Annual Palatka bass fishing tournament in March

Need another reason to grab the rod and reel? How about catching fish for a great cause while looking to grab some prize money at the same time?

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The Dreams Come True annual bass tournament hosted at the Palatka City Docks will be held on Mar. 9, 2024.

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Event organizers said the event will include a fun day of fishing, prizes, and a special weigh-in hosted by some of the special dream children.

Check-in is scheduled to begin at 5 a.m. The price to participate is $130 per boat (two people). Weigh-in is said to begin at 3 p.m.

There’s a five-fish limit with $7,500 going to the first-place finisher. A prize of $2,500 will go to the Big Bass and $1,000 to 2nd place. All prizes are said to be guaranteed.

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