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St. Lawrence International Jr. Carp Tournament

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Name: St. Lawrence International Jr. Carp Tournament
Date: July 18, 2024 - July 20, 2024
Event Description:
ST. LAWRENCE INTERNATIONAL JR. CARP TOURNAMENT
The 21st Annual St. Lawrence International Junior Carp Fishing Tournament, hosted by the Carp Anglers Group, will be held on July 18 - 20, 2024 with headquarters in Waddington, NY. This three-day Catch & Release Fishing Event will include two-days of fishing along a 30-mile stretch of the St. Lawrence River. Trophies and cash prizes are awarded to winners & runners up. The Carp Anglers Group will provide assistance for children throughout the 3-day event. 

Who is Eligible?
Participants must be ages 11 - 18 to register, and are eligible for trophies and cash prizes. Participants also qualify if:
  • You turn 11 years of age between July 18th and August 31st, 2024
  • You turn 19 years of age between July 1st and July 18th, 2024
(4) Age Divisions:
  • 11 - 14 Girls
  • 11 - 14 Boys
  • 15 - 18 Girls
  • 15 - 18 Boys
Awards:
Prizes are awarded in each of the (4) divisions, based on heaviest (4) carp caught. ** Note: The following values are based from 2023 prize packages, but SUBJECT TO CHANGE DEPENDENT OF NUMBER OF REGISTRANTS.
  • 1st Place- Trophy and $800*
  • 2nd Place- Trophy and $400*
  • 3rd Place- Trophy and $200*
  • Overall Grand Champion - an additional $1,000*
  • Riley Basford Memorial Sportsmanship Award
There is also a large variety of miscellaneous awards that vary from year to year including: first fish, last fish, smallest fish, biggest fish, good effort, and special catch.

Teams:
Participants all complete individually, however, may also be part of a team of 2, 3, or 4 people to qualify for team prizes.
  • 1st Place - Gold Medal
  • 2nd Place - Silver Medal
  • 3rd Place - Bronze Medal
Registration Participant Sponsorship Opportunities & Equipment Rentals
A limited amount of participant sponsorships are available for those who qualify and equipment is available for fist time participants who would like to 'give carp fishing a try' before renting or buying your own. Availability is on a first come, first serve basis. 

Volunteers, Sponsors, & Donations Opportunities
The Carp Anglers Group is looking for volunteers, sponsors, and donations.
For more information, contact: jrcarptournament@gmail.com.

Contacts
Event Organizers
  • Jo Ann Roberts: (315) 244-1909
  • Abby McNamara: (315) 244-8509
Logistics & Equipment
  • Bob Giordano: (315) 323-4632
Event Media:
Location:
St. Lawrence River, between Ogdensburg and Massena
Date/Time Information:

Thursday, July 18
2:00pm - 3:00pm: Registration at Madrid-Waddington Central School
3:00pm - 4:00pm: Opening Ceremonies (mandatory for all) at Madrid-Waddington Central School
4:30pm - 6:00pm: Carp School (mandatory for all 1st time participants)

Friday, July 19
6:00am - 7:00am: Report to designated town location to receive specific location and Peg #
7:00am - 12:00pm: Fishing, Fishing, Fishing!
12:00pm - 1:00pm: Mandatory Lunch Break (no fishing, no casting, no baiting)
1:00pm - 8:00pm: Fishing, Fishing, Fishing!

Saturday, July 20
6:00am - 7:00am: Report to designated town location to receive specific location and Peg #
7:00am - 12:00pm: Fishing, Fishing, Fishing!
12:00pm - 1:00pm: Mandatory Lunch Break (no fishing, no casting, no baiting)
1:00pm - 5:00pm: Fishing, Fishing, Fishing! (End of Tournament)
6:00pm - 7:00pm: Pizza Party at Madrid-Waddington Central School
7:00pm - 8:30pm: Closing Awards Ceremony with lots of special prizes!

Contact Information:
jrcarptournament@gmail.com
Fees/Admission:
$100 until July 4th
$125 after July 5st
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