Anglers For Veterans Fishing Tournament Returns To South Dakota

2026 Anglers for Veterans Fishing Tournament is a of competitive walleye fishing event with over $12,000 in prize money awarded.

2026 Anglers for Veterans Fishing Tournament is on Saturday, June 13, at Lake Thompson southeast of De Smet, South Dakota.

Scoring: Prizes will be based on pounds and ounces most weighted during the tournament day. Each boat will be permitted to catch eight walleyes. Five walleyes of at least 15 inches will be weighed, with only two over

Hosted by Community Action for Veterans (CAV), this annual event combines sport, camaraderie, and community impact to benefit local veterans across the region.

Tournament Details 2026 Schedule:

Date: June 12 & 13

Time: 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

Location: Lake Thompson, South Dakota

Entry Fee: $300 per team or $250 if you have a veteran crew member

Purpose: A Fundraiser for Community Action for Veterans

Scoring: Prizes will be based on pounds and ounces most weighted during the tournament day. Each boat will be permitted to catch eight walleyes. Five walleyes of at least 15 inches will be weighed, with only two over.

For registration and specific updates check sdvets.org.