"THE DIXON CARP THING" FAMILY CARP DERBY

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"THE DIXON CARP THING", Family Carp Derby

I have been trying for several years to resurect the Dixon Carp Derby and here it is. I apologize for the lack of flair this post has but don't worry, we are saving the best for the event, and look for alot to happen between now and the end of August. My idea has always been to make the local events more carp friendly, and this event should be pretty good. Anyone wanting to help CAG spread it's doctrine should get in touch with me. Although this is an event I am managing personaly, CAG will have a presence with a booth and members acting as stewards and officials if they would like too, and the pro event will require you be a member. Hopefully the event will bring people to fish a great body of water,the Rock River and experience a real part of Illinois History,Dixon Illinois. With the rebuilding of the River Walk, the town is looking forward to embracing all who come. So put on your calender and let the kids know!!!

WHAT:

A two day catch and release carp Derby for everyone. There will be prizes for both boys and girls catagories, and also prizes and cash for the top 10-20 biggest carp caught. Will have room for up to 450 people. This in not a pegged event so play nice.

WHEN:

Saturday August 28th from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and again on Sunday 29th from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.

WHERE:

Both the north and south sides of the River along the downtown riverfront parks below the Dixon Dam.

HOW MUCH:

$12.00 for adults, $5.00 for kids 13 and under (participants entered as kids will only be elegable for kids prizes)

HOW CAN I ENTER:

Northern Illinois bait shops in the thext few weeks will have entrys, Wacker Baits has offered to set up internet sign-up on their site (give us a couple of weeks), You can register the days before or morning of at the event location. And some Illinois fishing magazines will have sign-ups in the August issues.

WHAT COULD I WIN!!!

Right now there is $1,000 in cash sponsored by DIXON TOURISM, and The CITY OF DIXON. And hundreds of dollars in tackle prizes. And kids prizes gallore. The current prize totals are BEFORE anyone has entered. As entry's come in and more sponsors get involved we will post the new totals.........KEEP CHECKING BACK!!!!!

WHAT IF I WANT SOMETHING BIGGER!!!!

At the same time this event takes place, a two man team event will be taking place above the Dixon Dam at a place yet to be disclosed. CASH prizes will be in the THOUSANDS of $$$$$$. And this overnight event will be top 6 or 8 fish total weights. Look for the other thread to be started soon.

WHERE IS DIXON?

It in about 90 miles west, southwest of Chicago Illinois. ( about 1 1/2 to 2 hours from most of Chicago land, 45 min, from Rockford. There is ample motel and hotel space as well as camping near by. I will try to get Derby discounts and post them as I have them to post.

CAN I HELP?

YES!! pm me. Roving weigh stewards, judges, helpers (for the less skilled) and Membership drive personel for the CAG booth would be great. I have some ideas on how to thank those who help, but let me know your ideas if you volenteer.

SPONSORS:

This is a family event that in the past has had hundreds of participants each year, its a good place to be seen, a great group of potential customers, and local enough that you don't need to be just a tackle company. And any help in prizes or as stewards would be great!!!

FOOD?

Ohh!! Yeah!! Lots of good places to eat, and hopefully some roving food vendors at the event.

AWARDS:

Will share a short ceremony with the pro event after the 2:00 closing. Location will be at the River Front Pagoda at 3:00pm

RULES:

1) This event is catch and release and all fish must be released.

2) Only common, mirror, and leather skin carp will count (german carp)

3) Cash prizes for biggtest 10 carp and prizes for the 11th-20th biggest carp caught by adults.

Prizes for Biggest five boys, and Prizes for biggest five girls.

4) NO BOATS! NO WADING! NO SWIMING! This is a shore fishing event.Do not enter the water at any time.

5) Be mindful of other anglers and try not to crowd them. This is an open event, so expect other anglers and conduct yourself in a courteous and sportsmanlike manner.

6) Two rods per angler (max) at any time , one hook per rod, and NO TREBLE HOOKS!!!

7) WEIGHING IN FISH: Roving judges with matched scales (pounds and ounces) will weigh your fish as they are caught.

Upon zero-ing out the scale and weigh sling the fish will be weighed and you will sign-off on the weight and time.

At this time the fish will be released after pictures if desired. All fish, including non-carp must be released.

NO STRINGERS ALLOWED, FISH SACKS ARE AVAILABLE ***

8) In the event of a tie, the higher prize goes to the first to register their fish. In the event of a tie for 20th place, there will be two prizes.In the event of a tie both size and time the two anglers will split the two prizes equally.

9) You must abide by the rules of this derby as well as all applicable state, county, and local laws. Failure to do so

will result in your disqualification.

10) You must have a valid Illinois Fishing Liscence if you are over 16 years old.

11) No Fish sharing, if you didn't catch it ....it don't count. Kids may gain assistance from adults in landing their fish. And anyone can help net your fish.

12) Rulings of the judges AND DERBY DIRECTOR are final!

*** 450 participants max. ***

That's all the time I have now, I will post more later. Poster and entrys are being worked on as I speak. I will also be announcing a Fish-In/Meet-In for out there as soon as I can find a free weekend so people can get a taste of what Carp Fishing in the Rock is like. Talk to you soon...........Larry.

Edited July 12, 2010 by cornball

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Derby sign-up locations: as of 7/11/10

Dixon Tourism Center (Dixon, Illinois)

Dixon Parks Department Office (Dixon, Illinois)

Bunny's Bait and Tackle (Dixon, Illinois)

Kodiak Sports (Dixon, Illinois)

Wacker Baits (Broadveiw, Illinois)

Anglers International resources (Palatine, Illinois)

Barrington Deck and Fence (Fox River Grove, Illinois)

T.J.'s Bait and Canoes (Oregon, Illinois)