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    Rest in peace, Sam Snow

    in Illinois Carp Fishing NEWS Tournaments and Contests

    Posted

    Very sad news indeed.

    One of the nicest guys I have met through CAG, and I know what he did for others here was a labor of love and he gave his all to others. He was and will be one of the two biggest influences on me getting involved and helping out here years ago. I think of how hard he fought the good fight here, and what he did for others in helping anglers get their start and even during this sadness, thinking of what he did for me and others, and the little time I fished with him, those thoughts do bring a smile because I know I am a better person for having know him.

    Condolences to his family, to his friends I share your tears, and God Bless the soul of a truly Good Man.

    He has been missed for awhile, but will never be forgotten......God Speed Sam.

  3. PRIZES --- 2015 DIXON CARP DERBY ***OFFICIAL***

    in Carp Fishing Now

    Posted

    Re-cap of previous years winning fish.

    2014 Derby

    82 Anglers + 14 Advanced Anglers

    Winning fish range 12-6 to 5-11

    Grand Champion 12 - 1

    Adult Division 11 - 6

    Boys 7 - 14

    Girls 11 - 4

    Advanced (Big 3) 14 anglers

    34 - 1

    26 - 4

    26 - 1

    2013 Derby

    90 Total Anglers

    Winning fish range 17-1 to 7-7

    Champion 17 - 1

    Boys 8 - 10

    Girls 5 - 14

    2012 Derby

    87 Anglers

    Winning fish range 12-6 to 7-1

    Adult 12 - 6

    Boys 4 - 6

    Girls 3 - 4

    2011 Derby

    79 anglers

    Winning fish range 9-10 to 3-4

    Adult 9 - 10

    Boys 4 - 6

    Girls 3 - 4

    2010 Derby and Illinois Championship

    39 Anglers + 18 Two Man Teams

    Winning Fish Range 12-1 to 7-10

    Adult 10 - 0

    Boys 10 - 7

    Girls (no fish)

    Team Big Fish 12 - 1

  9. WATER CONDITIONS. *** 2015 DIXON CARP DERBY***

    in Carp Fishing Now

    Posted

    Was out to the Rock on Saturday to drop off posters and check the area out for event pre-conditions.

    Water levels are just below average and slower than normal current. Has not been significant rain for awhile. Fish have been biting and Ray at Bunnie's says fishing g has been good. With the slower water the deep spots and main river chanel should be good producers if things stay about the same. You may need to plan for a little mud along the Page Park area....but the low water may leave the small island exposed for fishing from.

    TWO WEEKs to go!!!

  11. OTHER STUFF! *****2015 DIXON CARP DERBY*****

    in Carp Fishing Now

    Posted

    As I had mentioned the Tourism department and the Downtown events committee have added events to the weekend that may be of interest to those of you on the fence about coming out. Those of you with family's may want to bring them.

    Saturday on the waterfront in the Downtown there will be Music, vendors, food, Venitian night floats on the Rock River and a fireworks display....

    ***WARNING***

    If they Fireworks are as good as last year you may loose your mind and spend the rest of your life comparing every fireworks display you see to it.....

    The few of us there....maybe 30 folks got one heck of a show....

    At Lowell Park ( The site of the 2010 Illinois Carp Championship Saturday will be a Free Concert with PATIO DADDY - O

    Would suggest bringing you own chairs or blankets. Concert should be over with enough time to get back for fireworks

    I will post the hotel list as soon as I get it. And for those wanting to Camp with us at the Page Park, arrangements can be made with a donation to the

    Carp Derby Stewards Thank you Funds...

    Will post more soon!!!!

  16. RULES AND SUGGESTIONS --- 2015 DIXON CARP DERBY

    in Carp Fishing Now

    Posted

    why cant we fish to the west of the Peoria street bridge, its been open to fishing ever since you started the tournament and now its not? whats up with that? and did you know that the south side of the river by the dam (river street) is under construction so that limits more area that you fish.JMHO

    Actually that's not true.

    Last year (2014) that area was not part of the event due to the downtown road construction being staged there. If it is complete and the area safe and open for parking it will be open to the electrical tower as 2010 to 2013.

    As with every year and every big event the boundary fluctuate up to the day before the event due weather, water levels, man power, construction and other un-prepared things beyond our control.

    Final boundary will be set the day before the event to encompass as much safe bank space as possible....AS ALWAYS.

  21. RULES AND SUGGESTIONS --- 2015 DIXON CARP DERBY

    in Carp Fishing Now

    Posted

    INDIVIDUAL EVENT RULES:

    1) This event is catch and release and all fish must be released alive. More experiences anglers may be required to enter the Pro/Advanced Division.

    2) Only common, mirror, leather skin carp, Koi and Carp/Koi Hybrids will count (german carp)

    3) Cash prizes for biggest 10 carp and prizes for the 11th-20th biggest carp caught by adults. Prizes for Biggest five boys, and Prizes for biggest five girls.One Prize per Angler based on your largest fish for Amature class anglers.. Advanced Division based of Anglers largest three carp, 1st through 3rd place. Grand Champion Awarded to the angler catching the largest qualifying carp.

    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!!!

    *****Legal Baits only and limited Amounts hand applied Loose Corn only

    NO CHUMMING, SPODING OR HEAVY BAITING******

    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. All ties will go to the earlier caught fish.
    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 or removal. NO REFUNDS.

    10) You must have a valid Illinois Fishing Liscence if you are over 16 years old.Anglers under 16 must have a legal guardian reqister them and accompany them during the event.

    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) The Promoter has the right to refuse participants or any individual or to determine an Angler"s Division/Experience level. Rulings of the judges AND DERBY DIRECTOR are final!

    GENERAL INFORMATION;

    A) Register prior to fishing, fish caught prior to registration WILL NOT COUNT!

    B) NO HOLDING SPACE OR OVER NIGHT CAMPING ALONG THE BANK TO HOLD SPACE.

    C) NO CHUMMING OR HEAVY BAITING

    D) BE MINDFUL OF OTHER ANGLERS AND PROPERTY. THIS IS A FAMILY EVENT AND TRY TO KEEP THAT IN MIND AND ACT IN A SPORTSMAN LIKE MANOR

    E) NO LINES IN PRIOR TO START, AND NO BAIT INTRODUCTION OF ANY KIND PRIOR TO THE 8AM START

    F) HAVE FUN!!!

    MAXIMUM PARTICIPANTS 250

    (Average 90 to 120)

    DERBY BOUNDRYS

    (map available at registration)

    NORTHSIDE OR ROCK RIVER (High School Side)

    From the Dixon Dam down stream to the creek mouth 50yards west of the Page Park Boat Launch

    SOUTH SIDE OF ROCK RIVER (City side)

    From the Dam Downstream to the end of the finished Area at the Peoria Street Bridge

  22. ENTRY AND REGISTRATION --- 2015 DIXON CARP DERBY

    in Carp Fishing Now

    Posted

    ENTRY AND REGISTRATION will take place at THE PAGE PARK PAVILLION in PAGE PARK in DIXON ILLINOIS.

    LOCATED

    AT the NorthWest Corner of Chuck Vail Dr. and Page Dr.(at the West end of Lincoln Statue Drive)

    This is just west of Dixon High School along the River and can be accessed from the North end of the Peoria Street Bridge using Lincoln Statue Drive. Or from Chuck Vail or Page Drive from Route 2 just West of the Dixon Armoury/Mc Donalds.

    REGISTRATION TIMES

    These are planed hours, if available and not attending to other event work we will make an effort to sign up anglers all weekend, but try to plan arounf]d this schedule.

    FRIDAY 5PM TO 9PM

    SATURDAY 6AM TO 5PM

    SUNDAY 6AM TO NOON

    Registration will be in person by adults (for all 16 and older, guardians can register under 16 anglers). Anglers will be given a Angler number and Name Tag they must have on them to weight any fish. Mobile stewards will require this and there will be NO EXCEPTIONS!!! You can can sign up when ever you want, and fish all or parts of the event as you choose but NO FISH CAUGHT PRIOR TO REGISTRATION WILL BE ADMITTED AND CANNOT BE SHARED

    COSTS

    Adult Division - $12.00 per person

    (Amature Anglers over 13 and younger anglers looking to compete for larger prizes.

    Boys or Girls Division - $5.00 per child

    (Anglers under 13, must be accompanied by an adult)

    Advanced Angler - $45.00 per Angler

    ($30 of each entry to be added to the prize pool for the event,)

    (Pro and Semi Pro Anglers as well as past winners and more competative anglers)

    (Derby Staff Reserves the rite to determine an Angler as Advanced, Staff descisions are FINAL)

    (Advanced Anglers must have Keep Sacks)

  23. PRIZES --- 2015 DIXON CARP DERBY ***OFFICIAL***

    in Carp Fishing Now

    Posted

    HERE ARE THE CURRENT AWARDS AND PRIZE LIST FOR THE 2015 DIXON CARP DERBY

    GRAND CHAMPION

    Awarded to the angler catching the Largest Comon/Mirror/Leather Carp or Koi/Hybrid of the Dixon Carp Derby, All registered angers are qualified for this prizes, Adult,

    ( Adult, Boys and Girls Division Winners would move up to this prize from first place in their division, Advanced Anglers may win in addition to their division titles)

    $300 and One FineTrophy

    ADVANCED DIVISION

    Based on the three largest Carp/Koi of any one angler registered in this division. This division is a more competative event and is great to test your skills over luck. Past Dixon Winners and known Pro/Semi Professional Anglers are ONLY eligable for this Division at the determination of event Staff. Anyone Can Enter for a REEL CHALLENGE!

    1st $100 seed plus 50% of pool, and A Pretty Nice Trophy
    2nd $50 seed plus 30% of pool
    3rd $25 seed plus 20% of pool

    ADULT DIVISION

    Open to Amature Carp Anglers and those looking to experience the thrill of Competative Carp Fishing. Open to all ages, anyone over the age of 13 will be required to start here but those younger may fish if they wish to compete for the larger prizes. Your Largest single Carp determins the winning order, one winner per person. GOOD LUCK!!!

    1st $250 and A pretty Nice Trophy
    2nd $150
    3rd $100
    4th $75
    5th $75
    6th $50
    7th $50
    8th $25
    9th $25
    10th $25

    11th through 20th - Will be awarded tackle and/or other valuble prizes for their accomplishment. A complete list will be available at registration for viewing.

    Boys Division

    Boys 13 years old or younger can cut their teeth on Large Rock River Carp. if you catch the largest carp of the derby you will move up to Grand Champion

    1st $30 and a cool trophy
    2nd $25
    3rd $20
    4th $15
    5th $10

    Girls Division

    For girls 13 and Under, and a great way to spend a weekend. I have seen winners use just about anything.....even saw a Red Gummi Bear win money. If you catch the largest carp of the derby you will move up to Grand Champion,

    1st $30 and a cool trophy
    2nd $25
    3rd $20
    4th $15
    5th $10

    FREE RAFFLES

    When you register before fishing you will be assigned a Angler Number and a raffle ticket bearing that number will be entred into a Free Raffle that takes place at the end of the award ceremony. You must be Present to Win.

    Rods-Reels-Combos-Tackle Boxes-Bait-Gift Certificates-MYSTERY BUCKETS!!!

    *********AND MORE TO COME!!!**********

    I WILL HAVE ADDITIONAL PRIZES BEING ADDED AND ANY ONE WHO WOULD LIKE TO SPONSOR A PATICULAR PRIZE OR NEW PRIZE ON BEHALF OF THEMSELVES, A FRIEND, BUSINESS, EVENT OR ORGANIZATION FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME AT www.carpfishingnow@yahoo.com OR PM ME HERE. SPONSORS WILL RECIEVE MENTION AT THE AWARD OF THERE PRIZE AND FOR GROUPS AND BUSINESSES THERE WILL BE SPACE FOR HAND OUTS OR CARDS TO BE DISTRIBUTED TO PARTICIPANTS AND SPECTATORS.

  25. ☆Preliminary Updates for the 2015 Dixon Carp Derby ☆

    in Carp Fishing Now

    Posted

    Due to numerous requests by Loyal CAG members and those I consider friends asking for updates I have re-opened this thread and should have finalized info after the weekend.

    With the change in administration in Dixon there will be some prize total changes as the event gets moved trys to become more self supporting, but the format with last year's added Advanced Division will remain.....

    I'm looking forward to posting the updates next week.

    Larry

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