Glen Elder Youth Fishing Tournament Results

The Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks hosted the 19^th Annual Glen Elder Youth Fishing Tournament on June 7^th, 2025. This popular event followed a similar format to previous years with 96 youth anglers, ages 7-14, fishing on 21 boats provided by local volunteers. Participants fished from 8 to noon, and we couldn’t have asked for better weather.

At the provided lunch following the fishing, t-shirts and goodie bags were handed out to all participants and volunteers. Fish were caught in 13 categories with two ties. Fifteen anglers (listed below) received a prize of a rod and reel combo.

These gifts, prizes, and food were largely purchased through the generosity of past and current local donors. The participants and I owe all those who have contributed their time and/or donations a huge thank you. This year’s donors include The Wildtrust Foundation, Stortz Stop N Shop, Wayne’s Tree Service, Waconda Shores, Waconda Boats, Guaranty State Bank, Cunningham Telephone & Cable, Dale Ossowski Memorial, Beloit Bomgaars, Cloud County Pheasants Forever, and the Glen Elder Marina. A special thanks goes to Glen Elder State Park staff and every single boat owner that makes this event such a unique opportunity every year. Next year will be the 20th iteration of the event, and we are always looking for more boat drivers and volunteers who are willing to assist or take a few kids out fishing. Please call the Glen Elder State Park if you would like to help with this great event the first Saturday of next June.

Tournament Winners: