Try to catch the biggest catfish during the 1st Annual River Rat Catfish Tournament that will be held on the river in Grafton. Competition is 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. There will be food vendors and entertainment throughout both days.
TOURNAMENT RULES
1.Teams will consist of 2 - 4 members and will have a 6-rod limit.
2.In case of severe weather the tournament committee reserves the right to postpone or cancel and will refund all entry fees.
3.Tournament sign-up will be allowed up to 1 hour prior to the scheduled start.
4.The team captain/team representative must sign in prior to the start of the tournament.
5.Fishing will take place from 7am - 2 pm each day.
6.Teams must compete from a boat and remain in the boat during fishing hours.
7.Boats can be launched from any ramp on either side of the river, but participants must start from the Grafton Marina at 7am.
8.Fishing within 50 yards of a previously anchored boat or 100 yards within the Grafton Marina entrance will be strictly prohibited.
9.Only fish caught by rod and reel during tournament hours will be weighed.
10.All teams must comply with all federal and state laws.
11.Any legal, commercial or natural baits will be allowed, but there will be no chumming or fishing over baited holes.
12.All fish that are brought to the scale for weigh-in will be alive and in good health.
13.All weighed fish will consist only of Channel, Blue, and Flathead catfish.
14.Tournament fish limit is 6 fish per boat. Big Fish” will count towards the team’s total weight. Do not bring more than 6 fish to the weigh-in.
15.Fishing will be allowed on both the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers(Pool 26) and any of their tributaries or backwaters that are legally accessible by boat.
16.Any fighting, public intoxication/disorderly conduct or illegal catching of fish during tournament hours will result in automatic disqualification. No refunds will be given.
17.Any team receiving prize money will be possibly subject to a polygraph and will be required to sign a sworn affidavit.
18.Tournament participation is at your own risk. The Grafton Chamber of Commerce, its agent co-signs, and heirs assume no responsibility for accidents or boating violations.
We wish you Good Luck!
The Grafton Chamber of Commerce, City of Graftonand local businesses appreciate your participation in this year’s River Rat Catfish Classic and hope that you and your team members enjoy the hospitality that Grafton has to offer.
PRIZE MONEY
80% of money paid back based upon a $75.00 entry fee
Tournament payback schedule is 35% for 1st, 20% for 2nd, 15% for 3rd, 12% for 4th, 10% for 5th and 8% for 6th
Example A: 50 boats @ $75.00 = $3,750.00 x 80% = $3,000
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