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as possible, so it could be
a good idea to address
storage space and limit
personal items. Use a
common ice chest for fish.
I have a case of fish bags,
and each angler gets 1 for
their Derby catch.
Back to location, your derby
day plan should include
an agreement regarding
fishing location throughout
the day or changes
required for changing
conditions. This is especially
important when fishing in
marine areas influenced
by the tides. The skipper is
responsible for making sure
the boat and gear are ready
for derby day. This includes
a rod and reel check,
replacing line and or top
shots as required. I always
have a backup rod or three
on the boat.
Typically, I have two nets
on board anyway, but
having two nets available
is especially important on
derby day.
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Depending on the derby,
it is also important that
at least one other team
member can run the boat,
drive the tow vehicle, and
be familiar with the boat’s
electronics. (Mostly in case
the team gets tired of the
skipper and the flipping
plan, thus throwing the
skipper overboard.)
As the skipper, I find Derby
days pretty stressful. To
be honest, I experienced
this for any fishing trip,
but for me derby day is
worse. It’s not that I’m not
having fun, but I feel a true
responsibility towards my
crew’s success.
That said, don't forget to
have fun. Turn setbacks
into opportunities and
laugh in the face of
calamity. Winning is icing
on the cake of an otherwise
enjoyable fishing trip. By
developing a derby day
plan, the skipper and crew
are more likely to enjoy the
day, even increasing their
chances of putting a fish on
the leader board.
