October is prime steelhead month. Use the pattern below to carve a steelhead trout in your pumpkin this year.
Fall 2015 Saugeen River Steelhead Transfer
The annual fall steelhead rainbow trout transfer on the Saugeen River is underway and currently in progress. We will try to update the daily transfer numbers as the project progresses. Each year, Ontario Steelheaders uses custom-made aquariums on wheels to transfer adult steelhead to Hanover, Ontario, bypassing many of the dams that exist on the Saugeen River for a better chance at survival. The transportation trailers are also used and release stocked steelhead (rainbow) and brown trout in the Saugeen River at other times of the year.
2015 Fall Annual Derby Results
Thanks to everyone who came out to our annual fall derby this year. We hope to see all of you and more at the spring derby in May 2016.
Winners of Fall Steelhead Derby 2015
1st Place – Greg Allen – 9.7lb
2nd Place – Jeff Byrne – 9.5lb
3rd Place – Barry Pieta – 7.5lb
Catch and release went to Brian Watson – 28.5″ & Junior division goes to Cory Munro with 4.6lb.
Annual 2015 Newsletter Released
Our annual 2015 newsletter has been released. Print copies can be found in local tackle shops and circulating the Dennys Dam Park on the Saugeen River. Alternatively, you can download our digital, interactive version here:
2015 Annual Fall Steelhead Derby
This coming weekend, Saturday October 17, 2015, the Ontario Steelheaders is hosting the annual fall steelhead trout derby at the Denny’s Dam Park located on the Saugeen River. Please join us for a great day of fishing, social event for members, families and friends who love to catch steelhead trout. Prizes are awarded for largest steelhead rainbow trout, important information updates and a cozy campfire afterwards. It is sure to be a fun day spent fishing with family and friends.
Derby Details
Cost: $10 per adult (juniors are free)Prizes are awarded for:
Derby Start Time: 7AM
Derby End Time: 5PM
- Heaviest Steelhead Trout (1st, 2nd and 3rd places)
- Juniors (Under age 16)
- Live Trout Release (Derby director verifies length, girth and weight)
After the Derby
A huge feast is served at the Rod Jones Pavilion in Denny’s Dam Park with a ceremony, prizes, raffle and more. Overnight camping and day use at Denny’s Dam Park is available for participants and their families. Membership applications are also accepted at the ceremonies. Consider supporting the Ontario Steelheaders by grabbing some merchandise like t-shirts, hats, jackets and more. They make great gifts for family, friends and even yourself.
Here is what you can expect after the derby comes to a close at 5PM:- Large Potluck Dinner
- Awards
- Club Updates
- Guest Speakers
- Draw Prizes
- Winner Ceremony
- Prize Awards To Top Placing Entrants
- Campfire and Overnight Camping
More Information
If you need more information, check out the Denny’s Dam Park page for directions, map and other camping and parking information. You can also contact Scott Redin, if you would like to donate prizes or need more detailed information.
Spring Creek Invertebrate Study
Dr. Jim Hamilton, his wife and fellow professor Katherine, and 8 students (2 graduate, 6 undergraduate) from Wilfrid Laurier University conducted invertebrate studies in the upper and cedar rapids, in Spring Creek on September 27, which will serve as a baseline for measuring the oxygenation impact resulting from the oxygen generator project currently underway at Spring Creek.
Oxygen will be provided to 3 major springs as required, in late summer/early fall, to maintain an optimum dissolved oxygen level in the upper portion of of Spring Creek.
Best regards,
Bill Nafziger
Hepworth Anglers Club