Women Anglers of Minnesota upcoming events

2026 WAM Slam Challenge (04/01/2026)

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:01:00 GMT

WAM's multi-species challenge is back!

This virtual catch-and-release tournament celebrates big catches all open-water season and encourages members to target new species. Whether you're setting personal goals or competing for the top five money spots, there's something for everyone!

When: April 1st - October 11th, 2026

Where: All waters (excluding private ponds) in the US and Canada

Who: All members! If you aren't a WAM member, JOIN HERE! You can join at any time during the tournament.

Cost: $40.00

Registration: Register on FishDonkey and join the fun!

Scoring: Based on a point system by species length. Only your largest fish per category counts. Culling is allowed.

Leaderboard: Track your progress under the "Mixed Bag" stringer

Facebook Event: coming soon

Point Prizes!

5 points - Rod Sleeve with WAM logo

10 points - Head Lamp

20 points - Rapala Fillet Knife + Electronic Photo Collage of your catches!

30 points - Dry Bag

Cash Prizes!

1st Place - $500

2nd Place - $450

3rd Place - $400

4th Place - $350

5th Place - $300

So what are you waiting for? Get registered today on the FishDonkey app under WAM Slam

Challenge 2026.

Once you have joined, read the Rules and Regulations.

VIDEO: How to Enter a Fish

VIDEO: How to Properly Measure a Fish

Questions?

If you have any questions, please reach on the Facebook event page, or email at cotour@womenanglersmn.com.

2026 Jiggin' with Kids (06/26/2026)

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Jiggin' with Kids - Virtual Tournament

June 26th - July 5th, 2026

Open to any state in the US

Presented by Women Anglers of Minnesota

Sponsored by Scheels, Lund, Omnia Fishing & Zebco School of Fish

Cash prizes for Top 3 Winners for each Age Group & Stringer Category!

Fun Prize - Most Patriotic Outfit!

Age Groups:

Ages 10 & Under and Ages 11-17

Entry Fee: $15.00

Categories:

Stringer of 5 Panfish (sunfish, perch, or crappie) and a Stringer of 3 Toothy (walleye or northern pike)

A stinger is the total length of eligible species.

Most Patriotic Outfit

All fish in the tournament will be photographed, measured, and recorded with the FishDonkey app.

Search for Jiggin' with Kids and click JOIN NOW.

Once you have joined, read the Rules and Regulations.

VIDEO: How to Enter a Fish

VIDEO: How to Properly Measure a Fish

Categories and leaderboards will update throughout the contest so check the leaderboards through you app to follow the tournament progress.

*Fish caught using a guide service are not eligible.

Good Luck!

Tournament questions:

Katera Thompson youth@womenanglersmn.com

2026 Mille Lacs Launch with Ron Schara (06/28/2026)

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Mille Lacs Launch with Ron Schara of Minnesota Bound

Sunday, June 28th 2pm-6pm

Please arrive at 1:30, the launch will leave at 2pm sharp!

LOCATION CHANGE: We will be taking off from

TWIN PINE RESORTS

Come join your WAM sisters for an unforgettable afternoon on Mille Lacs with the legendary Ron Schara from Minnesota Bound as we chase walleye and smallies. All gear and bait is provided. You can bring your own food and drinks, but please no alcohol.

2026 Northwest Water Carnival Kids Fishing Klinic (07/12/2026)

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Due to major road construction on West Lake Drive and the beach, we are going to postpone to next year. See you then!

What is the Northwest Water Carnival - www.dljaycees.com/water-carnival

Location:

Contact Katera Thompson at youth@womenanglersmn.com

Volunteer Opportunity - 2026 Alexandria Youth Outdoor Activity Day (08/23/2026)

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Seeking volunteers to help at WAM's color your own crank bait booth.

Contact Katera Thompson at youth@womenanglersmn.com

or register for this event

What is the Alexandria Youth Outdoor Activity Day? -

https://www.youthoutdooractivityday.org/

2400+ youth attend this event with 50+ activities for them to participate in.

It is a free event with fun giveaways and activities for all ages.

Location:

2026 The Great Outdoor Fair - Volunteer Opportunity (09/19/2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The annual FKFK: "FISHING KLINICS FOR KIDS" will be held on Saturday, September 19th at Sturges Park in Buffalo, Minnesota. This is a fun filled day with Woman Anglers of Minnesota on-site to assist with the kids fishing derby on the pier.

Up to 500 kids attend this event!

We need lots of hands to assist them on the fishing pier.

Contact Katera Thompson at youth@womenanglersmn.com

or register for the event as a Volunteer

For more information on the event, check out Fishing Klinics for Kids website

www.fishingklinicsforkids.com

Location:

2026 WAM Fall Trip (09/24/2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

WHEN: Thursday, September 24th - Sunday, September 27th

WHERE: Beauty Bay Lodge on Lake Belle Taine, Nevis, MN

Join your WAMily as we rent out this 10 cabin resort located on the sandy shores and crystal clear, Lake Belle Taine in Nevis!

This 1,497 square acre lake holds most species including largemouth & smallmouth bass, walleye, pike, muskies and panfish.

CABINS

Registration provides you with three nights lodging from September 24th - September 27th. Additional days can be booked directly through the resort. Friday night will include pizza provided by WAM and Saturday night will be potluck in the lodge. Bring your favorite dish to share. We will have good conversation and maybe a game or two.

Registration prices are based on the entire cabin except for the 1 cabin listed for 4 individual tickets. For the cabin rates, it's your choice to utilize the sleeper sofa. The rate is the same if you do or not.

Everyone staying in the cabin must be a WAM member.

During registration, only one person for the cabin will register and pay the whole amount. Your guests will pay you directly. Please list your guests in the box on registration so we have a total.

(1) One Bedroom $422.66 | Queen Bed + Sleeper Sofa

(6) Two Bedroom $ 623.99 | One Full Bed per Room + One Sleeper Sofa

(1) Two Bedroom $623.99 | One Full Bed per Room + One Queen Futon on Porch

(4) Individual Ticket $215.33 | You will be Sharing a Three Bedroom Cabin with an additional futon.

WATERCRAFT RENTALS

The resort offers boat and pontoon rentals. Contact the resort directly to set up any boat rentals. They have 2 pontoons and 4 fishing boats.

RESORT INFORMATION

Beauty Bay Lodge

24342 County 80

Nevis, MN 56467

(218) 652-3557

beautybaylodge.com

**CANCELATION AND REFUND POLICY**

Cancelations made 30 days prior to event will be granted a 90% refund with a 10% administrative processing fee. No refunds will be granted if the request is received fewer than 30 days prior to the scheduled event.

QUESTIONS?

Please contact Trip Director Dawn Lavigne at trip@womenanglersmn.com.

OFFICIAL WAM WAIVER FOR 2023 FALL TRIP

By registering for this event, you are agreeing to the following:

RISK AND LIABILITY

I understand that participating in a fishing trip is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter unless I am medically able. I assume any and all risks associated with this fishing trip, foreseen or unforeseen, known or unknown. Knowing these facts and in consideration of the acceptance of my application and application fee by Women Anglers of Minnesota (WAM), I hereby, for myself, my executors, administrators or anyone else who might claim on my behalf, agree not to sue and waive, release and discharge WAM, other competitors, hosts, sponsors, volunteers, and tournament officials, including their agents, employees, or assigns from all claims or liability of death, personal injury, or property damage of any kind arising out of or in the course of my participation in this event. I am at least 18 years of age. I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the trip rules.

COVID-19 RISK

By registering for this event, you are acknowledging that an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By attending this event, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold Women Anglers of Minnesota or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury.

MEDIA RELEASE

I grant WAM the right to use photographs, video, and information concerning my participation in this tournament for any internal WAM or third-party media.

ALCOHOL & DRUG POLICY

WAM participants should not consume alcohol in the boat while participating in this WAM-sponsored trip. Illegal drugs of any kind are also not allowed. Any violation of this policy may result in a participant being asked to leave without a refund.

PERSONAL CONDUCT

WAM encourages all members to show respect for others, both inside and outside of the organization. Conduct by anyone on the trip that is illegal, violent, dangerous, irresponsibly puts others at risk, or is conduct that reflects poorly on Women Anglers of Minnesota may result in the member being asked to leave and no refunds will be provided.