Hook & Paddle Kayak Fishing Series 2025: Multi-Species Tournament Across New Brunswick
🎣 Hook & Paddle Kayak Fishing Series 2025: Multi-Species Tournament Across New Brunswick
Canada’s Premier Kayak Fishing Experience
Get ready for a thrilling outdoor adventure with the Hook & Paddle Kayak Fishing Series — Canada’s leading multi-species, catch-photograph-release tournament designed specifically for kayak anglers!
🗓 Event Dates: May 3 – May 25, 2025
📍 Locations: Multiple across New Brunswick, including Miramichi, Quispamsis, Fundy Shores (East Branch Dam), McAdam, Woodstock, Harts Lake, Oromocto, Chipman, Mactaquac, Nackawic, and Fredericton.
🌆 Featured Locations
Miramichi
A charming city in northeastern New Brunswick, known for its Irish heritage, welcoming community, and world-class salmon fishing on the Miramichi River. It’s a top destination for kayaking, hiking, and cultural festivals.
Quispamsis
Located along the beautiful Kennebecasis River near Saint John, Quispamsis offers a relaxed, nature-focused lifestyle with boating, walking trails, and family-friendly events.
Fundy Shores (East Branch Dam)
Near the dramatic tides of the Bay of Fundy, this rugged area is a hidden gem ideal for fishing and kayaking. The East Branch Dam provides tranquil waters surrounded by forest and wildlife.
McAdam
This historic railway village is known for the McAdam Railway Station, one of Canada’s architectural treasures. Enjoy peaceful lakes, rich heritage, and excellent fishing.
Woodstock
New Brunswick’s oldest town sits on the Saint John River and offers scenic beauty, historic charm, and a welcoming atmosphere for festivals, shopping, and outdoor recreation.
Harts Lake
A quiet rural community in Sunbury County, southeast of Fredericton, known for its calm waters and scenic forest surroundings—perfect for fishing, wildlife watching, and nature escapes.
Oromocto
Located 20 minutes southeast of Fredericton, Oromocto blends riverside beauty with military heritage. Home to CFB Gagetown, it offers walking trails, boating, and a strong community vibe.
Chipman
Set along the Salmon River near Grand Lake, Chipman is surrounded by forests and trails. A peaceful rural community with deep roots in lumber and rail, it’s ideal for anglers seeking quiet, fish-rich waters.
Mactaquac
Home to the Mactaquac Dam and Provincial Park, this community west of Fredericton offers stunning landscapes, freshwater beaches, camping, golfing, and four-season recreation — a paradise for outdoor lovers.
Nackawic
Famous for the World’s Largest Axe, Nackawic sits along the Saint John River and boasts excellent boating and fishing. Once a model industrial town, it now thrives as part of the Nackawic-Millville Rural Community.
Fredericton
New Brunswick’s capital city, nestled along the Wolastoq (Saint John River), blends culture and nature. Enjoy urban charm, festivals, riverside parks, and top-tier kayaking access in this dynamic destination.
🎣 About the Tournament
Whether you’re a seasoned kayak angler or just starting out, Hook & Paddle Kayak Fishing Series 2025 offers two exciting formats:
- Multi-Species Series
- Bass-Only Series
Both follow a catch-photograph-release model to promote conservation, responsible fishing, and community engagement.
🌊 Why Join Hook & Paddle?
✅ Compete across New Brunswick’s most scenic waterways
✅ Catch multiple species from your kayak
✅ Be part of a passionate, inclusive fishing community
✅ Enjoy a welcoming, beginner-friendly atmosphere
🛶 Don’t miss your chance to paddle, cast, and connect in Canada’s most exciting kayak fishing event!
