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Big Rock Kids Billfish Tournament in Morehead City extended through Sunday

PRE News & Ideas | By Annette Weston
Published July 7, 2026 at 6:43 AM EDT

Due to a rough weather forecast, the 6th Annual Big Rock Kids Billfish Tournament in Morehead City is being extended through Sunday, July 12. Tournament organizers added the extra day ahead of this Wednesday's official kickoff to give young anglers a safe, viable window to get out on the water.

Even with the schedule change, participating boats are still restricted to fishing 2 out of the 4 available days. The standard competition usually brings together over 350 young fishermen at Big Rock Landing.

Because of the extension, registration for the total-release offshore event will now remain open until Saturday, July 11 at 9:00 a.m.

Daily weigh-ins will continue at Ottis Landing throughout the weekend.
Annette Weston
Annette is originally a Midwest gal, born and raised in Michigan, but with career stops in many surrounding states, the Pacific Northwest, and various parts of the southeast. An award-winning journalist and mother of four, Annette moved to eastern North Carolina in 2019 to be closer to family – in particular, her two young grandchildren. It’s possible that a -27 day with a -68 windchill in Minnesota may have also played a role in that decision. In her spare time, Annette does a lot of kiddo cuddling, reading, and producing the coolest Halloween costumes anyone has ever seen. She has also worked as a diversity and inclusion facilitator serving school districts and large corporations. It’s the people that make this beautiful area special, and she wants to share those stories that touch the hearts of others. If you have a story idea to share, please reach out by email to westona@cravencc.edu.
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