2021 Fish Wrap Writer Gift Pack Giveaway!
To celebrate the start of the 2021 fishing season(s) – and a shameless plug to get the word out on the Fish Wrap Writer – We’re doing a fun little giveaway contest for a prize pack valued over $100! Simply fill out the form below to enter for a chance to win the following:
- 1 Yeti Tumbler
- Fish Wrap Writer Edition Al’s Goldfish Saltwater Series Lure
- Fish Wrap Writer Canvas Hat
- Fish Wrap Writer Sticker
- $25 Gift Certificate to The Saltwater Edge

CONTEST HAS CLOSED
Drawing closes at 9pm EST Sunday, April 18th. A random winner will be drawn and contacted no later than April 19th by 9pm EST and announced on our Facebook Page. See below for more terms and conditions.
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