Rules and Information


Deprecated: Required parameter $version follows optional parameter $options in /home/strat140/patriotsoftexas.org/wp-content/plugins/captainform/public/class-captainform-public-form-resource-loader.php on line 49

Rules and Information

MARCH 2020

PLEASE NO ALCOHOL ON BOATS DURING THE TOURNAMENT!

TIMES:

  • Check in will be from 6:00-7:00am, Saturday May 2nd at Papa’s On The Lake.
    • ALL CAPTAINS AND VETERANS MUST CHECK IN.
  • We ask that all captains be ready around the loading site at 7:15am sharp.
  • All Veterans must be in the boats with their assigned Captains by 7:30am.
  • Please do not take your Vets out to your place or out to eat during this event- we have made arrangements for all
    meals.

 

SAFETY/SUPPLIES:

  • Please abide by all state and federal boat safety regulations. Please practice good and courteous boating
    rules. Make sure boat and motor are in good and working shape prior to the event.
  • Boat captains are requested to provide all necessary rod and reels as well as tackle in case the Veterans/First
    Responders do not have access
  • Inform all members on board where life jackets, throw cushions, and fire extinguishers are stored.
    • Please make sure the life jackets are in good condition and have the proper amount for your team as well as a First
      Aid Kit.
  • Both Captains and Veterans will be given a swag bag containing water and snacks and will be provided both
    breakfast and lunch.
  • Additional non-alcoholic beverages such as water, Gatorades, and soft drinks are requested to have available
    if needed.

 

FISHING:

  • Please remember this is the day for the Vets- please be a good sport and have a great enjoyable time!
  • Categories we will be giving awards for is as follows:
  • Heaviest Stringer (Captain, Boat Crew, and Veterans/First Responders all eligible as a team)
  • Black Bass (Veteran/First Responder eligible only)
  • Hybrid (Veteran/First Responder eligible only)
  • Catfish (Veteran/First Responder eligible only)
  • Crappie (Veteran/First Responder eligible only)
  • Hard Luck (Veteran/First Responder eligible only)
  • Most Patriotic Boat
    *Jug Lines acceptable
  • ALL STATE AND FEDERAL WILDLIFE LAWS APPLY
  •  VALID FISHING LICENSE REQUIRED
  • FISHING TIME STARTS AT 7:30 AM-12:00PM, WEIGH IN IS FROM 12:00-12:45 SHARP, AWARDS TO FOLLOW

*Any final rulemaking/disputes will be determined by any Patriots of Texas’ official officers

  • Ammo not included, only allowed (No. 7 1/2, 8, 9 shot). Extra ammo will be available for purchase from Blackwood Gun Club.
  • Release forms will be located at the registration table and must be signed by each team member prior to shooting. Anyone planning on entering the designated shooting areas must sign a release form, this includes any spectators.
  • Any shooter under the age of 18 MUST have a parent/guardian release form to participate. Any shooter under the age of 15 MUST also have parent/guardian present on the course at all times.
  • Safety glasses and earplugs are required in all shooting areas.
  • Mulligans will not be individually sold, and only available in the purchase of a "SUPER TICKET." This includes 6 mulligans and one ticket entry towards a chance to win the grand prize raffle. The grand prize raffle item is TBD. The SUPER TICKET can be purchased at the time of registration or on site ONLY before the tournament begins. Mulligans can ONLY be redeemed at shooting stations.
  • Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams. Highest overall average for men's and women's will also be awarded.
  • NO alcohol allowed before or during the tournament. Consumption of alcoholic beverages will only be permitted in the pavilion area AFTER you are done shooting for the day. Once you are seen consuming an alcoholic beverage your shooting wrist band will be removed. There will not be any alcoholic beverages available for purchase.
  • The Patriots of Texas Organization reserves the right to refuse entry or cause withdrawal of any participant or team and/or alter or cancel any portion of this event, if conditions warrant. Team and/or sponsorship not guaranteed without payment.