We had 33 boats to fish the first ever Twisted Cat Tournament. Despite a $100 increase in. Podcast September 16 17 The event is Saturday, March 5 from 7 a.m.. WOW. There are three divisions, Surf/Shore, Boat, and Kayak with separate prizes for each. ALTON For the second year, Alton is launching the Twisted Cat Outdoors Fishing Season with a tournament Saturday in the Riverbend. Capt. July 5 8 Rob didnt seem too excited and said, Get him in close and I will use the Boga grips., As we got the fish in closer it just kept feeling and acting bigger, continued Morris. Westbrook, CT They brought a 3-fish limit to the scales that weighed a whopping 143.77 pounds. AOY Series - Event 4 of 10, Night Stalkers Bass Club Tournament Series - Event 3 of 5, NEVBA Lake Memphremagog VETERANS' Tournaments, Fish Wednesday Night Trail - Series 1 - Event 8 of 9, Marine Village Cottages (Plattsburgh, NY), Lake View Lodge (formerly Holiday Harbor Motel), North Hero VT, TSE - Dillenbeck Bay 2-Day Tournament (trail) - Event 5 of 9, NEVBA Lake Champlain (St. Albans Bay) Points Series - 5 of 8, Rutland B.A.S.S. They put the big fish in the livewell and continued to fish for another 20 minutes before deciding to run over to a grain elevator hoping to catch and cull a couple more before time ran out. Copyrights 2019 CatfishNOW. Jul 29 Aug 4 This area is the best. We slowed the boat down to .3 to .5 mph and still no strikes. enter the 2023 Busch Light Summer Classic Sweepstakes! Let us know what you think and dont hesitate to rate the event if you attended one. My Little Buddys Boat is a registered charity and donates all the proceeds to local special education schools specialized in autism learning and care. Gabes Got This is a charitable organization founded to assist families with the high cost of medical bills not covered by insurance. Capt. Big Boat and kayak divisions as always. John Garland | Catfish Conference Speaker 2022, New Exhibitor Application | Catfish Conference 2022, Returning Exhibitor Application | Catfish Conference 2022, CatCon Kansas City, MO | Nov 19 & 20, 2021, Yellowstone Challenge Catfish Tournament Montana Catfish Association May 8th, 2021, SeaArk Catfish Tournament SeaArk Boats April 23, 2021. The skies were still cloudy from recent rains but further precipitation had been taken out of the forecast by launch time. Fifty-three teams traveled from several states to New Madrid, MO to fish the Twisted Cat event on October 1, 2022. The livewell check and launch took place out of Red Star Access beginning at 5:30 on July 18, 2021. 7th Place Charles Blair & Doug Vaughan 69.81 lbs. The Mississippi River normally produces some nice fish and it did not disappoint. Montauk Harbor, NY Copyright 2023 On The Water, LLC. $25.00 gift certificate per event. Other Winners 2nd Place Brad Stout, Andy Needham & Ty Needham 102.44 lbs, 3rd Place Steve Moore, Adam Moore & Nate Moore 89.37 lbs, 4th Place Bradley & Rachel Monnig & Briar Hoffman 82.58 lbs. Aug 16 19 April 17 Nine minutes later another rod goes down with our 3rd fish driving our total weight to 143.77 pounds., It just goes to show you that when you are down you cant quit, concluded Burton. Twisted Whiskerz will be hosting a Catfish tournament on the Ohio River out of Marietta, Ohio. Subscribe to OL+ for our best feature stories and photography. As an American Catfishing Association (ACA) Tournament Alliance Member, participating ACA member anglers enjoy many benefits, including a chance at winning the 2022 SeaArk giveaway boat. 58. They included Big Cat Fever, Monster Rod Holders, Boss Kat Hooks, River Rats Reel Repair, Slime Line, Foley Spoons, and Dry Creek Marine, Decatur AL. Carp, Catfish, Lake Trout, Landlocked Salmon, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout, Sheepshead, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, Yellow Perch Event. This 800-word summary offers an in-depth look at the history, reputation, past events, and relevant information surrounding the organizations flagship catfishing tournament. Community of anglers from all over sharing tips and techniques on chasing our whiskered friends. June 24 The Twisted Cat Outdoor fishing series held its fifth annual cat fishing tournament Saturday at Red. Despite a $100 increase in registration cost, this year's tournament has almost as many entries already registered. Funds raised by the tournament go towards educational scholarships for deserving individuals and giving charitable donations to those in need. July 16-23 Not rookie angler Ive been at this a long time. adroll_currency = "USD"; The winners were awarded based on the total weight of the three combined fish. Les Thompson Jr. & Trenton Thompson on. A resident and their dog were attacked and bitten by a rabid gray fox in Ticonderoga on Tuesday . Now in its 32nd year the MidAtlantic has truly been a one-of-a-kind experience that continues to create memories to last a lifetime for all participants. So when I hooked up I thought it felt like a good one but it wasnt a thumb burner like you would think. Entry fee $250 per boat. as well as non-cash prizes. Striper Cup regular competitors, Their next tournament will be out of Canton, MO on September 4, 2021. The winning team, made up of Jake Nalley and Scott Linton, had a limit of three big blues that totaled 188.80 pounds. Pete Alex and his Vision Quest team won the Pro Division of the tournament last weekend. Those (lake) tactics dont work. 8th Place Clay Cannon & Austin Cunningham 67.76 lbs. That shows you this area is absolutely some of the best catfishing in the country, and [possibly] the world.. I dont know!. So we anchored fished all day. Nantucket, MA For more information please contact Taylor Ingraham by email at tayloringraham@tightlined.com. Hempstead, NY Year 8 of Tog-Tober is here and the if the fishing is anything like last year we are in for an action packed tournament! Alex Nagy does a great job. Unhooked fishing travels to Lake of the Ozarks to fish the Twisted Cat Outdoors tournament. April 21, 2006. They continued to mark fish but the fish werent having a thing to do with their baits so they changed their strategy. Egg Harbor Township Elks Lodge 2563 and Somers Point AMVETS Post 911 are again combining their efforts. Laconia, NH Vernon, IN - Ohio & Wabash River The team began bumping at about 1.0 to 1.2 mph. Join NSRWA for a fun weekend of fishing! Keep an eye out at blackhalloutfitters.com for all the details. I cant wait to come back here in September for the Alton (Catfish) Classic, he said. That took 2nd biggest cat and won a new Blackhorse Custom Rod. Hull, MA to Race Point, MA So, theyre spending money in the city and supporting the city.. "The anglers are really learning a lot about how to keep their fish alive," said Linton. The high water was kind of weird, added Cress. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. As a first-class tuna tournament, the Casco Bay Classic Sportfishing Tournament combines highly-skilled anglers from all over the northeast in a contest of competition, comradery and fun. Their bag included the Second Big Fish at 77.68 pounds. Proceeds benefit the Berkeley Striper Club Fisheries Defense Fund. Remember there is no charge. Because the tournament is a catch-and-release, they've also improved how they keep their trophies healthy through the tournament weigh-in. The fishing tournament is open to all and youth participation is encouraged. At 7:45am we will hold a pre-tournament meeting and release to fish at 8:00am. This year's Brutus Tournament will feature over $2000 in cash prizes (including $1000 for 1st!) More and more anglers get involved in the sport of catfishing, Nagy said. The Cape May Marlin Tournament puts our region on the map as a must-do event for Marlin fishing enthusiasts. Along with their prime locations, each port has first class accommodations and offers distinct amenities for participants to enjoy while dockside. "This is still an amateur series and sport, and its growing bigger and better., Newsletters: Get local news delivered directly to you. "I think I learn more from not catching fish and struggling," Nalley said. Their heaviest fish was a 90.89-pounder. Thx Greg W. Hello. This weigh-in was one of the best Ive ever seen, Nagy said. Junior Angler prizes will not include cash. He said they used four different baits throughout the day, but fresh shad was their top producer. On Saturday, at the season-opener of the Twisted Cat Fishing Tournament in Alton, Nagy said the crowd was among the best turnouts hes had for the series' tournaments, now in its eighth year. Finally, I gained about 30 feet on him and told dad to get ready with the net., All this time Bill is asking, How big is it? John Garland | Catfish Conference Speaker 2022, New Exhibitor Application | Catfish Conference 2022, Returning Exhibitor Application | Catfish Conference 2022, CatCon Kansas City, MO | Nov 19 & 20, 2021, Yellowstone Challenge Catfish Tournament Montana Catfish Association May 8th, 2021, SeaArk Catfish Tournament SeaArk Boats April 23, 2021. It took more than 140 pounds to win. Just $1 per month , Eight different teams had three-catfish limits weighing over 100 pounds, with the winning boat bringing in nearly 200 pounds of fish, By Ron DeBrock is a 40-year journalist who has led publications in Illinois, Arkansas and Missouri. The team went back to fishing and later tallied a tournament total weight of 82.58 pounds to finish in 4th place overall. July 14-22 Let us know what you think and dont hesitate to rate the event if you attended one. I have an 8 year old boy that loves fishing and would be very interested in getting in a fishing tournament. Required fields are marked *. Stay tuned for upcoming tourney announcements! Then, at the same time, we both say, that fish is way bigger than 40. When we got the fish in the boat it just seemed to be getting bigger.. Their payout for finishing in first place was $5,500. Visit their website for registrations. The team was fishing in about 40 to 50 feet of water. Their bag included Big Fish of the tournament at a weight of 80.70 pounds. Its hard to describe and I cant pick it out by looking at the water or depth finder but I know it when I feel it.. TBD There are contests for just about every species that swims in our waters, with tournaments lasting a single day, a week or even the entire season. It was their biggest fish of the day at 77 pounds. For generations, the Winni Derby has been providing family-friendly traditions of tournament fishing. When dad was idling back from bait fishing he ran across a really big drop from 28 to 45 feet. TBD "Not many tournaments are weighing that many fish consistently.". Nagy said the confluences of the Mississippi, Missouri and Illinois Rivers along with the Melvin Price Locks and Dam and the Chain of Rocks area generates a lot of interest by anglers in the Alton area. Linton runs a slick stick fishing rod company in Carlyle. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. ALTON - Competitive fishing returns to Alton this weekend as the Twisted Catfish Outdoors Fishing Season kicks off with an Alton-based tournament. July 4 Bob McNally Tournament boundaries are all NJ State waters. There were 61 boats and 144 anglers. Monster Rod Holders 4 Rod holders w/ fastener brackets for this event and continual support. AOY Series - Event 8 of 10, Southern Vermont Bass Series 2023 - Event 10 of 11, Central Vermont Bass Series - Event 8 of 8, Berkshire Bass - Lake Champlain 2-Day Tournament, TSE - Lake Fairlee Tournament (trail) - Event 7 of 9, Night Stalkers Bass Club Tournament Series - Event 4 of 5 (2 days), Springfield Lions Club Fishing Tournament, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Fish Wednesday Night Trail - Series 2 - Event 5 of 9, American Bass Anglers - September 2-day tournament, Rutland B.A.S.S. ); check-in at Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge, NEVBA Lake Memphremagog (Whipple Point) Points Series - 3 of 8, Southern Vermont Bass Series 2023 - Event 5 of 11, Central Vermont Bass Series - Event 2 of 8, TSE - Hortonia Lake Tournament (trail) - Event 2 of 9, Lake St. Catherine Conservation Fund 2023, Brown_Bullhead, Brown Trout, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Fish Wednesday Night Trail - Series 1 - Event 3 of 9, Bluegill, Chain Pickerel, Largemouth Bass, Pumpkinseed, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Fish Wednesday Night Trail - Series 1 - Event 4 of 9, Rutland B.A.S.S. 5th Place Bryan Norsworthy & Terry Rogers 78.91 lbs. He told the local paper that it was one of the best showings hes had with the tournament series. Thank You. Block Island, RI You really have to fish a bank to see what the current is doing and pay attention to how your bait is moving. How to become a Pro-Staff Angler in 2021? The fight was on! Anglers in 45 boats brought fish to the weigh-in, and eight of the teams had three-catfish limits weighing more than 100 pounds, according to the Alton Telegraph. Join the Blackhall Outfitters crew after the weigh-in for a BBQ and awards ceremony complete with entertainment! June 21 25 The entry fee is $40.00 per angler and fishing may be done from boat, pier, or beach. "It makes you think harder, look more places.". Any information would be helpful. document.write(new Date().getFullYear()); (KFVS) - The Twisted Cat Outdoors fishing series stopped in off in Cape Girardeau today and brought with it more than 60 angler teams with a mission to find the biggest catfish in the Mississippi River. About Us Representing nine different states, 67 boats of one- to three-angler teams chased heavyweight cats this past Saturday. MISTY McFARLIN sat spread-legged on the muddy floor of the Arkansas River, head just above water, hands searching a small . The Spring Sea Run Opener is all about getting back outside and enjoying the best of what Nantucket has to offer while raising money for a local nonprofit organization. State of Vermont. They also landed an 88-pound blue catfish. From the fishing to the dockside hospitality, there is something for everyone to enjoy during this event. You didnt want to be in current thats too fast or too slow. The entry fee is $40.00 per angler and fishing may be done from boat, pier, or beach. July 15 Watch out for this team! This is your chance to compete with marlin anglers across the region. We had trolling motor issues off the bat, reported Hoffman. AOY Series - Event 3 of 10, Fish Wednesday Night Trail - Series 1 - Event 6 of 9, Green Water Wizards Two Day Memorial Tournament, Southern Vermont Bass Series 2023 - Event 7 of 11, NEVBA Lake Champlain (Chimney Point) Open 2 of 4, TSE - Larrabees Point Tournament (trail) - Event 4 of 9, Central Vermont Bass Series - Event 4 of 8, Fish Wednesday Night Trail - Series 1 - Event 7 of 9, Rutland B.A.S.S. Cape May, NJ Rachael Monnig was on the rod when the big blue bit a skipjack head. Casco Bay Classic Sportfishing Tournament, Seekonk Lions Clubs Tenth Annual Doug Allan Memorial Fishing Tournament, Fishing for the Mission 22: Spring Fling Black Sea Bass Family Fishing Tournament, E.J. Participation is not only limited to fishing. AOY Series - Event 5 of 10, Aug 5th - Benson Landing; Aug 6th - Chimney Point, Fish Wednesday Night Trail - Series 1 - Event 9 of 9, Rutland B.A.S.S. The safety meeting will be held at the ramp at 7 am. We weighed 111 fish that totaled 1766.93 pounds. This tournament is limited to 150 boats competing for a purse of $50,000 broken into various prizes, including womens and junior divisions. CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. "Theres so much going on there," he said, also noting the fall successes of the Alton Catfish Classic. Since its inception, Twisted Cat Outdoors has organized numerous catfishing tournaments across various locations in the United States, including the Mississippi River, the Ohio River, and other major waterways. Pete Alex of Vision Quest won his second Niagara County Pro-Am tournament in the Professional Division with a two-day score of 346 points based on 10 points per fish and a point per pound to narrowly beat out the Wet Net crew led by Capt. We found our fish in current seams, reported BnM Poles prostaffer Cress who was fishing his first Twisted Cat event. The Little Big Fishing Tournament is a one-day fundraising tournament to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cape Cod and the Islands (BBBS). Twisted Cat Outdoors | Cape Girardeau, MO, Catfishing Tournament Cape Girardeau This catfish fishing tournament is organized by Twisted Cat Outdoors, under the direction of Alex Nagy. "You dont win any money.". Twisted Cat Outdoors owner and tournament director Alex Nagy was more than impressed with the turnout last weekend. Funds raised by the tournament go towards educational scholarships for deserving individuals and important Bluefin tuna research. Founded by avid fishermen, Twisted Cat Outdoors seeks to promote the sport of catfishing and create a supportive community for enthusiasts. August 26 27 Sixty-one teams traveled from several states to Cape Girardeau, MO to fish the Twisted Cat Outdoors tournament trail event. The winning team of Jake Nalley and Scott Linton had a combined weight of 188.80 pounds, which included a 90.89-pound blue catfish that Nalley reeled in to claim honors for the biggest catch of the day. This year all of those registration fees will be returned to winners, with contest organizers keeping nothing for their efforts. 27050 S.R. Copyright As the sport of catfishing catches on with more and more anglers it seems only natural that there should be a Catfish Conference. Seaside park, NJ All of the cats brought to the weigh-in were blues, except for one smaller flathead, and all fish were released alive back into the river. They brought a total weight of 129.31 pounds to the scales to claim the second spot. "We really struggled (when) we went to the river," he said. More prizes, more sponsors, and more perks just for signing up! For additional information on either of these events, please feel free to contact David Urban, Tournament Director, 781-389-2544 or Joe DiGirolamo, MWYC Commodore, 781-706-0807. The tournament start date is open-ended and will begin when the first sea-run striped bass has been landed by a tournament participant. Hyannis, MA Visit our. It was the only bite they had until about 12:50 pm. Last year's inaugural Twisted Cat contest saw three fish weighing more than 90 pounds, Nagy said. From Sandy Hook, NJ to Virginia Beach, VA all are welcome to join in on the action. Would it be possible to promote our Montauk Grand Slam Charity Fishing tournament on your website? Teams were allowed to submit three fish they caught Saturday morning and afternoon. There are giant catfish aplenty on the Mississippi River in Illinois. Tournament participants compete for largest bluefish and largest bass. The fishing derby will be held on the ocean around Lynns beautiful harbor and culminating at the Blossom Street ferry site where there will be a fish weigh-in, followed by a cook-out. Somers Point, NJ Fishing equipment is awarded to winners who catch the largest fish in each species category. Fishing ended at 3:30 when the anglers returned to Red Star Access where they could weigh a 3 fish limit with all state and federal laws observed. For more information on Twisted Cat Outdoors visit their website or follow them on Facebook. On an online broadcast last week, Alex Nagy of Twisted Cat Outdoors said the Alton area is well-liked by anglers, and well-known for monster catfish. The Mississippi River normally produces some nice fish and it did not disappoint. AOY Series - Event 6 of 10, Southern Vermont Bass Series 2023 - Event 8 of 11, Massachusetts Bass Federation State Championship, Albany Area Bassmasters Ticonderoga/Rouses Point Series - Event 4 of 4, Central Vermont Bass Series - Event 5 of 8, Champlain Bass Series - Ticonderoga Tournament, New Hampshire Bass Federation Summer Open, Fish Wednesday Night Trail - Series 2 - Event 1 of 9, NEVBA Lake Memphremagog (Whipple Point) Points Series - 6 of 8, Southern Vermont Bass Series 2023 - Event 9 of 11, Rutland B.A.S.S. Real time results will be available. There is also a High School Team category! A photo of the fish with the regulation measuring device will be uploaded to the tournament smart phone app. August 20 25 Events SeaArk Catfish Tournament - SeaArk Boats - April 23, 2021 The Catfish Conference Team (creator of the largest event dedicated to Catfish and Crappie Fishing in the Nation) is pleased to present this top tournament trails in the Nation and select other noteworthy shows. (Tom Stolze Photo) Jimmy Burton, John Troutt, and Mike Mitchell bumped and anchored their way to the win at the Twisted Cats event in New Madrid. We look forward to hosting the SFC once again this year and expect to build on 2022s turnout, fun and camaraderie among the brands offered by South Jersey Yacht Sales and many more! Jaxtimer Builder, Inc. 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Sports & Recreation Venue. TOURNAMENTS Opening Dates for Tournament Sign Ups! See more . Some key guidelines include: Its all about Catfish. Both Linton and Nalley said they learned a lot from other competitive anglers and from bad days with no fish. July 22-23 Only channel catfish, white catfish, and bullheads will be counted and fishing from both shore and boat are allowed.

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