The 2024 Fishing Tournament is Here!
Please carefully read all info and register below.
We are happy to announce the Peace King fishing tournament, celebrating Father and Mother Moons’ 64th Holy Wedding Anniversary. The tournament will be held for seven days on the Hudson River and adjacent bays in NY and NJ area.
The First Annual “True Parents’ Holy Wedding Anniversary Fishing Tournament” was established by Father and Mother Moon in April of 2000 on the Hudson River and in August of 2000 in Alaska as international tournaments to be held each year in America.
Significance of Fishing Tournaments [article]
This fishing tournament is a church event for the members of the Family Federation for a Heavenly USA and their families and guests.
We welcome individuals and groups.
WHEN & WHERE
Fishing Period: SATURDAY, May 10th to Friday, May 19th (10 days)
Fishing Area: New York Harbor, East River, and Raritan Bay.
Meet at: Elco Fisherman's Marina, 50 Marine Dr., Bayonne, NJ 07002
Be at the docks at 6:30 am sharp
Boats will be back at the dock by 4PM.
PKC AWARD FEST 2024
The Award Ceremony and Luncheon will be held on Saturday, May 25th at 1PM - 3PM at the Clifton Family Church Fellowship Hall.
Let’s celebrate Father and Mother Moon’s work on the Ocean, celebrate the winners, and enjoy great food together!
*$5 to attend - guests and families can register for Awards Fest only through the registration link
TOURNAMENT FEE
$40 one-time ENTRY FEE per participant to enter (including children)
boating fee is separate (see below)
Participants MUST reserve a spot on our boat to go out to fish on one of our boats.
You may reserve multiple days (separate boating fee per spot)
PRIZES
FIRST PRIZE: $1500
SECOND PRIZE: $1000
THIRD PRIZE: $500
*If a winning striped bass is under 38″, half cash prize awarded.
FISH SPECIES: Striped Bass (Morone saxatilis)
MEASUREMENT: The winning fish is the largest by length. If two or more fish are the same length, the heaviest fish is the winner.
BOATING (Fee separate from entry fee):
Fishing is available with a qualified captain aboard an Ocean Tribe vessel for the following fee:
Adult: *$80 per person for one-day fishing (6 hrs). Includes fishing pole, bait, and tackle rental.
Child: (13 and under): $50 per person per day (6 hrs). Includes fishing pole, bait, and tackle rental.
To reserve your spot, please make a reservation through the registration form below
*TIPPING: We’re operating close to cost, and any tipping for the captains is greatly appreciated!
TIME: On the day you registered for fishing, please come to the dock (address below) at 6:30AM sharp. Fishing is best in the morning, and we would like to provide the best opportunity to catch a large fish for everyone!
WHAT TO BRING: Participants are responsible for bringing: food, drink, rain gear/boots (if weather looks bad), medication (if necessary), and camera/phone (you are responsible for any damage or loss in the event your belongings go missing or gets damaged).
It is COLDER ON WATER than on land, so we recommend bringing extra clothes.FISHING GEAR: We will supply fishing rods, but they are not new nor the best equipment. We recommend buying and bringing your own fishing rods if you plan to participate in our annual tournaments! Please let us know if you need any recommendations on buying new fishing rods.
LOCATION: Elco Fisherman's Marina, 50 Marine Dr., Bayonne, NJ 07002
*When entering the destination into your GPS, please enter “Elco Fisherman’s Marina” first, to get the accurate location!! Some GPS takes you to a nearby but WRONG location if you just enter the address.
*Boat Passenger Waiver*
On the fishing day, all participants will be asked sign a boat passenger waiver form. Parent/guardian must sign the form for passengers that are minors. Thank you.
REGISTRATION and Fishing License
A free NJ and NY saltwater license is required to fish for anyone who is 16 years old and older.
Remember to PRINT OUT both licenses and bring them with you! OR be ready to display them on your phone.
Click Here for the NJ registry.
Click Here for the NY registry.
*Follow these steps for the NY registry online: [Sign up/Log in (TOP RIGHT) -> Sign in -> Buy Licenses (on top left) -> Choose Recreational Marine Fish (it will go into your “cart”) -> CHECKOUT (it should be $0) -> PRINT LICENSE] -If not online, you can also register for fishing licenses at sporting goods stores. Find a location here.
VIDEO - how to obtain NY and NJ fishing licenses (free)
INQUIRIES
Minobu Sato: minobus@gmail.com / 201-982-1893 (please text first to ensure I pick up your call or leave a message & I will get back to asap)