Fishtechy 1st Annual Conservation Competition
Turning fishing competitions into real-world conservation science
EVENT SNAPSHOT
Camp Date:
June 25–29, 2026
Tournament Date:
June 26–28, 2026
Location:
CDA River RV, Cataldo, Idaho
Event Type:
Fishing Competition on the Coeur d’Alene River System
Goal:
Provide validated data to Fisheries Science
WHAT THIS EVENT IS
The Fishtechy Science & Brand Challenge is a multi-day competition where every fish is measured, documented, and released with conservation as the priority.
Measurement & Release
Every fish is measured using the Fishtechy Proof Ball, enabling near-instant measurement via photo or video and rapid release to protect the fishery.
WHO PARTICIPATES
This is not a standard consumer event. It is a cross-sector collaboration where organizations compete head-to-head while contributing to fisheries conservation.
Participants include:
Outdoor & fishing brands
Fisheries management agencies
Universities & research programs
Conservation organizations
Professional & ambassador anglers
HOW THE COMPETITION WORKS
The competition is designed to encourage teamwork while protecting the fishery.
Teams consist of 2 anglers per brand or organization
Teams compete in categories such as largest fish or most westslope cutthroat
Each fish counts toward the team score, not individual anglers
Each brand or organization may field up to 2 teams
Only one team may fish a single hole at a time to prevent over-pressuring the rivera
Leaderboard & Live Coverage
A live leaderboard will be maintained in the Fishtechy app
Fishtechy media teams will use Starlink to travel with competitors and live stream the event
Participating brands are encouraged to live stream or share content during and after the competition
Home Base & Awards
The event’s Home Base will be CDA River RV, Cataldo, Idaho.
At Home Base, organizations may
Camp on site
Set up tabling or promotional booths
Address the full group during scheduled moments
Prizes will be awarded at the end of the competition to the organization that wins each category.
The Data
The event generates real-world, scalable fisheries data designed for fisheries managers, researchers, and long-term studies.
Data collected includes:
Fish length and surface metrics
Environmental and situational conditions
Location and time variables
After the competition, all catch data is compiled into a report and shared with local wildlife managers and conservation nonprofits.
ready to compete?
Have questions or want to participate? Get in touch.
Contact:
Alex Weinman