Kelowna Classic Fishing Tournament 2026
Kelowna Classic Leader Board 2026
Kelowna Classic Winners Circle 2025
The 4th annual “Kelowna Classic” will be held Saturday, October 24th, 2026. The format will be similar as previously held events with the added feature of “Jackpots”. Jackpots are optional, only the entry fee is needed to participate. Entry Fee $70.00. Every person onboard a boat whether or not they are fishing must purchase an event ticket. Every Jackpot an angler purchases gives that angler a chance to not only win 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th with their entry ticket but also win the Jackpots entered with the longest fish that the Jackpot specifies. 100% of all Jackpot entry fees go to the winners.
This year we will be donating $5 from every entry ticket to the Payton & Dillon Budd Memorial Fund for Mental Health.
Entry Fee Only – 1st $2000 | 2nd $1000 | 3rd $500 | 4th $300 | 5th – 2 Rods & 2 Reels. Total Value $1200
Disclaimer – 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th place money & gifts are based on a minimum of 90 entrants. Money awarded may be adjusted if less than 90 entries.
Jackpot $20 – All Cash to Angler who purchased this Jackpot with “Longest” Rainbow
Jackpot $40 – All Cash to Angler who purchased this Jackpot with “Longest” Rainbow
Jackpot $60 – All Cash to Angler who purchased this Jackpot with “Longest” Rainbow
Jackpot $40 – All Cash to “Youth” Angler (18 years of age and younger) who purchased this Jackpot with “Longest” Rainbow
Jackpot $40 – All Cash to Angler who purchased this Jackpot with “Longest” Pike Minnow
Start time will be 7am and end at 4:30pm local time Saturday, October 24th. Every person onboard will be considered fishing and therefore must have paid for a Tournament entry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I Fish? Anywhere on Okanagan Lake only
How much does it cost? Entry fee is $70. Optional Jackpots many be purchased but are not required to participate. Rulers are $25.
How Do I Register & Pay? You have 2 options to register; Online or in person at Trout Waters in Kelowna on Friday, October 23rd – 1:30pm to 5:00pm.
How to Register Online: Download & Print Kelowna Classic Registration and Waiver Form 2026 Fill out, sign & submit form to rodhennig66@gmail.com. Submit payment by an E-Transfer sent to rodhennig66@gmail.com You Must put the following info in your E-Transfer; Angler Full Name, Cell Number & What Jackpots entered. For Example: John Smith 250-777-7777 20R,40R,60R,40Y,40B. (“R” = Rainbow, “Y” = Youth, “P” = Pike Minnow)
How to Register at Trout Waters? I will be at Trout Waters in Kelowna 1:30pm to 5:00pm on Friday, October 23rd. We accept cash only. You will need to sign a waiver form. I will have registration & waiver forms with me for you to sign. You can also print and sign yourself. Here is a link to the printable Kelowna Classic Registration and Waiver Form 2026
Derby Decals: 1 person or representative from every “Boat or Team” will need to pick up a tournament decal at Trout Waters in Kelowna from 1:30pm to 5:00pm Friday, October 23rd. Anyone can pick up the decal for each Team as long as every person in your team (on boat) has signed and submitted the Kelowna Classic Registration and Waiver Form 2026
Can I use a Ruler from another Derby? Only “Kelowna Classic” Rulers are allowed, so last years’ ruler is OK. Only fish entered on a “Kelowna Classic” ruler will be accepted. Tournament Rulers can be purchased at the Registration Friday, October 23rd at Trout Waters in Kelowna 1:30pm to 5:00pm for $25 cash only. Rulers can be re-used on subsequent “Kelowna Classic” Tournaments going forward.
What Species of Fish? Rainbow Trout only for the Tournament Entry 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th place. There are 3 optional Jackpots for Rainbow Trout, 1 optional Jackpot for Youth (18 years of age and younger) and 1 optional Jackpot for “Longest” Pike Minnow.
How do I enter my Fish? Text Pictures to Rodney 250-718-7744. 2 Photos needed. #1 showing the fish on the “Certified” Debry Ruler with the Derby “Decal” shown laying on your fish. Your fish is measured from the tip of the nose touching the ruler bump edge to the longest point of the tail. #2. A picture of the Angler holding the Fish. The background must be in focus to show location on Okanagan Lake. Do Not use “portrait” mode on your phone. If background is blurred your entry will be void. It is highly recommended that you show a “landmark” in your photo proving you are on Okanagan Lake. For example, Rattlesnake Island, Lake Okanagan Resort, Fintry, Cedar Creek, OK Center, Mission Hill, Young’s Orchard…
Will there be Derby updates? Yes. Here is the Link Leader Board 2026. All derby updates will be on this website page. Text messaging didn’t work well last year so ALL updates and ticket draws will be on the website. This will allow for more accurate updating throughout the day. The leader board will be updated in real time as texts “pictures” are sent in from Anglers during the event. As well, there will be draws during the event for prize packages and the winners will be posted there. Over $1000 in prizes!
How do the Jackpots work? If an angler has the longest Rainbow for the tournament that angler will win the 1st place amount of $2000. If the Angler purchased the $60 Jackpot he will also win all the cash in the $60 Jackpot. Last year $60 Jackpot paid $2100. However, If that Angler didn’t purchase the $60 Jackpot the winner of the $60 Jackpot goes to the longest fish submitted by all the $60 Jackpot entrants.
What are the Tournament Rules? Follow this link for rules. Kelowna Classic Fishing Tournament Rules 2026
What if I witness someone cheating? Take a picture if possible and send immediately via Text to Rodney at 250-718-7744. For Example, too many lines in water or starting early…
Download & Print Forms
Kelowna Classic Fishing Tournament Rules 2026
Kelowna Classic Registration and Waiver Form 2026
Kelowna Classic Waiver Form 2026
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