Robert Felix Memorial
Fishing Tournament

TCIA Foundation’s most popular event is back this year at TCIA’s Winter Management Conference – with a twist. This year, the Robert Felix Memorial Golf Tournament is turning into the Robert Felix Memorial Fishing Tournament! What could be better than a day of fishing off the coast of Barbados that also supports the tree care industry?

This year, anglers will depart to spend a day fishing off the coast of Barbados. Boats can fit eight anglers, and prizes will be awarded at an Awards Ceremony following the tournament.

This event is a continuation of the popular TCIAF Robert Felix Memorial Golf Tournament. By participating (as a player or sponsor) in the tournament, you are helping benefit the future of the industry by directly aiding the foundation’s mission.

So come catch some fish, enjoy some beverages, network with clients, and hang out with friends – all while supporting the TCIA Foundation and the tree care industry. Sponsorship opportunities are available! Contact Aiden O’Brien, TCIA Foundation Director at aobrien@tcia.org. The fishing tournament will take place onsite at Hilton Barbados Resort.

1. Anglers will need to register for the tournament prior to the event. Anglers can register online here or by visiting the TCIA Hospitality Suite onsite while at WMC. Anglers of all skill levels are welcome!
   1. Anglers may request a boat for their own group or ask to be placed in a boat. Boats have a maximum capacity of 8 anglers. Placement requests are subject to availability.
2. The tournament will take place on Tuesday, February 6th, 2023, from 12-5 PM. Anglers will depart from the WMC tour location (transportation provided).
   1. Boxed lunches will be provided prior to transportation to the marina for all attendees.
   2. Boats will have drinks available to all attendees. Restrooms are also available on all boats.
   3. Following the Tournament, all participants are encouraged to join us at the Awards Ceremony – Sponsored by Vermeer for awards, drinks, and food. Awards Ceremony takes place from 5:00 – 6:30 PM.
3. The tournament organizers will provide boats and fishing equipment for all participants.
4. The tournament will take place in an area designated by the boat captains.
5. Anglers will be required to follow all local fishing regulations and laws. Anglers will also be required to follow all instructions by their boat captain.
6. As they catch their fish, anglers will weigh them and record the weight in an official notebook provided by the tournament organizers.
   1. Anglers must record the type of fish, the weight, and individual who caught the fish if they wish to enter it into consideration for prizes.
   2. Anglers are encouraged to take a picture of the fish they believe may be award worthy.
7. Anglers will then release the fish back into the water or keep it at the discretion of the captain.
8. At the end of the tournament, anglers will hand in their official notebook to the tournament organizers.
9. The tournament organizers will compile all the results and announce the winners at the Awards Ceremony, which will take place at The Boatyard restaurant.
10. The tournament organizers will provide awards and prizes for the winners of the tournament.