Open Water Fly Fishing Tournament May 3rd, 2025
May
3
7:30 AM07:30

Open Water Fly Fishing Tournament May 3rd, 2025

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Mark Your Calendars: Open Water Fishing Tournament – May 3rd, 2025!

Join us at Wellington Lake for a full day fly fishing tournament for open water trout!

Saturday, May 3rd, 2025

Tournament Time: 7:30am-3:30pm

Anglers will be eligible for cash prizes, Wellington Lake loot, fun and more!

Space is limited! Pre-registration is recommended.

Pre-registration fee is $15 to join either bracket. All Pre-registration fees are per angler.

By pre-registering your check-in process will be streamlined, and you will be guaranteed a spot on the day of the tournament.

Pre-registration fees are non-refundable, pre-registration fees will go towards the entry fee when you arrive on the day of the tournament.

Any anglers that are not registered by 10 am on the day of the tournament will not be allowed to fish on May 3rd, 2025.

Scroll to the bottom for prize information

Rules for TournamenT

-As ALWAYS CATCH AND RELEASE ONLY.

-NO LIVE BAIT! any angler using live bait will be automatically disqualified.

-For this tournament you are allowed to use flies only.

-Three Flies maximum per rig. Any Angler using more than three flies will be eligible for automatic disqualification.

-Fly Rods or conventional Rods (with fly set up) are allowed.

-Anglers must complete registration by 10am to be able to fish on May 3rd, 2025.

-Day Use will be open for guests joining the anglers and will be discounted to $10/day.

-Only anglers who are registered in the tournament on May 3rd, 2025, are allowed to fish that day.

-Prize winners will be determined by measurement size of the three largest fish from each bracket.

-Anglers will be responsible for measuring their own fish and must follow the guidelines for submitting pictures to be eligible for prizes.

-Anglers must bring or purchase an approved fishing measurement tool provided by Wellington Lake.

-Hand launched watercraft and battery-operated trolling motors are allowed. No gas-powered motors will be permitted.

-Anglers can share a multi-person watercraft so long as all occupants are entered into the tournament. 

For Detailed rules and regulations on the open water tournament use link below.

Adult Bracket

Adult (16+) Entry Fee $50

PRIZES:

1st Place Prize- 20% of all entry fees for adult bracket, TBD.

2nd Place Prize-15% of all entry fees for adult bracket, TBD.

3rd Place Prize-5% of all entry fees for adult bracket, and TBD.

Youth Bracket

Youth (6-15) Entry Fee $35

PRIZES:

1st Place Prize- 20% of all entry fees for youth, TBD.

2nd Place Prize-15% of all entry fees for youth, TBD.

3rd Place Prize-5% of all entry fees for youth bracket, TBD.

Best photo prize

Submit the best photo and win a $50 Gift Card!

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Feb
15
7:30 AM07:30

2025 Ice Fishing Tournament (Cancelled on 02/10/2025)

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We regret to announce that the 2025 Ice Fishing Tournament will not continue due unstable Ice conditions resulting from warm temperatures and high winds.

Join us at Wellington Lake for a full day fishing tournament!

Saturday, February 15th, 2025

Tournament Time: 7:30am-3:30pm

Expedited Anglers Registration Time: 6:00am - 7:00am

Non-Expedited Anglers Registration Time: 7:00am - 7:30am

Anglers will be eligible for cash prizes, Wellington Lake Loot, friends, fun and more!

REGISTRATION AND FEES

SPACE IS LIMITED! PRE-REGISTRATION IS RECOMMENDED.

Anglers are highly encouraged to pre-register online to ensure they will have a spot in the tournament on the day of the event.

If you choose expedited check-in, there will be a designated line to help move you through the check-in process as quickly as possible and allow you to surpass all the slackers. Please make sure all paperwork is signed up before more than 48 hours prior to your arrival on February 13th, 2025, by 5pm to ensure the check-in process goes without delay.

Expedited Check-ins that have NOT signed both the 2025 Liability Waiver and 2025 Ice Fishing Rule Agreement will be sent to the BACK of the line with no mercy!

Pre-registration (expedited check-in) is $65/Adult and $35/Youth.

The check-in time for expedited is 6am-7am.

Pre-registration (non-expedited check-in) is $25/Adult and $15/Youth. With the remainder processed on the morning of the tournament at check-in.

Check-in time for non-expedited anglers is 7am-7:30am (no early check-ins).

Note: All Pre-registration fees are non-refundable.

If you choose non-expedited, the $25/adult and $15/Youth pre-registration fee will be applied toward your total entry fee on the day of the tournament. The remaining balance will be due at the time of check-in.

BY PRE-REGISTERING, YOUR CHECK-IN PROCESS WILL BE STREAMLINED, AND YOU WILL BE GUARANTEED A SPOT ON THE DAY OF THE TOURNAMENT.

IF the event changes due to conditions outside of our ability to control the Pre-registration fee is non-refundable.

ANY ANGLERS THAT ARE NOT REGISTERED BY 10 AM ON THE DAY OF THE TOURNAMENT WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO FISH February 15TH, 2025.

 

SCROLL TO BOTTOM OF PAGE FOR PRIZE INFORMATION!

 

RULES FOR TOURNAMENT

-AS ALWAYS CATCH AND RELEASE ONLY.

-FOR THIS TOURNAMENT WE WILL ALLOW ARTIFICAL BAIT and live bait BUT ENCOURAGE THE USE OF FLIES AND LURES.

-ANGLERS MUST BE COMPLETE REGISTERATION BY 10AM TO BE ABLE TO FISH ON  February 15TH, 2025.

-DAY USE WILL BE OPEN FOR GUESTS JOINING THE ANGLERS AND WILL BE DISCOUNTED TO $10/DAY.

-ONLY ANGLERS WHO ARE REGISTERED IN THE TOURNAMENT ON  February 15TH, 2025 ARE ALLOWED TO FISH THAT DAY.

-PRIZE WINNERS WILL BE DETERMINED BY MEASUREMENT SIZE OF THE THREE LARGEST FISH FROM EACH BRACKET.

-ANGLERS WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR MEASURING THEIR OWN FISH AND MUST FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES FOR SUBMITTING PICTURES TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR PRIZES.

-ANGLERS MUST PURCHASE AN APPROVED FISHING MEASURMENT TOOL PROVIDED BY WELLINGTON LAKE or have their own device approved upon arrival. A proper Bump Board will be required, and some will be available for purchase or rental in the office.

-Never Place the fish directly on the Ice for a measurement. only measurement tools that allow the fish to be safely handled on the Ice will be allowed.

FOR DETAILED RULES AND REGULATIONS ON TOURNAMENT USE LINK BELOW

Best Photo Award

Best Photo Award


Angler that provides the best picture, on the day of the event, will be given a $50 Visa Gift Card

 
 

Adult Bracket

Adult Bracket

Adult (16+) Entry Fee $65

PRIZES:

1st Place Prize- 20% of all entry fees for adult bracket in the form of a Check.

2nd Place Prize-15% of all entry fees for adult bracket in the form of a Check.

3rd Place Prize-5% of all entry fees for adult bracket in the form of a Check.

Possible prizes for 4th-6th. Depending on sponsorship.

 

YOUTH BRACKET

Youth Bracket

Youth (6-15) Entry Fee $35

PRIZES:

1st Place Prize- 20% of all entry fees for youth in the form of a check.

2nd Place Prize-15% of all entry fees for youth in the form of a check.

3rd Place Prize-5% of all entry fees for youth bracket in the form of a check.

Possible prizes for 4th-6th. Depending on sponsorship.

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One Ugly Sucker Fishing Contest 2024!
Nov
23
7:30 AM07:30

One Ugly Sucker Fishing Contest 2024!

Help us rid Wellington Lake of Ugly Suckers while enjoying a day fishing!

We are offering you the opportunity to join us in a contest to catch the biggest, smallest and most suckers of the day! This is a great chance to get out before winter and fish with friends for a day of fishing, fun and prizes!!

Build a Team!

Teams of up to 4 participants, minimum 2 participants per team.

$20/person. All ages welcome!

Pre-Registration:

Guests are encouraged to pre-register their team online.

REGISTRATION AND FEES: Anglers are highly encouraged to preregister online to ensure they will have a spot in the tournament on the day of the event. Pre-registration is $20/Angler.

Please make sure all paperwork is signed before your arrival to ensure the check-in process goes without delay’s. Note: The $20/Angler registration fee is non-refundable at the time of purchase.

Registration is available online up to 24hrs prior to the day of the tournament. When registering a team, you will be required to pay two pre-registration fees, as teams are a minimum of two anglers. All Anglers must be fully registered for the tournament by 10am on November 23rd, 2024. Registration fees include Day Use entry fee into Castle Mountain Recreation Area. Guests may join to spectate Anglers but must pay Day Use fees. Any guest not registered in the tournament may NOT fish the date of the tournament. Reservations are encouraged for all Guests/Day Users.

Registration fee will be non-refundable.

You are encouraged to come up with an appropriate….yet fun… team name for your team. Please call in or email your team name or add it to your notes at the time of check out.

Teams without a name will be issued a team name.

Teams of up to four Anglers, minimum two Anglers per team.

Rules for Team Names:

We encourage you to come up with a creative team name for your team. However, team names must be appropriate.

-Team names should not include cuss words.

-Team names should not be offensive to any group(s) of people.

-There is no reservation system for team names, they are available on a first come, first serve basis.

Parameters:

-Participants will be awarded for most suckers caught, largest sucker caught by length, and smallest sucker caught by length.

-This will be an open water tournament; any hand launched boat or watercraft is allowed. No gas-powered motors will be permitted.

-Sucker Fish must be kept on a stringer or in a basket-style live well in the water.

Coolers and Ice Chests will NOT be permitted for storing fish.

Coolers and Ice Chests will be inspected to ensure cooperation with the rules and regulations.

Any trout caught must IMMEDIATELY be returned to the water ALIVE!

       ANYONE CAUGHT KEEPING TROUT WILL SUFFER A MINIMUM $100 FINE AND AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION!

-Check-in begins at 6:30 am.

-End time: Anglers must be off the water by 3:30pm on November 23rd 2024 and checked into the judge’s station for official counting by 4:30pm.

-Live bait will be allowed.

-No artificial/scented bait.

-No treble hooks.

-Steel weights only, NO lead weights.

-Judging: All suckers will be returned to the angler upon finalizing their count/measurements. Any Angler that does not want their suckers may leave them with Wellington Lake staff for appropriate disposal.

-Winners will be announced the day of the tournament by 6:00pm.

-Anglers can win all three (3) categories.

  1. Most suckers caught

  2. Biggest sucker

  3. Smallest sucker

-Ties will be broken by coin toss.

 

Prizes!

Prizes are based on number of participants!!

Most Suckers Caught-Most Suckers Caught- 20% of admissions money in form of a Visa Gift Card, Wellington Lake Fish Hoodie and Sticker. 

Biggest Sucker Caught- 10% of admissions money in the form of a Visa Gift Card, Ugly Sucker T-shirt and Sticker.  

Smallest Sucker Caught- 5% of admissions money in the form of a Visa Gift Card, Wellington Lake Fish Mug and Sticker. 

                      

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Nov
1
to Dec 23

Cut Your Own Tree at Wellington Lake 2024

Looking to get out of the house and spend some time outdoors? Why not grab a Christmas Tree and come enjoy a day at Wellington Lake!

Wellington Lake’s Annual Tree Cutting Experience for friends and families of Wellington Lake! The retail store is open for specials on gift packages and access to hot drinks.

We hope to see you soon and Happy Holidays!!

*Anytime Between 10:00am-4pm

*Tree permit from Front Office must be issued prior to cutting

*Check in at front office for tree permit

*In designated areas only

*$25.00 6 ft and under

*$30.00 6- 8ft

*No chainsaws (handsaws only)

*Holiday packages available in store!

*Happy Holidays from Wellington Lake

Valid 11/01/24 to 12/23/24

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Bees and Trees 2024 Live Music Event!
Sep
28
1:00 PM13:00

Bees and Trees 2024 Live Music Event!

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Save a bee and Plant a Tree!

rescheduled for September 28th, 2024

When: september 28, 2024
Time: 1-7pm
Where: Wellington Lake Rainbow Beach

 

Join us for a day filled with live music, activities, and different ways to donate to our forests and pollinators!

Featuring Local Folk Musicians

Featuring Wife Swap and A Porch Moment with other local Folk Bands!

 

Camping or Day Use Pass Required for each guest. Book Here.

 
 

Why are Bees and TREES Important?

Bees

Bees are dying by the billions. They are an essential pollinator in our ecosystem, and without them, human's and the planet will suffer. Pollinators are essential to the survival of plants.

(wasps are rude and different than bees)

Trees

* Are used in creating medicine.

* Provide food and shelter for wildlife.

* Keep waterways clean.

* Prevent soil from eroding.

* Produce the oxygen we breathe.

* Absorb CO2, counteracting global climate change.

how to donate:


Each Retail Item Purchased Donates 20% to a Bee Organization


10% of visitor proceeds donated to National Forest Foundation
Each Dollar Donated = 1 Tree Planted

To make a donation directly online you can do that Here!

 

Activities:

Live Music

Tie Dye Station

Face Painting Station

Temporary Tottoo’s

Paddleboarding on the Lake (Bring your Own or Rent at Wellington Lake)

Floating Dock on the lake (Bring Your Own or Rent at Wellington Lake)

Life Jackets Available at Wellington Lake

Fat Tire Biking (Bring Your Own or Rent at Wellington Lake)

Hiking

and More!

(Extra Charges May Apply)

More Rental Information Here

merch:

Honey Bee Jewlery

Mini Honey Bars

Honey Sticks

Honeybee Soap

Honeybee Chapstick

Honey Bee Lotion

Temporary Tattoo’s

Musical Instruments

Hot Drinks (Cider, Hot Coco, Tea, and Coffee)

Bring your Preferred Drink (Lemon Packets and Mugs Available)

Snacks

And More!

(Extra Charges May Apply)

Camping or Day Use Pass Required for each guest. Book Here.

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Feb
17
7:30 AM07:30

2024 Ice Fishing Tournament

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Huge thank you to our Sponsors for donating to our 2024 Ice Fishing Tournament!!

Join us at Wellington Lake for a full day tournament of fishing.

Saturday, February 17th, 2024

Tournament Time: 7:30am-3:30pm

Expedited Anglers Registration Time: 6:00am - 7:00am

Non-Expedited Anglers Registration Time: 7:00am - 7:30am

Anglers will be eligible for cash prizes, Wellington Lake loot, friends, fun and more!

REGISTRATION AND FEES

SPACE IS LIMITED! PRE-REGISTRATION IS RECOMMENDED.

Anglers are highly encouraged to pre-register online to ensure they will have a spot in the tournament on the day of the event. Pre-registration (non-expedited check in) is $25/Angler. Pre-registration (expedited check in) is $65/Adult and $35/Youth.

If you choose expedited check in, there will be a designated line to help move you through the check-in process as quickly as possible and allow you to surpass all the slackers. Please make sure all paperwork is signed before your arrival to ensure the check-in process goes without delay’s.

Expedited Check-ins that have NOT signed both the 2024 Liability Waiver and 2024 Ice Fishing Rule Agreement will be sent to the BACK of the line.

Note: All Pre-registration fee’s are non-refundable.

If you choose non-expedited, the $25/Angler pre-registration fee will be applied toward your total entry fee on the day of the tournament. The remaining balance will be due at the time of check in.

BY PRE-REGISTERING, YOUR CHECK-IN PROCESS WILL BE STREAMLINED, AND YOU WILL BE GUARANTEED A SPOT ON THE DAY OF THE TOURNAMENT.

IF the event changes due to conditions outside of our ability to control the Pre-registration fee is non-refundable.

ANY ANGLERS THAT ARE NOT REGISTERED BY 10 AM ON THE DAY OF THE TOURNAMENT WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO FISH February 17TH, 2024.

 

SCROLL TO BOTTOM OF PAGE FOR PRIZE INFORMATION!

 

RULES FOR TOURNAMENT

-AS ALWAYS CATCH AND RELEASE ONLY.

-FOR THIS TOURNAMENT ONLY WE WILL ALLOW ARTIFICAL BAIT and live bait BUT ENCOURAGE THE USE OF FLIES AND LURES.

-ANGLERS MUST BE COMPLETE REGISTERATION BY 10AM TO BE ABLE TO FISH ON February 17TH, 2024.

-DAY USE WILL BE OPEN FOR GUESTS JOINING THE ANGLERS AND WILL BE DISCOUNTED TO $10/DAY.

-ONLY ANGLERS WHO ARE REGISTERED IN THE TOURNAMENT ON february 17TH, 2024 ARE ALLOWED TO FISH THAT DAY.

-PRIZE WINNERS WILL BE DETERMINED BY MEASUREMENT SIZE OF THE THREE LARGEST FISH FROM EACH BRACKET.

-ANGLERS WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR MEASURING THEIR OWN FISH AND MUST FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES FOR SUBMITTING PICTURES TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR PRIZES.

-ANGLERS MUST PURCHASE AN APPROVED FISHING MEASURMENT TOOL PROVIDED BY WELLINGTON LAKE or have their own device approved upon arrival. A proper BumpBoard will be required and some will be avaialble for purchase or rental in the office.

-Never Place the fish directly on the Ice for a measurement. only measurment tools that allow the fish to be safely handled on the Ice will be allowed.

FOR DETAILED RULES AND REGULATIONS ON TOURNAMENT USE LINK BELOW

 
 

Adult Bracket

Adult Bracket

Adult (16+) Entry Fee $65

PRIZES:

1st Place Prize- 20% of all entry fees for adult bracket in the form of a Check and Prizes are Wellington Fish Hoodie and Mug.

2nd Place Prize-15% of all entry fees for adult bracket in the form of a Check and Prizes are Wellington Squatch T-shirt and Mug.

3rd Place Prize-5% of all entry fees for adult bracket in the form of a Check. Prizes are Wellington Squatch T-shirt.

4th Place Prize-Eskimo Ice Tent and Wellington Squatch T-shirt.

5th Place Prize-Piranha Fish Finder and Wellington Squatch T-shirt.

6th Place Prize-Wellington Squatch T-shirt, Trout Hat, and Yeti Mug.

 

YOUTH BRACKET

Youth Bracket

Youth (6-15) Entry Fee $35

PRIZES:

1st Place Prize- 20% of all entry fees for youth in the form of a check. Prizes are $100 Scheels Gift Card, Wellington Squatch T-shirt, and JBL Clip4 Bluetooth speaker.

2nd Place Prize-15% of all entry fees for youth in the form of a check. Prizes $100 Scheels Gift Card, Wellington Squatch T-shirt.

3rd Place Prize-5% of all entry fees for youth bracket in the form of a check. Prizes are Wellington Squatch T-shirt, and a $50 Big R gift card.

4th Place Prize-Wellington Squatch T-shirt, and JBL Flip 6 Bluetooth speaker.

5th Place Prize- $25 Bass Pro Gift Card and Wellington Squatch T-shirt.

6th Place Prize-$25 Big R Gift Card and Wellington Squatch T-shirt.

Best Photo Award

Best Photo Award


Angler that provides the best picture, on the day of the event, will be given a $50 Visa Gift Card

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Nov
24
to Dec 23

Cut Your Own Tree at Wellington Lake 2023

Looking to get out of the house and spend some time outdoors? Why not grab a Christmas Tree and come enjoy a day at Wellington Lake!

This year we are introducing our annual tree cutting experience for friends and families of Wellington Lake. We will also have our retail store open for specials on gift packages and access to hot drinks.

We hope to see you soon and Happy Holidays!!

*Anytime Between 9:30am-4pm

*Tree permit from Front Office must be issued prior to cutting

*Check in at front office for tree permit

*In designated areas only

*$25.00 6 ft and under

*$30.00 6- 8ft

*$5 per vehicle, Day use or Camping fee Required

*No chainsaws (handsaws only)

*Holiday packages available in store!

*Happy Holidays from Wellington Lake

Valid 11/24/23 to 12/23/23

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Campfire Music and Solar Event 2023!
Oct
14
10:00 AM10:00

Campfire Music and Solar Event 2023!

Live Music Around the Campfire @ Wellington Lake

Saturday, October 14th, 2023

2pm – 4pm and 5pm – 7pm

Solar Eclipse: 10am – 1pm

Join us for a fun filled evening around the campfire!

We have talented musicians who will be joining us to create a fun filled evening with live music around a campfire to enjoy with friends. There will also be hot drinks and s'mores available to purchase. 

To attend you must obtain a Day use or Camping Reservation.

Please make your reservation in advance @ www.CastleMountainRec.com

All guests must stop in the office to pick up their parking pass!  

 

All guests must stop in the office to pick up their parking pass! 

 

Kids and Adults Welcome!

Live Music

Campfire 

Activities for kids 

and more! 
Avaliable for Purchase

S'mores

Hot Drinks 

Musical Instruents 

Annular Solar Eclipes (Ring of Fire) is happening one the same day!

Join Ranger Rick and experience looking at the sun through the Telescope! 

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Ugly Sucker Fishing Contest 2023!
Oct
7
7:30 AM07:30

Ugly Sucker Fishing Contest 2023!

Help us rid Wellington Lake of Ugly Suckers while enjoying a day fishing!

We are offering you the opportunity to join us in a contest to catch the biggest, smallest and most suckers of the day! This is a great chance to get out before winter and fish with friends for a day of fishing, fun and prizes!!

Build a Team!

Teams of up to 4 participants, minimum 2 participants per team.

$20/person. All ages welcome!

Pre-Registration:

Guests are encouraged to pre-register their team online.

REGISTRATION AND FEES: Anglers are highly encouraged to preregister online to ensure they will have a spot in the tournament on the day of the event. Pre-registration (non-expedited check in) is $10/Angler. Pre-registration (expedited check in) is $20/Angler.

If you choose expedited check in, there will be a designated line to help move you through the check-in processes as quickly as possible and allow you to surpass all the slackers. Please make sure all paperwork is signed before your arrival to ensure the check-in process goes without delay’s. Note: The $20/Angler registration fee is non-refundable.

If you choose non-expedited, the $10/Angler pre-registration fee will be applied toward your total entry fee on the day of the tournament. The remaining balance will be due at the time of check in.

Registration is available online up to 24hrs prior to the day of the tournament. When registering a team, you will be required to pay two pre-registration fees, as teams are a minimum of two anglers. All Anglers must be fully registered for the tournament by 10am on October 7th, 2023. Registration fees include Day Use entry fee into Castle Mountain Recreation Area. Guests may join to spectate Anglers but must pay Day Use fees. Any guest not registered in the tournament may NOT fish the date of the tournament. Reservations are encouraged for all Guests/Day Users.

Registration fee will be non-refundable and will go towards each Angler’s entry fee on the day of the tournament.

You are encouraged to come up with an appropriate….yet fun… team name for your team.

Teams without a name will be issued a team name.

Teams of up to four Anglers, minimum two Anglers per team.

Rules for Team Names:

We encourage you to come up with a creative team name for your team. However, team names must be appropriate.

-Team names should not include cuss words.

-Team names should not be offensive to any group(s) of people.

-There is no reservation system for team names, they are available on a first come, first serve basis.

Parameters:

-Participants will be awarded for most suckers caught, largest sucker caught by length, and smallest sucker caught by length.

-This will be an open water tournament; any hand launched boat or watercraft is allowed. No gas-powered motors will be permitted.

-Sucker Fish must be kept on a stringer or in a basket-style live well in the water.

Coolers and Ice Chests will NOT be permitted for storing fish.

Coolers and Ice Chests will be inspected to ensure cooperation with the rules and regulations.

Any trout caught must IMMEDIATELY be returned to the water ALIVE!

       ANYONE CAUGHT KEEPING TROUT WILL SUFFER A MINIMUM $100 FINE AND AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION!

-Check-in begins at 6:30 am.

-End time: Anglers must be off the water by 3:30pm and checked into the judge’s station for official counting by 4:30pm.

-Live bait will be allowed.

-No artifial/scented bait.

-No treble hooks.

-Steel weights only, NO lead weights.

-Judging: All suckers will be returned to the angler upon finalizing their count/measurements. Any Angler that does not want their suckers may leave them with Wellington Lake staff for appropriate disposal.

-Winners will be announced the day of the tournament by 6:00pm.

-Anglers can win all three (3) categories.

  1. Most suckers caught

  2. Biggest sucker

  3. Smallest sucker

-Ties will be broken by coin toss.

 

Prizes!

Prizes are based on number of participants!!

Most Suckers Caught-TBD

Biggest Sucker-TBD                 

Smallest Sucker-TBD

                      

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Sep
2
to Sep 4

Another Solar Flares and Sunspots Event at Wellington Lake!

Update: The last event was such a hit that we are adding a few more days.  

Join us on

Saturday, September 2nd,
Sunday, September 3rd and
Monday, September 4th, 2023
for an experience you won't forget!

Brookie Beach Noon-4:00pm
*Day Use or Camping Pass Required.

Come check out our hydrogen filtered telescope on site for you to look at the sun!

Education on what solar flares/Sunspots are!

An expert on site (Ranger Rick) who can answer all your questions.... 

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Aug
27
11:00 AM11:00

Don't Miss the INTRO TO FLY FISHING Event at Wellington Lake!

Join us for an intro to fly fishing presentation with The Guide-Father.

Todd Clough has been an Orvis endorsed guide and instructor since 1979.

Event date is SUNDAY, AUG 13TH & SUNDAY, AUG 27TH 2023 for an experience you won't forget!

Rainbow Private Beach @ 11 AM 
*Day Use or Camping Pass Required.
Please book 24 hours in advance!

HANDS-ON OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN HOW TO CAST OR IMPROVE YOUR FLY CAST!

LEARN ABOUT FOOD SOURCES FOR TROUT!

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Aug
19
to Aug 20

Solar Flares and Sunspots Event at Wellington Lake!

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Don't Miss the Solar Flares and Sunspots Event at Wellington Lake! 

Join us on Saturday August 19th, 2023, and
Sunday August 20th, 2023 for an experience you won't forget!

Brookie Beach Noon-4:00pm
*Day Use or Camping Pass Required.

Come check out our hydrogen filtered telescope on site for you to look at the sun!

Education on what solar flares/Sunspots are!

An expert on site (Ranger Rick) who can answer all your questions.... 

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Aug
13
11:00 AM11:00

Don't Miss the INTRO TO FLY FISHING Event at Wellington Lake!

Join us for an intro to fly fishing presentation with The Guide-Father.

Todd Clough has been an Orvis endorsed guide and instructor since 1979.

Event date is SUNDAY, AUG 13TH & SUNDAY, AUG 27TH 2023 for an experience you won't forget!

Rainbow Private Beach @ 11 AM 
*Day Use or Camping Pass Required.
Please book 24 hours in advance!

HANDS-ON OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN HOW TO CAST OR IMPROVE YOUR FLY CAST!

LEARN ABOUT FOOD SOURCES FOR TROUT!

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Ice Fishing Tournament February 5th, 2023
Feb
5
7:30 AM07:30
Fishing, Ice Fishing, Recreation, Events, Family, Winter Recreation

Ice Fishing Tournament February 5th, 2023

Ice Fishing Tournament

February 5TH, 2023

Thank you to our Sponsor for 2023!

Congratulations!!
To the Winners for February 5th, 2023, ICE Fishing Tournament!!

Announcing our Feb 5th, 2023, ICE Fishing Tournament Winners!  

Adult
1st: M. Rawlins #67 ~22 inches
2nd: N. Miller #12 ~20 inches
3rd: K. Stanley #15 ~19 inches

Youth
Youth Bracket was a close call. With 2nd and 3rd place falling into a tie that was broken by a coin toss.
1st: I. Rawlins -Youth #66 ~19.25 inches
2nd: C. Hails -Youth #37 ~14.50 inches
3rd: B. Machin -Youth #10 ~14.50 inches

Photo Submission is TBD and will go to a Facebook Poll.

PRIZES ADULT BRACKET:

1st Place Prize- $1,080.00 Visa Gift Card, Wellington Lake Logo Hoodie, Portable Fish Finder, Fishing Gloves, and WL logo Sticker.

2nd Place Prize-$810.00 Visa Gift Card, and Wellington Lake Logo T-shirt, Pro Fishing Backpack, Fishing Gloves, and WL logo Sticker.

3rd Place Prize-$270.00 Visa Gift Card, WL Logo Mug, Fishing Towels, fishing and WL logo Sticker.

PRIZES YOUTH BRACKET

1st Place Prize- $91.00 Visa Gift Card, Ugly Stick Fishing Pole 43. pc fishing kit, Giant 2.5lb Gummy Worm, and Wellington Lake Fish Sticker.

2nd Place Prize-$67.00 Visa Gift Card, Candy Tackle Box, and WL Fish Sticker.

3rd Place Prize- $23.00 Visa Gift Card, and Wellington Lake Fish Sticker.

How to Submit Pictures for Tournament entry:

send to Wellingtonstaff@farmersres.com

Join us at Wellington Lake for a full day tournament of fishing.

Sunday, February 5th, 2023

Tournament Time: 7:30am-3:30pm

Anglers will be eligible for cash prizes, Wellington Lake loot, friends, fun and more!

SPACE IS LIMITED!

PRE-REGISTRATION IS RECOMMENDED

PRE-REGISTRATION FEE IS $15 TO JOIN EITHER BRACKET. FEES ARE PER ANGLER.

BY PRE-REGISTERING YOUR CHECK-IN PROCESS WILL BE STREAMLINED, AND YOU WILL BE GUARANTEED A SPOT ON THE DAY OF THE TOURNAMENT.

PRE-REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND WILL GO TOWARDS ENTRY FEE WHEN YOU ARRIVE THE DAY OF THE TOURNAMENT.

IF THE EVENT CHANGES DUE TO CONDITIONS OUTSIDE OF OUR ABILITY TO CONTROL THE $15 REGISTRATION FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE.

ANY ANGLERS THAT ARE NOT REGISTERED BY 10 AM ON THE DAY OF THE TOURNAMENT WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO FISH FEBRUARY 5TH, 2023.

DOOR PRIZES WILL BE GIVEN AWAY!

EACH ANGLER WILL BE GIVEN A RAFFLE TICKET AT CHECK-IN. ADDITIONAL RAFFLE TICKES WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT CHECK-IN. YOU MUST PICK UP YOUR PRIZES BEFORE LEAVING FOR THE DAY.

SCROLL TO BOTTOM OF PAGE FOR PRIZE INFORMATION!

RULES FOR TOURNAMENT

-AS ALWAYS CATCH AND RELEASE ONLY.

-FOR THIS TOURNAMENT ONLY WE WILL ALLOW ARTIFICAL BAIT AND LIVE BAIT BUT ENCOURAGE THE USE OF FLIES AND LURES.

-NO JAW JACKERS ALLOWED. YOU MUST HOOK YOUR OWN FISH.

-TIP UPS ARE ALLOWED.

-ONLY ONE LINE PER ANGLER IS ALLOWED IN THE WATER AT ANY TIME.

-ANGLERS WILL BE ALLOWED TO ARRIVE EARLY AND SET UP, STARTING AT 6:30AM ONLY IF YOU HAVE SIGNED THE LIABILITY WAIVER. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ARRIVE EARLEIR PLEASE BOOK A CAMPSITE.

-7:30AM TOURNAMENT BEGINS, PHOTOS CANNONT BE TIMESTAMPED PRIOR TO THIS TIME TO BE ELIGIBLE. NO FISHING LINES IN THE WATER UNTIL 7:30AM.

-ANGLERS MUST COMPLETE their REGISTERATION BY 10AM TO BE ABLE TO FISH ON FEBRUARY 5TH, 2023.

-DAY USE WILL BE OPEN FOR GUESTS JOINING THE ANGLERS AND WILL BE DISCOUNTED TO $10/DAY.

-ONLY ANGLERS WHO ARE REGISTERED IN THE TOURNAMENT ON FEBRUARY 5TH, 2023 ARE ALLOWED TO FISH THAT DAY.

-PRIZE WINNERS WILL BE DETERMINED BY MEASUREMENT SIZE IN LENGTH OF THE THREE LARGEST FISH FROM EACH BRACKET.

-ANGLERS WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR MEASURING THEIR OWN FISH AND MUST FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES FOR SUBMITTING PICTURES TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR PRIZES.

-ANGLERS MUST PURCHASE AN APPROVED FISHING MEASURMENT TOOL PROVIDED BY WELLINGTON LAKE OR HAVE THEIR OWN DEVICE APPROVED UPON ARRIVAL. A PROPER BUMPBOARD WILL BE REQUIRED AND SOME WILL BE AVAIALBLE FOR PURCHASE.

-NEVER PLACE THE FISH DIRECTLY ON THE ICE FOR A MEASUREMENT. ONLY MEASURMENT TOOLS THAT ALLOW THE FISH TO BE SAFELY HANDLED ON THE ICE WILL BE ALLOWED.

FOR DETAILED RULES AND REGULATIONS ON TOURNAMENT USE LINK BELOW

ADULT BRACKET

Adult (16+) Entry Fee $65

PRIZES:

1st Place Prize- 20% of all entry fees for adult bracket in the form of a Visa Gift Card, Wellington Logo Hoodie, fishing gear prize TBD.

2nd Place Prize-15% of all entry fees for adult bracket in the form of a Visa Gift Card, and Wellington Lake logo T-shirt, fishing gear prize TBD.

3rd Place Prize-5% of all entry fees for adult bracket in the form of a Visa Gift Card and WL logo Mug, fishing gear prize TBD.

YOUTH BRACKET

Youth (6-15) Entry Fee $35

Each participating youth gets a Wellington Lake Twig Pen and package of Swedish Fish during registration on the day of the event.

PRIZES:

1st Place Prize- 20% of all entry fees for youth in the form of a Visa Gift Card, Ugly Stick fishing pole with a 43 pc. Fishing Kit, Giant Gummy Worm, and Wellington Lake Fish Sticker.

2nd Place Prize-15% of all entry fees for youth in the form of a Visa Gift Card, Candy Tacklebox, and Wellington Lake Fish Sticker.

3rd Place Prize-5% of all entry fees for youth bracket in the form of a Visa Gift Card, and Wellington Lake Fish Sticker.

Best Photo Award

Angler that provides the best picture, on the day of the event, will be given a $50 Visa Gift Card, and a Wellington Lake Hoodie or T-shirt of their choice.

-Photo must be submitted by a Angler registered in the tournament to be considered for prize.

-Photo must follow rules guidelines and be time stamped during the time of the event.

-Photo must be submitted by 5pm on the date of the event.

-Photo can be of any valid activity occurring during the event, including fishing, camping, hiking, chillin’ etc. (No inappropriate photos please).

-Please see Rules section for details on photo/video rights prior to submitting photo.

-Best photo is chosen by Wellington Lake Staff. If staff is struggling with making a decision a poll maybe created on Facebook to help staff make a decision.

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Dec
7
to Dec 24

Cut Your Own Tree at Wellington Lake

Looking to get out of the house and spend some time outdoors? Why not grab a Christmas Tree and come enjoy a day at Wellington Lake!

This year we are introducing our annual tree cutting experience for friends and families of Wellington Lake. We will also have our retail store open for specials on gift packages and access to hot drinks.

We hope to see you soon and Happy Holidays!!

*Anytime Between 9am-4pm

*Tree permit from Front Office must be issued prior to cutting

*Check in at front office for tree permit

*In designated areas only

*$25.00 6 ft and under

*$30.00 6- 8ft

*No Day Use fee Required

*No chainsaws (handsaws only)

*Holiday packages available in store!

*Happy Holidays from Wellington Lake

Valid 12/07/22 to 12/24/22

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Mar
17
to Jun 30

Wellington Lake T-Shirt Design Contest for 2022!

Castle Mountain Recreation Presents:

Wellington Lake T-Shirt Design Contest for 2022!

Calling All Artists!!

2022 Deadlines and Important Dates

January 1st, 2022 - Contest begins

March 16th, 2022 - SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED

March (TBA) 2022 - Community voting

May (TBA )2022 - Winner announced

June (TBA) 2022 – T-shirt release

PRIZES

1st Place:  $100 Visa Gift Card, a Hoodie and a Mug with your design, your choice of free rentals (a $200 value), and recognition on Facebook and Instagram.

2nd Place: $50 Visa Gift Card, a T-Shirt and a Mug with your design, your choice of free rental (up to $100), and recognition on Facebook and Instagram.

3rd Place: $50 Visa Gift Card, a Mug with your design, your choice of free rental (up to $50), and recognition on Facebook and Instagram.

DESIGN RULES AND GUIDELINES

  1. Artwork can include drawings, paintings, or computer-generated material.

  2. All entries should include the original file, a vector-based EPS file, or a high-resolution PNG file.

  3. Designs may not exceed 10” wide by 11” high.

  4. Designs must include "Wellington Lake" with the option of including “Wellington Reservoir”, or “Castle Mountain Recreation” or depict recreational activities at Wellington Lake

  5. Winning Designs will appear on the front of a solid-color shirt.

  6. Winning Designs will be printed in up to five solid colors. Gradients and transparencies cannot be incorporated.

  7. Designs must be wholly original. By submitting a design, you are guaranteeing that you hold original rights to everything in it. Once submitted, you grant permission to the Wellington Reservoir Company and its subsidiaries, without any additional compensation or licensing fees, to utilize the design in any way the Company sees fit, including the authorization that it may be printed on apparel for resale, and that it does not contain any copyrighted material.

  8. Individuals are limited to (3) entries. Entries can be submitted by an individual or as a collaborative effort. See more on collaborative efforts below.

  1. Eligibility: The contest is open to anyone ages 18 and older.

  2. Entries become the property of Castle Mountain Recreation.

  3. Castle Mountain Recreation reserves the right to adjust all entries, including colors of the design and the shirt.

  4. Collaborative entries should use the name of your local group when possible. No entry using the name of a company will be accepted. Recognition on www.castlemountainrec.com and social media may include each contributing member to of the group submitting a collaborative entry when feasible. Should a collaborative entry win, the winning group is responsible for determining how any prize will be shared within the group.

HOW WINNERS ARE SELECTED

  1. There will be three rounds of voting:

    • Round 1: Castle Mountain Recreation will select no more than 5 designs.

    • Round 2: The designs will be posted on social media and the three designs with the most votes will move on to the final round.

    • Round 3: Castle Mountain Recreation will select the winners based on the criteria below.

  2. Designs will be judged on the following criteria:

    • Concept and originality.

    • Captures spirit of the Wellington Lake, Castle Mountain, Albino Sasquatch, or recreational activities at the lake.

    • Completeness of design and readiness for printing.

    • Feasibility of reproduction.

    • Adherence to design and submission rules and guidelines.

HOW WINNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED

How Winners Will Be Notified

  1. Winners will be notified by email at the close of the voting period, via the information provided during entry. At the sole discretion of Wellington Lake, disqualification, forfeiture, and the selection of an alternate winner may result from any of the following:

    • Winner's failure to respond to notification within three (3) business days after its transmission.

    • The return of an email notification as un-deliverable after three (3) attempts.

    • Winner's failure to provide original design files.

  2. Upon contacting a winner and determining that they have met all eligibility requirements of the contest, such individual will be declared a "winner" of the contest via social media, and on www.castlemountainrec.com.

Submission Agreement

  1. To release the rights to your design to Castle Mountain Recreation for the use of the Wellington Lake t-shirt and other promotional items, including, but not limited to the website, social media, and marketing materials.

  2. That Castle Mountain Recreation reserves the right to adjust the winning designs.

  3. That winners are responsible for all taxes associated with prizes.

  4. To abide by all contest rules, agreements, and guidelines.

  5. Castle Mountain Recreation reserves the right to cancel the contest or modify the number of prizes at any point with or without notice depending on quality or quantity of submissions.

  6. All entries must be submitted by March 16th, 2022 to raina@farmersres.com


    If you have any questions regarding contest rules, please email raina@farmersres.com

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Ice Fishing Tournament February 26th, 2022
Feb
26
7:00 AM07:00
Fishing, Ice Fishing, Recreation

Ice Fishing Tournament February 26th, 2022

Ice Fishing Tournament

Febuary 26th, 2022

Join us at Wellington Lake for a full day tournament of fishing.

Saturday, February 26th, 2022

Tournament Time: 7:00am-3:00pm

Anglers will be eligible for cash prizes, Wellington Lake loot, friends, fun and more!

SPACE IS LIMITED! PRE-REGISTRATION IS RECOMMENDED.

PRE-REGISTRATION FEE IS $10 TO JOIN EITHER BRACKET AND FEES ARE PER ANGLER.

BY PRE-REGISTERING YOUR CHECK-IN PROCESS WILL BE STREAMLINED, AND YOU WILL BE GUARANTEED A SPOT ON THE DAY OF THE TOURNAMENT.

IN THE EVENT OF THE EVENT CHANGING DUE TO CONDITIONS OUTSIDE OF OUR ABILITY TO CONTROL THE $10 REGISTRATION FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE.

PRE-REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE, AND WILL GO TOWARDS ENTRY FEE WHEN YOU ARRIVE THE DAY OF THE TOURNAMENT.

ANY ANGLERS THAT ARE NOT REGISTERED BY 10 AM ON THE DAY OF THE TOURNAMENT WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO FISH FEBRUARY 26TH, 2022.

SCROLL TO BOTTOM OF PAGE FOR PRIZE INFORMATION!

RULES FOR TOURNAMENT

-AS ALWAYS CATCH AND RELEASE ONLY.

-FOR THIS TOURNAMENT ONLY WE WILL ALLOW ARTIFICAL BAIT AND LIVE BAIT BUT ENCOURAGE THE USE OF FLIES AND LURES.

-ANGLERS MUST BE COMPLETE REGISTERATION BY 10AM TO BE ABLE TO FISH ON FEBRUARY 26TH, 2022.

-DAY USE WILL BE OPEN FOR GUESTS JOINING THE ANGLERS AND WILL BE DISCOUNTED TO $10/DAY.

-ONLY ANGLERS WHO ARE REGISTERED IN THE TOURNAMENT ON FEBRUARY 26TH, 2022 ARE ALLOWED TO FISH THAT DAY.

-PRIZE WINNERS WILL BE DETERMINED BY MEASUREMENT SIZE OF THE THREE LARGEST FISH FROM EACH BRACKET.

-ANGLERS WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR MEASURING THEIR OWN FISH AND MUST FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES FOR SUBMITTING PICTURES TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR PRIZES.

-ANGLERS MUST PURCHASE AN APPROVED FISHING MEASURMENT TOOL PROVIDED BY WELLINGTON LAKE OR HAVE THEIR OWN DEVICE APPROVED UPON ARRIVAL. A PROPER BUMPBOARD WILL BE REQUIRED AND SOME WILL BE AVAIALBLE FOR PURCHASE OR RENTAL IN THE OFFICE.

-NEVER PLACE THE FISH DIRECTLY ON THE ICE FOR A MEASUREMENT. ONLY MEASURMENT TOOLS THAT ALLOW THE FISH TO BE SAFELY HANDLED ON THE ICE WILL BE ALLOWED.

FOR DETAILED RULES AND REGULATIONS ON TOURNAMENT USE LINK BELOW

ADULT BRACKET

Adult (16+) Entry Fee $50

PRIZES:

1st Place Prize- 20% of all entry fees for adult bracket in the form of a Visa Gift Card, Wellington Lake logo Hoodie, WL logo Water bottle, and WL logo Sticker.

2nd Place Prize-15% of all entry fees for adult bracket in the form of a Visa Gift Card, and Wellington Lake logo T-shirt, and WL logo Sticker.

3rd Place Prize-5% of all entry fees for adult bracket in the form of a Visa Gift Card and WL logo Magnet.

YOUTH BRACKET

Youth (6-15) Entry Fee $35

PRIZES:

1st Place Prize- 20% of all entry fees for youth in the form of a Visa Gift Card, Spinning Reel Deluxe Fishing Kit and fishing Rod, and Wellington Lake logo Sticker.

2nd Place Prize-15% of all entry fees for youth in the form of a Visa Gift Card, Wellington Lake Water bottle, and WL logo Sticker.

3rd Place Prize-5% of all entry fees for youth bracket in the form of a Visa Gift Card, and Wellington Lake logo Magnet.

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