Starting in July, 2017 will be the first annual Striped Bass tournament in Bathurst, NB!
We hope to celebrate the striped bass fishing in the Bathurst region as world class and one that should be recognized and promoted. As such, we are introducing this new event to offer exposure of our recreational fishery though which we hope to put our town on the map for all serious striper fishermen and fisherwomen!
This event will offer two divisions:
Kayak anglers
Shore anglers
Due to the topographical nature of the bay in Bathurst, the on the water division is aimed at solely at kayaks. There are many areas where the water will be extremely shallow making it difficult for larger crafts to move around without risk of running aground. By offering a major event directed specifically at kayak anglers, this event will be both unique for our area and also help grow the sport of kayak fishing in our community. Kayak fishing has exploded in other parts of New Brunswick and is one of the fastest growing watersports in North America. Our striper fishery is ideally suited for kayak anglers who can safely and quickly navigate our waters easily fishing for striped bass from what are essentially one man fishing battleships!
Here is a nice 41 inch striper landed in kayak on the Kennebecasis River, NB.