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If You Have Any Questions Not Answered Please Feel Free to Contact The Jacksonville Rodeo Director at: sokingfish@fishska.com or Phone 904/819-0360 Monday-Friday, 8am to 5pm through June 8th To contact tournament base call 386/801-3200 Thursday through Sunday during the tournament. |
Can I put my boat in the water anywhere along as it falls within the boundaries of the Jacksonville Fishing Rodeo?
Yes- Can I pick up my boat and transport it to another launch site?
Yes. However, remember that if you're transporting live fish and they die you will receive the 6 oz. penalty for specified species. - Why does everyone on the boat have to have a Rodeo Ticket?
In fairness to the rodeo and the spirit of competition, it wouldn't be fair to put two or three or more people fishing on a boat with the idea of one person weighing the team's catch. This is an angler tournament. Remember you can win more than one category. Some anglers or all winning anglers will be polygraphed if deemed necessary. - Can I fish at night?
Yes. You start fishing at 6am on Friday and can fish up until the time to run to the scales. But remember, there is a daily prize in each category for the big fish in each species each day. Plus each category has a different time to weigh in on Saturday to avoid long lines at the weigh station. You can also go back fishing after you have weighed a fish. The time you spend on the water is strictly up to you. You just have to adhere to the deadlines to weigh your fish. - Can I win more than category?
Absolutely! In the non-jackpot categories, you can win or place in as many species as are listed. However, an entrant may only win one prize in any single category. - If I fish in Georgia do I need a Florida fishing license?
Because you are weighing a fish in the State of Florida you must have a Florida Fishing License. We will not be checking licenses but there may be members of the Florida Fresh and Saltwater law enforcement agency on hand. If you fish in Georgia waters, you must first adhere to state regulations and when you come in Florida waters, you must adhere to Florida regulations. - Deadlines again please.
Friday: 10 am to 7 pm (all categories) Must be in line and/or off the boat.
Freshwater 4:00 pm Saturday & noon on Sunday.
Saltwater Rodeo 7:00 pm Saturday & 1:00 pm Sunday.
Jackpot Redfish 7:00 pm Friday & 5:00 pm Saturday.
Jackpot Kingfish 6:00 pm Saturday & 1:00 pm Sunday.
Remember … The Tournament site will be open on Friday from 10am until 7pm. In the Rodeo species there is a $250 daily big fish award. If you have a nice fish, bring it in and get on the board. Scales will open at 10am on Saturday and Sunday mornings. - What's to stop someone from catching a fish two or three days prior to the event?
That's why we have tory meters to check for freshness and why we have a biologist on hand to check any suspect fish. Our weigh master has been doing this for over thirty years. He is a pro. Tournament did caught a person who put lead into a largemouth bass then tried to weigh it. He was caught and now is in jail on fraud charges. - Can anyone who weighs an eligible fish in the tournament win the Contender boat, outboard motor, and Loadmaster trailer?
Yes! When you weigh your fish you will have a portion of your Rodeo Ticket you purchased torn off and deposited in a big drum. On Sunday after all awards are given out, one lucky person will have his ticket pulled from the drum and will be declared the winner. You must be present to win. The boat will be removed from the tournament site on Sunday night and will be available to the tournament random drawing winner on Monday at the offices of the Southern Kingfish Association, 15 Garnett Avenue, St. Augustine, Florida. 904-819-0360. The winner can take the prize boat home Sunday if he chooses. Remember, you should have insurance on the boat before you take it home. If you take the boat, the MSO will be signed over to you and at that point the boat is yours. At the end of the calendar year 2011 you will receive a 1099 IRS form for tax purposes. - What time are awards on Sunday?
We will be doing awards promptly at 5 pm on Sunday! - Where can I stay for the tournament?
The Jacksonville Hampton Inn is offering Special Rates for Rodeo participants.
Jacksonville Hampton Inn
1331 Prudential Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Phone: 904-396-7770
Fax: 904-396-8044
Special Rates available until June 3, 2011.
Call the Hotel Reservations Office directly at 904-396-7770 during business hours, and request the Jacksonville Fishing Rodeo group block rate.
