Mazarron fishing competition celebrates 20th anniversary with charity initiative

The Bay of Mazarron will welcome fishing enthusiasts on Saturday, November 7, for the incredible 20th edition of the Open Nacional de Pesca Bahía de Mazarrón, a sporting event that combines competition, the sport of fishing and a special solidarity initiative.

A milestone for local fishing on the Costa Calida

Organised by the Puerto de Mazarron Fishing Club, the championship will run from 5:30pm to 10:30pm, with competitors taking part in pairs in the surfcasting discipline. This particular type of shore fishing involves casting a line from the beach into the sea.

The competition marks 20 years of bringing together fishing enthusiasts from across the Region of Murcia and other parts of Spain. This event has become an established date in the sporting calendar, helping promote Mazarron’s coastline and its reputation as a destination for fishing enthusiasts.

Catch-and-release format promotes responsible fishing

A notable feature of this anniversary edition is the adoption of a catch-and-release format, allowing participants to compete while returning their catches to the water.

Prizes and food donations support charity

There will be prizes for the leading pairs, with rewards including trophies and local produce. The first-placed team will receive 1,000 points, a trophy and a box of fresh tomatoes, while the second and third-placed pairs will also receive prizes. Additional rewards are available for other top finishers, alongside a special prize for the largest fish caught.

The championship will also support local charity Cáritas Mazarron, with each participating pair required to contribute four kilogrammes of non-perishable food to the event. The donations will help the charity support people in need in the local community.

How to enter the fishing competition

Entry costs €75 per pair, and registrations can be made via WhatsApp on T. 664 59 30 62. With its combination of sporting tradition, environmental awareness and charitable support, the anniversary event offers fishing enthusiasts an opportunity to take part in a long-awaited, long-running local competition, all while contributing to a good cause.