Lake Julian Park Kids Fishing Tournament May 20th, 2023

  • Sat, May 20, 2023 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Lake Julian Park

    37 Lake Julian Road
    Arden, North Carolina 28704
Ticket Price $10.00 This event is now over
Description

This event is open to all youth 15 and under. Competitors will be divided into age groups (0-5, 6-10, and 11-15) with prizes in each for Biggest Fish (GRAND PRIZE), Smallest Fish, and Most Fish Caught.

The Grand Prize for the overall biggest fish caught between the two age categories of 6-10 and 11-15 years old will be a waterways kayak. The prize for largest fish for 0-5 years old is to be determined. Prizes for other places and categories are to be determined. 

This is a catch and release tournament. Each fish that is caught must be brought one at a time to the measuring station. After each fish has been measured, they will be released back into the lake. Your $10 registration fee includes a bucket, bait, plus snacks and drinks. You must be in the measuring station line before the horn goes off at 11:00 am to have your fish measured. Competitors must bring their own fishing poles and tackle.

No fishing license is required for residents under 16 years old. No boat fishing is allowed by competitors. All competitors must be accompanied by an adult but the adult may not cast or reel. Only one fishing pole may be in the water per participant. 

Pre-registration is recommended but we will also be taking walk ups the day of the event. Registration will open at 7:00am and the Fishing begins at 8:00 am and will end promptly at 11:00am. Prizes will be handed out at 11:30am and you must be present to accept your prize. 

Date & Time

Sat, May 20, 2023 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Venue Details

Lake Julian Park

37 Lake Julian Road
Arden, North Carolina 28704 Lake Julian Park
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