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2009 Powderkegg Fishing
Tournament
Rules and Information
We are fishing this tournament on an honor system i.e.. No cheating!
No fishing from boats. Fishing from docks is ok.
You must keep all fish in your cooler or bucket. Ice will be provided.
There will be no combining of fish. Each person must keep their fish in their own cooler or bucket.
Your catch will be weighed at the end of the contest by the officially appointed judges.
After the tournament some of your catch may be confiscated for the fish fry. You may keep or give away the rest of your catch.
All species of fish may be caught and kept for the weigh-in.
You may use up to two poles per person and live or artificial bait.
Wading in to fish is permitted but swimming is prohibited.
In case of a tie, a flip of a coin will determine the winner.
Fishing will begin at 1:00 PM and end at 5:00 PM We will blow a horn to signal the official end of the tournament.
Some of you will be asked to help clean fish and help with the cooking and cleanup, etc..
There will be no vehicular traffic other from the main entrance gate to the parking area.
Bring your fish scale, suntan lotion, bug spray, hat, snacks and beverages. (BYOB)
Please put all trash in receptacles including fishing line and broken lures.
All fishing will end at 5:00 PM at the sounding of the horn. The fish fry will begin at 06:00 PM.
Fishing is allowed in all ponds. Please do not stray from the fishing areas.
BYOB and designated drivers.
Do Not try to kill snakes.
No Pets allowed-No pets allowed-No pets allowed!
Awards will be for the largest fish by weight and the most overall weight plus 2nd place for each.
Two children allowed with paying adult. Children must be supervised at all times. Children around fishing areas must wear life jackets at all times. Entry deadline is August 15th.
The menu includes fish (bass, bream, catfish and crappie), hushpuppies, French fries, cole slaw, corn on the cob and baked beans.