Once again, JCAA is running its Heavy Hitters Fluke Tournament for four days, August 3 - August 6. We realize that not everyone can fish two, three, or four days so to be fair to everyone, each boat will be limited to fishing only one day. However, each entrant will be able to choose the day they fish. We are hopeful that we will have nice weather on at least one of those days. We have made some significant adjustments to our rules. It is most important to read the rules pertaining to the doormat fluke category as the names the Captain and crew members must be provided to SCA promotions by 9 PM on 8/4. Of course, that is only for those who designate Saturday, 8/5 as their fishing day. There is no special entry fee for the doormat fluke category. We also lowered the entrance fee with hope that we will attract more participants. As we did last year, prizes will be based on the weight of the single largest fluke. We would prefer to use a 3 fluke total but did this because New Jersey only allows one fish over 18”, which means 3 different anglers would have to catch a larger fluke to be competitive. Also, some of our entrants fish with only one or two anglers. However, we will still have 1 fluke and 3 fluke Calcuttas for those who want to compete in that more skilled category. We will also have sea bass Calcuttas. We plan on paying out about 50% of the entrance fees minus the cost of the doormat fluke category insurance for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes.
JCAA has worked for recreational anglers on fishery and environmental issues in the past and will continue to do so in 2023 and beyond. In order to continue our work on these issues and better represent you, we need you to support our fundraising efforts. We are all volunteers who work tirelessly on the many issues that come up. We attend many meetings, participate in conference calls, write letters, make phone calls and meet with various key individuals in regard to many these issues. We need your help in ensuring the success of these important issues. We are one of the very few recreational saltwater advocacy groups that work exclusively for New Jersey anglers. As in past years, our fundraising efforts have a strong influence on our budget and what we can accomplish throughout the year. It costs money to send delegates to meetings, to meet with legislators, print newsletters, pay office expenses and fund day-to-day operations. Our finances were and continue to be negatively impacted by the pandemic. Please support us by entering our tournament and/or purchasing some of our Hi Roller Raffle Tickets. Thank you for your anticipated support!
