

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 4th Annual Fishing Tournament on Shoal Creek!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Rivers Bend Family Resort – 4th Annual Fishing Tournament Rules &amp; Info
1. Check-In / Starting Point

Starting point: Tipton Ford Access

Check-in time: 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM

2. Qualifying Fish

Large Mouth Bass

Spotted Bass

Small Mouth Bass

3. Take Out / Deadline

Take out location: Rivers Bend Family Resort LLC

All photos must be submitted by: 2:30 PM
✅ Any fish checked in after 2:30 PM will NOT count.

Awards begin: 3:00 PM

4. Measuring + Submitting Fish

Each paid angler will receive a tournament ruler at Tipton Ford Access (you may also use your own butt ruler).

Your ruler will have a number on it and that number must be visible in every fish photo.

Fish length will be measured from the front of the mouth to the tip of the tail (tail fanned/open).

Submit your catch by texting your fish photo(s) to be added to the leaderboard. 
📲 We will confirm receipt by messaging you back.

Fishing Rules

Artificial bait only (NO LIVE BAIT)

Any kayak/boat that is legal in the State of Missouri may be used

You must remain in your kayak while fishing (no fishing from the bank or gravel bars)

All Missouri Laws must be followed while on the water

5. Scoring

Your best 5 bass will be counted.

Total score = combined length of your 5 bass.

If you catch a fish longer than your smallest in your top 5, your total will be updated on the leaderboard.

Optional Pots

Big Bass Pot: $2 entry

Other Fish Pot: $2 entry

Winners receive 75% of each pot

The remaining 25% will be donated

✅ No refunds due to water conditions or scheduling conflicts.

6. Kids Division (14 &amp; Under)

We’re excited to offer a kids division this year (14 &amp; under)!

Kids must be supervised by an adult at all times.

Kids may also enter the Big Bass &amp; Other Fish pots for $2 each (same as adults).

7. Entry Fees (Cash Only)

Adults

Early Entry: $20

Day of Tournament: $25 (pay at Tipton Ford during Check In)

Kids (14 &amp; Under)

Early Entry: $10

Day of Tournament: $15

💵 All entry fees are cash only.

Day-of entry: paid at check-in (Tipton Ford Access)

Early entry: paid at Rivers Bend Family Resort during operating hours
4041 Hwy NN, Joplin, MO 64804
📞 Questions? Call 417-499-2921

✅ No refunds for any reason.

8. Safety + Regulations

All participants are responsible for following Missouri fishing and boating/kayaking regulations, including having a valid fishing license.

You must be able to safely handle a kayak on Shoal Creek.

A parent/guardian must be with any minor participant.

By signing the entry form, you release Rivers Bend Family Resort LLC from all liability while participating or being on the water.

Any participant who cheats or is suspected of cheating will be disqualified.

All participants must follow all campground rules while on Rivers Bend property.

9. Prizes + Charity

Prizes will be awarded throughout the day.

Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be announced at 3:00 PM

Trophies will be awarded for 1st place in both Adult and Kids divisions.

25% of entry fees will be donated to a local charity (to be announced).

We hope you have a great time, thank you for being part of our 4th Annual Fishing Tournament!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/4th-annual-fishing-tournament-on-shoal-creek/200029520901110
- **Event Categories**: sports, tournaments, kids, nonprofit, charities, trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 62

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029520901110?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=joplin-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Joplin
- **state**: MO
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 4041 HWY NN, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64804
- **lat**: 37.01513
- **long**: -94.51156
- **full address**: 4041 HWY NN, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64804

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Rivers Bend Family Resort (https://allevents.in/org/rivers-bend-family-resort/19475779)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 am (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 4041 HWY NN, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64804
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Rivers Bend Family Resort
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** sports, tournaments, kids, nonprofit, charities, trips-adventures
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about 4th Annual Fishing Tournament on Shoal Creek! ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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