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Satilla River Fishing Tournament 
There's an App for that!

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April 25th - May 4th, 2025

This is a family friendly ten-day competitive fishing tournament encouraging the enjoyment the magnificence of the Satilla River and her bounty!

Download the FishDonkey App to compete!

ALL REGISTRATIONS AND PAYMENTS MUST BE COMPLETED USING THE ‘FISHDONKEY’ APP. All participants must download the free FishDonkey app in order to register and compete in the tournament. The app is available on Apple, Android, and PC devices.
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Entry Fee: $25

Kids under 16 fish for free with a registered adult!
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Entry fees are non-refundable 


​Read ALL the RULES and FAQ's before you register!

Check out the leaderboard at www.FishDonkey.com
(Create a free login and password, and scroll down to find the Satilla River Fishing Tournament.)
To Register and Compete:
  1. Download the Apple or Android FISHDONKEY app: www.fishdonkey.com
  2. Create your personal account by completing the requested information.
  3.  Click “Fish in a Tournament” and search for Satilla River Fishing Tournament and Select.
  4.  Click “Join Now”.
  5. Complete the registration and payment information and you are in!
Prizes (Total $1,000)
  • 'Red Myers' Longest Redbreast  $200                  sponsored by John S. Myers P.C., Attorney at Law
  • Longest Redbreast Stringer (3 fish)   $350   
         sponsored by Brantley Telephone Company     ​
  • Longest Other Panfish  $150  
​      sponsored by Southern Fishing Company, LLC                       
  • Longest Native Catfish  $150                                  sponsored by Capt. Bert's Catfish Catcher Jigheads 
  • Longest Largemouth Bass  $150     
      sponsored by Levi Welling                    ​

Fishing or Catching?

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                                          Tips for Redbreast Sunfish
                                    by Mark Williams, Satilla Outdoors

     The Satilla River is a Southeast Georgia icon. As it winds its way 260 miles through a dozen counties, it leaves a trail of unsurpassed beauty. The blackwater river draws thousands of visitors each year to partake in the recreation it provides.
     The excellent fishing, of course, is its biggest draw. Whether the angler is pursuing sporty largemouth bass, tasty channel catfish, or big bull bluegill, the Satilla rarely disappoints. But there is one fish that stands out as King of
the Satilla: the colorful and feisty redbreast.
     Usually beginning in March and continuing into the Fall of each year, the red-bellied sunfish is a highly sought after prize. Ounce for ounce, the big mature males, aka “roosters,” are possibly the toughest fighters in the river.
Few things bring the same level of excitement on the water as having a big rooster redbreast on the end of ultralight tackle. ... Read the full article.

Thank you to all our sponsors! This event would not be possible without the support of our community!

Gold Sponsors

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Silver Sponsors


Sponsors

Sponsors make this community event possible.
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We will also provide additional recognition on our website, social media posts, and newsletters. Make a donation online OR mail your donation to:
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Satilla Riverkeeper
5700 Okefenokee Swamp Park Road
Waycross, Ga 31503
Become a Sponsor!
Gold Sponsor $300
  • Personalized Social Media recognition
  • Logo on this tournament webpage with prominence
  • Logo in fishing tournament app​​
  • Acknowledgement in Satilla Riverkeeper newsletter
​Silver Sponsor $100
  • Social Media recognition
  • Logo on this tournament webpage
  • Logo in fishing tournament app
  • ​Acknowledgement in Satilla Riverkeeper newsletter
Prize Sponsors are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please contact [email protected] for more info.

Thank you to our Partners!


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