The 2026 SnapCatch Classic

The 2026 SnapCatch Classic

The 2026 SnapCatch Classic

Free to Enter.

$24,000+ in Prizes.

70 Years in the Making.

To celebrate 70 years of the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, we’re launching a nationwide fishing competition leading into this year’s event — and every Kiwi angler is invited.

Enter the SnapCatch Classic

Competition Details:

Competition Details:

  • 1 April – 9 May 2026

  • 1 April – 9 May 2026

  • Nationwide

  • Over $24k Prize Pool

  • Completely Free to Enter

  • Completely Free to Enter

The story

Celebrating 70 Years of Innovation

Seventy years ago, fishing competitions were run with scales, clipboards and weigh station queues.

The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show grew because it evolved. It embraced innovation. It backed progress.

The SnapCatch Classic continues that legacy.

Instead of paper forms and long lines, anglers measure their catch on the SnapCatch AI Measure Mat, submit through the app in seconds, and see themselves ranked instantly on the live leaderboard.

It respects tradition — while moving the competition forward.

How it works

No weigh-ins | No paperwork | No confusion

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Register here (free)

First 300 registrations get a free AI Measure Mat

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Download the SnapCatch app

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Snap your catch using the AI Measure Mat

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Confirm and submit in seconds

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Watch the live leaderboard update in real time

The AI Measure Mat

First 300 Get a Free AI Measure Mat

After that, mats must be purchased and they are essential for valid submissions.

Entering early means:

  • Securing your mat

  • More time to prepare

  • More time to compete

  • More time to win

First 300 Get a Free AI Measure Mat

After that, mats must be purchased and they are essential for valid submissions.

Entering early means:

  • Securing your mat

  • More time to prepare

  • More time to compete

  • More time to win

First 300 Get a Free AI Measure Mat

After that, mats must be purchased and they are essential for valid submissions.

Entering early means:

  • Securing your mat

  • More time to prepare

  • More time to compete

  • More time to win

Register now

Purchase a premium mat now

For the kids!

A competition for the whole family

The SnapCatch Classic includes a dedicated kids division — designed to encourage young Kiwi anglers to be part of this historic event.

This isn’t just about prizes.

It’s about creating moments.

Join the kids competition from the competition tab and submit fish on behalf of your kids.

Don't forget to take a hero shot!

A competition for the whole family

The SnapCatch Classic includes a dedicated kids division — designed to encourage young Kiwi anglers to be part of this historic event.

This isn’t just about prizes.

It’s about creating moments.

Join the kids competition from the competition tab and submit fish on behalf of your kids.

Don't forget to take a hero shot!

THE FINALE

From the water to the main stage

The competition closes on 9 May 2026.

Final results will be confirmed ahead of prizegiving — held live on the main Bar Stage at the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show.

Imagine arriving at the show already in contention.
Imagine hearing your name — or your child’s name — called to the stage during this landmark 70th anniversary celebration.

This is more than a competition.

It’s a national moment.

Enter the SnapCatch Classic

Register here for quick onboarding and to secure your limited edition measure mat

Ready to Compete?

Entry takes less than two minutes.

  • Register online

  • Download the SnapCatch app

  • You’re in

Ready to join the future of fishing competitions?

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Ready to join the future of fishing competitions?

Host a Competition

Explore NZOFC Membership

Ready to join the future of fishing competitions?

Host a Competition

Explore NZOFC Membership