The James River Striped Bass Tournament
Every November the James River Striped Bass Tournament is hosted by Deep Creek Landing Marina. Registration will be online this year! Link for online registration will be posted to the left. There will be a Calcutta this year, as well!
The James River Striped Bass Tournament helps further the Virginia Living Museum’s mission in conservation while bettering the environmental education of local children and their families. Every year our loyal sponsors step-up in our community to help ensure the James River Striped Bass Tournament remains the best tournament on the James River!
Kick-Off Party: November 12, 2021 at 5:30pm
Tournament: November 13, 2021, start as early as 6am
Advanced Registration (Before November 1):
$135/boat (captain and mate)
$70/additional anglers
$15/youth additional anglers (17 and under)
$90 for jet ski registration
General Registration (On or After November 1):
$160/boat (captain and mate)
$75/additional anglers
$16/youth additional anglers (17 and under)
$95 for jet ski registration
Calcutta: $100
Entry fees are nonrefundable. Everyone must be registered!
Don’t have a boat, but want to fish the tournament? You can rent a brand new jet ski outfitted for fishing for $300 for the day. Call or email us today to reserve your jet ski!
Amount of winnings based on number of entries. All fish must meet 2021 VMRC regulations.
2021 21st Annual James River Striped Bass Tournament Flyer
2020 20th Annual James River Striped Bass Tournament Information
Calm winds and gentle tides,
Jessica Abbitt Godfrey, Tournament Chairman
Arielle Darrow, Tournament Co-Chairman
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