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Alum Dock Tournaments => Alum Creek Dock Tournaments => Topic started by: ratherbefishing on October 14, 2017, 11:04:37 AM

Title: Tournament #5 Saturday, December 2, 2017
Post by: ratherbefishing on October 14, 2017, 11:04:37 AM

The fifth tournament of the 2017-2018 season will be held at Alum Creek Marina on Saturday, December 2, 2017!

We invite all IFO members to participate in our pre-season dock tournament series at Alum Creek Marina.

Tournament Director: David Hoheisel 614-361-5548

Location

Alum Creek Marina 4000 Hollenback Rd,  Lewis Center, OH  43035

Time

8:00 am to 3:00 PM

Dates

Saturday Tournaments will be hosted in November and December.
(January dates to follow if we have unsafe ice.)
Stay current on the schedule as dates may be subject to change on short notice.

*New this year will be the addition of a Photo and fish story contest. The prizes for this contest will be awarded at the first tournament held during the month of December. Please review rules and post your entries in Soft Water Pictures

Tournament Rules

You must be a registered Ice Fish Ohio member.

Individual entry fee is $15 per event.

Per Ohio DNR regulations, 2 poles may be fished at any one time.

Live bait approved.

Check-in starts at 7:30 am

No lines or sonar may enter the water before 8:00 am

Each individual will weigh in their best catches in one of two pots.
Pot #1- 5 crappie (9” inch minimum)
Pot #2- 1 Saugeye (15” minimum)

*If a Saugeye is not caught the Saugeye pot will go to second place crappie finisher from Pot #1.

An optional big fish pot will be awarded to the heaviest fish to cross the scales at the weigh-in. (This fish may be any species.)

Payouts and Prizes

In addition to the cash payout, each individual will receive one ticket at each tournament that you participate in for a chance of winning various sponsor products at that tournament.

We will also keep these tickets throughout the pre-season events and have a final season drawing for Grand Prizes from our sponsors.

Any team who fishes at least 6 events will receive an additional 5 tickets for the final season grand prize drawing.

Finalized sponsor prizes will be updated before the first event.

It is the winner’s responsibility to pick up grand prizes in Columbus.

More Products and updates to come!

See you at the Docks!

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: quackpot on October 14, 2017, 11:16:00 AM

Great I can't wait to see everyone again.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: linebacker43 on October 15, 2017, 08:28:10 PM

Thanks so much! Hope to see you all up there in a few weeks

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Downthehole on October 16, 2017, 05:51:01 AM

Can't wait for this! It will be great seeing everyone again! I haven't done a lot of soft water fishing this year due to a house move. It will be good to get back fishing again!

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Ntoiceman36 on October 16, 2017, 10:51:14 AM

 I'm so glad to hear the enthusiasm from my fellow icefisherman about the upcoming tournaments.  The money will sure come in handy, got my eye on some good stuff!

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Fishfeeder on October 16, 2017, 12:37:34 PM

Is this a team tournament or individual ?

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: ratherbefishing on October 16, 2017, 05:36:37 PM

Weight will be individual for the crappie and saugeye pots.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: ratherbefishing on October 16, 2017, 05:43:36 PM

Quote from: Ntoiceman36 on October 16, 2017, 10:51:14 AM

I'm so glad to hear the enthusiasm from my fellow icefisherman about the upcoming tournaments.  The money will sure come in handy, got my eye on some good stuff!

Always glad to help.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: polar bear on October 17, 2017, 02:59:59 PM

can't wait it will be good to see everyone again.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: buster on October 22, 2017, 11:44:18 AM

So bummed I won't be able to fish these tournaments this year, I'm having shoulder surgery this coming Tuesday (Oct. 24th). Good luck to everyone and hopefully I'll see everyone at the Expo

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: slabslayer on October 22, 2017, 12:42:52 PM

What kind of surgery?  Rotator cuff?  I so you should only miss the first one or 2. I finished 110 yards of concrete with one arm in a sling by myself 10 days after a rotator cuff surgery. Just have to do it one handed. As long as you don’t have to drill any holes off the end of the dock.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: quackpot on October 22, 2017, 03:48:00 PM

You can always come out and give use moral support. Setting at home is boring.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Evinrude58 on October 24, 2017, 08:06:57 PM

10 days and a wake up till first tourney.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Ntoiceman36 on October 24, 2017, 08:24:33 PM

 Well count your blessings guys , I can't make the first one. So I will not be able to take your money. Good luck to all and I should see everyone at the next one!

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: linebacker43 on October 25, 2017, 09:36:07 PM

This may be a dumb question but are the tourneys rain or shine?

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: ratherbefishing on October 25, 2017, 11:39:31 PM

Yes, we fish them rain or shine.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Evinrude58 on October 26, 2017, 11:27:39 AM

Seem to remember one being canceled due to very high winds like gusts of 50mph but I could be mistaken that may have been another tourney.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: g on October 28, 2017, 06:15:21 PM

Disappointed I won't make it to the first tourney. Good luck to all and I will see everyone the next week.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Salmonid on October 30, 2017, 07:34:14 PM

I know myself and Tin Guppy planning on being there to donate... seems like a strong tradition and someone will be upset If we do not show or at least send our money in for others to enjoy...LOL
See you guys Saturday, I hope Dave is there to remind folks of the Vertical only rules and no STROLLING, folks seem to like to push that one a lot.
Salmonid

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: linebacker43 on October 30, 2017, 09:54:20 PM

What is Strolling? Walking around while your line is still in the water?

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: ratherbefishing on October 30, 2017, 10:52:04 PM

I believe that's what he's talking about. I think as long as you're pulling up between drops in a new spot there no breech in the vertical presentation protocol. Dragging your lure around might as well just be a horizontal cast.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: linebacker43 on October 31, 2017, 01:36:11 AM

That's what I figured, just wanted to clarify. First dock tourney, don't want to be breaking any rules.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Evinrude58 on October 31, 2017, 01:51:08 PM

Only 90 hours till first dock tourney. YAY! Gear is ready to go. Of course it has been ready since at least the beginning of September.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: quackpot on November 01, 2017, 06:29:04 AM

Truck is loaded and ready. Can't wait to see everyone again.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Fishfeeder on November 01, 2017, 01:33:28 PM

Stupid question. When you catch something, do you need a basket to keep it in till weigh in? Or do we weigh as we go? And is this ice fishing gear, lures only or can people show up and throw crank baits etc?

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Evinrude58 on November 01, 2017, 07:23:17 PM

You will need a bucket, stringer or basket as we weigh everything at 3pm. As to gear you can use regular rods and gear just all fishing must be done using a vertical presentation. Basically you pretend you drilled a hole in the ice.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: ratherbefishing on November 01, 2017, 07:49:38 PM

Quote from: Fishfeeder on November 01, 2017, 01:33:28 PM

Stupid question. When you catch something, do you need a basket to keep it in till weigh in? Or do we weigh as we go? And is this ice fishing gear, lures only or can people show up and throw crank baits etc?

Keep your fish in a bucket or on a stringer until weigh-in. Casting is not permitted, but long rods may be used. I have extra short rods and Vexilars if you'd like to try out some equipment.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: quackpot on November 01, 2017, 08:17:52 PM

I have extra stuff with me also. But you will have to have your jigs, I would hate to get beat by my own stuff. Lol

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Fishfeeder on November 02, 2017, 07:28:51 AM

Sounds fun. Not sure if I can make it with 2hr drive but will try.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Fishfeeder on November 02, 2017, 01:19:23 PM

Looks like I will make it. Looking forward to giving it a shot. Question for locals. I'll come up 270 to 23N and take that to lewis center dr. Any good places to grab breakfast close? Not familiar with the area so I don't want to get off the path to far.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Evinrude58 on November 02, 2017, 01:37:41 PM

We  come in from the Akron area and have always got breakfast at Cracker Barrel on E State Route37/US 36W/OH 37 just off of 71. Roger and I will be there Saturday am guessing 7am or just after.

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Fishfeeder on November 08, 2017, 07:54:14 AM

Looks like this Saturday will be a great day to get the ice fishing experience. 25 Deg in the morning, high 38. Good chilly day. Will have a full dress rehearsal. LOL

Title: Re: Tournament #1 Saturday, November 4, 2017
Post by: Just reeleyez on November 09, 2017, 05:23:33 PM

Another cold front and a full hour of daylight will make it very tough fishing

Title: Re: Tournament #2 Saturday, November 11 , 2017
Post by: Fishfeeder on November 10, 2017, 09:08:55 AM

That's why I'm fishing the tournament. Tough bite. I've only been doing this , this is my 5th year. Last two I only got to go out twice each year and first year I only got out a few and learn the basics. So I figure I got two good years of good ice fishing. I want the tough bite and figure out my way to catch fish in these conditions and pressure of a tournament is a good way to challenge myself. Two hour drive but looking forward to it. Plus I love fishing in the cold. As I say, I was born on a cold day in January. LMAO

Title: Re: Tournament #2 Saturday, November 11 , 2017
Post by: Salmonid on November 10, 2017, 01:10:07 PM

Good luck this week guys, I'm not gonna make it, no gas money this week...I start a Min wage job this week so maybe Ill be able to get back up there soon.
Salmonid

Title: Re: Tournament #2 Saturday, November 11 , 2017
Post by: Ntoiceman36 on November 10, 2017, 01:36:52 PM

 And once again your all in luck, as it turns out I won't be able to make it down to take your money,  I've ended up on crutches with an injured left calf! Good luck to all.

Title: Re: Tournament #2 Saturday, November 11 , 2017
Post by: Fishfeeder on November 10, 2017, 03:21:36 PM

Might want to year your yaktrack's. those docks might be slick if it frost. About busted my butt once last year at rocky.

Title: Re: Tournament #5 Saturday, December 2, 2017
Post by: davidhoheisel on December 01, 2017, 08:49:55 PM

yes rain or shine unless its a brutal rain

Title: Re: Tournament #5 Saturday, December 2, 2017
Post by: quackpot on December 02, 2017, 07:25:14 AM

I will be there after I play Fred Sanford, have to haul junk in first.