Massachusetts Saltwater Fishing Derby

 

 

Fish entered must be caught by hook and line and measured and weighed at a MarineFisheries-certified official weigh station. All entries will receive a derby pin and at the end of the derby year, trophies will be awarded to anglers who landed the heaviest fish in each species category. Winners are chosen in three divisions - men, women, and juniors (age 15 and younger). There is also a "Skillful Skipper" award, which is presented to the captain who has three derby winning fish caught on their boat. Last year 48 anglers were awarded engraved trophies. The awards ceremony takes place in early February at the Eastern Fishing and Outdoor Expo in Worcester, MA. Four state records were caught in 2007: Bigeye Tuna, Black Sea Bass, Dolphin, and Porbeagle Shark. There were two "Skillful Skipper" award winners in 2007; Captain Jim Walsh of the "American Classic" and Captain Dave Niemi of the "Captain John and Son."