Russ Hogan shows off Wednesday's catch of the day, a 12.9-pound Chinook Salmon measuring 32.5 inches long.
July 24, 2025
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July 24, 2025 1:09 a.m.
Reeling in the years
Big One Derby has been hooking anglers more than four decades
It’s not only the thrill of the catch that brings people back to Lake Coeur d’Alene each year for the Big One Salmon Derby. Now in its 41st year, the competition has been a pillar of the local angler community.