2024 ARW HALIBUT TOURNAMENT - JUNE 1, 2024 (Final Results)

email my waiver and reg forms; will pay dues this weekend at the Handline MBF & Chill

Thanks for putting this event on again!

G-Whiz

check, and forms are in the mail!

UPDATE: 4/24/2024

Catching up with registration but the event is starting to fill up. We have a good line up of events for the day. We will be adding two seminars from 10-1 p.m. for those who want to partake in the festivities but don't have a kayak or just want to learn more about Kayak Fishing.

1) Halibut Fishing Seminar (TLA)
2) Kayak Fishing 101 MooMoo Outdoors and Drew

We will also be provided with Music from DJ Sonny V from the Frisco Crabber Guys. Looking to add a few additional vendors to get a more festive feel for the event. Been trying to build up this event over the years for something everyone can enjoy -- Fish or no Fish.

Hope you see you guys all there! --TLA

Looking forward to it. Its one of my favorite events to go to every year. Already signed up and paid for.

Check and form are in the mail, thanks for putting this together again!

Is there a decent/reasonable hotel near the ARW that my gear and kayak would survive the night? The kayak would be in the back of my truck, I could put a lock cable on it for the honest people. Should I look for a ground floor room and just unload everything?

Update: Monday May13, 2024

The tournament organizing is coming along very well. We have fun entertainment scheduled for the event. I have a commitment from SHULAND that they will be out to party with us on June 1, 2024!!

We look forward to seeing everyone at this event.

This is REMINDER that this is the LAST WEEK TO REGISTER and buy Merch before prices go up on Friday May 17, 2024.  Once capacity is reached for the event it will be CLOSED with a waiting list if those someone does not attend. 

I have put orders in for the awards and we got some good prizes and raffles ready.
Sign up soon and hope to see you there! --TLA

Is there a decent/reasonable hotel near the ARW that my gear and kayak would survive the night? The kayak would be in the back of my truck, I could put a lock cable on it for the honest people. Should I look for a ground floor room and just unload everything?

I don't know if sleeping in your truck is an option for your but that's what I do sometimes.

Is there a decent/reasonable hotel near the ARW that my gear and kayak would survive the night? The kayak would be in the back of my truck, I could put a lock cable on it for the honest people. Should I look for a ground floor room and just unload everything?

I don't know if sleeping in your truck is an option for your but that's what I do sometimes.

I have no issues sleeping in my truck, to be there early on Saturday. I was hoping to head over Friday morning and fish til the wind picks up, then get a hotel Friday night. I may have to look a little further out, for a hotel or campsite.

I booked a room in Walnut Creek at the Diablo Mountain Inn. They stated that they have had 1 theft in the last 10-15 years and I can take my kayak in the ground floor room, facing the parking lot.

 I plan to fish Friday morning prior to the tournament. Let me know if anyone else will be fishing the day before?

All Signed up!!! Looking forward to another great Derby. See you all there.....

UPDATE: May 30, 2024 READ IF YOU ARE COMING!

Registration:

We will have a full house again during the weekend and anticipate 90-100 participants with many more coming to fish or for the seminars. Additionally, we have been able to obtain overflow parking from the city of Alameda Parks and Recreations department.

Parking Map
https://thelostanchovy.com/2024-alameda-rock-wall-halibut-tournament/

This year the tournament will officially start at 7 a.m. and will be completed by 1 p.m. We have a robust event schedule through out the whole day for all those attending (Fishing, Hanging out, or Seminars)

I will arrive on site between 5:30-6 a.m. to set up. Registration will be from 6 a.m. - 7 a.m. in order to facilitate the inflow of contestants. Anglers are allowed to get on the water as soon as they are check in but no fish may be entered or retained before the 7 a.m. start time.

Raffle tickets will be $5 a piece. If people buy $20 worth will be given one extra ticket.

Who are we supporting this year!!

This year, the ARW tournament will be supporting "Kayak Fishing For Beginners," a non-profit organization dedicated to introducing marginalized and underprivileged groups to the joys and benefits of kayak fishing. They help children, veterans, and people with disabilities engage in and enjoy kayak fishing.

Event Agenda:

6 am - 7 am (Registration and Check in, and Traffic Control)
10 am- 12 pm (CCK Fishing Team Seminars)
12:30 pm (Start BBQ Preparations)
1-2 pm (Weigh in Fish and Measurements)
2:30-2:45 p.m. (Official Announcements of winners)
2:45-3:15pm (Disperse raffle tickets and Lunch)
3:15 (Raffle Announcements)
4 pm. (Close & Clean up)

  I'll be working on the house all weekend... Be safe out there Y'all!

I didn't sign up for the tournament (thought I would scope it out first), but I'll be there! Excited to see everyone!

Anybody  near  a bait shop  where  they  can pick  up some extra frozen  Herring  or Chovy?
Nothing  available  for  me within  30+ minutes? Otherwise  I'll try to jig some  up  or go with  lures.