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• 2026 WAM Slam Challenge

  • Start
    04/01/2026
  •  
    12:01 AM
  • End
    10/11/2026
  •  
    11:59 PM
  • Location
    All waters

  
  

  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.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 2026 48th Annual Women Anglers of Minnesota Open Water Fishing Tournament

  • When
    06/06/2026
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    6:30 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Big Sandy Lodge and Resort, 20534 487th St. McGregor, MN 55760

  
  

  Join us for our 48th Annual Open Water Tournament taking place on Big Sandy Lake! 

  Fun, Fishing, and WAMily!!!

  We welcome all skill levels to this event as there is truly something for everyone! We guarantee you will leave with new fishing knowledge, new friendships, and memories that will last!
  

  Thursday, June 4th: BBQ & Bingo Location TBD Likely McGregor Community Center

  Friday, June 5th: Rules meeting at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort

  Saturday, June 6th: Tournament starts at 6:30 AM Big Sandy Lodge and Resort

  Awards Ceremony at Big Sandy Lodge & Resort

  
  

  Don't have a boat?  We have limited pontoon spaces available! 

  Indoor activities including fundraising, games, and FUN both Friday and Saturday evening. 

  ***Guests are welcome at the dinner on Friday and Saturday!  You may purchase dinner tickets with this registration! ***

  Space is limited so register guests soon!

  

  Basic Schedule of Events
  Registered participants will receive more detailed information via email and in the tournament handbook.  

  Thursday June 4th: Social & BBQ Location TBD - Likely McGregor Community Center

  5:00 pm social/games

  6:00 pm dinner

  
  

  Friday June 5th: Rules Meeting and Dinner at Big Sandy Resort and Lodge

  5:00 pm - Social hour, raffles, and WAM gear for sale

  6:00 pm - Dinner

  6:30 pm - Membership Meeting

  7:00 pm - Tournament rules meeting (at least one person from your boat MUST attend)

  
  

  To join the discussion, visit the Facebook event page,  Women Anglers of Minnesota 48th Annual Open Water Tournament | Facebook

  
  

  Saturday June 6th: Tournament Day from 6:30 AM - 2:00 PM; Check-in and boat inspections begins at 5:30 AM at Big Sandy Resort and Lodge

  To join the discussion, visit the Facebook event page,  Women Anglers of Minnesota 48th Annual Open Water Tournament | Facebook

  
  

  

  Fish measurements will be completed using the FishDonkey app. This is a catch, photo, video release tournament. This supports WAM's mission of fish conservation!

  
  

       

  
  

  VIDEO: How to Enter a Fish

  VIDEO: How to Properly Measure a Fish

  

  Official Prize Payouts based on minimum entry of 100 participants 

  WAM Slam: $2000

  Grand Prize Fish: $1000

  Bass 1st-5th Place: $500, $300, $200, $150, $50

  Pike 1st-5th Place: $500, $300, $200, $150, $50

  Walleye 1st-5th Place: $500, $300, $200, $150, $50

  Crappie 1st-5th Place: $500, $300, $200, $150, $50

  Sunfish 1st-5th Place: $500, $300, $200, $150, $50

  Rock Bass 1st-3rd Place: $250, $150, $50

  
  

  Rules Document:  2026 Open Water Tournament Rules

  If you have questions, please contact the Event Chair: Liz Colsen at vp@womenanglersmn.com 

  

  Resort Lodging on Big Sandy Lake:

  
  

  Big Sandy Lodge and Resort

  20534 487th St, McGregor, MN, 55760

  www.bigsandylodgeandresort.com

  218-426-5040

  
  

  Crossroads Hotel

  403 Meadow Drive, McGregor, MN 55760

  www.mcgregorcrossroads.com
  

  218-768-7378

  
  

  VRBO and Airbnb available

  

  REFUNDS: Registration fees will be returned if Women Anglers of Minnesota receives notification by May 4th, 2026. If participation is cancelled after this date, there will be no refunds. A $15.00 service charge will be retained from all refunds.

  If the tournament is canceled due to inclement weather, NO MONEY will be refunded. Tournament registration fees (minus dinner cost as we cannot refund that portion and we will still have the event portion of the tournament) and prizes will be held over for the next year’s annual tournament.

  Tournament winnings are based on at least 100 people participating. If less than 100 participants, awards may be adjusted.

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  OFFICIAL WAM WAIVER FOR 2026 WAM OPEN WATER FISHING TOURNAMENT

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

  RISK AND LIABILITY

  I understand that participating in a fishing tournament 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 16 years of age. I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the tournament rules. If under 18 years of age, a parent must sign a release at the time of registration at the tournament.

  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 cannot consume alcohol in the boat or on the ice 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 during any part of the event 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.

  CANCELLATIONS: If this tournament is canceled due to severe weather, no refunds will be provided. See Rules cancellation policy date.

  
  

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• 2026 Jiggin' with Kids

  • Start
    06/26/2026
  • End
    07/05/2026
  • Location
    Any US lake

  
  

  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

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• Volunteer Opportunity - 2026 Alexandria Youth Outdoor Activity Day

  • When
    08/23/2026
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    10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    6533 County Road 87, Alexandria, MN 56308

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  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.

  
  

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