# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Arizona Mudbugs 5th Annual Crawdad Tournament and Boil 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 12:01 am – Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: Camp • Trap • Eat

5th Annual AZ Mudbugs Crawdad Tournament & Group Boil

Hawley Lake – Fort Apache Indian Reservation

AZ Mudbugs members and friends — join us for our 5th Annual Crawdad Tournament and Group Boil!

We’re excited to announce our new location this year. In partnership with the White Mountain Apache Tribe Game and Fish Department, we’ll be hosting at beautiful Hawley Lake — offering expanded camping space and more shoreline access.

Saturday Community Boil
FREE & Open to the Public
Saturday | Noon – 3:00 PM

Join us lakeside for our group crawdad boil! Everyone is welcome — whether you're competing in the tournament or just coming out to enjoy good food, good company, and beautiful Hawley Lake.
Come hungry. Bring friends.

Tournament Details
The tournament is free and open to all AZ Mudbugs members and their families.

Team Requirements:
Teams must include at least one AZ Mudbugs member.

Teams may consist of:
• Two adults
• OR a family team (up to two adults plus children)

Catching Rules:
1. Crawdads may be caught anywhere in Arizona.
2. All sizes are eligible.
3. Crawdads must be caught during official tournament hours.
4. Hatchlings and egg-bearing females may be counted, then immediately returned to the water where caught.

Daily Reporting
• Teams must submit daily counts and photos by 9:00 PM.
• Post photos on the AZ Mudbugs page.
• Send final count to Crawdaddy Mike Eberhardt.

Licensing & Regulations
• All participants must have a valid Arizona fishing license.

• Participants must follow all Arizona Game & Fish regulations.

• Those trapping or fishing on the reservation must follow all WMAT rules and permit requirements.

Winner
The team with the highest total count submitted by 5:00 PM Saturday wins.
Prizes will be announced prior to the event.

Special Thanks
A huge shout-out to Procrayster and their entire team for supporting us from the beginning — mentoring our members and providing top-quality equipment for tournament prizes.

Thank you to our returning Prize Sponsors:
• Kempton Chevrolet
• Kim’s Window Tint

Sponsored By
AZ Mudbugs
White Mountain Apache Tribe Game and Fish Department 
Procrayster
Kempton Chevrolet
Garage Custom Baits 
Kim’s Window Tint
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mcnary/arizona-mudbugs-5th-annual-crawdad-tournament-and-boil/200029723226249
- **Event Categories**: sports, tournaments, trips-adventures, camping
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 40

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Mcnary
- **state**: AZ
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Hawley Lake
- **lat**: 33.987451587578
- **long**: -109.7567404827
- **full address**: Hawley Lake, State Route 473 and State Route 260,McNary, Arizona, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Arizona Mudbugs 5th Annual Crawdad Tournament and Boil  being held?
  - **A:** Arizona Mudbugs 5th Annual Crawdad Tournament and Boil  takes place on Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 12:01 am to Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Hawley Lake, State Route 473 and State Route 260,McNary, Arizona, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Arizona Mudbugs 5th Annual Crawdad Tournament and Boil ?
  - **A:** Arizona Mudbugs 5th Annual Crawdad Tournament and Boil  is organized by Liz Walburn.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Arizona Mudbugs 5th Annual Crawdad Tournament and Boil  is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Mcnary, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Arizona Mudbugs 5th Annual Crawdad Tournament and Boil  sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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