As promised for the last three years, the full-form fishing derby is on! The Ninth Annual Summer Fishing Derby coincides with free family fishing week, July 2nd to July 10th.
You can find all the registration details here: 2022 Island Fish Derby Details of rules are here: 2022 Island Fish Derby Rules.
Be sure to register before noon on July 2nd.
July 2 to July 10 2022
Ontario waters in contact with St. Joseph Island including waters in contact with the north shore from Bar River to Thessalon
Children: $20.00 (15 and under)
Adults: $50.00
Registration: Registration and payment by cash or cheque will be at the St. Joseph Island Hunters and Anglers Conservation Centre 1802 20th sideroad on Friday, July 1st from 12 Noon until 8:00 p.m. or on Saturday, July 2nd from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon; includes meal at Awards presentations
Pre-registration forms are available on line at Registration Form
Rules are available at 2022-island-fish-derby-rules
Contest Rules Available at 2022 Derby Contest Rules
Meal & Prizes: Sunday, July 10th at 4:00 p.m.
Categories: Bass/Pike/Perch/Pickerel/Salmon (includes Trout) and Lake Herring (Cisco)
Prizes: Cash prizes will be awarded for the longest fish in each category based on a photo (MEASURING DEVICE AND DETAILS WILL BE PROVIDED AT REGISTRATION) mystery prizes for fish caught will also be awarded.
Contacts: John Paterson (705) 246-3352 or Kevin Coombs (705) 989-7319
Wild Turkey Workshop click on link for more information
Wild Turkey Registration Form click on link to register online.
Where – St. Joseph Island Hunters and Anglers Conservation Centre, 1802 20th Side Road.
When – Saturday April 23, 2022 9-4 PM
Workshop will cover hunting strategies and techniques, biology, behaviour, identification, equipment and much more.
Indoor and outdoor demonstrations highlighting calling, setup, cleaning and cooking will take place throughout the day.
Lunch will be provided.
The First Annual Wild Turkey Hunting Contest begins April 25th! Registration closes on April 24th. Please register at
www.sjiha.ca/1st-annual-spring-wild-turkey-contest
Early-bird registration is only until April 17th. Register early for a chance to get your registration fee back.
There is a great line-up of events!
On April 14th, at 7:30 p.m., The Club will hold its first in-person meeting. We can’t wait to have you back! See you at the Conservation Centre on April 14th.
The Kid’s Fishing Derby is once again cancelled. Recent and ongoing Covid-19 restrictions have made planning and organising a safe and fun event impossible. The Club’s priority is safety. The Derby will return next year better than ever! Thank you for your understanding.
The annual Family Day Snowshoeing and outdoor activities day has been cancelled. Covid-19 restrictions are being removed gradually, but too many features of the Family day fun activities would have to be omitted or altered to meet the remaining restrictions. The Club wishes everyone a fun and safe Family Day Weekend!
St. Joseph Island Hunters and Anglers membership renewal due by January 1:
You can renew in person: Saturday, December 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00p.m., at the SJIHA Conservation Centre, 20th Side Road. Covid-19 protection protocols in place.
You can renew online at any time: www.sjiha.ca.
Please note that the Covid-19 upsurge has led to cancellation of all Club activities and meetings.
Members and Supporters, the recent surge in Covid-19 cases in Algoma has led the Board to decide to cancel the annual Community Christmas Potluck and Photo Contest scheduled for December 4th. Additionally, The Wild Game Dinner 2022 has been cancelled. There is no doubt that these decisions cause disappointment, but being wise takes priority. Thank you for your continued support. As soon as possible, in-person events will resume.