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Welcome......to our offical web site for the Einar Nielsen/Becky Barr Fishing Classic! The Story Behind the Derby
This four-day community event was spearheaded in honor of Einar Nielsen, long-time resident of San Juan Island and respected businessman. He was also known as a cod and bottomfish fishing legend, but no one would have considered him a master salmon fisherman. One calm, sunny day at Roche Harbor, he decided to make his way to Open Bay after hearing rumors from commercial fishermen that BIG Chinook were coming up the west side of San Juan Island. Einar got his hawg! Broken net, gaff hook and monster King salmon at his side, Einar Nielsen was drifting toward the kelp beds along side Kellet Bay when he was found. The trophy salmon is now hanging in its rightful position of honor at the Roche Harbor bar. We had an idea to gather the upcoming fall for a day of fishing in memory of Einar. The idea generated so much enthusiasm and interest, we soon found ourselves collecting derby prizes and cash donations for a scholarship fund for island children. WHAT A CONCEPT! Becky Barr was one of the key organizers of the derby. Her name was added as a tribute of her efforts as an early founder and in honor of her battle with breast cancer, creating the Einar Nielsen/Becky Barr Memorial Fishing Classic. ALL of the prizes, labor and expenses are donated. Typically, everyone that enters a fish wins a prize. Each year, approximately 5-10 scholarships are awarded to San Juan Island students in an effort to support young adults that will use their higher education to improve life on the island. Many of the scholarship winners are working on the island and give back by contributing their support to the Einar Neilsen/Becky Barr Fishing Classic Scholarship Fund. Knowing "the island" supported and believed in them changed their lives. Thank you Einar and Becky, we miss you! |
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Derby Information CenterWe are one of four derbies hosted from San Juan Island. Also see online information about the Resurrection Derby and the Roche Harbor Salmon Classic.
Enter for a chance to win this boat!
For additional information about the upcoming Einar Nielsen/Becky Barr Fishing Classic Scholarship Fund, please click on a topic below to view the respective details. Click the topic a second time to close the selected panel. - General Info for Participating Anglers
WEIGH-IN, CHECK-IN & DERBY ADMIN. LOCATION:
*Check-in date and time subject to change, please check back frequently for updates.
- Prizes
CASH PRIZES:
OTHER PRIZES: *All adult ticket holders that weigh in fish are eligible to participate in the drawing. Children 12 and under will pick prizes from “Children’s Prize” category. Ticket holders 12 and under are not eligible to win any cash prize(s).
- Ticket Prices, Locations & Online Sales
TICKET PRICES:
TICKET LOCATIONS:
- Make a Tax-Deductible Donation
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