RS Vacations – Big Bear Lake, CA

Love to fish? Would you like the chance to win $50,000? Come to Big Bear Lake on June 8-9, 2013 and participate in the annual “Fishin’ for $50K” Trout Tournament and have both! And when you book a cabin with RS Vacations, you get FREE registration for the event for yourself and your guests!! Book your Big Bear Cabin Today!

Here’s all the info from BigBear.com:

On June 8 and 9, 2013, Big Bear Lake’s “Fishin’ for $50K” Trout Derby in Southern California gives anglers the chance to do so. There are a total of 15 tagged trout at the Fishin’ for $50K Trout Derby including one particular fish worth the big bucks. The angler who bags the grand prize tagged trout will win $50,000. Registration is now open and limited to 750 anglers, so register early!

Here’s how to Register:

(Registration OPEN until max of 750 entrants is reached)

• Call 800-424-4232 to register.
• Register online for Fishin’ for $50K trout tournament online here.
• Mail or Fax by filling out the Fishin’ for $50K Registration form. Download registration form.
• Email a scanned registration form to bigbear@bigbear.com. To get the registration form download here.
• In person: Friday, June 7, 2013 from 12 noon- 10 p.m. (credit cards and cash ok) at Big Bear Lake Visitor Center, 630 Bartlett Rd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
  *NOTE: Saturday, June 8 is sign-ins ONLY. The last day to register is Friday, June 7.

NEW THIS YEAR –
Tagged-Trout Consolation Drawing

Any of the remaining 14 tagged trout caught in the Fishin’ for $50K Trout Derby are eligible for a cash prize drawing of up to $500.

Biggest Trout Awards

In addition to tagged fish, anglers who catch the largest fish (by weight) in four different classes will be awarded prizes too. The four classes are adult male/female and child male/female (under age 16). A bonus prize of $500 is awarded to the overall largest trout (by weight) caught on caught on Pautzke Fire Bait.

Get Free Entry!

Free entry is given to Fishin’ for 50K participants who stay at least one night at a Big Bear Lake Resort Association lodge from June 7 to June 9, 2013. The amount of free entries is based on lodging occupancy per reservation. Up to four (4) free entries are also given to participants who rent a pontoon boat at a participating marina in Big Bear Lake the weekend of Fishin’ for $50K Trout Derby.

Win a Hobie Pro Angler 12′ Fishing Kayak

Enter raffle drawing at the event for a chance to win a fishing kayak courtesy of Hobie Kayaks and Big Bear Sporting Goods. This 12-foot boat sports a 500-pound weight capacity and is packed full of “must have” features that kayak anglers demand. From lakes to rivers to open ocean, this boat has no boundaries – stand and fish with incredible stability, securely store six rods (four horizontally, two vertically), and access your tackle with ease. Proceeds from the raffle go toward Big Bear Municipal Water District.

Awards Ceremony & Great Raffles

An awards ceremony takes place Sunday, June 9, 2013 at 3 p.m. in the Big Bear Visitor Center parking lot located at 630 Bartlett Road (in the Village). The awards ceremony includes a general raffle with thousands of dollars worth of fishing gear, bait and tackle from national manufacturers.

Registration Details

Fishin’ for $50K Trout Derby will be held Saturday, June 8, 2013 and Sunday, June 9, 2013 from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. Entry is $55 for adults and $30 for participants under age 16. Entries are limited to the first 750 registered anglers. Each contestant receives a free jar of Pautzke Fire Bait and a wristband that provides discounts at participating Big Bear restaurants, shops and specialty services.

Rules & Regulations

See official rules and regulations for Fishin’ for $50K
*Upon registering for Fishin’ for $50K you will receive the Official Rules and Regulations form to sign. Please only refer to the above link to the Official Rules and Regulations for information only.