The Millsite Fishing Derby became a reality after a couple of postponements due to lack of ice. So it became an ice off fishing tournament. Millsite Reservoir still has a 16 fish limit.
Fishing was good March 17 as almost every fisherman caught fish. Some of the fish were longer than others, so they became the winners of the event. All fisherman were given a hoodie for entering. There was also a raffle drawing for prizes. Everyone who participated was entered into the drawing. There were cash prizes and several tool sets, a heater, and much more.
Amanda Leonard the Emery County Events coordinator organized the fishing derby. Jonathan Hunt, the park manager for Millsite State Park helped with the event. He said Millsite Park will open on April 25 for camping.
Robert Phelps the first place finisher said this was the biggest fish he has ever caught.
Longest fish included:
1-Robert Phelps 28 1/2″
2-Brent Ward 21 3/4″
3-Justin Kaufman 20 3/4″
4&5- tie with Jason Branson and Rorry Cripps 20 1/2″
6-Aryanna Gourdin 20″
7- Joe Edgehouse 19 3/4″
8- Jordan Leonard 19 1/2″
Youth division:
1-Brycen Peterson 19 1/4″
2-Cole Christensen 18″
3-Rigby Clark 16 1/4″
4- Daxton Vessels 16″
5- Easton Stoker 15 3/4″
Fishing tournament at Millsite yields big monster
The biggest catch of the day by Robert Phelps. Amanda Leonard