The Schedule of Events

 

The Mandatory Captain’s Meeting

Friday, July 17th at 6:00 PM at the Lorain Harbor Boat Club, 108 Alabama Ave. One representative from each boat must attend to review official safety protocols, tournament rules, and pick up team materials.

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Tournament Day

Saturday, July 18th

• 6:00 AM: Lines in! Fishing begins.

• 12:00 PM: Lines out. All fishing must cease.

• 1:00 PM: Deadline to be in the weigh-in line at the Lorain Harbor Boat Club.

• 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Luncheon, raffles, and awards ceremony.

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The Rules of the Deck

Team Composition

• Anglers: Each team must consist of 1 to 4 women.

• The Crew: A maximum of 2 men are permitted per boat to serve as Captain and First Mate.

Roles and Responsibilities 

• We believe in teamwork, but the glory belongs to the ladies.

• What Men MAY Do: Navigate the vessel, rig equipment, set lines, and unhook the fish once they are landed.

• What Men MAY NOT Do: Men are not permitted to reel in or net any fish. To qualify for the weigh-in, every fish must be reeled in and netted by the women on the team.

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Launch & Harbor Locations

Participants are welcome to launch from any location within Lorain Harbor. If you are traveling from outside the area or looking for a new spot to drop in, we recommend the following popular launch sites:

• Hot Waters (Lorain Public Boat Launch)

• Oasis Marina at Port Lorain

• The Wharf

• Spitzer Lakeside Marina

Note: For a detailed view of the harbor and launch ramps, map to come. 

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Weigh-In & Awards

The excitement culminates at 1:00 PM at the Lorain Harbor Boat Club.

• The Catch: Each team will present their five (5) largest Walleye by weight.

• Requirements: All fish must meet State of Ohio DNR regulations (minimum 15 inches).

• The Tie-Breaker: In the event of a total weight tie, the winner will be determined by the weight of the team's largest single fish.

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Prizes

• Trophies: Commemorative awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place overall weight.

• Big Fish Cash Prize: A $1,000 payout for the heaviest single Walleye of the tournament.

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Inclement Weather Policy

The safety of our participants is our priority. A minimum of four hours of fishing time is required to complete the tournament. If fishing cannot begin by 8:00 AM due to weather, the tournament will be canceled; however, the After-Party and Luncheon will proceed as scheduled at 1:00 PM. Please note that all entry fees are donated to our beneficiaries, and no refunds will be issued.