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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 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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• 2026 Mille Lacs Launch with Ron Schara

  • When
    06/28/2026
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    1:30 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Glowacki's Resort & Launch, 7471 US 169, Garrison, MN
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  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.

  
  

  
  

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• 2026 Northwest Water Carnival Kids Fishing Klinic

  • When
    07/12/2026
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    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    720 West Lake Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

  
  

  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
  

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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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• 2026 The Great Outdoor Fair - Volunteer Opportunity

  • When
    09/19/2026
  •  
    8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Lake Blvd S on Hwy 25 close to 5th Ave S, Buffalo, MN

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  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

  
  

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• 2026 WAM Fall Trip

  • Start
    09/24/2026
  • End
    09/27/2026
  • Location
    Beauty Bay Lodge on Lake Belle Taine, Nevis, MN
  • Spaces left
    12

  
  

  
  

  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.

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