Sunday, May 15, 2022, Island Beach State Park, Seaside Park, NJ
Fishing: 6 30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Awards Ceremony: 1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Tournament Rules: Rules and more information
The individual who catches the overall largest fish wins the Governor's Award and will have their name engraved on the Governor's Cup, which is permanently displayed at Island Beach State Park. Prizes are awarded to winners in a variety of age group and fish species categories.
All funds raised by the tournament go toward improving beach access, surf fishing instruction programs and equipment plus marine education and restoration projects.
The tournament is sponsored by NJDEP’s Division of Fish and Wildlife and Division of Parks and Forestry, New Jersey State Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs, Jersey Coast Anglers Association and New Jersey Beach Buggy Association.
Questions call 609-748-4347 or email karen.byrne@dep.nj.gov.
