Fishing Competition Series

Cast, Compete, and Explore Alberta's Waters

Join the Alberta Wildlife Federation's Fishing Challenge Series and take part in a province-wide angling competition designed for everyone, from first-time anglers to seasoned tournament veterans. Explore new fishing destinations, challenge yourself against fellow anglers, and compete for cash prizes throughout the season.

All competitions are hosted through the Angler’s Atlas / MyCatch App, making it easy to register, log your catches, and track your standings in real time.

Ready to take on the challenge? Register today and start fishing.

How It Works

The Alberta Wildlife Federation Fishing Challenge Series is designed to be easy to participate in, conservation-focused, and fun for anglers of all experience levels.

Competitions are managed through the Angler's Atlas/MyCatch App, providing a simple, secure way to record catches, track standings, and support responsible fishing practices.

How to Enter

Getting started is easy:

  1. Download the MyCatch App or visit AnglersAtlas.com.

  2. Create your angler profile.

  3. Search for Alberta Wildlife Federation competitions.

  4. Select the event you'd like to enter.

  5. Complete your registration and pay the entry fee.

  6. When the event opens, hit the water and start fishing.

All catches must be submitted through the app and include timestamped photos and any required catch information outlined in the event rules.

Scoring

Competition standings are determined using a length-based scoring system that rewards skill while supporting catch-and-release practices.

  • Submit catch photos through the MyCatch App.

  • Fish are scored based on length, according to event rules.

  • Live leaderboards update automatically throughout the competition.

  • Species-specific rules, scoring details, and eligibility requirements can be found on each event page.

Eligible Waters

Competition waters vary by event. Some challenges are open across Alberta, while others are limited to specific lakes, rivers, or regions.

Be sure to review the event description and rules before fishing to confirm eligible locations and any waterbody-specific regulations.

Ready to Compete?

Register for an upcoming challenge, explore Alberta's incredible fisheries, and see how you stack up against anglers from across the province. Whether you're fishing for fun, bragging rights, or cash prizes, there's a challenge waiting for you.

Reel Fall Rush

REEL FALL RUSH

Oct 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026

Turn up the heat this summer with the Alberta Wildlife Federation's Reel Summer Sizzle Fishing Challenge. Fish Alberta's waters, target eligible species, and compete for one of 14 cash prizes.

Eligible Species:

  • Walleye (Pickerel)

  • Yellow Perch

  • Northern Pike

Prizes Include

  • Longest Yellow Perch

  • Longest Northern Pike

  • Longest Walleye

  • Greatest Number of Fish Entered

    Adult Draw (x1)

    Youth Draw (x2)

    Release Video Draw (x2)

Past Challenges

  • Reel Summer Sizzle

    July 1 - September 30, 2026

    Turn up the heat this summer with the Alberta Wildlife Federation's Reel Summer Sizzle Fishing Challenge. Fish Alberta's waters, target eligible species, and compete for one of 14 cash prizes.

    Eligible Species:

    • Rainbow Trout

    • Walleye (Pickerel)

    • Tiger Trout

    • Yellow Perch

    • Northern Pike

    Winning Fish Length

    • Winning Fish Lengths

    • Rainbow Trout: 48.26 cm

    • Tiger Trout: 52.71 cm

    • Northern Pike: 99.06 cm

    • Walleye: 68.58 cm

    • Yellow Perch: 31 cm

    • Most fish entered: 277

      Participants: 22 Anglers

      Fish Submitted: 689

    Reel Summer Sizzle

  • Reel Spring Showdown

    April 1 - June 30, 2026

    Turn up the heat this summer with the Alberta Wildlife Federation's Reel Summer Sizzle Fishing Challenge. Fish Alberta's waters, target eligible species, and compete for one of 14 cash prizes.

    Eligible Species:

    • Rainbow Trout

    • Walleye (Pickerel)

    • Tiger Trout

    • Yellow Perch

    • Northern Pike

    Winning Fish Lengths

    • Rainbow Trout: 71 cm

    • Lake Trout: 79.5 cm

    • Northern Pike: 102 cm

    • Walleye: 76.2 cm

    • Yellow Perch: 30.48 cm

    • Most fish entered: 203

    Participants: 28 Anglers
    Fish Submitted: 477

    Reel Spring Showdown

FAQs

Enter
Today!

  • Angler’s Atlas is an online platform for anglers with detailed maps and local fishing info across North America, plus science driven fishing events. Its companion app, MyCatch, lets you log trips and fish (even offline), join virtual or in‑person events, and contribute your data, privately, to fisheries research. Your precise catch locations remain confidential (“secret spots stay secret”), while your shared logs help biologists study fish populations.

  • Yes!

    MyCatch emphasizes privacy. When you choose to share, your logs support conservation and research, but exact catch locations are not publicly revealed. Research partners access anonymized data under agreements that protect angler privacy. Publicly visible items (like leaderboards) show results without exposing your secret spots.

  • No. You need a smartphone (or tablet) capable of running the MyCatch app to log catches and officially participate.

    Events require downloading the MyCatch app and logging in to submit all catches. Without the app, you cannot enter fish or appear on the leaderboard.

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