Tillamook Bay May Day: after party & and after math

Got the raffle tickets today and I have a package in willcall  at Englund Marine & industrial in Astoria for the raffle ? ? ? ? ? ? I don't know what it is yet........ Post it up after I pick it up.

England marine donated a Coleman multi function light. $40 value

I just re-read through this thread but I'm still missing a couple of things:

1. What is the entry fee?

2. Can you put a map or Google Earth picture of the launch site? (And are we required to launch from there? - just curious)

EDIT: I see now that the launch is specified on the "Intel" map. Thanks.

1. What is the entry fee?

Says $25 up above...

-Sam

Thanks Sam yes $25 per person tandem is ok with both paddlers registered(Mr&Mrs redbeard). Launch and land at Old Mills Boat ramp (no longer in use for pb's) 3:30 weigh in potluck starts at 4:30ish awards and raffle will blend in to diner so we're not here late.

just out of curiosity, what is the backup plan if weather forces it?

I want to keep it simply so standard NWKA rules ,here is the rules for the guys that don't know....no power boats or assistance from one.. Tandems are ok as long as both occupants are registered to compete .. Only legal to retain fish will be weighed.... ALL ODFW  rules apply... Competitors are responsible for an Oregon fishing license as well as a invasive species permit.... You may only win ONE of the three classes for fish (let me know if that's not clear enough)... Launch and landing at Old Mill Rv Park... Pre registered guys can launch at 5:30 am IF YOU HAVE LIGHTS ...6:00 am launch.... 3:30 weigh in as long as your off the water by 3:30 we will weigh you in....
Flags NOT required but recommended (per the coast guard)...stay inside the bay , if you cross the bar your disqualified....if I missed something please let me know or ask away as I don't want to make it complicated ,just fun and beneficial for HOW.
Combined heaviest harvest per 3 categories :1 salmon.....2 all other fish....3 Dungeness crabs....

To clarify the placing and scoring... All of your fish will be weighed in three different categories... Salmon,all other fish,Dungeness crab.
The guy with the most weight in that single category wins first place for that category. We will have 3 first place ,second place ,and third place winners. You can only place in one category.

Required gear as followed: 1.proper immersion wear for Oregon waters in May.
2. PFD all competitors must wear a CG approved PFD while on the water as well as carry required sound device.

3. Have a vhf or fish with someone that does

All competitors must check in with me in the morning before hitting the water as well as check back in when you are off the water even if your not weighing in. All competitors will get a number based on what order your registration was relieved (#1 is already in)

I think this covers it?
$25 entry fee

Also the event made the local sports section in the headlight herald last wednesday. I will post va pic of it once I get my hands on a hard copy.

You will be asked to clarify what you want printed on the results sheet that WILL be put in the news paper after the event. Also keep in mind they don't dredge the area we are launching so it will be a narrow channel and may not be deep enough to put in a mirage drive till your at the point, but it's not a negative tide so we will have plenty of water

just out of curiosity, what is the backup plan if weather forces it?

To be announced but several option and input is as always ..... welcome......
1. Lake lytle trout and bass
2. Tide waters of one of the local rivers (as per being open for salmon)
3. Lost lake above spruce run campground trout

Prize list, will keep updated
1 set custom jigs from Yaktastic
1 custom built kayak cart from wobbler
2 custom chainsaw carvings from Mark Collett
1 hand carved ice age bone hook pendant from surforegon
2 hoodies from jetty fishery
1 each complete rental Certificate for surf , kayak rental Cleanline Surf
1 $40 hand blown glass ball from Ring of Fire
1 $25 gift card from Fred Meyer
2 $25 gift cards from Tackle Direct
1 $20 gift certificate from Trollers restaurant
1 $10 gift card from Parkside Cafe
1 $30 gift basket from Tillamook Cheese Factory
2 lunch certificates from Blue Herring Cheese Factory
2 pfd's from Gregs marine repair
24 cans 8oz hand cut tuna from Garibald Cannery $155 total value on the canned tuna
1 20pack of hand warmers (10 pair)
1 dri duck brand eagle print tee shirt
1 Rubbermaid 1 gallon thermal jug (thats a big beer jug)
1 light tackle bottom fishing trip by Garibaldi Charters
1 $20 gift certificate for food at The Ghost Hole Public House in Garibald
2 $20 gift certificates for food at Manzanita Lighthouse Pub-N-Grub
12 inch Kershaw from Cosmo
2 day stay at Chinook Bend cg & custom set of painted lures from Firefly51 (Rick)
1-$25 gift card from Costco Wholesale in Warreton

Swag=
Kayak Shed
Idaho Water Sports
Werner Paddles
Lancer Jigs
Konezone
Pro Cure

Member provided swag=
Hobie hats and other misc. from zeehawk
 
Miscellaneous support from Lingbanger & wobbler

Discounted camping and event building provided by Old Mill Rv Park
Camera boat provided by Big Tuna Marina
Event spot to run in The Headlight Herald paper
Shirt printing by Big Frog PDX

Thx for the clarifications! Much appreciated. Sorry I missed the price above.

For those of you on the fence about making this tournament, I would like to say it's not that expensive of an entry fee, it will be a good time , and most of all its for a good cause.
Keep in mind I don't have corporate backing on this event from a major player in the kayak, outdoors , or fishing arena. I can't put up a $700 FF or a $1500 boat as a prize and write it off as advertisement or business expenses. I can't give you a bag full of fishing supplies because nobody donated any. All I can say is IF this turns out to be a high participant event with no major sponsors,  I plan on using the numbers to push harder for bigger sponsors for next years event and all the years to follow. So what I'm hoping for is a high turn out to turn the heads of the kayak industry towards helping out more in the years to come as well as raise as much money as possible for HOW.

(2) $20 gift certificates & baby back ribs for the potluck from the Manzanita Lighthouse Pub-N-Grub

Here are some jigs I will be donating. 4 2oz and 1 3oz with assist hook.all clear coated with UV blast clear coat for some extra shine for old toothy down below.

Should be a great event. I'm donating one of my hand carved bone fish hook pendants. This one is carved from ice age bone. Neck cord is waxed with bees wax. Can be worn in and out of the water. Sells for $45.00. I have displays at both Cleanline surf shops, Seaside surf and ETC. down town Cannon Beach. Also at cannonbeachartz.com

This will be my first tournament to participate in.  Are there any do's and more importantly dont's that would be good to know before the day of?

Thanks and looking forward to it!