MISSOULA FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Kids Humpty Derby: A Two-Day Youth Fishing Sprint in Missoula
A weekend derby for anglers 15 and under with age-group prizes, door drawings and proceeds supporting a local food pantry.
Kids Humpty Derby: A Two-Day Youth Fishing Sprint in Missoula.
The Kid's Humpy Derby is a focused, family-friendly fishing competition run by Montana Creek Campground that gathers anglers 15 and younger for a fast-paced weekend of casting, measurement and award ceremonies—part contest, part community fundraiser.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Prizes and Daily Drawings
Young anglers compete within age divisions for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards; prize drawings and door prizes are also held during the derby.
A Derby That Gives Back
Entry fees and net proceeds are devoted to derby expenses and prizes, with surplus donated to the Upper Susitna Food Pantry program—making each catch part of a larger local effort.
Age-Grouped, Timed, and Measured
The event runs from Saturday morning through noon Sunday with specific age groups (3–6, 7–9, 10–12, 13–15) and a firm deadline for measurement and weigh-in at 12:00 pm Sunday.
What the day feels like
What the Weekend Feels Like
Expect an organized, short-form tournament rhythm: morning lines in the water on Saturday, casual afternoon catch-and-talk among families, and a final round of weigh-ins and prize announcements at midday Sunday. The derby atmosphere balances competition with communal celebration—kids fishing within tight age brackets, volunteers tracking measurements, and periodic prize drawings that keep the energy up throughout the two days.
THE COMPETITION
Prizes and Daily Drawings
Young anglers compete within age divisions for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards; prize drawings and door prizes are also held during the derby.
THE COMMUNITY
A Derby That Gives Back
Entry fees and net proceeds are devoted to derby expenses and prizes, with surplus donated to the Upper Susitna Food Pantry program—making each catch part of a larger local effort.
THE FORMAT
Age-Grouped, Timed, and Measured
The event runs from Saturday morning through noon Sunday with specific age groups (3–6, 7–9, 10–12, 13–15) and a firm deadline for measurement and weigh-in at 12:00 pm Sunday.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this derby is best suited for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The derby starts at 7:00 AM on Saturday and concludes at 12:00 PM on Sunday; all weigh-ins and measurements must be completed by noon Sunday.
Entry to the derby costs $20; the fee covers prizes and derby expenses and net proceeds are donated to the Upper Susitna Food Pantry program.
Participants should arrive at 49941 South Parks Highway Mile Post 96.5 for check-in and event activities.
Prizes are awarded for 1st–3rd place in each age group at 12:00 PM on Sunday; door prizes and periodic prize drawings occur throughout the derby and winners are posted on the event board.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Who is eligible to compete?
Participants must be younger than 16 years of age; the derby is organized into age groups: 3–6, 7–9, 10–12 and 13–15.
When does the derby start and end?
The event begins at 7:00 AM on Saturday and ends at 12:00 PM on Sunday.
How much does it cost to enter?
The entry fee is $20; the fee is used for prizes and derby expenses, with net proceeds donated to the Upper Susitna Food Pantry program.
When are winners announced?
Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each age group are awarded at 12:00 PM on Sunday, after the deadline for weigh-ins and measurements.
Are there prize drawings or door prizes?
Yes—prize drawings are held during the derby and door prizes will be given out to participants; winners are posted on the event board.
Where do I go for check-in?
Meet at 49941 South Parks Highway Mile Post 96.5 for registration and event activities.