A 'Home Opener' Virtual Fishing Tournament is coming in May 2026 for a great cause.

Looking to land the big one? We want you to get it, too! Why not register today for the Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity "Home Opener" Virtual Fishing Tournament, taking place May 9th through May 12th, 2026, where you can not only land the big one, but you can also take home some pretty fabulous prizes, all while supporting a great cause.

COMPETITIVE ANGLERS AND CASUAL FISHER FOLKS WELCOME

Whether you're a competitive angler or just someone who loves to fish, everyone who registers to be a part of the Home Opener 2026 is automatically in the running for random giveaways that will be happening throughout the event. Plus, you'll be helping to open doors for families in our community with your $25 registration fee.

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HOW TO GET REGISTERED

First, we encourage you to download the FISHDONKEY APP.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

To participate, you can fish anywhere you want in the state of Minnesota. Yeah! Pretty cool, huh? Fish anywhere you want to. You'll be competing for prizes and awards while celebrating Minnesota's Walleye Opener.


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AWARD CEREMONY MAY 14TH CAN BE ATTENDED VIRTUALLY OR IN-PERSON

Everyone who enters will be registered to win prizes. The prizes will be awarded at an awards ceremony that can also be attended virtually if you want, on May 14th. The awards ceremony will be happening at the always amazing Pantown Brewing Company.

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