Unique Event at Alaska Highland Games

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This picture was shared by Matt Vincent after he won the IHGF World Championship (Congratulations Matt!):



I didn't witness this event, but evidently they threw the 50lb salmon for distance and for height. Throwing fish is a traditional Alaskan event, but it is usually done in winter and while standing on ice.

A friend of mine, Carl Hild, sculpted the first place trophy from Alaskan Marble:


The 2nd and 3rd place trophies are cast aluminum finished in silver and bronze. Bill Kazmeir, Words Strongest Man, was the hand model for the trophy, and he was a guest announcer for the games.

I definitely enjoyed the games this year, but did not take many pictures.