Registration Open for Spring Walleye Tournament

PRESQUE ISLE – The Presque Isle Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Walleye Tournament Friday, May 19 through Sunday, May 21 This is the 31st year for the catch and release tournament, and it provides a memorable start to spring and the fishing season.

The six tournament lakes are known for being good early-season walleye lakes. Big Horsehead, Oxbo, Presque Isle, Averill, Van Vliet, Birch and Wildcat all have nice public boat landings for easy access. The top five anglers with highest collective lengths of walleye are in the cash.

The tournament fee is $40 per person and includes a fish fry lunch on Sunday at 11:30 a.m., after the close of fishing, at Presque Isle Community Center. Following the fish fry is the awards ceremony and door prize giveaways.

To learn more about the tournament, to register, or to learn about other area events or things to do, contact the Presque Isle Chamber of Commerce at presqueisle.com, email info@presqueisle.com or call 715-686-2910.