Alice River Anglers Inc. was formed in January 2000 by a few locals who could see the potential and benefit of such a club in the Alice River area. Membership is also extended to residents of other areas. During the past thirteen years, we have continued to grow in membership exceeding all expectations through our fishing and social activities.
Fishing competitions are held monthly, alternating between open and closed area locations. The actual fishing area for closed and open competitions is designated by the weigh master. The dates of each competition are set by the committee members at the start of the year.
Competition weigh ins are held at the Alice River Anglers clubhouse, situated in the Progress Hall, Progress Road, Rupertswood. Weigh in time is 4pm-5pm SHARP on the Sunday afternoon. A free sausage sizzle is held after competitions with drinks and alcohol available. Every second or third month, a General Meeting of the Club is held after the weigh in with member feedback welcome.
The member with the heaviest fish weighed in on each competition weekend receives a prize on the day. The under 16 and under 10s also receive a prize and all points from the weigh in tally up at the end of the year. Bonus points are also awarded for nominated fish species each month. Champion Senior Angler of the Year has the honour of having their name of the Rupertswood General Store Annual Perpetual Trophy.