BentRod
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Post by BentRod on Jul 10, 2014 9:14:08 GMT -5
Thinking about the possibility of holding our very first tournament. This would be a catch, photo, and release style tournament held in the latter part of October or early November. It's not a definite yet, but I would like to get a feel for those that would be interested in competing in one to see if it's even worth our time. This would be an open tournament - open to anyone and everyone.
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Post by Gator on Jul 10, 2014 9:39:04 GMT -5
I took the not sure route. Only because of the time frame. That is the time of year that many of us like to be in the woods too. Would be interested otherwise. Heck my 20" fish wouldn't make much difference anyway.
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Post by johnr on Jul 10, 2014 9:42:12 GMT -5
I would be down for a late October tournament, say Oct 18/19, 25/26 or even Nov 1/2. Any later in Nov and I'd be out, baby is due 2nd week in Nov and I'd hate to be on the lake when she needs to go downtown.
Typically I'd be hunting this time of year, but with Sunday hunting this year I'll have the time to get in some fishing days too.
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Post by BentRod on Jul 10, 2014 12:38:55 GMT -5
Entry would be $50-60/boat with an optional $25 big fish side pot. Payout would be 100% unless we decide to build/buy measuring boards then we'd be looking at like 85% payout to cover the boards.
If it looks like we can get 15-20 boats or more, we'll see if we can make it happen and even look into some sponsor donations, etc.
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Post by craddockcreek on Jul 10, 2014 21:31:22 GMT -5
I'd do it although my entry fee should be considered a donation.
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Post by shadillac on Jul 10, 2014 23:51:45 GMT -5
I'd be in for sure!
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Post by 2 oars & a trash can on Jul 11, 2014 6:01:04 GMT -5
Maybe if it were 1/2 entry fee for non-motorized crafts.
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Post by Gator on Jul 11, 2014 9:08:40 GMT -5
Maybe if it were 1/2 entry fee for non-motorized crafts. Good point. Would there be multiple divisions? i.e kayak, artificial, live bait, youth, etc. |
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Post by mwardncsu on Jul 11, 2014 9:21:21 GMT -5
Maybe if it were 1/2 entry fee for non-motorized crafts. Good point. Would there be multiple divisions? i.e kayak, artificial, live bait, youth, etc. This ain't the Striper Club  One division - most likely a boat-based, two-fish, total length Catch-Photo-Release format. Split it up into half a dozen categories so that everyone can win and there is no point in doing it as there are not enough folks in any given category to have enough prize money to be interesting. Fall is a time where any fishing style can be successful and I'd argue guys in kayaks and small boats are not really disadvantaged either - heck, they may have a few advantages..... |
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Post by piper on Jul 11, 2014 9:45:01 GMT -5
Can we go artificial only on this? Considering many of you long timers have "spots" not sure this would be much fun using bait..but what do i know. Id be interested. |
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Post by piper on Jul 11, 2014 9:45:25 GMT -5
Oh...whose bringing the lie detector machine |
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Post by johnr on Jul 11, 2014 9:55:29 GMT -5
Good point. Would there be multiple divisions? i.e kayak, artificial, live bait, youth, etc. This ain't the Striper Club One division - most likely a boat-based, two-fish, total length Catch-Photo-Release format. Split it up into half a dozen categories so that everyone can win and there is no point in doing it as there are not enough folks in any given category to have enough prize money to be interesting. Fall is a time where any fishing style can be successful and I'd argue guys in kayaks and small boats are not really disadvantaged either - heck, they may have a few advantages..... AMEN!!! Bring your "A-Game", and may the best fisherman win. Like you said, fall is a time when almost anything will put a good fish in the boat. May the most skilled (or lucky) angler win!!!! |
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Post by Gator on Jul 11, 2014 10:41:28 GMT -5
I wasn't implying that it needed multiple divisions. In fact, would prefer only one. can't wait to catch a nice 20" or maybe a 21" fish in my clean boat.
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Post by mwardncsu on Jul 11, 2014 11:47:45 GMT -5
I wasn't implying that it needed multiple divisions. In fact, would prefer only one. can't wait to catch a nice 20" or maybe a 21" fish in my clean boat. but you have the bait tank now.... citations will be lining up to get a look at what it will hold |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 13, 2014 14:33:19 GMT -5
Fishing works my heart enough as it is. I couldn't handle throwing in a competition.
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One division - most likely a boat-based, two-fish, total length Catch-Photo-Release format. Split it up into half a dozen categories so that everyone can win and there is no point in doing it as there are not enough folks in any given category to have enough prize money to be interesting. Fall is a time where any fishing style can be successful and I'd argue guys in kayaks and small boats are not really disadvantaged either - heck, they may have a few advantages.....