What is Matchfishing?

 

Matchfishing is an all-species fishing competition typically held on the banks of rivers, lakes, ponds, or reservoirs.

 

The rules are simple:

 

1.       One line in water at a time.

 

2.       No artificial bait.  Natural baits only ( ie. Worms, Corn, Bee-moths, Maggots, Leeches, Liver).  No fish or fish parts can be used as bait.

 

3.       All fish species count.

 

4.       Most total weight wins!

 

This simple format makes for exciting fishing.  Species which are ignored in most fishing competitions are welcomed in this event. (Such as catfish, bluegills, sunfish, crappie, carp, suckers)

 

Many inventive techniques for catching fish have also been developed in this sport including. 

·        Advanced Float(Bobber) fishing techniques

·        LONG Poles (up to 43ft in length)

·        LONG Rods (12ft to 25ft in length)

·        Speed Fishing Methods

·        Ultra Finesse Tactics

 

Men, Women, Juniors, Seniors, and Disabled are all welcome to participate.

 

 

If you want to learn more about this exciting sport, come watch an event or attend a teaching session.   You might just be a future national champion!