The annual Quincy Valley Chamber of Commerce Pike Minnow Derby wrapped up last Sunday. Anglers had to deal with high winds, and many fished in areas that weren’t their favorite spots but were easier places to manage their boats. In spite of the conditions, spirits were high at the weigh in station, where anglers lined up to have their catches were measured, counted, and weighed. Organizers said that registrations were great this year, and especially pleasing was the highest number of youngsters participating ever. The adults turned in 1,379 pike minnows weighing a total of 884 pounds. In the youth division, the kids caught 119 fish, weighing a total of 65 pounds. There are two goals for this event. One is to remove as many pike minnows from the Columbia River as possible, and the other is to provide a quality event that the whole family can enjoy. This year they met these goals, removing a total 1498 pike minnows from the Columbia and the Quincy Valley Chamber of Commerce conducted an excellent event. A very special thanks to Cari Mathews at the Quincy Chamber and her crew of volunteers.