Fishing

    Limited to 40 Athletes. 1-day tournament where the angler will fish from the bank and compete for individual and team awards. There will be a ten fish limit (anything with a gill) with a minimum length limit of 4 inches. The team competition will have the same limits.


    Each partner will weigh their heaviest fish up to 10 fish (anything with a gill). The angler may be assisted with casting and reeling should be based on tasks that they are not able to complete on their own. An angler may ask for a courtesy bump before fish are weighed without penalty. Weigh-ins will follow the rules and regulations of the PVA Bass Tournament Series, a tournament series sanctioned by B.A.S.S.

    In case of uneven teams, anglers with the highest weight on the team will weigh in with both partners, allowing them the opportunity to double place. There are no restrictions on length/type of poles, rods and reels if safety is not an issue. One rod and one reel with a maximum of 2 hooks or one artificial lure, factory built, with more than two hooks can be used. If a lure is deemed questionable, the bass official will decide
    if it can be used. Artificial and prepared bait can be used. Chumming is not allowed unless done by the bass lead official and for the benefit of all. A competitor must take lines out of the water and stop fishing. If away from his/her tackle 10 feet or more. Casting must be completed in a straight pattern.


    All anglers and volunteers can cast 11:00, 12:00, 1:00. Weather conditions may affect the flow in various directions. If this occurs the bass lead official will adjust the locations of the anglers. No electronic devices may be used.

    For 2026: Top three places are awarded for individual and team event medals. An award for biggest fish will also be presented.