The annual Northern Manitoba Walleye Challenge is taking place this weekend at Paint Lake.

Eric Labaupa, from event sponsor Kickerfish, spoke to Arctic Radio News about what the competition will look like for those participating.

He said that it is a catch and release tournament, where competitors will turn in their best six fish in the size limit. The fish will be weighed before they are released back into the lake.

Labaupa added that there will be prizes for everyone who finishes in the top ten. The top prize this year is a boat, motor and trailer valued at $10,000.

The entry fee is $300 per team.

More information on the weekend can be found by visiting the Northern Manitoba Walleye Championship Facebook page, or at the Kickerfish website.