Fish Catching Contest: Fishing Tourney

Learn how to participate in the Fishing Tourney in Animal Crossing: New Leaf, when they happen, and the exclusive prizes you can win from Chip!

Hey there! So, you want to know about the Fishing Tourney in Animal Crossing: New Leaf? It's a pretty fun event hosted by Chip, the little guy who loves fish and chips (get it?!). The main idea is super simple: catch a fish that's bigger than the current record, and you'll get a prize from Chip. Easy peasy!

To get the most out of it, I've found it's best to keep track of the sizes of the fish you catch. Then, try to hand them over to Chip in order from smallest to largest. It just helps maximize your chances of beating records and getting those sweet rewards.

The tourney itself runs from 9 AM to 6 PM. After that, from 6 PM to 9 PM, there's an awards ceremony. Don't stress if you can't make it to the ceremony, though! If you've won a trophy, it'll show up in your mailbox the very next morning.

When do the Fishing Tourneys happen?

They pop up throughout the year on specific dates. Here's a rundown:

What can you win?

If you manage to break a record with a fish that's also above average for its type, you're in for some exclusive prizes! These are pretty cool and unique items you won't get anywhere else. You could snag:

• Crab Clock
• Dab Table
• Flounder Table
• Football-Fish Lamp
• Jellyfish Lamp
• Octopus Chair
• Puffer-Fish TV
• Red-Snapper Sofa
• Sea-Anemone Bed
• Squid Chair
• Marine Pop Wall
• Marine Pop Floor

So get your fishing rod ready and good luck out there! It's a great way to get some unique furniture and show off your angling skills.