Anglers and fishing aficionados, the call of the sea beckons once again as the 26th annual ʻOhana Shoreline Fishing Tournament opens for registration, promising a weekend of sport and community from August 16-18. If you're keen on casting your line in Hawaiian waters, don't miss the mail-in registration deadline of July 23, as reported by Big Island Now.
This year's event, hosted by Hawaii County Department of Parks and Recreation, is not only a celebration of fishing but also a family affair with divisions including keiki aged 5-12, teens, men, women, kūpuna 55 and over, and entire ʻohana units, according to details procured from Hawaii County’s event flyer; no late entries will be accepted so make sure your forms are postmarked in time, entries are not just limited to individual glory but also fold in a fun art contest and send a message about environmental responsibility with its invasive species division.
Interested parties should address their registration forms, accompanied by a team entry fee which is $35 for the men’s and women’s division, $30 for teen and kūpuna competitors, and a slightly lower $25 for the ‘ohana category, to the Recreation Division office located at 799 Pi‘ilani St. in Hilo; checks are to be made payable to the Hawaii County finance director.
When the tournament culminates on August 18, competitors will gather at Honoka‘a Sports Complex, 45-541 Lehua St. in Honoka‘a, for the weigh-ins taking place between noon and 1:30 p.m., as per Big Island Now, and the anxious wait for results will end with top anglers earning their rewards; diversification in events captures the inclusive spirit of the occasion and the broader respect for marine life that defines the islands.
For more specifics on the tournament, including registration forms and full rules, visit county Parks and Recreation facilities, local businesses like S. Tokunaga Store in Hilo, or conveniently download the forms online. Inquiries regarding the event can be directed to Shelton Kalilikane at 808-217-6074 or Mark Osorio at 808-936-4285, ensuring all participants are well-informed and ready to tackle the challenge ahead.
