# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Traditional Kayak Fishing inaugural on Lake Chatuge 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 am – Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 04:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Welcome to the inaugural event of  Traditional Kayak Fishing on Lake Chatuge  hosted by the Appalachian Kayak Fishing League. 
This is a new limited series that hopefully can become a regular thing. This will be a no Graphs or Motors event. Handheld gps units or a phone with the Navionics app or equivalent may be used, no Deeper units allowed.
The Captains meeting is an in person event. We will be meeting at C&J Mountain Outfitters 159 N Main St, Hiawassee Ga 30546 Meetup time is 6:30am on Sunday March 22nd we will go over rules and basic tournament info there. Launch and lines in will be at 7:30am and you may use any public boat ramp. Lines out will be at 3:30pm. This is a 5 fish limit event, with an 8" minimum. Black Bass species only, and artificial lures are allowed. 
We will be uploading our catch to the AKFL Facebook page. (I can also judge from phones if cell service is an issue.) Weigh in location is back at C&J Mountain Outfitters at 4:30pm.
Entry fees are $40 for the tournament  Optional Big Bass pot of $10.
If you haven't already filled out a 2026 AKFL waiver then please get yours sent in before the tournament just to save time. If you are unable to do it online I will have some that can be filled out at the captains meeting. I will arrive early to allow anyone that needs to fill one out by hand to do so.
If you have any questions feel free to DM me.
This is a 100% payout event and The winner will be Qualified for the AKFL Championship on Lake Guntersville in October. I will also have some prize packs for anglers outside the money line.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hiawassee/traditional-kayak-fishing-inaugural-on-lake-chatuge/200029720613519
- **Event Categories**: sports, meetups, tournaments, trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 13

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029720613519?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=hiawassee-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Hiawassee
- **state**: GA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Lake Chatuge
- **lat**: 34.977320553764
- **long**: -83.796009771571
- **full address**: Lake Chatuge, Hiawassee, Georgia, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Traditional Kayak Fishing inaugural on Lake Chatuge  being held?
  - **A:** Traditional Kayak Fishing inaugural on Lake Chatuge  takes place on Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 am to Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Lake Chatuge, Hiawassee, Georgia, United States.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Traditional Kayak Fishing inaugural on Lake Chatuge  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 Hiawassee, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Traditional Kayak Fishing inaugural on Lake Chatuge  sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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