20.19 lbs.
Bluefish - Shore Robert Bottary
12.17 lbs.
Bass - Boat Mason Warburton
37.58 lbs.
Bass - Shore Clinton A. Fisher
34.42 lbs.
Bonito - Boat Greg G. Clark
11.62 lbs.
Bonito - Shore Lewis C. Colby
6.43 lbs.
Albacore - Boat Westley L. Wlodyka
12.96 lbs.
Albacore - Shore Shawn A. Emin
12.13 lbs.
| Total Weigh-ins | ||
|---|---|---|
| Species | Count | Weight |
| Albacore | 168 | 1,403 lbs. |
| Boat | 69 | 560 lbs. |
| Shore | 99 | 843 lbs. |
| Bass | 146 | 2,687 lbs. |
| Boat | 73 | 1,395 lbs. |
| Shore | 73 | 1,293 lbs. |
| Bluefish | 369 | 3,061 lbs. |
| Boat | 274 | 2,509 lbs. |
| Shore | 95 | 551 lbs. |
| Bonito | 224 | 1,347 lbs. |
| Boat | 184 | 1,172 lbs. |
| Shore | 40 | 174 lbs. |
2019 Derby
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__________2020 75th Derby Event Dates
Sunday September 13th: Derby Starts: 12:01 AM
Sunday Sept 20th: Kid's Derby POSTPONED Until 2021
Saturday October 17th
Derby Ends At 10:00 PM
Sunday October 18th
Final Awards Ceremony will NOT be held at Farm Neck. Watch for announcements regarding safe prize pick-up and grand award drawing.
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2020 75th Derby Dates:
Sun September 13 - Sat October 17
Come to the Vineyard and fish The Derby! For 75 years, "The Derby" has been a time to renew friendships, share a hot cup of coffee and create memories that fuel the winters exaggerated fish tales. It is a time when all can refocus on the natural beauty of this Island sanctuary. Come and be part of almost eight decades of great fishing, a rich history, meeting new friends, generous sponsor support, and beautiful sunrises and sunsets! Remember, Derby registration is open at all Island tackle shops and Derby HQ throughout the Derby!
Derby HQ/Weigh-In Hours: 8:00 - 10:00 AM and PM, Daily. Dock St. Edg.
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Posted July 31, 2020
A message regarding the 2020 Derby:
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Posted February 4, 2020
Press Release from MV Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby Committee
At its January 30, 2020 meeting, the Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby Committee unanimously voted in favor of removing striped bass as an eligible species in the 2020 Derby.
The Derby Committee recognizes the need to reduce pressure on striped bass, as efforts to support recovery of the species increase. Recreational fishing communities and fisheries scientists understand the unequaled value of striped bass. The Derby shares this view, and acknowledges the importance of supporting measures to restore healthy striped bass stocks. Throughout its history, the Derby Committee has demonstrated this commitment. From 1985-1992, striped bass were not an eligible species in the Derby due to concerns about the health of the population. Since then, we have partnered closely with fisheries managers to monitor the species.
The Derby has included minimum size requirements for striped bass that were above the state regulations. We have been and continue to be mindful about the increasing concerns about striped bass. Because of the obvious significance of striped bass – to the recreational fishing community and to the Derby – we strongly believe that the responsible decision is to completely remove it as an eligible species in the 2020 Derby, including any catch and release component.
The Derby Committee will continue to partner with fisheries scientists and the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries in an effort to thoughtfully and responsibly consider the role of striped bass in the Derby, ongoing. As part of this, we encourage anglers and Derby participants to continue to think about striped bass, even if not fishing for them. Widely recognized as the most important fish swimming in our waters, striped bass need and deserve our continued attention, as we work together on the recovery of the species.
In 1993, then-Derby President Ed Jerome wrote, “The Derby Committee is proud to have played an influential role in the recovery of the striped bass. When we excluded the striper from our tournament in 1985, it may have been only symbolic, but it sent a message to sportfishing contests and enthusiasts that without a good management plan, this treasured resource would be no more. It was not easy for us at the time, but today’s recovery of the striped bass has made it all worthwhile.”
The Derby Committee appreciates the support from participants, sponsors, and all who value striped bass. While it is disappointing to not include striped bass in the 2020 Derby, we recognize it as a necessary decision, just as the Committee did in 1985. We hope it again will be part of a larger effort that is successful in realizing the recovery of striped bass. Any questions should be addressed to Derby President John Custer or Derby Vice President and Chairman Joe El-Deiry at mvderbycommittee@gmail.com.
Sincerely,
The Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby Committee
Posted September 18, 2019
Posted January 19th, 2019
Derby prints for sale
The Martha's Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby is pleased to offer you an opportunity to purchase two limited-edition giclée prints by Martha's Vineyard artist Jeanne Staples. All proceeds from the sale will benefit the Derby Scholarship program. The original oil paintings have been reproduced in two sizes and are unframed. Call . $150 for a small print (17x14), $275 for large (25x21). For further information or to purchase: Call Maryanne at 508 627-8510. LINK