Another exciting event will unfold in the historic town of Alcoy featuring hobby anglers from Cebu and its neighboring provinces in the 2nd Black Shama Fishing Tournament next month.
Set for May 16-17, the two-day competition is supported by Alcoy LGU and local businesses to replicate their success last year, which drew more than 100 participants not only from Cebu but also from Bohol, Negros, Siquijor, and Mindanao.
Among the categories to be contested are jigging and trolling, and casting for anglers to choose.
In the jigging/trolling category, anglers will use boats to catch their trophy fish with light or heavy tackles.
Anglers joining the jigging and trolling category will use rented boats from local fisherfolks, which will help them earn extra income.
Participants for the casting or shore casting category will scour the municipal shoreline to cast their lines to catch fish.
Protected marine species such as rays, sharks, skates and sea turtles do not count as entry and must be released immediately.
Judging for the winning entry is based on the heaviest weight for both categories.
The champion will take home P30,000 in the jigging and P10,000 in the casting.
Special and minor awards will also be given by the organizers. Prizes also await local boatmen if his passenger jigger wins.
The event will not just showcase Alcoy’s beautiful white powdery sand beaches and the town’s hospitality, but will also promote sport fishing and sustainable fishing methods.
Those interested to join have only until May 8 to register. For inquiries, visit the Black Shama Facebook page.