Linhares hosts the II Sport Fishing Tournament

Competition highlights sustainability, tourism and social development in the region

The II Linhares Sports Fishing Tournament, in Espírito Santo, will take place between the 9th and 21st of August 2024. The event is organized by the IGARAPESCA tourism agency and aims to promote tourism and sport fishing in the region.

Fishermen from different locations, with a valid amateur/sport fishing license, will have access to permitted fishing areas, which include the Nova, Juparanã, Palmas and Palminhas lagoons, in addition to the Doce river channel, limited to the municipality of Linhares.

The initiative is a catalyst for economic growth and visibility for Linhares, boosting local commerce and the production chain, in addition to promoting sustainable fishing by encouraging the practice of catch and release.

Event Details

Date: August 9 to 21, 2024
Location: Lagoas Nova, Juparanã, Palmas, Palminhas and the Doce river channel, limited to the municipality of Linhares
Categories: Boat and shore fishing, for fishermen with a valid amateur/sport fishing license
Registrations: Open from July 10th, via Sympla website

Participation and Registration

To participate, fishermen must present a valid recreational/sports fishing license. Registration is validated with the delivery of 5 kg of non-perishable food (except salt and cornmeal) to the main fishing stores in Linhares, starting on August 9th. Participants will receive a kit with an official ruler, shirt and cap.

Prizes

The prizes total R$ 70,000.00, distributed from 1st to 10th place in the Traíra, Robalo, Dourado and Tucunaré categories, in addition to the largest fish in each category.