August 29

SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE

RAIN OR SHINE

Boat #1:

Randy Fetter

Bennington

Mount Airy, MD.

Boat #2:

Barry Hurley

Baja Outlaw

Moneta, Va.

2026 Boat Captains:

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Ante up for an unforgettable day! Try your luck to win amazing prizes, savor a delicious dinner, and groove to live music from one of the region’s favorite bands. That’s not bluffing—100% of every dollar raised goes directly to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Virginia, supporting our mentoring programs and the children and families we serve across Central Virginia. Join us for great fun, great food, and a great cause.
In appreciation, we provide:

The first 25 boats to register will receive a burgee flag.

3 ways to registeR

Three Ways to Register
1.

Online Form

Fill out the online form, print your receipt, and present at registration Friday night at Mango's Bar and Grill at 5pm, followed by dinner. Or last chance registration Saturday morning between 10:00 am and 11:00 am to receive your player packet.

Player Packets are available for pickup at the Check In table and include: meal, drink, raffle tickets, a list of designated "CARD STOPS", map, and rules & regulations.
2.

By Phone

Call (434) 528-0400 and ask to speak with Jessica Merrow or Ash Gorman.

ALL registration packets MUST be picked up Friday night or day of the event. Players who have NOT "checked in" at the designated location WILL NOT be allowed to play and compete for Poker Prizes.
3.

Day Of

Last chance registration begins at 10:00 am until 11:00 am at Mango's Bar & Grill.

Mandatory meeting for all Boat Captains/PLAYERS at 11:00 am. ALL BOATS leave dock promptly at 11:00 am.

SECURE YOUR SPOT

Fees & Registration Details

Fees

$137.50 per Captain/First Mate

(2 player minimum per boat / $275)

$75 Additional Player/Rider

Please note: This event is limited to 50 participating boats. You are only guaranteed a position in this year's event if we receive your registration form and payment. Applications are accepted in the order they are received. You may add additional players until TBD date. All other players can be added on the day of the event.
Boat Registration
Online Form Printable PDF Form

One (1) Boat/Captain entry includes:

Minimum 2 players — Captain & 1st Mate

  • Admission for one (1) player
  • One (5-card) poker hand per person
  • Gift bag & giveaways
  • Eligible for "winning hand" prizes — per person
  • Dinner & live music — per person
  • 2 free drink tickets — per person
  • 2 free raffle tickets — per person
Additional Rider Registration
Online Form Printable PDF Form

Additional Player(s)/Rider(s) entry includes:

Additional players who have NOT registered on a "boat" as a Captain or 1st Mate may ride on a registered Captain's boat but MUST PAY the designated players fee to draw cards for a poker hand and be eligible for prizes.

  • One (5-card) poker hand — per person
  • Gift bag & giveaways
  • Eligible for "winning hand" prizes — per person
  • Dinner & live music — per person
  • 1 free drink — per person
  • 1 free raffle ticket — per person

The undersigned boat owners, boat operators, and/or boat occupants do hereby agree that the boat owners and/or operators shall be responsible for the safe and proper operation of his or her boat and shall be responsible and liable for any injury or damage caused by him or her, the occupants, or his or her boat; and do hereby release the sponsor, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Virginia from any and all claims for personal injury or for damage to personal property; and do hereby assume any and all risks in participating in the event; and do hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless the sponsors from any and all costs; losses or damages, including reasonable attorney fees, arising by reason of the undersigned participating in the event. All operators agree not to drink alcohol during the Poker Run. Entrance fee is $137.50 per player (with a minimum of 2 players per boat) and $75.00 per guest. This includes admission to all scheduled events and t-shirts for all players and guests.

Every player must sign a Liability Release Waiver at Registration on the day of the event. If we do not have an individual’s signature, they will not be allowed to participate in this year’s BIG Little Poker Run. Thank you for your understanding during these very trying times. ..