fishing derby

Competitive catch event

A fishing derby is a competitive event where participants try to catch fish, typically judged by size, weight, or total number caught within a set time period.

Derbies range from casual local tournaments to major events with substantial prizes: The annual bass derby draws hundreds of anglers to the lake.

Also called a fishing tournament or fishing contest.

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catch · lure · live bait · tackle · tackle box · weigh-in · weigh station · boat · lake · rod · reel · prize · competition · cash prize · bait · casting · trout · dock

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Opposites
competitive vs. leisure activity

fishing derbyrecreational fishing

Leisure pursuit with rod

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Known to kids · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G