Otamarakau Sand-pit to Maraenui Pa Road
Major Sponsor: Whakatane Great Outdoors
Fantastic Category prizes and Spot prizes
Major Spot Prize: Ocean Kayak Prowler Ultra 4.3 package
Snapper: 1
st prize Uniden MH5050 VHF + Product2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th & Average Weight Prizes
SPONSORED BY
ESP TECHNOLOGIESKahawai: 1
st prize Uniden MH5050 VHF + Product2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th & Average Weight Prizes
SPONSORED BY
WHAKATANE GREAT OUTDOORSKingfish:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
WHAKATANE SPORTSWORLDTrevally:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
OPOTIKI BAIT AND TACKLEGurnard:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
ICEMANGrand Slam Prize and Overall Average weight
SPONSORED BY
OARIKI COASTAL COTTAGE AND WHAKATANE HUNTING AND FISHINGwww.whakatanegreatoutdoors.co.nz
Kayak Fishing Tournament
14
th January 20125:00am - 3:00pm
EBOP Kayak Fishing Club Kayak Fishing Tournament Rules
1. This event is open to human or sail assisted kayaks only. Any other type of watercraft or propulsion is
prohibited,
No ferrying of kayaks by other boats is permitted2.
Only Rods and Hand lines may be used. Only two hooks per rod or hand line, treble hooks only onartificial lures.
3.
All fish must be caught on the water from a kayak and transported to shore by kayak.4. The Tournament boundaries are to the East of Otamarakau Sand-pit and South of Maraenui Pa Road
including Ohiwa Harbour. All fishing must be done within the coastline of these boundaries only.
5. Tournament Registration will be from 5:45pm and safety briefing will be at 7:00pm on Friday the 13
th ofJanuary at the Whakatane Yacht Club.
All contestants must attend the Safety Briefing.6.
Fishing will be from 5:00am until 3:00pm on Saturday 14th of January 2012.7.
Weigh-in will open at 2:00pm at the Whakatane Yacht Club and any angler not in the weigh-in line by4:30pm will not have their fish weighed for the tournament.
8.
Fish not deemed to be in good fresh condition will be rejected from weighing by Weigh Master/Committee.
9. No angler shall weigh in more than two fish per species, all fish must comply with NZ Amateur Fishing
Regulations, and
NO under size fish will be accepted.10.
Fishing Categories.Eligible Species are as follows;
•
Snapper: 1st place Uniden MH5050 VHF + Product2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th & Average Weight
•
Kahawai: 1st place Uniden MH5050 VHF + Product2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th & Average Weight
•
Kingfish: 1st, 2nd & 3rd place•
Trevally: 1st, 2nd & 3rd place•
Gurnard: 1st, 2nd & 3rd place•
Grand Slam: This will be awarded to the angler who weighs in the most of the 5 eligiblespecies;
combined weight will be the final determining factor. Anglers will be able to weighin one Kingfish and two of each of the other eligible species.
•
Average weight for all fish caught:11. If two or more fish are of equal weight are weighed in then the first fish weighed will be deemed to be
the heaviest.
12. In the event of prizes not being awarded for any reason, they will be drawn. All prizes must be won,
there will be no cancellation of this event.
13. All matters on which these rules are silent shall be determined at the discretion of the Organizing
Committee.
14. The purchasing of an entry in the EBOP Kayak fishing Club Kayak fishing tournament constitutes
acceptance of the rules and regulations of the contest and participants agree to abide by the decision
of the Organizing Committee and agree to take part in the event at their own risk. No Correspondence
will be entered into.
15.
Entry Fee is $35 if entered by 16th of December 2011. Late entry is $45 up until 6:30pm Friday 13thof January. EBOP Kayak Fishing Club members entry is $25 by 16
th of December. Late entry forclub members is $35 up until 6:30pm Friday 13
th of January. Membership must be paid by 16th ofDecember.
16.
Early Bird Prize: White Island Tours - Trip for one on Peejay Tours to White IslandEarly Bird Prize will be drawn from all entries received by December 16
th 2011 and will be drawn at thesafety meeting.
17.
For Early Bird and all drawn or spot prizes, the contestant must be present at the prize draw tobe awarded the prize.
18.
EBOPKFC have the right to alter fishing boundaries.Safety Rules
1.
Solo fishing is discouraged. Contestants are advised to buddy up.2.
Every one will be required to place their launching site on the map at the Safety Briefing.3.
At least one form of electronic communication (cell phone or VHF radio) is to be carried byeach angler or group of anglers. These must be listed on your entry form. VHF channels to be
utilized for the contest will be advised at the safety briefing.
4.
It shall be the CONTESTANT’S responsibility to determine if the conditions at their launchingand fishing locations are safe for their personal abilities and kayak.
5.
All contestants shall be required to confirm and sign at the registration that they have thefollowing mandatory safety equipment in order to be eligible to fish the contest.
Mandatory Requirements for each Entrant.
•
Approved PFD/Life Jacket to be worn at all times on the water.•
Communications (Cell phone or VHF)•
Distress Whistle attached to PFD•
Tow line or anchor rope.•
Sit-in kayaks require hand bailer, paddle rescue float and sealed bulkheads or buoyancy bags bowand stern.
•
White Navigation light if going out before Daylight.Note:
These rules may be revised as deemed necessary by the organizing Committee.Contestants will be duly notified of any changes at safety briefing.
Sponsors:
Whakatane Great Outdoors -
Ocean Kayak Prowler Ultra 4.3 package, Kayaking and outdoor gear.Rebellion lures -
Semi soft lures, flasher rigs, trout tackle boxes.Whakatane Hunting And Fishing -
ProductWhite Island Tours -
Trip for one to White Island onboard PeeJay White Island ToursHart Marine WHK -
VHF Radio & ProductOariki Coastal Cottage, Maraenui -
Two nights for up to four people at Oariki Coastal Cottage.Opotiki Bait and Tackle -
Gift Voucher & ProductSports World Whakatane -
Fishing Product.Iceman Whakatane -
Gift Voucher & ProductWhakatane Mc Donald’s -
VouchersESP Technologies -
Fishing GearFrucor -
Drinks and shirtsNew Zealand Coast to Coast Fishing Magazine -
Magazine subscriptionsThe Local development agency TOI EDA -
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Phone………………………………………………. Mobile………………………………………………
Email……………………………………………….……………………………………………………….
VHF call sign…………………………………….....
Forum user name (optional)……………………………………………….
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Emergency contact person………………………………………………………………………………..
Contact number………………………………………………
I agree to take part in this event at my own risk; Sign………………………………… Date:…….…..
Entry Fee;
$35 entry fee - before 16
th December 2011$45 entry fee - after 16
th December 2011 up until 6:30pm 13th January 2012.For EBOP Kayak Club members deduct $10 off above fees.
(Membership fees must be paid by 16
th December 2011).Note: Payment and entry forms must be in by 16
th December to qualify for the early bird spot prize draw.Payment
Mail cheque and entry form to; Direct deposit to our Bank Account;
Whakatane Great Outdoors Name EBOP Kayak Fishing Club
PO Box 549 A/C # 02-0488-0055362-000
Whakatane
If Paid via Bank Deposit, please tick box
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Kayak Fishing Tournament
14
th January 2012Entry Form
Otamarakau Sand-pit to Maraenui Pa Road
Major Sponsor: Whakatane Great Outdoors
Fantastic Category prizes and Spot prizes
Major Spot Prize: Ocean Kayak Prowler Ultra 4.3
packageSnapper: 1
st prize Uniden MH5050 VHF + Product2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th & Average Weight Prizes
SPONSORED BY
ESP TECHNOLOGIESKahawai: 1
st prize Uniden MH5050 VHF + Product2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th & Average Weight Prizes
SPONSORED BY
WHAKATANE GREAT OUTDOORSKingfish:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
WHAKATANE SPORTSWORLDTrevally:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
OPOTIKI BAIT AND TACKLEGurnard:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
ICEMANGrand Slam Prize and Overall Average weight
SPONSORED BY
OARIKI COASTAL COTTAGE AND WHAKATANE HUNTING AND FISHINGENTER ONLINE
www.whakatanegreatoutdoors.co.nz
Kayak Fishing Tournament
14
th January 20125:00am - 3:00pm
Otamarakau Sand-pit to Maraenui Pa Road
Major Sponsor: Whakatane Great Outdoors
Fantastic Category prizes and Spot prizes
Major Spot Prize: Ocean Kayak Prowler Ultra 4.3
packageSnapper: 1
st prize Uniden MH5050 VHF + Product2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th & Average Weight Prizes
SPONSORED BY
ESP TECHNOLOGIESKahawai: 1
st prize Uniden MH5050 VHF + Product2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th & Average Weight Prizes
SPONSORED BY
WHAKATANE GREAT OUTDOORSKingfish:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
WHAKATANE SPORTSWORLDTrevally:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
OPOTIKI BAIT AND TACKLEGurnard:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
ICEMANGrand Slam Prize and Overall Average weight
SPONSORED BY
OARIKI COASTAL COTTAGE AND WHAKATANE HUNTING AND FISHINGENTER ONLINE
www.whakatanegreatoutdoors.co.nz
Kayak Fishing Tournament
14
th January 20125:00am - 3:00pm
Otamarakau Sand-pit to Maraenui Pa Road
Major Sponsor: Whakatane Great Outdoors
Fantastic Category prizes and Spot prizes
Major Spot Prize: Ocean Kayak Prowler Ultra 4.3
packageSnapper: 1
st prize Uniden MH5050 VHF + Product2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th & Average Weight Prizes
SPONSORED BY
ESP TECHNOLOGIESKahawai: 1
st prize Uniden MH5050 VHF + Product2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th & Average Weight Prizes
SPONSORED BY
WHAKATANE GREAT OUTDOORSKingfish:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
WHAKATANE SPORTSWORLDTrevally:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
OPOTIKI BAIT AND TACKLEGurnard:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
ICEMANGrand Slam Prize and Overall Average weight
SPONSORED BY
OARIKI COASTAL COTTAGE AND WHAKATANE HUNTING AND FISHINGENTER ONLINE
www.whakatanegreatoutdoors.co.nz
Kayak Fishing Tournament
14
th January 20125:00am - 3:00pm
Otamarakau Sand-pit to Maraenui Pa Road
Major Sponsor: Whakatane Great Outdoors
Fantastic Category prizes and Spot prizes
Major Spot Prize: Ocean Kayak Prowler Ultra 4.3
packageSnapper: 1
st prize Uniden MH5050 VHF + Product2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th & Average Weight Prizes
SPONSORED BY
ESP TECHNOLOGIESKahawai: 1
st prize Uniden MH5050 VHF + Product2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th & Average Weight Prizes
SPONSORED BY
WHAKATANE GREAT OUTDOORSKingfish:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
WHAKATANE SPORTSWORLDTrevally:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
OPOTIKI BAIT AND TACKLEGurnard:
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizeSPONSORED BY
ICEMANGrand Slam Prize and Overall Average weight
SPONSORED BY
OARIKI COASTAL COTTAGE AND WHAKATANE HUNTING AND FISHINGENTER ONLINE
www.whakatanegreatoutdoors.co.nz
Kayak Fishing Tournament
14
th January 20125:00am - 3:00pm
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