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
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