FAQ

Do I have to sign up to fish the contest?

Yes.  All participants must register before the event at www.crappiecontest.com

Yes.  All people participating must register.  Children 16 and under who are registered will receive a FREE fishing rod.

No.  Each person must register individually. 

The contest begins at 6am on May 3rd.  Participants can begin weighing fish at 8am at Lord Fletchers.  The grand prize winner will be determined by the first participant’s crappie that matches the sealed mystery weight.  Other prizes to include top 5 big crappies for children, and top 5 crappies for adults. (See website for prize list.)

No. You can begin fishing at 6am as long as you are registered.

No.  Registration will close on May 2nd.

No.  You are permitted to fish anywhere on, or along the shorelines of Lake Minnetonka, by boat, shorelines, or docks, piers etc.

No.  participants are allowed to weigh in only one fish.

Yes.  Please contact Alie Witthans.  alie@memoriesmadeoutdoors.org

There will be a HUGE RAFFLE, other vendors, games, seminars, and activities for kids.  The restaurant will be open to serve food and beverages. 

The week before, on April 26th, there is another event: The Memories Made Outdoors 7th Annual Crappie Tournament. For more information, visit www.memoriesmadeoutdoors.org

The contest continues rain or shine. 

Mike Ferrell is the Event Coordinator.  You can contact him:

Phone: 952-992-0083
Email: mike@memoriesmadeoutdoors.org