Monday, March 21, 2016

TAMAQUA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL TROUT DERBY 2016

TAMAQUA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL TROUT DERBY 2016

APRIL 23, 2016 AT 10:00AM THROUGH JUNE 20, 2016 AT 5:00PM

LITTLE SCHUYLKILL RIVER, TAMAQUA

ENTRY FEE: $10.00 per angler – MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED

GRAND PRIZE: 3 day 2 night stay at Caiger’s Resort, 1000 Islands, Canada

OTHER PRIZES TO BE ANNOUNCED

DETAILS:

This contest is open to all anglers under 16 years old, and any anglers 16 years old and older in possession of a valid Pennsylvania fishing license and trout stamp.

Tagged fish will determine prize. Entry fee $10.00 per angler.

Registration and information is available at the Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce office, and Tom’s Auto & Marine, 250 S Greenwood St. Tamaqua, Pa. 18252.

Pre-registration may be made prior to the derby date and up until 10am the day of the derby (April 23, 2016). Registration will also be available across from All American Jeep at the north end of Tamaqua along route 309, the day of the derby.

Each participant must be pre-registered to enter the derby. All trout must be legally and fairly caught.

Any evidence of tampering with the fish or violation of the rules will result in disqualification.

All anglers must comply with the laws set forth by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.

Sponsors will not be responsible for accidents or injuries.

Eligibility of trout in question will be at the discretion of the derby judges. Their decision will be final.

Derby dates-Starting date April 23, 2016 10 am. Ending date- June 20, 2016 5pm. All fish must be presented for awards by June 20, 2016 5pm.