MINOT, N.D. — The Minot 5/6 is gearing up for a day of friendly competition and community connection with the return of its highly anticipated fishing event. The 2nd Annual Minot 5/6 Fishing Tournament is set to take place Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Lake Darling, located within the Upper Souris National Wildlife Refuge.
The tournament, which runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., invites anglers of all experience levels to cast a line and compete for top catches, while also offering opportunities for volunteers to support the event behind the scenes. In the event of severe weather, a makeup day is scheduled for Sunday, May 17.
Participants can register as teams of two to four members or choose a single-member option. Entry fees are set at $80 per team and $50 for individual competitors. Organizers note that all registered teams will receive event gear, including a clipboard with scorecards and rules, a commemorative Minot 5/6 numbered coin, and an Ozark Trail portable dial fish scale.
Those interested in competing are asked to complete registration and payment by scanning the official Minot 5/6 QR code provided below.
In addition to anglers, event organizers are seeking 50 volunteers to help ensure a smooth and successful tournament. Volunteer roles include event setup and teardown, assisting with award presentations, and serving as safe ride drivers. Volunteers are asked to report for check-in at 7:30 a.m. at the refuge. Organizers emphasize that volunteering offers a meaningful way to support the community while enhancing professional development through strong evaluation performance bullets (EPBs).
Volunteer positions are available on a first-come, first-served basis through a SignUpGenius https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44A5AB28A0FAC34-63585818-2ndannual#/.
For more information about the tournament, registration, or volunteer opportunities, interested individuals can contact Jared Bland at jkb101@gmail.com or Keith Cordle at Cordlekeith@gmail.com
Organizers encourage community members to come out for a full day of fishing, teamwork, and outdoor fun in one of the region’s most scenic locations.
