The 2024 Turtle Lake Association Youth Catch-and-Release Contest has concluded, and we had some phenomenal entries this year! Congratulations to all who participated!

Blake Michaelis (Age 8) Grandson of Jeff and Katie Schulte. Species Challenge Champion (7 species!), Walleye/Northern Pike Champion, Sunfish/Crappie Co-Champion

Colin Michaelis (Age 3) Grandson of Jeff and Katie Schulte. Bass Champion (20.25” smallmouth!), Sunfish/Crappie Co-Champion

Jacob Reed (Age 15) Grandson of David and Nancy Peterson. Honorable Mention for 17.125” Largemouth Bass

Simon Tieden (Age 11) Grandson of Mary and Brian Daniels. Honorable Mention for Most Bass Caught and Released

Abby Wagner (Age 16) Granddaughter of Francis Wagner. Honorable mention for 17” Smallmouth Bass.