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Manitoba Master Anglers
Top Master Anglers Caught by our Guests
The Master Anglers program in Manitoba, Canada is designed to better recognize anglers who catch unusually large fish. Guests at BNL are some of the lucky fishermen to catch extremelly rewarding fish, from species such as Northern Pike, Walleye, Brook Trout, Lake Trout and Rainbow Trout. Please see below a Master Angler’s List and contact us for more info, and participation while at our fishing lodge.
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Download the Master Angler Award Application Form (pdf)
Master Angler Program - Manitoba, Canada Fishing Awards
Manitoba is home to the oldest master angler program in North America, 50 years and going strong. Last year alone, more than 10,000 trophy fish from 30 qualifying species were caught and recorded - and almost 90% of those were released!
Your Own Official Record
Every qualifying Master Angler fish you catch is honoured with a certificate recording your success. A unique certificate is given to those anglers who catch-and-release a trophy fish. Set aside a special place to display the highlights of your Manitoba angling adventures.
The Sign Of Things To Come
The Manitoba Master Angler Catch-and-Release shoulder patch is given to those individuals who release a qualifying fish. The growing number of patches awarded each year is a strong sign of anglers' overall commitment to ensuring the future of our fisheries resource. Approximately 90% of the entries registered in the program are released by anglers, up from 65% in 1991, when the program first began tracking the percentage of fish released. Start your own catch-and-release practice by earning the one-time Catch-and-Release patch.
Looking Back...
From its modest beginning when the first badges and certificates were issued to 480 anglers catching trophy fish of seven different species, to today with 30 species and over 200,000 registered trophy fish, the Master Angler program provides an awards system that recognizes anglers’ abilities and achievements. From its inception the program was an instant success, and in 1986 the Master Angler program was computerized due to its continued popularity and growth. The first automated awards were issued in 1987. Presently, over 10,000 entries are registered in the program each year, including entries to the Li’l Angler Program, introduced in 2002.
Join the Masters
Look for the Manitoba Master Angler application form in the Anglers' Guide provided with the purchase of each fishing licence, or ask your lodge representative for a copy. The two criteria for entering a Master Angler qualifying fish are the length measurement, and the use of a hook and line to make the catch. In some cases a photo may be required to qualify your entry. Make it a practice to keep a camera ready for all the trophies that come your way.
Bronze Badge
Awarded only once, the Bronze badge is presented to anglers who catch their first trophy fish of qualifying size, in any one of the 30 eligible species.
Silver Badge (The Expert)
This badge honours the skill and scope it takes to catch one qualifying fish from five different species. The combination you choose to become an "Expert" is up to you.
Gold Badge (The Grand Master)
The right to wear gold is achieved by those who catch a qualifying fish from ten different species. A once-in-a-lifetime award, the Grand Master gold badge salutes the dedication, versatility and level of accomplishment of those who pursue this title
Platinum Badge (Elite Angler)
The honour to wear Platinum is achieved by those anglers who catch one qualifying fish from fifteen different species of fish. A once-in-a-lifetime award, the Elite Angler platinum badge acknowledges the determination, perseverance and level of accomplishment of those anglers who have reached this prestigious level.
Diamond (Ultimate Angler)
This 'extreme' level of achievement and the right to wear "Diamond" is reserved for those anglers who register one qualifying fish in twenty different species. A once-in-a liftime award, the Diamond level is the most rewarding and esteemed level of accomplishment.
The Specialist
Catch five qualifying fish of one species to receive the Specialist badge. Master each of the species and earn a different badge each time. There are 30 Specialist badges to be had.
Sample Winners
