Hanson wins derby

The American Legion Post 93 of Orcas Island concluded its 34th Salmon Derby on Feb. 17 with 84 participants.

The American Legion Post 93 of Orcas Island concluded its 34th Salmon Derby on Feb. 17 with 84 participants.

During the previous evening, 46 door prizes were handed out for those entered in the derby. All were donated by local merchants. Cash prizes were given on Sunday night and the winners were:

First Prize ($1,100), 17 pounds, 13 ounces: Lorraine Hanson

Second Prize ($500), 15 pounds, 3 ounzes: Shannon Franks

Third Prize ($400), 14 pounds, 9 ounces: Tobias Caputo

Fourth Prize ($250), 14 pounds, 2 ounces.: Dan Fowler

Fifth Prize ($100), 13 pounds, 10 ounces; Blair Griffith

The proceeds from this event go to supporting programs sponsored by the American Legion, Women’s Auxiliary of the American Legion and the Sons of the American Legion for Veterans and their families in need, high school scholarships, boys state, food bank, mercy flight, YMCA camp and children of the island in need just to  name a few.