_{Welcome to Åmål and the Trolling Championship on November 22-23, 2025}

Laxsjöns Sportfiskare, Melleruds Trollingklubb, Åmål Municipality and Sportfiskarna warmly welcome all participants and spectators to an unforgettable competition weekend on Lake Vänern.

_{REGISTRATION:}

Registration is via the following link:
Fishy - SM in Trolling & Åmål Trophy
To participate in the SM, all team members are required to be members of Sportfiskarna. If you are not a member, you can apply for membership here:
Become a member of Sportfiskarna

_{TEAM COMPOSITION:}

SM and Åmål Trophy is a team competition where each team must consist of at least two participants.

_{CAPTAIN'S MEETING:}

Time: 07:30 (both days)
Location: B-Harbor, at the Åmålsviken Sailing Club
B-Port

_{FISHING TIMES:}

• Saturday: 08:00 – 16:00
• Sunday: 08:00 – 15:00

Starting badges will be handed out between 06:30 and 08:00 and must be handed in no later than 16:30 on Saturday and 15:30 on Sunday. The start will take place together out on the water with a loud salute!

_FISHING:

Trolling fishing on Lake Vänern is permitted on public waters, 300 meters from land and 100 meters from larger islands. Planerboards must be marked with a flag. Participation is at your own risk.

_{WEIGHING IN:}

• Saturday: From 4:00 PM
• Sunday: From 3:00 PM
• Place: B-Port

The minimum size for salmon and trout is 62 cm. The fish is measured without the tail fin folded. Only fish without an adipose fin may be caught. Each team may weigh in a maximum of six fish per day. The fish must be left on the B-pier in a plastic bag, sealed with a cable tie and a starting tag.

_{RESULTS CALCULATION:}

The winner is the team that collects the most points by catching salmon and trout during the competition weekend. A maximum of six fish per team may be weighed in per day. Points are calculated as follows:

• 20 points per fish
• 10 points per kilo

_AWARDS:

The awards ceremony will take place on Sunday after the competition has concluded.

_SECURITY:

A life jacket, buoyancy jacket or buoyancy suit is mandatory for all participants. Be aware of the fishermen's nets and remember the starboard rule when meeting on the lake.

_RADIO:

VHF radio is a requirement for participation. Traffic will be on channel 72. Handheld VHF radio is acceptable.

_{IN BAD WEATHER:}

If the weather is unfavorable with wind speeds above 10 m/s or if the wind direction is dangerous, the competition may be canceled. The decision on any cancellation will be made by the competition management in the morning. If the weather forecast before the competition predicts dangerous conditions, the organizers may decide to cancel the competition.

Note: The registration fee is not refundable, but goes towards smolt release in Lake Vänern. The decision to cancel the entire competition will be announced on Thursday evening, November 20, via Facebook and contact information from the registration.

_LAUNCHING:

There are four ramps available in the port area:

Click on the links below to find the ramp

• A-Port       
• B-Port
• C-Port
• Marine & Leisure

_PARKING:

Parking for cars, trailers and other towed vehicles takes place in designated spaces adjacent to the starting area.

_{BOAT PLACES:}

If you would like a berth during the Championships, there are places available where moorings are occupied. We do not have harbour guards at night, so each participant is responsible for their own boat and equipment. It is recommended that boats are placed together on the piers to keep the competition together. B-Harbour has 70 berths.

_FUEL:

Gasoline 98 (E10) and diesel are available for purchase at the marine gas station during the competition. We recommend that you ensure that you have a fully fueled boat and spare canisters, in case the marine gas station is not in operation.

Link: The Sea Gas Station 

_{CLEANING FISH:}

Cleaning fish is not permitted within the port area.

_{ACCOMMODATION:}

Discounted accommodations in Åmål:

Enter the code "SM2025" when booking. 

Discounted accommodations in Åmål:

Enter the code "SM2025" when booking. 

• Åmåls City Hotel (0532-616 10):
  Double room 1296 SEK/night incl. breakfast
  Superior 1391 SEK/night incl. breakfast
  Extra bed 380 SEK/night

• Dalhall Hotels (0532-247 40):
  Twin room 986 SEK/night incl. breakfast
  Superior 1197 SEK/night incl. breakfast
  Extra bed 365 SEK/night

• Forsbacka Hotel (approx. 10 min from the city center) (0532-616 12):
  Twin room 1139 SEK/night incl. breakfast
  Extra bed 360 SEK/night

• Örnäs Camping (0532-790 100):

         2-Bed Cottage 590kr/night

         4-Bed Cottage 663 SEK/night

         4-bed cottage with bathroom 900 SEK/night

         5-bed cottage with bathroom 990kr/night

              o Own loading ramp at the campsite. 

              o The price includes a guest marina space including electricity in the guest marina at the campsite and in the city guest marina 

              o Also parking space for a trailer with a boat and access to charging.

• Hostel City (0532-790 100):

           2 bed room 680kr/night

              o Made beds and cleaning included.

              o Parking space and trailer parking.

              o Free guest marina space and charging in the city guest marina

              o Close connection to loading ramp A-harbour.

_{EVENING ACTIVITIES:}

• Friday November 21: Info coming!
• Saturday, November 22: SM banquet at Skafferiet. Information coming soon!

_CONTACT:

For more information about the Swedish Trolling Championship and Åmål Trophy, please contact:

Ulf Godtman
Phone: 070-330 16 16
E-mail: ulf@nullgodtman.se

We are looking forward to a fantastic competition weekend and a wonderful community!