Official 2015 Oregon Rockfish Classic Announcment

somebody help me out here!!!.....still cannot register.  am i the only one who`s having problem with this??

I just tried and I don't have any issues with the site; I can get to the registration and all that. Maybe try a different device?

Hi guys,

Let's not propagate the madness.  I prefer to view Next as partners in this, and partners should talk openly and with respect.  I believe Next is trying to do right by all.  It may not seem that way, but if you're really fired up about it, volunteer to help with the planning next year.   

-Allen

What "madness" exactly are you referring to? Asking for a simple justification of the price increase? Asking for the "rules, waivers & boundary maps?" (PNW)

For my part, I'm a little confused to hear the message that ORC is: "... a weekend fishing and hanging out with everyone while supporting awesome causes." (Rawkfish) If that's the case then let's call it what it is: a charity BBQ with a raffle, and get on with it. We would avoid a lot of confusion.

Obviously people are passionate about this event.  I don't think anyone is intentionally trying to "fan the flames".  Change makes people ask questions.  More information and communication about the changes occurring to 2015 ORC should quiet things down. 

Speaking of change, this looks interesting.

There will be some new ways to win and some new goodies for anglers which we will outline as well.

Here's a suggestion on a possible "new ways to win".

Put some focus back on rockfish.  I think it's strange the species the event is named after has little to do with the top ten final standings.  What about greenling.  It's never going to be a player even though it's listed as one of the four target species for the contest.

The idea.  Keep ORC as a heaviest fish contest, but the first four places have to go to different species.  In this scenario 1st place would likely go to a cabby or ling, 2nd to a cabby or ling, 3rd would probably be a rockfish and 4th a greenling.  After 4th place go by heaviest fish any species.

Why?  It would open different strategies for doing well at ORC.  It would spread pressure around instead of on only the two largest species.  It would bring the rockfish back to some importance in the ORC.

FYI, I've started counting the number of ORC2015 complaint/gripe posts per user.    I think I'm going to use that list to find "volunteers" to run ORC2016.   

I'm not talking about volunteers to be captain of condiments at the pot luck, I'm talking about getting sponsors, filling our permits, obtaining the correct liability insurance, and dealing with the registrations, waivers, questions, concerns, etc...  There is a ton of work, responsibility, and liability with running a large tournament like this and it's actually a real PITA and can take a lot of the fun out of the tournament for those who have to run it. 

In fact, I mistakenly thought I could get a little bit of fishing in the year I co-ran this tournament.   I stuck around the launch for a couple hours to help with late registrations and finally paddled out around 8:30. When I came back in, just a few hours later to do the weigh in between noon and 3 pm (which I had announced I would do)  I had people bitching and moaning at me because I wasn't there to weigh their 2 lb black rockfish when they came in at 9:30 am.   

I'm personally very happy that Next Adventure is willing to take on all that for us while still getting a bunch of prizes from sponsors and giving the proceeds away to our preferred charities.   It sounds like communication between Next Adventure and NWKA could be improved and I'm guessing it probably will be for next year.  That is of course if we don't drive them away from doing it again first.

Brian

FYI, I've started counting the number of ORC2015 complaint/gripe posts per user.    I think I'm going to use that list to find "volunteers" to run ORC2016.   

So your message is "shut up and take what we give you" basically? Good to know.

The idea.  Keep ORC as a heaviest fish contest, but the first four places have to go to different species.  In this scenario 1st place would likely go to a cabby or ling, 2nd to a cabby or ling, 3rd would probably be a rockfish and 4th a greenling.  After 4th place go by heaviest fish any species.

I actually like this idea.

somebody help me out here!!!.....still cannot register.  am i the only one who`s having problem with this??

I will say it's not very intuitive...   this is how I registered..

I went to this page..
http://nextadventure.net/community/event/oregon-rockfish-classic

The form is weird, but after the description and schedule of events you'll see "Select the number of participants".  Below that is a pull down to actually select the number.   Defualt is "1", but if you have more you'll want to select a different number.

Below that is a very faint calendar.  You need to find July 11 and select it.   There are little arrows that let you change the month at the top of the calendar.

Once you select July 11, you'll see a "confirm selection" for the number of participants, the date, and the price.  Then you can select "Continue" and things proceed as normal from there regarding address and credit card entry.

Brian

As long as there is still winning a spot for single lightest fish caught...Im in.....Im gonna win that sucker again 

FYI, I've started counting the number of ORC2015 complaint/gripe posts per user.    I think I'm going to use that list to find "volunteers" to run ORC2016.   

So your message is "shut up and take what we give you" basically? Good to know.

No, that was more of a "put up or shut up".     It's slightly different, I was offering people with strong opinions a chance to help make things better next year.

I agree that communication between Next Adventure and NWKA could have been better, asking for clarification is good, and I think the communication is getting better.  I personally feel they are doing us a big favor by handling logistics and I had hoped that this thread would have had us thanking Next Adventure for their support rather than becoming a public gripe fest.

We are a bit past the point of format for this year's tournament, but I like the suggestion. We could get a discussion going for format ideas for next year.

I am going to go later this week and see if two towns cider house will sponsor and do a pony keg or keg. If they say yes, what kind would people want or suggest?

I'm a beer guy myself, but I don't mind going and try g to do this for people who arent.

I've had a blast at the last two ORC events, looking forward to this one and cleared my calendar for that weekend months ago.

I even went into Lincoln City and won their poker tournament at the casino the next day!

We should have a good part of the lost coast crew there again this year. Can't wait!

"Select the number of participants"

 not seeing this. have tried work puter too. do i need to register with and log on to next adventure web site??

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Oregon Rockfish Classic


When: Saturday, July 11th (see schedule of events below)
Where: Depoe Bay, OR
 
The 8th annual Oregon Rockfish Classic presented by Next Adventure will take place on July 11th 2015 at Depoe Bay, OR. Proudly the largest kayak fishing tournament in the Northwest, the ORC always creates a spirit of friendly competition and camaraderie for the kayak fishing community. With both new and continuing sponsors joining forces, this years ORC is shaping up to be the biggest and best yet. Your participation helps great causes: Neighbors for Kids, a Depoe Bay organization that provides safe activities and places for local children. And, Heroes on The Water Oregon and Northwest chapters, a national organization providing kayak fishing and relief trips for veterans.
 
This is a single heaviest fish tournament. All entries must be brought to shore and weighed in before 2PM at the weigh-in station on the day of the tournament. Targeted species for this tournament are lingcod, cabezon, rockfish, and greenling.
 
Schedule Of Events:
 Friday, July 10th at Chinook Bend Campground
 5:00pm: Check in Opens
 6:00pm: Heroes on the Water Benefit Dinner
 7:00pm: Mandatory* Captain’s Meeting
 
Saturday July 11th:
 5:00am: First Shuttle leaves for Depoe Bay
 5:30am: Weigh in/Check in opens
 6:00am: launch opens
 10:00am: Weigh in Opens
 2:00pm: Weigh in Closes
 6:00pm: Fish Fry
 7:00pm: Awards Ceremony
 

 
 

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this is all i am getting.

dampainter:

go to this link:

http://nextadventure.net/oregon-rockfish-classic.html

not working, never had this problem before. i`ll call the store to register. thanks to all for putting this on.