2026 Trophy Drum Trip

August 14 @ 6:00 pm - August 16 @ 12:00 pm

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

August 14-16, 2026

The 2025 Trophy Drum Weekend will be limited to two (2) attendees and will feature a day of fishing on Saturday, August 15 with late evening fishing with Captain Austin Goodwin of Captain Austin’s Guide Service. Lodging accommodations remains to be determined. We will be targeting red drum in excess of 30 pounds with 40-50 pound fish common. Fishing will occur within the Neuse River downstream of New Bern all the way to the Pamlico Sound. All fishing activities will be conducted with state and federal regulations. Trophy Drum are Catch and Release Only however, any other species caught may be kept in accordance with state and federal regulations. All Participants, must have valid NC Coastal Recreational Fishing license. An annual license may be purchased for $16 or and 10 day license may be purchased for $6. These licenses can be purchased here https://gooutdoorsnorthcarolina.com

2026 Trophy Drum Sign Up

2026 Trophy Drum Sign Up Form

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Start: August 14 @ 6:00 pm
End: August 16 @ 12:00 pm

2026 Trophy Drum Trip

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

August 14-16, 2026

2026 Trophy Drum Sign Up Form

Government Identification

Applicant Identification Information

Event Attendance Options

Blind & Visually Impaired Questions

First Responder Questions

Active Military & Veteran Questions

Volunteer Questions

General Questions

Waivers & Conditions

Fishing Terms and Conditions

Participant Contract & Agreement

Participant Agreement Certification

Volunteer Agreement

Volunteer Agreement Certification

Emergency Contact Information

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