlawful to hunt with electronic devices unless they’re permitted by exception.

If the measure is adopted, hunters would be able to use electronic decoys in hunting waterfowl; electronically heated scent or lure dispensers; and electronic devices that distribute ozone gas for scent-control purposes.

The measure is scheduled to be brought back to the September meeting for a final vote.​ The board indicated it will consider adding electronic mourning-dove decoys to the list when it’s brought up for a final vote.

06/26/2017 HIGHLIGHTS FROM TODAY’S COMMISSIONERS MEETING

National Hunting and Fishing Day September 23th

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National Hunting and Fishing DayTake someone hunting, fishing or target shooting and enter a chance to win NASCAR or Ultimate Outdoor Experience

Join Richard Childress, honorary chair for National Hunting and Fishing Day, in creating the next generation of conservationists

National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHF Day), an annual celebration of hunters and anglers, features a new twist this year. Richard Childress, NASCAR legend and honorary chair for NHF Day, is asking hunters and anglers to participate in the new NHF Day Challenge by taking someone hunting, fishing or target shooting. By pledging to introduce someone to the outdoors between now and NHF Day on Saturday, Sept. 23, participants will be eligible to win a Richard Childress Racing VIP race weekend package or the Ultimate Outdoor Experience in America’s Conservation Capital from Big Cedar Lodge and Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium.

“If you are a sportsman, sportswoman or an angler, you can make a difference and support National Hunting and Fishing Day by becoming a mentor,” said Childress. “Mentoring is critical to ensure our outdoor tradition lives on through future generations. Make the commitment to take someone outdoors and show them why you value hunting, fishing and target shooting.”

For millions of Americans, time spent hunting and fishing are treasured moments. Hunting and fishing brings friends and family together and provides one of the most immersive outdoor experiences possible.

“Today fewer people are connecting with nature through hunting and fishing,” said Childress. “As outdoorsmen and women, we are one of the keys to reversing this trend. Help a friend, family member, neighbor or co-worker learn how to hunt, fish or shoot. Introducing someone to the joys of the outdoors not only enriches their life, it creates a future conservationist.”

Each new hunter and angler created helps fund conservation. Every time someone buys a firearm, ammunition, archery equipment or fishing tackle, they contribute to habitat conservation and science-based wildlife management through the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration (WSFR) program. The WSFR is the cornerstone of fish and wildlife conservation in North America because it brings funding from the sporting arms, archery and fishing industries and sportsmen and women back to state wildlife management agencies. These monies, in addition to hunting and fishing license fees, are critical for conserving fish and wildlife across our nation.

Those who pledge to take someone hunting, target shooting or fishing will be entered for a chance to win two amazing prize packages. The first grand prize is two HOT passes to a future NASCAR race, which includes pit and garage passes, garage and team hauler tours, and an opportunity to meet team owner Richard Childress. The second grand prize package is a trip to America’s Conservation Capital: Missouri’s Ozark Mountains. A passion of Bass Pro Shops founder and Ozarks native Johnny Morris, the destination spans multiple properties and thousands of unspoiled acres, making it the ultimate destination for anyone who loves the outdoors. The package includes a two-night stay in a log cabin at Big Cedar Lodge, America’s premier wilderness resort, and nature-based excursions including guided bass fishing on 43,000-acre Table Rock Lake; Adventure Passes for the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail and Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum at Top of the Rock; shotgun sports at Bass Pro Shops’ Outdoor Shooting Academy; and passes to Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium, the largest, most immersive wildlife attraction in the world, opening Sept, 21, 2017.

To get involved in the NHF Day Challenge, visit NHFDay.org or call 417 225-1162.

 

Lake Erie Cannon Ball Walleye Tournament August 5th, 2017

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Open to the Public Saturday August 5th, 2017

Registration Fee is $100.00 per vessel, two (2) ‐ three (3) Angler team, nine (9)
rod maximum Team Tournament.
Your registration entry includes a picnic style buffet, refreshments and a door prize ticket for
each of the two (2) or three (3) angler fishing team member.
Each boat owner who is not a member of the Pittsburgh Down Riggers Club will receive a
onetime only, free membership through the 2018 season.
Additional Drawings: Door Prizes, Rod and Reel and 50/50

Event Winning Details:

Total Weight of Five (5) Walleye and One (1) Big Fish Weight
In the event of Five (5) Walleye Total Weight Tie, the total length of their two (2) biggest fish
will be declare the winner.

1st Place = $1000.00 4th Place = $200.00
2nd Place = $600.00 5th Place = $100.00
3rd Place = $300.00 Big Fish = $100.00

Tournament Registration Form

For addition information, please contact Tournament Director:
Captain Dan D’Ottavio (412) 720‐6287

Pittsburgh Down Riggers
The Lake Erie Cannon Ball Amateur Walleye Tournament Rules
1. This is a two or three angler per vessel nine (9) rod maximum team tournament.
2. The vessel cannot be longer than 26 feet in length per State Registration to enter.
3. The start time, lines in is at 6:30am and lines out of the water by 3:00pm (refer to boat owner
meeting for additional information).
4. All walleye must be caught from Lake Erie in a boat. (Pennsylvania waters)
5. All walleyes must be caught during tournament hours 6:30am until 3:00pm and team entrants
must be in the weigh‐in line no later than 5:00pm or the team will be disqualified.
6. No passengers and/or spectators allowed with the team while tournament fishing.
7. Each team must fish together as a team. One team per boat.
8. All walleye must be caught on a rod and reel.
9. All entrants must follow state regulations along with all boating and fishing regulations while
fishing the Walleye Tournament. Any boating or fishing infractions will result in team
disqualification.
10. All walleye must be in a cooler with block ice or contained ice. No loose cubed or chipped ice.
11. Teams may bring up to five (5) of their largest walleyes to the scale. The total weight of your five
(5) walleye will determine the winner.
12. Only one (1) “Big Fish” per team will be weighed in at the scale for the entry into the
Tournament Big Fish Weight category.
13. Any Pittsburgh Down Rigger member will Waive the Right to the clubs Big Fish contest. As a Club
member, you do not have to enter this tournament to weigh in for the Clubs Big Fish.
14. All ties will be broken with the total length of two (2) walleyes from the respected teams.
15. The tournament committee has the right to disqualify any questionable fish.
16. Failure to follow the event rules will result in disqualification.
17. The Pittsburgh Down Rigger Club and its sponsors are not responsible for any theft or injury that
may occur at the event.
18. Pre‐registered team captain and/or a responsible team member is required to meet Friday,
August 4th at the Bay Rat Facility located at W 16th St, Erie, PA 16505 at 8:00pm. Failure to
show or will result in a non‐refundable disqualification.
19. Each team member will receive a door prize ticket whether they caught any fish or not.
20. Returned checks – non‐sufficient funds (NFS) or any other reason will be assessed a $30 fee in
addition to our bank’s service charges.
21. The tournament director has the right to reduce the payout of prizes if there is less than 40
entrants. The payouts would be reduced proportionally to the percentage of reduction of
entrants from 40.
22. In the event the contest is cancelled due to bad weather and/or small craft advisory, the prize
money will be raffled off as door prizes.
23. There will be a $150.00 challenge fee for any types of discrepancies. The Tournament
Committee will be the judge of any challenges.
Make all checks payable to the Pittsburgh Down Riggers, Mail to:
David Holderny
116 Fifth Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 779‐6074
Registration will close on Monday July 24, 2017

Pennsylvania’s Best Fishing Waters

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You Deserve the Best!

The Commission has a great resource titled “Pennsylvania’s Best Fishing Waters.” These waters represent the best fishing opportunities in the Commonwealth, as selected by PFBC’s Area Fisheries Managers. From wild trout to muskellunge and from bluegill to largemouth bass, waters are aligned with fish species and are distributed throughout the state.

To know more about this program and to review the selected waters, visit www.PaBestFishing.com.

PA Best Fishing Waters

FISH PA KAYAK GIVEAWAY

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The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) has partnered with Bass Pro Shops in Harrisburg to sponsor a giveaway that includes a Penn State themed fishing kayak, camping equipment, and a rod/reel combo.

There are three prizes for this giveaway, including:

  • An Ascend 10T sit-on-top kayak;
  • A camping package including a BPS Eclipse 6-Person Dome Tent, two BPS Eclipse 20 Degree rectangular sleeping bags, and a BPS 2 Mantle Propane Lantern; and
  • A BPS Pro Qualifier Reel/Jonny Morris Carbon Lite spinning combo.

All prizes were donated by Bass Pro Shops in Harrisburg.

The public can enter this giveaway by visiting www.GoneFishingPA.com from April 14 through May 12, or by entering in person at the PFBC booth/table at one of two following events:

  • Penn State Blue White football game, taking place at Beaver Stadium, University Park, PA on April 22; or
  • PFBC’s Family Fishing Festival at the Conewago Day Use Area in Gifford Pinchot State Park, York County, on May 6.

The winners will be notified after June 2. No purchase is required and only one entry per qualifying adult will be accepted. For more information about this giveaway, visit our “Fish PA! Kayak Giveaway! Facebook event page at:
https://www.facebook.com/events/284537845325744/

 

Latest issue of PA Angler & Boater digital magazine now available.

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PA Angler And BoaterAnother digital issue of Pennsylvania Angler & Boater magazine is available for multi-year license holders who have included their e-mail address as part of their license account.

We are pleased to present the May/June 2017 edition of Pennsylvania Angler & Boater. As each bi-monthly edition becomes available, you’ll receive an e-mail notice of when the latest edition is available.

May/June 2017 edition

This issue focuses on the upcoming seasonal opportunities in Pennsylvania. Here’s a sample of the feature articles inside this issue:

  • Drop-in Kayak Fishing
  • Wading for Smallmouth Bass
  • Tips for Making Your Next Float Trip a Success
  • The Lake Erie Smallmouth Bass Run
  • Backwoods Wild Trout
  • And many great videos not included in the print version of the magazine.

As a reminder, your free subscription to this digital magazine is good for the full term of your multiple-year fishing license. So, log-in using your computer, laptop, digital tablet or smart phone and know that Pennsylvania Angler & Boater magazine is available for your reading pleasure, anytime and anywhere. To log-in, remember that in addition to typing in your e-mail address, your last name will always be your password.

To log-in to this digital edition, visit www.fishandboat.com/anglerboater/ezine/