Annual Hosted Event

Operation: Cast & Recover

Name: Operation: Cast & Recover
Start: 2026-09-26T05:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-09-26T15:00:00-07:00
Location: Columbia Point Marina Park

Dedicated route for veteran and volunteer captain registration, with event status, confirmed schedule, and community coordination at Columbia Point Marina Park.

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Status

Registration open

Event date

September 26, 2026

Coverage

Tri-Cities, WA

Veteran Registration Captain / Boat Registration Request Coordination

September 26, 2026Launch 0600Awards 1400

Venue photo: Allen4names, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Community Event | Mission Brief

A day on the water, built around service and connection.

MH Construction is hosting an annual community fishing event that connects veterans from every era and branch with volunteer captains. As a Veteran-Owned company, we partner with Nixon's Marine and the Richland Chamber of Commerce to coordinate local expertise and day-of support for the Tri-Cities veteran community.

The planned target is Fall King Salmon. River and fishery conditions will guide the final call, with walleye or bass available at each captain's discretion if a contingency is needed.

This year's event includes a commemorative Challenge Coin presentation to spotlight service, local partnership, and the veteran-first purpose of the day.

Veteran slots: 50
Planned fleet: 10-12 vessels
Veteran eligibility: All eras & branches
Primary target: Fall King Salmon
Challenge coin: Commemorative presentation

Event Schedule | Operational Timeline

September 26 schedule

0500

Check-In, Breakfast & Safety Briefing

Stop 1 of 4

0600

Fleet Launch

Stop 2 of 4

1330

Fleet Recovery & Weigh-In

Stop 3 of 4

1400

Challenge Coin Presentation, Awards Ceremony & Prize Raffle

Stop 4 of 4

Veteran Roster Status

Veteran registration is open

Fifty primary veteran positions are available, followed by an alternate roster.

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Registration Portals | Participant Intake

Choose your registration path

Required fields help event staff coordinate vessel assignments, safety planning, and day-of communication.

Spotlight Feature | Challenge Coin

Registered participants will be recognized during the Challenge Coin presentation as part of the 1400 awards block.

Veteran Sign-Up

Open to veterans from every era and service branch. Primary placements are assigned in registration order.

Volunteer Captain Sign-Up

Captains provide the vessel, required safety equipment, and local operating judgment for assigned participants. At check-in, captains should be ready to show proof of applicable Washington licensing and onboard safety gear.

Community Support | Sponsorship Callout

Help equip the day and strengthen the prize table.

Local businesses, Chamber members, and trade partners can support the event with high-value raffle items, fishing gear, participant supplies, meals, or direct event sponsorship. Every contribution will be coordinated with clear acknowledgment and practical event needs.

Sponsors can also support the commemorative Challenge Coin presentation that highlights veteran recognition and partner commitment.