2026 Columbia PFG High School Fishing Camp Presented by Tackle Warehouse
The 8th Annual Columbia PFG High School Fishing Camp Presented by Tackle Warehouse will be held June 10-12, 2026 on the campus of Murray State University and MLF headquarters, with daily activities on the “South’s Great Lake,” Kentucky Lake.
This camp is designed for serious high school anglers, parents and coaches who want to gain an edge on the competition by acquiring bass fishing knowledge from the biggest names in the tournament bass-fishing industry.
Cost of the three-day camp has been reduced to $300 per student/adult for the full all-inclusive camp experience. We also have a new day camp option that costs $100 per student/adult. This option allows students to attend the last two days of camp, where they can attend sessions, lunch and dinner. This price does not include housing, sponsor swag or the opening dinner. 7th and 8th grade students have the opportunity to attend camp using the Day Camper option.
Additionally, campers are invited to put their skills to the test June 13th at the MLF Foundation tournament to raise money for youth fishing programs. The tournament will be held on Kentucky Lake the day after camp. Entry fee is $100 per boat.
Adults have the option to drop off their students or stay throughout the camp and participate in special panel discussions aimed at identifying best practices to give your High School Fishing team the edge it needs to thrive.
CAMP REGISTRATION
Registration: Nov. 25, 2025 – June 3, 2026
Camp Dates: June 10-12, 2026
Cost: $300 per student/adult for all-inclusive or $100 per adult/student for day camp
Location: Murray State University & MLF Headquarters
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TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Registration: Nov. 25, 2025 – June 13, 2026
Location: Moors Resort, Kentucky Lake
Entry fee: $100 per boat + $50 per category
Benefitting the MLF Foundation
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Cost
Student:
- All-inclusive camp experience – $300 each (9th – 12th grade only)
- Day camper – $100 each (7th – 12th grade)
Adult:
- All-inclusive camp experience – $300 each (+ $50 if private room request)
- Day camper – $100 each
Important Dates
Camp Registration: Nov. 25, 2025 – June 3, 2026
Camp: June 10-12 (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)
MLF Foundation Tournament: June 13 (Saturday)
What to Bring
- Weather appropriate clothing
- Fishing tackle if you plan to fish the MLF Foundation benefit tournament
- Sunscreen
- Pillows and bedding (twin beds)
- Toiletries & towels
- Snacks if you want some for your room at night
- Cooler if you’d like to keep snacks cold in your room
- Change and $1 bills for vending machines in the dorm
- Money for clothing and/or souvenirs if desired
Camp Schedules
Locations
Click here for a map showing all camp and tournament venues
Host
Murray State University
102 Curris Center
Murray, KY 42071
270-809-3662
Lakeside
Kenlake State Resort Park Tennis Center
MLF Office
30 Gamble Lane
Benton, KY 42025
270-252-1000
MLF Foundation Tournament Details
The annual MLF Foundation benefit tournament raises funds for youth fishing programs and initiatives nationwide. The winner of the boat division will receive $1,000. Second place is $500, and third place is $250. Additionally, boat division teams may enter categories to win an extra $500 per selection as the highest finisher in that category.
TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Registration: Nov. 25, 2025 – June 13, 2026
Location: Moors Resort, Kentucky Lake
Entry fee: $100 per boat + $50 per category
Benefitting the MLF Foundation
More Details
Participation in the MLF Foundation tournament is open to everyone, including middle school and elementary school students accompanied by an adult. You do not have to participate in the High School Fishing Camp to fish the tournament. You must supply your own boat to compete.
Date & Location
Saturday, June 13, 2026
570 Moors Rd
Gilbertsville, KY 42044
Registration & Entry Fee
Register in advance here
Onsite check-in will be held Friday, June 12 at Murray State University CFSB Center 5 – 6 p.m. The pretournament meeting will be held the morning of the tournament before takeoff.
Entry fee: $100 per boat +$50 per boat division category
The winner of the boat division will receive $1,000. Second place is $500, and third place is $250. Additionally, boat division teams may enter categories to win an extra $500 per selection as the highest finisher in that category. The cost is $50 per category.
You may enter as many categories as you like, but a category only becomes active once at least 10 participants have registered for it. If the category does not become active, you will receive a refund for that category at registration.
Payout
Payout
Payout:
- Winner: $1,000
- 2nd Place: $500
- 3rd Place: $250
- Family (at least two anglers related): $500
- Men’s (all-male team): $500
- Women’s (all-female team): $500
- High School (at least one angler in 9th, 10th 11, or 12th grade): $500
- Big fish (any species, artificial lures only): $500
Questions?
Please contact MLF Promotions Manager Scott Ellison at [email protected] or 270-252-1584 if you have any questions that are not answered here. We hope to see you at camp next summer.