2012 BIG HAMMER CHALLENGE OFFICIAL RULES

william · 2012-02-26T10:51:43Z

First and Foremost for this year's Big Hammer Challenge Shark Tournament we want to make all anglers aware of Florida FWC laws pertaining to sharks.There has been some discussion on the proper way to release sharks and so here we provide a direct link to FWC shark regulations .Please click on the link below and READ the regulations very carefully so that you understand what THE LAWS ARE .IT IS REQUIRED THAT EVERY ANGLER FISHING THIS TOURNAMENT READ THESE LAWS PERTAINING TO SHARKS AND AGREE TO ABIDE BY THEM,FUTHERMORE YOU WILL SIGN A REGISTRATION FORM TO FISH IN THE 2012 BIG HAMMER CHALLENGE AND BY SIGNING THAT REGISTRATION FORM YOU AGREE TO FOLLOW ALL FLORIDA FWC SHARK REGULATIONS. THE ONE MINUTE DRILL NEW FOR 2012 AND TO FURTHER PROMOTE THE CHANCES OF A RELEASED SHARK SURVIVING WE NOW REQUIRE THAT EVERY SHARK THAT IS CAUGHT IN THIS TOURNAMENT BE RELEASED WITHIN 60 SECONDS ONCE THE LEADER IS IN THE WIREMAN'S HANDS.PLAN FOR EFFICIENCY AND PRACTICE THE QUICK RELEASE.TEAMS SHOULD FISH WITH AT LEAST THREE ANGLERS OR MORE AND EVERY SINGLE PERSON SHOULD HAVE SPECIFIC DUTIES ASSIGNED HAMMERHEAD SHARKS SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN OUT OF THE WATER FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT HAMMERHEAD SHARKS BE LEFT IN THE WATER FOR PICTURES AND MEASURING FOR PURPOSES OF THIS TOURNAMENT.HAMMERHEAD SHARKS HAVE A HIGHER MORTALITY RATE THAN OTHER SHARKS AFTER FIGHTING ON A FISHERMEN'S LINE AND FOR THAT REASON THEY SHOULD BE LEFT IN THE WATER OR ONLY BRIEFLY REMOVED AND VERY QUICKLY RETURNED TO THE WATER.EVERY EFFORT SHOULD BE MADE BY THE TEAM CATCHING A HAMMERHEAD SHARK TO INSURE THAT THE SHARK SURVIVES AFTER RELEASE.IF A HAMMERHEAD SHARK IS NOT SWIMMING PROPERLY UPON CAPTURE PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO WALK THE SHARK AND GET WATER FLOWING INTO IT'S MOUTH AND OVER IT'S GILLS UNTIL THE SHARK STARTS TO SWIM ON IT'S OWN. RECOMMENDED WAY OF PHOTOGRAPHING A HAMMERHEAD IN THE WATER Hammerhead sharks SHOULD remain in the water at all time when possible.Please practice Safety First when handling ALL SHARKS but especially hammers since the required pics must be taken with the shark in the water.Work quickly and ensure a good release. SAFETY FIRST We would like everyone who will fish this tournament to have fun while enjoying the sport in the spirit of friendly competition.We want to emphasize to everyone who will fish this tournament to please practice the sport but practice it with SAFETY FIRST in mind and at all times.No tournament is worth getting hurt over so please practice the sport of land-based shark fishing with SAFETY in mind.Always use extreme precaution when handling any shark as they can inflict very nasty lacerations to the careless angler.ALWAYS WEAR A LIFE VEST WHEN DEPLOYING BAITS and ALWAYS use good COMMON SENSE TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND THIS STYLE OF FISHING WHICH IS CONSTANTLY UNDER SUCH INTENSE SCRUTINY A GREAT TOURNAMENT,GREAT TEAMS & THE EVOLUTION OF OUR SPORT Without a doubt the very best land-based shark fishermen in the world come together once a year to fish the month-long Big Hammer Challenge Shark Tournament.In 1983 the SOUTH FLORIDA SHARK CLUB was founded by three hard core shark fishermen(Rene de Dios,James Fuqua aka JD hammer & William Fundora).As a result of a deep passion for the sport and the evolution of the internet the Big Hammer Challenge was founded in 2007 by a group of dedicated anglers from the South Florida Shark Club.This event showcases the very best land-based shark fishing on the planet and it's MOST DEDICATED HARD WORKING ANGLERS.Florida has been known for it's thriving shark populations inhabiting it's coastlines and throughout the years anglers have taken advantage of this resource.From the days of past, to the present the way we fish has evolved to reflect a more caring approach for the sharks we catch.Today more then ever we are aware of sharks need for protection and we vigourously encourage anyone in the sport to practice catch and release.Our search continues every year for the best land-based shark hunters in and out of the state of Florida.We try and reach out to new terrirories,new shark hunters ,as well as great old ones who have been out of the sport for many years.In 2012 we are expecting to have close to 40 teams competing in the BHC. Our aim each year is to have more and better teams competing in this ONE OF A KIND catch and release shark fishing tournament and last year we saw some of the best teams ever coming from states outside of Florida.This year those teams as well as new ones will invest much time and effort to become the next SHARK MASTER CHAMPION TEAM,we are very excited about the 2012 BIG HAMMER CHALLENGE SHARK TOURNAMENT. WORKING WITH NMFS/NOAA The future of sharks is important and as fishermen we want to undertand the sharks we catch so we can adapt how we fish to promote shark survival.We want thriving shark populations as a sustainable resource for future generations to enjoy.Although we don't always agree with what shark scientist propose WE CAN A...

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The rules have been fine tuned and the final draft will be ready for the printers monday March 19th 2012.The Registration forms will then be printed on Tuesday March 20th,2012.We stride to make this an event that will be fun and challenging for the anglers,but safe for all involved .

Any questions or suggestions should be posted on this thread before Monday March 19th 2012.Your input is appreciated.Thank you.

SOUTH FLORIDA SHARK CLUB -President SFSC-Founding Member est 1983 SFSC-Website Administrator BIG HAMMER SHARK TOURNAMENT -Founder Rene Memorial Sharkathon -Founder NMFS Shark Tagger

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