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Nite Bite Fishing

All ages

Dates Below / $5*

Centennial Park South

Boat Ramp/Launch

(* $5 fee for each date is for after-hours access to the park to fish only.  To enter the Nite Bite TOURNAMENT and have your fish weighed and measured, you must register for the Tournament Series and pay the $60 fee for the season - more information below)

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General Information

2016 Nite Bite Registration is open now!

Ever wanted to fish Centennial Lake at NIGHT?  Now’s your chance!  Join Howard County Recreation and Parks for a unique opportunity to fish the lake after hours.  Bring your own fishing pole, bait, tackle, bug repellant, flashlight or lantern, chair or boat.  Advanced registration is encouraged and on-site registration will be available.  Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult - see additional regulations below.  Please contact Dawn Thomas at 410-313-1754 for additional information and rules.  Call 410-313-7275 to register or click the RP numbers sign up online for individual dates.

NEW Nite Bite date added: Saturday, October 1st!  See the "Dates" tab to sign up online.

Dates

2016 Nite Bite Fishing Dates:

RP9154.701       Apr 2        6-11 PM      Sa

RP9154.702       Apr 29      6-11 PM      F

RP9154.703       May 21     6-11 PM      Sa

RP9154.801       Jun 17      6 PM-Midnight      F

RP9154.802       Jul 30       6 PM-Midnight      Sa

RP9154.803       Aug 19     6 PM-Midnight      F

RP9154.101       Sep 10     6-11 PM      Sa

RP9154.103       Oct 1       6-11 PM      Sa

RP9154.102       Oct 15       6-11 PM      Sa

Call 410-313-7275 to register or click the RP numbers to sign up online!  Registering by date does NOT enter you in the Nite Bite Fishing Tournament - see the "Nite Bite Fishing Tournament series tab for more information (anglers age 14 & up).

 

Rules

Regulations for Nite Bite Fishing: 
1.  Bring your own fishing pole, bait, tackle, bug repellent, flashlight or
     lantern, chair or boat.
2.  All anglers must be checked in and/or registered by 8 PM on the
     night of the event. 
3.  All anglers must follow all Maryland Department of Natural
     Resources (DNR) rules & regulations. More Information:
     www.eregulations.com/maryland/fishing/
4.  Boaters are subject to all Maryland DNR boating regulations for
     Centennial Lake.  ELECTRIC MOTORS ONLY!!  Please make sure
     you have the proper lights in use: a stern light, red port light and
     green starboard light.
5.  All boats must be back to the boat launch by 11 PM and all vehicles
     must be out of the park by 11:30 PM (12:30 AM for June/July/August dates).
6.  Only registered Nite Bite Tournament anglers will be allowed to enter
     fish for weighing and cash prize.
7.  Only live fish may be weighed and registered for prize. Fish must be
     in a bucket.
8.  The largest fish caught during the Nite Bite Tournament Series as
     determined by the Tournament Official will be declared the winning
     catch on the basis of weight.  In the event of a tie, the winner will be
     determined by length (inches).
9.  Coolers and live wells of tournament participants will be inspected to
     make sure fish are not being brought in prior to the tournament.
     Violators will be disqualified.

All anglers 16 yrs or older must have a valid fishing license for all fishing programs and events.  Click here to purchase a license online!  

Nite Bite Tournament Series

NEW! Nite Bite Fishing Tournament Series

14 yrs+  / All Nite Bite dates  / $60 
Join the Nite Bite Tournament Series for your chance at $200 for catching the Nite Bite Beast!  $60 one-time fee allows anglers ages 14 yrs+ to fish at any or ALL of the 2016 Nite Bite Fishing dates. Cash prize for largest catch awarded at series conclusion in October.   Register at any time during the Nite Bite year for your chance to win!  Call 410-313-7275 to register or click the RP number below to sign up for the tournament online!
RP9154.150     Centennial Park South Boat Launch/Ramp

 Current Nite Bite Tournament Series Leader 

Raquel Koplin keeps the lead in the Nite Bite Fishing Tournament Series after the September date with her 20" 3.56 lb bass!

Register now for your chance at $200!

Visit the main fishing page for additional fishing opportunities with Recreation & Parks!