5th Annual American Angler Surf Fishing Classic via L.B.I.

Coming up: The American Angler Classic Surf Fishing Tournament on April 26 on L.B.I., Don't miss out on a chance to win $500.00 cash! Free 4x4 access, phenomenal prizes for kids and adults, and a great day on the beaches of Long Beach Island. Thanks to our many fantastic sponsors, the annual spring classic has become one of the popular fishing events in NJ so early registration is recommended. This is a rain or shine event. No refunds. To register for the tournament, go below and use Paypal, Venmo or snal mail to American Angler, 1010 Treasure Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050.

Sponsors include: Fisherman's Headquarters, Century Rod/Advanced Fishing- USA, Toadfish, J.T.Brooks Tire Deflators, Papa's Plugs, Muller Insurance, Costa Delmar, Portarod, Shimano, Fisherman Magazine,  The Cornhole Guy NJ, Fisbites, X-Rack, Tica, Jingles bait and tackle, Garabedian Reality, Defio Jeep, Barnegat Bay Bait and Tackle, Performance Marine Solutions, Micheal Fiorettio esq,and many more.

1. Only the following fish exceeding the minimum length listed

below are eligible for entry:

Black Drum = 16+ inches, Bluefish = 14+ inches, Red Drum = Slot size between 18-27 inches, Kingfish = 10+ inches, Striped Bass = 28" or more (over 30.99 has to be released, Sundials = 10+ inches

NO BONUS TAGS!

Note: Minimum length for this tournament may differ from New Jersey saltwater regulations. Sharks, Skates, Sea- Robins and other species not above do not get scored! Refer to the current Marine Digest for saltwater fishing regulations.

2. Fishing starts 7am and ends at 1pm. Strictly enforced. No fishing prior to 7am.

3. Fish caught from any boat, surfboard or other floating device will not be eligible.

4. Fishing will be done anywhere in a designated area of the beach that is about 2 miles in area.

5. Terminal tackle will be limited to 2 hooks. A plug counts as 1 hook. Individuals are limited to 2 rods while fishing.

6. All kept fish will have a vertical cut in the tail by judges to show the fish has been measured, unless it is immediately released alive.

7. All fish MUST be measured where caught. Mobile Judges will be available for catch and release and fish will count.

8. Fish shall be measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail (tail swiped).

9. Fish will be scored once beyond minimum length is achieved to the nearest 1/4 inch. In case of a tie, a girth of the fish can be requested at the time of scoring. Largest girth will break a tie. If a second tie breaker is needed, first fish landed will be the winner of the tie breaker.

10. No oversize or undersize fish will be eligible for tournament prizes.

11. This is a rain or shine tournament. Registration fees are nonrefundable. Be prepared for foul weather.

12. No wading beyond your waist. This means if your waist 

gets wet from the surf in any way, back up! Judges will only give one warning for this. A second infraction will disqualify you from the tournament. This is a safety and insurance issue.

13. Participants may enter as many fish to be scored no matter what qualifying species. However, only the 3 largest fish in the two categories will be winners.

14. Only one prize per winner in categories. No combinations, 1st, 2nd or 3rd place combinations, etc. Adults cannot win any prizes in the kid’s category and Kids cannot win Prizes in Adult Category. Only exception is the women’s category. That can be combined. Any prizes not won will be returned to American Angler.

15. All rules, information and registration forms can also be found at www.americananglerus.com. Beach Master, Brian Sullivan: 201-912-5534 Questions: contact Carl Hartmann at cfishigotu@aol.com or 201-481-4390.

16. American Angler has the final decision on all matters related to this tournament.

17. Tournament rules, location, prizes and all matters related to this tournament subject to change for any reason.

18. Have fun, be safe, enjoy and good luck. This rule is required!