Rakaia Salmon Fishing Competition
Rakaia River Fishing Promotions have been running a salmon fishing competition since 1983 which makes us the most successful fresh water fishing competition and the only salmon fishing competition in New Zealand.
2012 Contest is to go ahead as per normal. The dates this year are the 24th, 25th and 26th February.
Entry forms will be available from early January and will be posted to everyone who has entered in the last 5 years. If you do not recieve yours please contact us.
Over $49,000 in Prizes to be Won!
The competition has grown from something that was very competitive to something that is more participative. This means that you do not need to be the best fisherman to win a prize just participating is enough and our aim is for all to enjoy themselves regardless of ability. The major prize is in fact a draw among all the competitors all you have to do is be present to claim it at the prizegiving.
Please click here for Prize winners in all categories.
Rakaia River Fishing Promotions
Rakaia River Fishing Promotions
Originally the intention of the local businesses that were the instigators was to promote and grow their businesses, but over time our focus has moved to helping defend our precious river and its fishery from demise. There are numerous threats such as intensified agriculture, human and natural interference in the ocean environment and climate change. Some we can do something about others not - but we have to try.
Photos from last years event
