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IGFA - record application form >> page 1

Note: All items must be filled in. If an item does not apply, write "none used". Do not leave any spaces blank.

Length of double line:_________________________

Make of backing:_______________ Size:________

OTHER EQUIPMENT:

Type of gaff:_______________ Length:___________

Length of trace or leader:____________________________

Number and type of hooks:____________________________

Name of lure, fly or bait:_____________________________

BOAT (if used)

name:___________________________________________

Make:___________________ Length:__________________

Captain's Name:____________________________________

Signature:________________________________________

Address:_________________________________________

________________________________________________

Mate's Name:______________________________________

Address:_________________________________________

________________________________________________

SCALES (note: IGFA can certify portable scales for members for $13, including return shipping charges)

Location of scale:__________________________________

Type:____________________________________________

Manufacturer:_____________________________________

Date last certified:_________________________________

Person and/or agency that certified scales:

_______________________________________________

Weighmaster:_____________________________________

Signature:________________________________________

Address:_________________________________________

________________________________________________

WITNESSES:

Witness to weighing (ther than angler, captain or weighmaster):

________________________________________________

Address:_________________________________________

________________________________________________

Witness to catch (other than captain). List two names and addresses if possible.

1. ______________________________________________

________________________________________________

2. ______________________________________________

________________________________________________

Number of persons witnessing the catch:__________________

VERIFICATION OF SPECIES IDENTITY
(See World Record requirements.)

Signature of examining ichthyologist:

________________________________________________

Title, degree or qualifications:_________________________

Address:_________________________________________

________________________________________________

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Anglers are encouraged to write a detailed description of the catch. In some cases this may be required. The description may be used in a future IGFA publication.

AFFIDAVIT

I, the undersigned, hereby take oath and attest that the fish described in this application was hooked, fought, and brought to gaff by me without assistance from anyone, except as specifically provided in the regulations; and that it was caught in accordance with IGFA angling rules; and that the line submitted with this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that IGFA reserves the right to employ verification procedures. I agree to be bound by any ruling of the IGFA relative to this application.

Signature of angler:___________________________________________________________________

Sworn before me this _______________ day of _________________________ the year __________

Notary signature and seal:______________________________________________________________

When completely filled out and signed, mail this application with photos and line sample by quickest means to:

INTERNATIONAL GAME FISH ASSOCIATION, 300 Gulf Stream Way, Dania Beach, FL 33004 USA
PHONE: (954) 927-2628     WEBSITE: www.igfa.org     FAX: (954) 924-4299

 

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