# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Captain Clayton Kloesel Memorial Fishing Tournament
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 05:00 am – Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 11:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: “Fish with purpose. Celebrate community. Honor Clayton.”

Join us for the 2026 Captain Clayton Kloesel Memorial Fishing Tournament, a day of fishing, fellowship, and community impact supporting scholarships, My Brother’s Keeper, and Fallen Linemen. Guided, Non Guided, Youth Division, raffles, banquet, awards, and more. Register today and be part of something meaningful.

🎣 What to Expect:

A full day of fishing followed by an evening banquet and awards. Enjoy:

• Guided & Non‑Guided divisions
• Youth Division
• Heavy Stringer, Heavy Redfish, Heavy Speckled Trout, Mystery Fish
• Optional Calcutta at the Captain’s Meeting
• Food, drinks, and a great community atmosphere
• Onsite fish cleaning service
• Family‑friendly environment

Built for competitive anglers, families, and supporters alike.

📍 Event Details:

Tournament Day: May 30, 2026
Location: Aransas Pass Civic Center
Weigh‑In: 2:00–4:00 PM (must be in line by 4:00 PM)

Banquet:
• Doors open: 5:00 PM
• Dinner: 6:00 PM
• Awards: 7:00 PM
• Event ends: 11:30 PM

Captain’s Meeting:
• When: May 29th, 2026
• Check‑in: 6:00 PM
• Meeting: 7:30 PM
• Location: Aransas Pass Civic Center

Registration:  

https://gcws.profishingtournaments.com/2026-clayton-kloesel-memorial-fishing-tournament/registration/

Rules:  

https://gcws.profishingtournaments.com/2026-clayton-kloesel-memorial-fishing-tournament/rules/

Entry Fee:
• $500 per team (includes Heavy Stringer, Heavy Red, Heavy Trout)
• $50 Mystery Fish side pot (entered at Captain’s Meeting)
• Late entries accepted until May 29 with $150 late fee

Team Size: Up to 4 anglers
First Cast: Announced at the Captain’s Meeting

🧡 How You Can Get Involved:

• Register to fish
• Attend the Captain’s Meeting
• Enter the Mystery Fish side pot
• Join the Calcutta
• Attend the banquet & awards
• Share this event to support the cause

Small actions make a big impact.

🙌 Sponsors:

Thank you to our incredible sponsors who make this event possible.

Sponsor spotlight posts coming soon!

💙 Why We Fish:

This tournament supports:
• Scholarships
• My Brother’s Keeper
• Fallen Linemen Foundation
• Families facing unexpected hardship

Your participation brings relief, stability, and hope to those who need it most.

🐟 Tournament Categories:
• Heavy Stringer
• Heavy Redfish
• Heavy Speckled Trout
• Mystery Fish
• Youth Division

Prizes awarded across all categories.

💛 In Memory of Clayton

We fish, gather, and give in honor of Captain Clayton Kloesel, whose legacy of kindness, dedication, and love for the water continues to bring this community together.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/aransas-pass/2026-captain-clayton-kloesel-memorial-fishing-tournament/200029831149746
- **Event Categories**: Sports, Meetups, Nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 78

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Aransas Pass
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Aransas Pass Civic Center
- **lat**: 27.910647048948
- **long**: -97.150644123979
- **full address**: Aransas Pass Civic Center, 700 W Wheeler Ave,Aransas Pass, Texas, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Captain Clayton Kloesel Memorial Fishing Tournament being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Captain Clayton Kloesel Memorial Fishing Tournament takes place on Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 05:00 am to Sat, 30 May, 2026 at 11:30 pm at Aransas Pass Civic Center, 700 W Wheeler Ave,Aransas Pass, Texas, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Captain Clayton Kloesel Memorial Fishing Tournament?
  - **A:** 2026 Captain Clayton Kloesel Memorial Fishing Tournament is organized by Clayton Kloesel Memorial Fishing Tournament.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Captain Clayton Kloesel Memorial Fishing Tournament is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Aransas Pass, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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