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Boots & Buckles on the Bay

Date: Apr 17 - Apr 18, 2026

Location(s):

Matagorda Harbor - 979-863-2103

Category(s):

Special Events

Fishing Tournament

Grab your fishing gear, load up the tackle and follow us to Matagorda!

When: April 18, 2026
Tournament Starts: 6 AM
Weigh in: Matagorda Tournament Pavilion

Jr Angler: 2 - 4 PM

Team: 2 - 4 PM

Captain's Party to be held at Matagorda Bait & Tackle Shop in Matagorda on April 17, 2026, at 6:30 PM

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

2026 Fishing Tournament Rules

2026 Fishing Tournament Entry Form

2026 Jr Angler Fishing Tournament Rules

2026 Jr Angler Entry Form

Release of Liability Form

Register by April 1, 2026, and you will be entered in our early bird drawing to win one entry fee for the 2026 fishing tournament. This only applies to the entry fee, not side pots!

Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony!!

More chances to WIN!!! Make sure to get entered at the captain's meeting or at weigh in.

We hope to see everyone on the water, April 18th to help us raise money to benefit the youth of Fort Bend County. We appreciate your support!

OTHER INCENTIVES

2nd Chance Drawing

Early Bird Drawing

TPW Regulations

Texas Parks and Wildlife

All fish must follow TPWD guidelines for Matagorda Bay system areas. (i.e. Trout 20” and under)

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All forms can be emailed to ajan@fbcfa.org! Once we have the forms we will call you for payment. Please do not mail or email entries after April 2nd. We don’t want to risk not receiving your entry in time.

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Boots & Buckles on the Bay

Apr 17 - Apr 18, 2026