Fisherman Friends Memorial Winter Flounder FREE FISHING FOR FLOUNDER, FAMILY FUN, AND PRIZES Sandy Hook, NJ – Fish for flat-out fun during Clean Ocean Action’s 15th Annual Memorial Flounder Tournament on Saturday, April 4, at legendary Bahrs Landing in Highlands, NJ. Continental breakfast and the “Blessing of the Waters Ceremony” at 9am. Weigh-in is from 3-5pm, followed by an Awards Ceremony and distribution of prizes. This fun-filled free fishing tournament celebrates a new fishing season at the Jersey Shore and honors Monmouth County’s John Murphy, local fishing legend, and Bob Hunter, ocean advocate and tournament founder. The purpose is to raise awareness about how citizens can make a difference and generate funds for Clean Ocean Action’s work to cleanup and protect the ocean. A $300 prize and coveted Flounder Trophy by artist Chuck Abel awaits the angler who catches the heaviest fish. Second prize is $150 and third prize is $75. Every child who weighs-in a fish receives a free gift. The recreational minimum size limit is 12 inches and the possession limit is ten. "Bahrs Landing is thrilled to continue to give back to the community by hosting Clean Ocean Action's Annual Flounder Tournament. Join us on this special day as we kick off a new fishing season and raise awareness of COA's efforts to protect and cleanup the ocean,” Jay Cosgrove. Register for free at www.CleanOceanAction.org or at the event. Registrants must be present at the event at 5pm to accept prizes. Anglers and non-anglers are invited to attend the day’s festivities and enjoy an auction of fishing gear and other goodies, door prizes, raffles, children’s games, and refreshments, including Bahrs Landing’s famous seafood chili and chowder |
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