Florida Tournaments


Stuart Sailfish Club Light TackleTournament  
December 8-12, 2007 - Stuart, Florida 
(772) 2869373 
Contact: Char Griggs, sailfish@stuartsailfishclub.com, (772) 286-9373
 

Stuart Sailfish Club's Light Tackle Tournament 
December 10-14, 2007 - Stuart, Florida 
The Light Tackle Invitational Sailfish Tournament began in 1953. This tournament is a 
Sailfish release tournament only. It is the 2nd tournament out of a series of three 
tournaments in the area that make up the Treasure Coast Championship. It is held in 
Contact: Char Griggs, sailfish@stuartsailfishclub.com, (772) 2869373
 

Stuart Sailfish Club Ladies Tournament 
December 10-14, 2007 - Stuart, Florida 
As the name implies, this tournament is for ladies only. It’s a one day annual event, 
usually held in May. Membership in the Club is not required but we do encourage all 
who do participate to join the SSC. Trophies are awarded for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place 
Contact: sailfish@stuartsailfishclub.com
sailfish@stuartsailfishclub.com 


ISLAMORADA JUNIOR SAILFISH TOURNAMENT 
December 15-17, 2007 - Islamorada, Florida 
Contact: TAMMIE GURGIOLO, fishbully@msn.com, (305) 852-9337, Fax: (305) 852-1953
 

Broward County Junior Bass Tournament Trail 
January 1 - April 30, 2008 - Florida 
One Saturday each month at Quietwaters Park, C. B smith Park and Tradewinds Park 
Entry fees: $60 

 
Pink Ladies Billfish Tournament 
January 3, 2008 - Ft Pierce, Florida 
Contact: Jim Freitis, 772-216-4190
 

Silver Sailfish Derby *** 
January 3-5, 2008 - West Palm Beach, Florida 
Reg. info: part of WORLD BILLFISH SERIES 
Entry fees: $650/boat for WPBFC members & $950/boat for non-WPBFC members. 
Additional $100 after 12-20-07  
Contact: Tom Twyford, ttwyford@mindspring.com, (561) 832-6780
 

Key Largo Sailfish Challenge 
January 4-6, 2008 - Key Largo, Florida 
Contact: TAMMIE GURGIOLO 305-852-9337, fishnbully@msn.com, 305-852-9337
124 TAVERN DR. TAVERNIER, FL. 
Fort Pierce Billfish Derby 
January 5-8, 2008 - Fort Pierce City Marina, Florida 
best deadbait trolling sailfish tourney in the US 
Entry fees: $2500 and $7500 calcutta's 
Prize: cash and trophies 
Contact: Jimmy Freitas, jimmy@fortpiercebillfish.com, (772) 216-4190
124-A North 2nd Street Fort Pierce, FL 34950 


Walmart Bass Fishing League BFL 
January 5, 2008 - Lake Okeechobee,, Florida 
Okeechobee County Tourist Development Council 
499 N.W. 5th Avenue Okeechobee FL 34972 
Phone: (863) 763-3959 
Fax: (863) 763-5785 
 
Entry fees: $200 boater $100 co-angler 
Prize: $5100 boater $3000 Co Angler plus Ranger Boat Bonuses 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
January 5, 2008 - St Johns River, Florida 
44 bridge Ed Stone Park 
Entry fees: $70 
Contact: info@americanbassanglers.com
 

Sailfish Club of Florida Gold Cup Team Challenge 
January 8-12, 2008 - Palm Beach, Florida 
Contact: Samantha Dover, (561) 844-0206
 

Pelican Yacht Club Invitational Billfish Tournament 
January 8-12, 2008 - Fort Pierce, Florida 
Entry fees: $2400 
Contact: Vonnie Bailey, (561) 464-1734
 

Grand Slam/ Castaways Jupiter Billfish Tournament 
January 8-10, 2008 - Jupiter, Florida 
Contact: (561) 746-0526
 

THE SAILFISH TOURNAMENT 
January 10-13, 2008 - The Miami Beach Marina, Florida 
The worlds first CARBON NUETRAL Fishing Tournament 
Entry fees: $2500 + addeds 
Prize: 88% Payout 
Contact: Captain Dan Kipnis, kipnisd@atlanticbb.net, (305) 672-3807
3156 Royal Palm Av. Miami Beach, Fl. 33140 


Holiday Isle Sailfish Tournament 
January 11-13, 2008 - Islamorada, Florida 
Contact: Eileen McGuire, (305) 664-2321
84001 OVERSEAS HWY. ISLAMORADA, FL. 33036 
Walmart Bass Fishing League BFL 
January 12, 2008 - Lake Toho, Kissimee, Florida 

 
Entry fees: $200 boater $100 co-angler 
Prize: $5100 boater $3000 Co Angler plus Ranger Boat Bonuses 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
January 12, 2008 - St Johns River, Palatka City Dock, Florida 
Entry fees: $70 
Contact: info@americanbassanglers.com
 

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
January 12, 2008 - Harris Chain of Lakes, Buzzard Beach, Florida 
Entry fees: $70 
Contact: info@americanbassanglers.com
 

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
January 13, 2008 - Lake Wewahitchka, Florida 
Entry fees: $70 
Contact: info@americanbassanglers.com
 

Outdoor Channel Offshore Classic 
January 14-16, 2008 - Islamodora, Florida 
808-329-7371 F# 329-7360 
Contact: SUE VERMILLION, hdc@aloha.net, (808) 329-7371, Fax: (808) 329-7360
PO Box 4129 KAILUNA-KONA HI 96740 
FLORIDA FISH FOR LIFE 
January 15-19, 2008 - PALM BEACH, Florida 
Entry fees: $2000.00 
Prize: TROPHIES 
Contact: FRED MILLER, FREDRM@COMCAST.NET, (561) 351-7498
125 EBBTIDE DR. N.PAL;M BEACH FL 33408 


45th Annual Buccaneer Cup Sailfish releaseTournament *** 
January 15-19, 2008 - Singer Island, Florida 
The Buccaneer Cup is a 100% non-profit tournament that benefits the work of 
the Recreational Fishing Alliance, the leading recreational saltwater fishing 
political action and advocacy organization in the country. All proceeds from 
the event to go the RFA 
Entry fees: before Dec 15th 2007 - $2500; after Dec 15th 2007 - $2750. Enter 
both the Buccaneer and the Fish for Life before Dec 15 for the discounted 
rate of $3950. 
Contact: Gary Caputi 732-899-9988 or Michelle Sedge 561-881-0808, 
sedgerfa@aol.com or director@buccaneercup.com
RFA-FL, PO Box 13077, N. Palm Beach, FL 33408  


Sailfish Point Yacht Club Invitational 
January 15-20, 2008 - Florida 
Contact: Lisa Dyer, (772) 225-1700
 

FLORIDA FISH FOR LIFE 
January 15-19, 2008 - PALM BEACH, Florida 
Reg. info: REGISTER ONLINE 
Entry fees: $2,000.00 
Prize: TROPHIES 
Contact: FRED MILLER, FREDRM@COMCAST.NET, (561) 351-7498
125 EBBTIDE DR. N.PAL;M BEACH FL 33408 
Cheeca Lodge Presidential Sailfish Challenge *** 
January 17-19, 2008 - Islamorada, Florida 
part of WORLD BILLFISH SERIES 
Contact: Liz Hill, lhill@cheeca.com, 305-451-5094, Fax: 305-664-2083
CHEECA LODGE P.O. BOX 527 ISLAMORADA, FL. 33036 


American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
January 19, 2008 - Lake Cypress, Florida 
Entry fees: $70 
Contact: info@americanbassanglers.com
 

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
January 19, 2008 - Kissimmee, Florida 
Entry fees: $70 
Contact: info@americanbassanglers.com
 

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
January 19, 2008 - Istokpoga, Florida 
Entry fees: $70 
Contact: info@americanbassanglers.com
 

Miami Beach Rod & Reel Club Sailfish Tournament 
January 19, 2008 - Miami Beach, Florida 
Contact: Dan Kipnis, (305) 531-1233
 

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
January 20, 2008 - Toho, Florida 
Entry fees: $70 
Contact: info@americanbassanglers.com
 

Palm Beach Sailfish Classic 
January 22-26, 2008 - Palm Beach, Florida 
one of the ROLEX / IGFA Offshore Championsip Qualifying Events 
Entry fees: $2250 
Contact: PAT ROSS, fishgalblue@aol.com, 561-881-2022, Fax: 561-881-2025
 

Wal-Mart FLW Series Bass Tournament BP Eastern Division 
January 23-26, 2008 - Lake Okeechobee , Clewiston, Florida 
Entry fees: $3500 pro $700 co-angler 
Prize: Pro $100,000 Co-angler $20,000 plus Ranger Boat Bonuses 

 
Islamorada Fishing Clubs 2008 Sailfish Tournament 
January 23-24, 2008 - Islamorada, Florida 
This is the final leg of the Florida Keys Gold Cup Sailfish Championship. 
This is a one day all release sailfish tournament. A winner takes all event 
with a $30,000.00 payout based on a full field of 30 boats 
Entry fees: $2500 
Contact: Dianne Harbaugh, ditournaments@aol.com, (305) 852-2102
P.O. BOX 462 ISLAMORADA, FL. 33036 


ISLAMORADA FISHING CLUB SAILFISH 
January 23-24, 2008 - Islamodora, Florida 
Contact: fishclub@bellsouth.net, (305) 664-4735, Fax: (305) 664-8060
P.O. BOX 22 ISLAMORADA, FL. 33036 
Miami Mayor's Cup 
January 25-28, 2008 - Miami, Florida 
Contact: Tony Abelo, aabelo@envision-usa.com, (305) 206-8252, Fax: (305) 445-6179
 

HOG’S BREATH / MURRAY MARINE KINGFISH TOURNAMENT 
January 25-27, 2008 - Key West, Florida 
Tournament headquarters: Murray Marine 305-296-0364 
Registration: noon till 5:30 PM Friday 25th. 
Captain’s Meeting: 7 PM Hog’s Breath Saloon 
Top Prize: 23’ Contender Boat, twin Evinrude Outboards,  
Prize: 23' contender 
Contact: 904-819-0360
 

Bassmaster Weekend Tournaments 
January 26, 2008 - Kissimmee chain , Florida 
Entry fees: Boater Fee $200 Co Angler $100 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
January 27, 2008 - Lake Seminole, Florida 
Entry fees: $70 
Contact: info@americanbassanglers.com
 

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
February 2, 2008 - St Johns River, Florida 
Entry fees: $70 
Contact: info@americanbassanglers.com
 

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
February 3, 2008 - Wewahitchka, Florida 
Entry fees: $70 
Contact: info@americanbassanglers.com
 

Inshore Classic sponsored by the Knights of Columbus 
February 9, 2008 - Pine Land Marina, Florida 
Reg. info: This is a catch and Release Red Fish Tournament with a Snook and 
a Trout Calcutta 
Entry fees: $250.00 Per Team Fish $50.00ea for the Calcuttas 
Prize: Over $5000.00 in Cash and Prises Cash payout for top 3 Redfish 
Teams and 50/50 split on the Calcuttas 
Contact: Bill Goble, inshoreclassic@hotmail.com, (239) 980-7293
 

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
February 9, 2008 - Istokpoga, Florida 
Entry fees: $70 
Contact: info@americanbassanglers.com
 

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
February 9, 2008 - Harris Chain of Lakes, Buzzard Beach, Florida 
Entry fees: $70 
Contact: info@americanbassanglers.com
 

Walmart Bass Fishing League BFL 
February 9, 2008 - Kissimee River, Lake Wales, Florida 

 
Entry fees: $200 boater $100 co-angler 
Prize: $5100 boater $3000 Co Angler plus Ranger Boat Bonuses 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
February 16, 2008 - Kissimmee, Florida 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
February 16, 2008 - St Johns River, Florida 

 
Wal-mart Bass Fishing League BFL 
February 16, 2008 - Harris Chain, Tavares, Florida 
Entry fees: $200 boater $100 co-angler 
Prize: $5100 boater $3000 Co Angler plus Ranger Boat Bonuses 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
February 17, 2008 - Lake Toho, , Florida 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
February 17, 2008 - Lake Seminole, Florida 

 
Wal-Mart FLW Redfish Series 
February 21-23, 2008 - Punta Gorda, Florida 
Entry fees: $800 
Prize: $20,000 first 40 places paid 

 
World Diamond Source Billfish Challenge 
February 21, 2008 - Pompano Beach, Florida 
Reg. info: $800 save $200 before Feb 12 
Contact: Bluewater Movements, info@bluewatermovements.com, 
(954) 725-4010, Fax: (954) 725-4070
Blue Water Movements, Inc. -PO Box 50114- Lighthouse Point, FL 33064 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
February 23, 2008 - Istokpoga, Florida 

 
Yamaha Professional Kingfish Tour 
February 28 - March 1, 2008 - Key West, Florida 

 
Wal-Mart FLW Tour Bass 
February 28 - March 2, 2008 - Lake Toho, Kissimee, Florida 
Entry fees: pro $3500 Co Angler $700 
Prize: $100,000 pro $20,000 Co angler Plus Ranger Boat Bonuses 

 
Wal-Mart FLW Tour Bass 
February 28 - March 2, 2008 - Lake Toho, Kissimmee, Florida 
Entry fees: pro $3500 Co Angler $700 
Prize: 100 places paid 100,000 First 
Contact: Central Florida Sports Commission, 407-648-4900, Fax: 407-649-2072
126 E Lucerne Circle, Orlando Fl, 32801 
Capt. Bob Lewis Boat Center Yamaha Billfish Challenge *** 
March 1-2, 2008 - Miami, Florida 


Annual Sailfish Release Tournament. Proceeds benefit our youth, 
conservation and evironmental programs.Part of world billfish series 
Reg. info: part of WORLD BILLFISH SERIES 
Contact: Capt. Marty Locke, cntndr31@aol.com, (305) 259-7273
 

American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
March 1, 2008 - St Johns River, Florida 

 
Bassmaster Weekend Tournaments 
March 1, 2008 - Lake Seminole, Florida 
Entry fees: Boater Fee $200 Co Angler $100 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
March 2, 2008 - Lake Wewahitchka, Florida 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
March 8, 2008 - Harris Chain of Lakes, , Florida 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
March 8, 2008 - St Johns River, Florida 

 
Wal-mart Bass Fishing League BFL 
March 8, 2008 - Lake Kissimmee, Lake Wales, Florida 
Entry fees: $200 boater $100 co-angler 
Prize: $5100 boater $3000 Co Angler plus Ranger Boat Bonuses 

 
Wal-Mart FLW Redfish SeriesTournament 
March 13-15, 2008 - Sarasota, Florida 
Entry fees: $800 
Prize: $20,000 first, 40 places paid 

 
Florida Billfish Masters Tournament 
March 13-16, 2008 - The Miami Beach Marina , Florida 
Second leg of the LIBERTAD CHALLENGE 
Entry fees: $2500 + addeds 
Prize: 85% Payout 
Contact: Captain Dan Kipnis, kipnisd@atlanticbb.net, (305) 672-3807
3156 Royal Palm Av. Miami Beach, Fl. 33140 


Marco Island Contender king Fling 
March 14-15, 2008 - Marco Island, Florida 
Tournament Site: Cedar Bay Marina 
Captain's Meeting: March 13th 
One Day tournament 
Top Prize: $10,000 based on 100 boats 

 
Key West Fishing Tournament's Kickoff 2008 
March 14-16, 2008 - Lower Florida Keys and Key West, Florida 
Fish for most releases or heaviest of 15 different species 
Entry fees: $200.00 
Prize: $15,000.00 in cash 
Contact: Doris Harris, director@keywestfishingtournament.com, 
(800) 970-9056
P. O. Box 2154, Key West, FL 33045 


Marco Island King Fling 
March 14-15, 2008 - Marco Island, Florida 
Prize: $10,000 based on 100 boats 
Contact: Johnny Z, (941) 468-6080
 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
March 15, 2008 - Istokpoga, Florida 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
March 15, 2008 - John's Lake, Florida 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
March 16, 2008 - Lake Seminole, Florida 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
March 16, 2008 - Lake Toho, , Florida 

 
Naples Contender Kingfish Classic 
March 28-30, 2008 - Naples, Florida 
Tournament Site: Naples Bayfront Center 
captain's Meeting: March 27th. 
Awards: Saturday night  

 
YAMAHA/CONTENDER KINGFISH MASTERS 
March 28-30, 2008 - Miami, Florida 
Tournament Headquarters: Haulover Park & Marina 
Captain's Meeting & Registration - March 28thTop Prize: 
Yamaha powered 21' Contender Boat, Real Extreme Trailer 
 
Entry fees: $495 
Contact: Tony, aalbelo@envision-usa.com, 305-461-2700
 

YAMAHA/CONTENDER KINGFISH MASTERS 
March 28-30, 2008 - Miami, Florida 
Tournament Headquarters: Haulover Park & Marina Dock and Hotel 
Information Online. 
Entry fees: $495 
Prize: Yamaha powered 21' Contender Boat, Real Extreme Trailer 
Contact: Tony at Envision, aalbelo@envision-usa.com, (305) 461-2700
 

Naples Kingfish Classic 
March 28-30, 2008 - Naples, Florida 
Contact: Johnny Z, (941) 468-6080
 

FLW Walmart 
March 29, 2008 - Lake Okeechobee, Okeechobee City, Florida 
Entry fees: $200 boater $100 co-angler 
Prize: $5100 boater $3000 Co Angler plus Ranger Boat Bonuses 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
March 29, 2008 - Walk In Water, Florida 

 
Yamaha Contender Miami Billfish Tournament 
April 3-6, 2008 - Miami Beach Marina, Florida 
Reg. info: part of WORLD BILLFISH SERIES 
Contact: Judy Layne, fish@miamibillfish.com, 
(305) 598-2525, Fax: (305) 598-2512


Yamaha Contender Miami Billfish Tournament -
 P.O. Box 1036, Key Biscayne, FL 33149 
14th Annual Suncoast Kingfish Classic 
April 4-6, 2008 - Sarasota, Florida 
Sarasota Cay Club - Sarasota, FL 
Captains Meeting: MANDATORY- Friday 7PM 
Fish Days: Saturday, April 5st and Sunday, April 6th 
Awards: Sunday Evening, 
Reg. info: Part of Mercury Tournament Trail 
Contact: Sandy Blowers, (941) 232-3474
 

Wal-mart Bass Fishing League BFL 
April 5, 2008 - Harris Chain, Tavares, Florida 
Entry fees: $200 boater $100 co-angler 
Prize: $5100 boater $3000 Co Angler plus Ranger Boat Bonuses 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
April 5, 2008 - St. Johns River, Florida 

 
Fort Myers Beach Kingfish Classic 
April 11-13, 2008 - Fort Myers Beach, Florida 
Reg. info: Southern Kingfish Assoc 
Entry fees: Entry Fee: Early $350.00, After March 28th $400.00 
Prize: Top Prize: $20,000 based on 150 boats 
Contact: Alberto Abad, king@mambopromos.com, (239) 445-1841
 

Bassmaster Weekend Tournaments 
April 12, 2008 - Harris Chain of Lakes, , Florida 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
April 12, 2008 - St. Johns River, Florida 

 
American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour 
April 12, 2008 - Harris Chain of Lakes, Florida 

 
WORLD SAILFISH CHAMPIONSHIP 
April 15-19, 2008 - Key West, Florida 
The highlight of the 2007 WSC was during the Silent and Live 
Charity Auctions when a former Camp Boggy Creek camper sang an 
original song of her experience at the camp and the total monies 
raised for charity surpassed the 1-million dollar mark in 5 years! 
Entry fees: $6,000 for 6 anglers (before 1/15/08) 
Prize: $100,000 1st place 
Contact: Laura Emole, lemmole@worldsailfish.com, 727-631-0072
 

Palm Island Celebrity Slam 
April 16-18, 2008 - Palm Island, Florida 
part of Mercury Redbone series 
Contact: info@redbone.org, (941) 952-5836, Fax: 305)664-9036
 

Boaters World Tournament of Champions 
April 18-19, 2008 - Clearwater, Florida 
Pick up a brochure at your local Boater's World 

Reg. info: Part of Mercury Tournament Trail Contact: SKA, (904) 8190360 Walmart Bass Fishing League BFL April 19, 2008 - Kissimee River,Lake Wales, , Florida Entry fees: $200 boater $100 co-angler Prize: $5100 boater $3000 Co Angler plus Ranger Boat Bonuses The Fordyce Guides for Kids Tournament April 19, 2008 - Everglades National Park, Florida American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour April 19, 2008 - Lake Conway, Florida American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour April 20, 2008 - Lake Seminole, Florida American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour April 20, 2008 - Lake Toho, , Florida PROMARINEUSA.COM / PAL KMT April 25-27, 2008 - Clearwater, Florida Reg. info: Part of Mercury Tournament Trail Lucerne-Gossman Memorial Backcountry Fishing Competition April 25-27, 2008 - Everglades Nat. Park, Florida Part of IGFA Rolex inshore series Contact: Thomas Schramm, thomassc@baptisthealth.net, (786) 243-8534 12th Annual Get The Net Big Game Fishing Tournament April 30 - May 4, 2008 - Islamorada, Florida Entry fees: $2000 includes airfare , lodging and charter Prize: Over $30K* in cash prizes, $10k* for bonus dolphin. Limited spots available. Contact: Dennis Peters, getthenetcharter@bignet.net, (586) 945-FISH Wal-Mart FLW Redfish Series - May 1-3, 2008 - Panama City, Florida Entry fees: $800 Prize: $20,000 first, 40 places paid Yamaha Professional Kingfish Tour May 1-3, 2008 - Jensen Beach, Florida This is a special tour of five events held in prime locations from North Carolina to Louisiana. It is the toughest test of team skills in any fishing contest in the world. Not only do these highly-skilled contestants have to fish in unfamiliar waters but Frances Langford Memorial Fishing Tournament May 2-4, 2008 - Jensen Beach, Florida Tournament Headquarters: AA Marina, 2225 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach, Fl 34957, 800-995-0936 (free trailer parking) Reg. info: $395 Contact: Jim Sharfschwerdt, jsharp264@aol.com, 904-669-8353 American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour May 3, 2008 - St Johns River, Florida American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour May 4, 2008 - Wewahitchka, Florida Gibraltar Bank Keymorada Invitational Fly-Spin Tournament May 6-9, 2008 - Key West, Florida Contact: Mitchell Widom, mwidom@bilzin.com, (305) 375-6127, Fax: (305) 351-2255 Saltwater Shootout May 8-11, 2008 - Pompano Beach, Florida Entry fees: $425 per boat --$325 before May 3 Prize: $150,000 in cash and prizes Contact: Bluewater Movements, info@bluewatermovements.com, (954) 725-4010, Fax: (954) 725-4070 Bluewater Movements, PO Box 50114, Lighthouse Pt , Fl 33074 The Gauntlet Elimination Series 1st leg May 8-11, 2008 - Pompano Beach, Florida Teams are eliminated in each leg. 1st leg fished with the Saltwater Shootout Reg. info: 64 teams on Friday 32 on Sunday Entry fees: $1000- Save $200 before May3rd Contact: Bluewater Movements, info@bluewatermovements.com, (954) 725-4010, Fax: (954) 725-4070 Blue Water Movements, Inc. -PO Box 50114- Lighthouse Point, FL 33064 Gator's Suncoast Kingfish Classic May 9-10, 2008 - Treasure Island, Florida Gator’s On The Pass Treasure Island, FL Reg. info: Part of Mercury Tournament Trail Entry fees: $375 (includes Florida sales tax) Contact: Larry Hoffman , tchamber1@tampabay.rr.com, 727-709-9396 36th Annual SISA 2008 Spring Fling May 9-10, 2008 - Sebastian, Florida Dolphin, Wahoo & Kingfish Reg. info: Hosted at Captain Hirams, 6 to 9PM, May 9th, 2008 Entry fees: $175 Prize: 6 Top Fish Places & Top Boat, Over $10,000 in Prizes Contact: Greg Clifford, info@fishsisa.com, (321) 7241629 Stuart Sailfish Club Small Boat Tournament May 10, 2008 - Stuart, Florida This one of the Club’s most popular tournaments. It generally draws between 30 and 40 boats and affords the Treasure Coast’s prolific “Mosquito Fleet” its chance to compete on an equal level in our offshore waters. Usually held on Father’s Day Weekend, Prize: trophies Contact: Char Griggs, sailfish@stuartsailfishclub.com, (772) 2869373 American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour May 10, 2008 - St Johns River, Florida Pompano Beach Fishing Rodeo May 14-17, 2008 - Pompano Beach , Florida Contact: John Good, (954) 942-4513 Southern Kingfish Association May 16-18, 2008 - Palm Beach, Florida American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour May 17, 2008 - KIssimmee, Florida American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour May 18, 2008 - Lake Toho, Florida Outback Golden Fly Tarpon Tournament May 19-21, 2008 - Islamorada, Florida tarpon on fly Entry fees: $1000 Prize: trophies Contact: Charlotte Ambroigo, csasun@aol.com, (305) 664-2444, Fax: (305) 664-3884 P.O. Box 1063, Islamorada, FL 33036 American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour May 25, 2008 - Lake Seminole, Florida New Smyrna Beach Kingfish Classic May 30-31, 2008 - New Smyrna Beach, Florida Local Charity Benefactors: Rotary Club and Hospice Reg. info: Part of Mercury Tournament Trail Prize: 15 places General, 5 places Class of 23 Contact: Terry Adkins, terry@bluewaterpromo.com, (800) 546-4622 Palm Beach County KDW Classic May 31, 2008 - Riviera Beach, Florida A fun one-day family oriented KDW tournament Reg. info: call (561) 832-6780 or visit the web at www.kdwclassic.com Entry fees: $200/boat; $175/WPBFC members & Riviera Beach Marina tenants; $275 for all boats after 5/22/08 Prize: Cash payouts 8 places deep for Kingfish, Dolphin & Wahoo; Junior anglers cash payouts 10 places deep - Over $32,000 in guaranteed cash awards. Plus over $20,000 in valuable raffle items & trophies Contact: Tom Twyford, ttwyford@mindspring.com, (561) 832-6780, Fax: (561) 832-2137 West Palm Beach Fishing Club, P.O. Box 468, West Palm Beach, FL. 33402 American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour May 31, 2008 - Johns Lake, Florida Bassmaster Weekend Tournaments May 31, 2008 - Kissimmee chain , Florida Entry fees: $200 boater $100 co-angler American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour June 1, 2008 - Lake Seminole, Florida Don Hawley Tarpon Fly Tournament June 2-6, 2008 - Islamorada, Florida tarpon on fly, to benefit the Hawley Foundation Entry fees: $1250 Prize: trophies Contact: Charlotte Ambrogio, csasun@aol.com, (305) 664 2444, Fax: (305) 664 3884 P.O. box 1063, Islamorada, FL 33036 Islamorada Fishing Clubs Captain's Cup Dolphin Tournament June 4-5, 2008 - Islamorada, Florida The combined weight of three Dolphin determines the winner. This is a winner takes all event with a $30,000.00 payout based on a full field of 30 boats. Entry fees: $2500 per boat limited to 2 anglers Contact: Dianne Harbaugh, fishclub@bellsouth.net, (305) 852-2102, Fax: 305) 664-8060 P.O. BOX 22 ISLAMORADA, FL. 33036 Kingbuster 400 June 5-7, 2008 - St. Augustine, Florida Fish Days: Friday, June 6th and Saturday June 7th Reg. info: Part of Mercury Tournament Trail Entry fees: $374.50 before 3/31/08, $449.50 after Capt. Mtg Contact: Don Combs, chsharkbait@aol.com, (904) 992-9926 Kingbuster Tournament, Inc. - 13051 Beach Blvd. - Jacksonville, FL 32246 18th Annual Caloosa Catch and Release June 5-8, 2008 - Captiva, Florida Reg. info: Contact Ron Riley at (239) 671-9347 Contact: Ron Riley, Caloosa14@aol.com, (239) 671-9347 40th Annual FSFA Offshore Slam June 7, 2008 - Port Canaveral, Sunrise Marina, Florida See 39th Annual 2007 Details Reg. info: To be finalized in April, 2008 Entry fees: $150 per boat Prize: ~ $20,000 in Cash and Mdse, Plus Trophies Contact: Bill Kosiba, kosibwj@bellsouth.net , (321) 631-1997 4290 Skyway Dr., Port St John, FL 32927 American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour June 7, 2008 - St Johns River, Florida Ladies Tarpon Fly Tournament June 11-13, 2008 - Islamorada, Florida Ladies tarpon on FLY Entry fees: $500 Prize: trophies Contact: Charlotte Ambrogio, csasuN@aol.com, (305) 664-2444, Fax: (305) 664-3884 P.O. Box 1063, Islamorada, FL 33036 Saltwater Slam June 12-15, 2008 - Pompano Beach, Florida Entry fees: $425 per boat --$325 before May 31 Prize: $150,000 in cash and prizes Contact: info@bluewatermovements.com, 954-725-4010, Fax: 954-725-4070 Bluewater Movements, PO Box 50114, Lighthouse Pt , Fl 33074 The Gauntlet Elimination Series 2nd leg June 12-15, 2008 - Pompano Beach, Florida 16 teams Friday reduced to 8 teams Sat Reg. info: Fished with the Saltwater Slam Contact: Bluewater Movements, info@bluewatermovements.com, (954) 725-4010 Melbourne Rotary Club Summer Slam Offshore Fishing Tournament June 13 - July 14, 2008 - Sebastian, Florida Dolphin, Wahoo, and Kingfish eligible. Captain's meeting, 13 June, 2008 at 7:30PM at Squid Lips Marina in Sebastian FL. Lines In at First Safe Light, 14 June Deadline for weigh in at Squid Lips at 4:30PM, 14 June, 2008 Contact: Kevin Arter, arter1@bellsouth.net, (321) 4314315 Stuart Sailfish Club's 28th Junior Angler Tournament June 13, 2008 - Stuart, Florida An average of 40 boats enter with 90 to 100 junior anglers fishing. A Junior Anger is any angler under the age of 16 prior to the day of the tournament. Contact: Char Griggs, sailfish@stuartsailfishclub.com, (772) 8345596 Stuart Sailfish Club • PO Box 1498, Port Salerno, FL 34992 Southernmost Swordfish Tournament June 14-15, 2008 - Lower Florida Keys and Key West, Florida Fish all night for most releases of swordfish. Heaviest swordfish must weigh over 100 lbs. Entry fees: $100.00 Prize: Cash for 1st and 2nd place/Heaviest Swordfish Contact: Doris Harris, directow@keywestfishingtournament.com, (800) 970-9056 P. O. Box 2154, Key West, FL 33045 American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour June 14, 2008 - St Johns River, Florida American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour June 14, 2008 - Harris Chain of Lakes, Buzzard Beach, Florida 6th Annual Florida International University Scholarship Fishing Tournament June 15, 2008 - Miami Beach, Florida Captain's Party will be on Thursday, June 12, 2008. Reg. info: All net proceeds will be dedicated to the FIU Scholarship Fund. Entry fees: $350 per boat/team for up to (4) anglers if received by Friday, June 6, 2008 and $375 after this date. $50 will be added for each additional angler. Prize: Over $5000 in cash & prizes! Categories include: Largest Dolphin, Largest Fun Fish and Ladies & Juniors. Contact: FIU Alumni Relations, alumni@fiu.edu, (305) 348-3334, Fax: (305) 348-3636 11200 SW 8th ST, MARC 510, Miami, FL 33199 Gold Cup Tarpopn Tournament June 16-20, 2008 - Islamorada, Florida TARPON ON FLY Entry fees: $1250 Prize: TROPHIES Contact: CHARLOTTE AMBROGIO, CSASUN@AOL.COM, (305) 664-2444, Fax: (305) 664-3884 P.O. Box 1705, Islamorada, FL 33036 26th ANNUAL NSFA TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS June 20-22, 2008 - Fernandina Beach, Florida Reg. info: Part of Mercury Tournament Trail Entry fees: Entry Fee: $350 thru May 30th, then $400 Contact: Rick Langford , (904) 206-1821, Fax: (904) 277-4653 American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour June 21, 2008 - Lake Cypress, Florida American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour June 21, 2008 - Lake Seminole, Florida American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour June 22, 2008 - Lake Toho, , Florida 6th Annual Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic at Sandestin *** June 24-29, 2008 - Sandestin, Florida Highlights include: Tournament Limit Raised from 75 to 80 Teams Billfish Release Jackpots Added Boat Parade Moved from 6:30pm to 6:00pm On Saturday Boats Must Be Under the Destin Pass Bridge by 9:00p Reg. info: part of WORLD BILLFISH SERIES Entry fees: $5850 Level 1 Contact: Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic at Sandestin, info@fishecbc.com, (866) 5054458, Fax: (850) 2678178 Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic at Sandestin • 9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy W • Sandestin, FL 32550 Capt. Ed Dwyer's Otherside Invitational July 4-6, 2008 - Cape Canaveral, Florida fishing otherside of gulf stream for Yellowfin tuna, dolphin, wahoo, Billfish Reg. info: Contact Candy Dwyer Entry fees: 500.00 Prize: 20,000.00 plus prizes, based on a 40 boat field. Contact: Candy Dwyer, ticketfish@aol.com, (321) 631-3321, Fax: (321) 631-3351 4440 James Rd, Cocoa, Fl 32926 American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour July 5, 2008 - St Johns River, Florida 22nd Annual Bay Point Billfish Invitational Tournament *** July 9-13, 2008 - Panama City, Florida Contact: Josh McCulley, marina@baypoint.net, (850) 235-6911, Fax: (850) 2330221 Bay Point Billfish Invitational Tournament - PO Box 27880, Panama City, FL 32411 Ancient City Gamefish Association's Kingfish Challenge July 11-13, 2008 - St. Augustine Municipal Marina, Florida Tournament Site: St. Augustine Municipal Marina 904-825-1026 Captain's Meeting: 7:00 PM July 11th Jr Tourn. 7/11 7am - 4pm, Challenge 7/12 6:30am - 5pm and 7/13 6:30am - 4pm Fish: 7th and 8th Awards: Sunday night, July 8th Reg. info: Part of Mercury Tournament Trail Entry fees: Early $300 3/1 - 5/31 $350, After 5/31 $400 Prize: 1st Place $25,000 Guaranteed, Pays thru 20th place Contact: James Manucy, (904) 824-6436 Avid Angler, 2101 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd, St. Augustine, Florida 32084 American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour July 12, 2008 - St Johns River, Florida American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour July 12, 2008 - Harris Chain of Lakes, Buzzard Beach, Florida Del Brown Permit Tournament July 16-18, 2008 - Key West , Florida Permit on Fly on the Flats Entry fees: $1500 Prize: trophies Contact: Charlotte Ambrogio, csasun@aol.com, (305) 664-2444, Fax: (305) 6643885 P.O. Box 1063, Islamorda, FL 33036 American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour July 19, 2008 - Walk In Water, Florida American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour July 19, 2008 - Lake Toho, , Florida 28th ANNUAL AT&T GREATER JACKSONVILLE KINGFISH TOURNAMENT July 22-26, 2008 - Jacksonville, Florida Reg. info: Part of Mercury Tournament Trail Entry fees: $345 thru 2/18, $395 2/19-6/18, $425 after Contact: Mike Wheeler, (904) 251-3011 Back Country Classic July 25-26, 2008 - Naples, Florida Part of the Caloosa Tournament Series Entry fees: $250 Prize: $15,000 in Cash & Prizes Contact: Ron Riley, caloosa14@aol.com, (239) 671-9347 Saltwater Showdown August 7-10, 2008 - Pompano Beach, Florida Entry fees: $325 Contact: Bluewater Movements, info@bluewatermovements.com, (954) 725-4010, Fax: (954) 725-4070 Blue Water Movements, Inc. -PO Box 50114- Lighthouse Point, FL 33064 The Gauntlet Elimination Series Final August 8-9, 2008 - Pompano Beach, Florida 4 teams Friday, 2 teams Saturday Blue Water Movements, Inc. -PO Box 50114- Lighthouse Point, FL 33064 American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour August 16, 2008 - Lake Cypress, Florida Cape Canaveral Mac Attack Tournament August 22-24, 2008 - Port Canaveral, Florida Host Hotels: Radisson 321-784-0000 and Econo Lodge 321-632-4561 Reg. info: Site: Fish Lips Bar and Grill Entry fees: early $325, late $350 Contact: Salty Marine, 904-669-8353 Wal-Mart FLW Redfish Series September 4-6, 2008 - Fernandina Beach, Florida Prize: $20,000 first, 40 places paid American Bass Anglers American Fishing Tour September 6, 2008 - Lake Cypress, Florida Summer Slam September 12-13, 2008 - Captiva, Florida Part of the Caloosa Tournament Series Contact: Ron Riley, caloosa14@aol.com, (239) 671-9347 Islamorada Fall Fly Bonefish Tournament September 17-19, 2008 - Islamorada, Florida bonefish on fly Entry fees: 41000 Prize: trophies Contact: Charlotte Ambrogio, csasun@aol.com, (305) 664-2444, Fax: (305) 664-3884 P.O. Box 1063, Isalmorada,FL 33036 Wal-mart Bass Fishing League BFL September 20-21, 2008 - St Johns River, Palatka, Florida Entry fees: $200 boater $100 co-angler Prize: $5100 boater $3000 Co Angler plus Ranger Boat Bonuses Bassmasters Weekend Series September 20-21, 2008 - Kissimmee chain , Florida Entry fees: $300 boater $150 co-angler Walmart Bass Fishing League BFL September 27-28, 2008 - Lake Okeechobee, Okeechobee City, Florida Redbone@Large Mosquito Lagoon Celebrity Tournament October 11-13, 2008 - New Smyrna Beach, Florida part of IGFA Rolex series and Mercury Redbone series Contact: Susan Ellis, info@redbone.org, (305) 664-2002, Fax: (305) 664-9036 Bonefishing World Championship Fall All Tackle October 13-17, 2008 - Islamorada, Florida bonefish on bait , spin, plug or fly Entry fees: $1000 Prize: trophies Contact: Charlotte Ambrogio, csasun@aol.com, (305) 664-2444, Fax: (305) 664-3884 P.O. Box 1063, Islamorada, FL 33036 GATORS KING MACKEREL TOURNAMENT October 31, 2008 - Treasure Island, Florida Reg. info: Part of Mercury Tournament Trail JEB BUSH Florida Classic - Billfish Tournament December 12-14, 2008 - Fort Lauderdale, Florida In addition to a fun-filled day of great golf and an exciting offshore fishing competition, the event includes a private V.I.P. cocktail reception hosted by Governor Jeb Bush, and a black-tie optional gala and charity auction. Contact: Todd Kirkpatrick, rtkirk95@aol.com, (954) 817-6262