Last Sunday I traveled to Brewster to see how the Brewster King Salmon Derby turned out. Mike Mauk, derby organizer was busy, but took the time to visit with me while anglers turned in their catches. Participation was lower this year, because of the closure of the Brewster Pool to fishing for Chinook. Still, all those who did chase kings turned in some great fish and the leader board was full. The first angler I saw at the derby headquarters to turn in their catch was four-year-old Beau Benson. She was hugging a salmon that weighed 11.86 pounds. It turned out that the 8 & Under category on the leader board featured three Bensons! The coveted King of the Pool award went to Gage Howe, with a 20.63-pound Chinook. At the top of the Adult category leaderboard was Pat Coffee, who landed a 19.66-pound king. This was the second year in a row that he topped this category. Everyone that took part in this year’s derby was extremely glad they did and are looking forward to next year’s event. Also, sockeye fishing continues to be terrific in the Brewster Pool. Huge crowds of angler are still showing up for them.