Blind Fishing Derby

The annual Blind Fishing Derby returns!

Each year, the Kelowna Yacht Club partners with members of the visually impaired community for a memorable morning on Okanagan Lake. Participants are paired with volunteer skippers for a morning of fishing or cruising before returning to the Club for a BBQ lunch and prizes.

Proudly hosted by the Power Fleet Committee, this annual event is a wonderful opportunity for KYC members to share their love of boating and the lake with our community.

Who is this event for?

The Blind Fishing Derby welcomes members of the visually impaired community to enjoy a morning on the water alongside KYC volunteers and skippers.

The Experience

Participants will arrive at the Club for a welcome and registration before boarding with volunteer skippers. Depending on the participant and skipper, the morning may include fishing or simply enjoying a cruise around Okanagan Lake.

Following the morning on the water, everyone will return to KYC for a BBQ lunch and prizes, including recognition for the day’s biggest catch!

Event Schedule

8:30 AM – 9:30 AM: Welcome & Registration
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Boarding
11:45 AM: Boats Head Back to KYC
12:15 PM: BBQ Lunch & Prizes

Volunteers & Skippers Needed

We are currently seeking volunteers and skippers to help make this year’s Blind Fishing Derby a memorable experience for our participants.

There are several ways to get involved:

• Volunteer as a skipper and take participants fishing
• Take participants for a cruise around the lake
• Lend fishing gear for participants to use
• Volunteer on shore to help support the event

If you are interested in volunteering, please register using the button below.

Volunteer Registration: https://kelownayachtclub.com/blind-fishing-derby-volunteers/