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$20,000 of prizes up for grabs at fishing event

2/21/2018

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REGISTRATIONS are now open for the inaugural Reel Wivenhoe Classic, a non-professional fishing competition on Wivenhoe Dam.
Somerset Regional Council has contracted Fishing Freshwater to manage the event which will be held on the 18-19 August at Captain Logan Campgrounds.
The competition caters for people of all ages and will be run on a catch, photograph and release basis.
Reel Wivenhoe Classic 2018


This event is run by Fishing Freshwater on behalf of Somerset Regional Council.



COMPETITION


The competition caters for people of all ages and will be run on a catch, photograph and release basis.


Lake Wivenhoe is the big Bass Lake of Australia holding the world record for the heaviest Australian Bass. The Reel Wivenhoe Classic 2018 will offer anglers the chance to get amongst the fish at Lake Wivenhoe while enjoying family friendly camping and a festival environment.




FAMILY FUN


Come along for a great weekend of family fun with free jumping castles, giant slide,
rock climbing, fireworks (Saturday night), kayak demonstrations/testing and live music. Food and raffles will be available for purchase.




CAMPING


Camping at Captain Logan Campgrounds is available from $10 per person/night.
  • Exclusive use of Captain Logan Campgrounds has been secured and camping will only be available to Reel Wivenhoe Classic entrants on the weekend.
  • Limited camping spots are available.
  • You will be issued an entrant number upon paying your entry fee and you will need this to book/access your camp site (no number = no permit, no permit = no camping).
  • Non-powered sites from $10 per person (other powered van/trailer access sites available are limited. First in best dressed).
  • Please select camping or non camping when purchasing your entry.
  • Wivenhoe Camping will confirm your booking.
  • You will receive your vehicle access permit when you arrive.


UP TO $20,000 IN PRIZES TO BE WON*


Prizes include boat/motor/trailer package, sounders, kayaks, fishing rods and reels, fishing tackle, camping equipment and a fishing charter. Remember, you have to be in it to win it! 
*Terms and conditions apply


REGISTER TODAY! (OPEN REGISTRATIONS FROM SATURDAY, 10 FEBRUARY 2018)

Phone 0419 031 182 for more information.
Like and follow us on facebook (link to https://www.facebook.com/ReelWivenhoeClassic/)




$5 dollars from every entry will be donated to Somerset and Wivenhoe Fish Stocking Association.
Lake Wivenhoe is the big Bass Lake of Australia holding the world record for the heaviest Australian Bass.


Somerset Mayor Graeme Lehmann said the Reel Wivenhoe Classic would offer anglers the chance to get among the fish at Lake Wivenhoe while enjoying family friendly camping and a festival environment.

"Come along for a great weekend of family fun with free jumping castles, giant slide, rock climbing, fireworks on the Saturday night, kayak demonstrations/testing and live music," Cr Lehmann said.

"We're encouraging Somerset residents to join in the festivities and entrants are being encouraged to bring their extended families along and enjoy a great long-weekend in Somerset.

"We are very excited to be hosting a fishing tournament on Wivenhoe Dam and showcase this fantastic spot to tourists.

"There is a lot of interest in this event when and with approximately $20,000 of prizes up for grabs we're confident of a huge turnout."

Entry fees for the competition are $50 for an adult (over 16), $25 for a child (under 16) and family or team registrations (up to three adults and unlimited children) is $100.

Register for the competition online at: fishingfreshwater.com.au

More infor : 
https://www.fishingfreshwater.com.au/the-reel-wivenhoe-classic 
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For more information on the event follow Reel Wivenhoe Classic on Facebook or phone event organisers, Fishing Freshwater on 0419031182.

This event is proudly funded by Somerset Regional Council with in-kind support from Seqwater.
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