The Grand Slam Plug Tournament Trout, Redfish & Snook
Ph 850-549-5616
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April 23th, 24th & 25th, 2021
The Fingers O’Bannon Memorial Fishing Tournament is a prestigious invite only tournament dedicated to the life and memory of the late Floyd “Fingers” O’Bannon.
Born October 10, 1926 Fingers O’Bannon became famous for fishing our pristine local waters. His death on September 27, 1993 prompted many to take action to remember his legacy.
On behalf of Cabbage Key and the O’Bannon family we would like to thank all past and present sponsors and congratulate previous winners and anglers that have made the tournament such a success year after year. As always, we look forward to your participation again this following year.
If you have questions about tournament entry or sponsorship please contact Robert A. Wells III at [email protected] or call 239-283-3999.
April 23 to April 26 in Islamorada
Robert James Sales Sunrise/Sunset Tarpon Tourney
The proceeds from the annual Redbone-at-Large tournaments benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Contestants and celebrities come to compete in this exciting and worthwhile event.
Entry fee is per two-angler team, which includes guide fee and social privileges for each angler and a guest.
contact: Susan Ellis 305-664-2002
email: [email protected]
Sea Hag Marina 352-498-3008
We are pleased to present CCBA's 26th Annual Fishing Tournament a hosted by MacRae's of Homosassa. Scheduled for April 24 & 25, 2021 with the Captain's Meeting to be held on Friday, April 23, 2021 at MacRae's of Homosassa at 6pm. This event is CAPPED at 200 entries
April 24 in Islamorada
"Earth Day" Lionfish Derby
Details to be determined
contact: 305-852-0030
email: [email protected]
April 25 to April 28 in Islamorada FL
Herman Lucerne Memorial Tarpon Cup at Islander Resort
Named after the man known affectionately as "Mr. Everglades," anglers are challenged with targeting multiple species in the hard-to-reach yet fruitful fishing areas of the Everglades that Lucerne favored. Team limits are set at 20.
Kick off is April 25 with fishing on the 26 - 28. contact: Kellie Trotta 561-346-3193
email: [email protected]
info: https://www.hermanlucernememorial.com/tarpon-cup-registration/
April 25 to April 28 in Islamorada FL
Herman Lucerne Memorial Tarpon Cup at Islander Resort
Named after the man known affectionately as "Mr. Everglades," anglers are challenged with targeting multiple species in the hard-to-reach yet fruitful fishing areas of the Everglades that Lucerne favored. Team limits are set at 20.
Kick off is April 25 with fishing on the 26 - 28. contact: Kellie Trotta 561-346-3193
email: [email protected]
info: https://www.hermanlucernememorial.com/tarpon-cup-registration/
April 30 to May 2 in Marathon FL
Marathon Offshore Bull and Cow Dolphin Tournament
Please note: dolphin is Mahi Mahi aka dorado, not the mammal
This boat team event is broken down into seven different divisions and anglers vie for top dollar prizes.
This Florida Keys fishing tournaments teams can have up to six registered anglers with a field of 60 - 69 boats. With over $30,000 in prizes, contestants will be awarded for the largest bull and cow combined, plus cash prizes are also given for wahoo, tuna, tripletail, grouper and snapper division winners.
contact: 305-289-0199
registration: https://marathonoffshoretournament.com/registration-form/
April 30 to May 2 in Islamorada
Nick Sheahan Dolphin Rodeo - Tavernier Creek Marina
Please note: dolphin is Mahi Mahi aka dorado, not the mammal
This Florida Keys fishing tournaments focus honors the memory of Nick Sheahan, a Florida Keys student. Over $160,000 to date has been generated to provide community scholarships for Coral Shores High School graduates.
This Florida fishing event includes separate entry fees for adults and children. Cash prizes are awarded plus there's a $25,000 prize for anyone who brings in the largest bull beating the State dolphin record.
contact: 305-393-3709
email: [email protected]
Sea Hag Marina 352-498-3008
$50.00 entry fee
Largest Trout- $2,000
2nd Largest Trout- $500
3rd Largest Trout- $250
Largest Legal Redfish- $1,000
2nd Largest Legal Redfish- $500
Largest Cobia- $500
Kids Division: Prizes for Largest Trout, Largest Redfish, and Largest Shiner
Plus LOTS of great door prizes!
Weigh-In will be at Sea Hag Marina, Steinhatchee, FL
100% of proceeds from Casting for Christ will go towards Aucilla Christian Academy Athletics.
Aucilla Christian is a Christ-centered college preparatory school, serving North Florida and South Georgia, "Where Christ is First" in all things. ACA provides a variety of interscholastic sports programs for students in grades 7-12. There is a no-cut policy and no fees are required for students to participate in athletics at ACA.
In 2021 it's all about the Elite Redfish Series Teams. All event are opens with great paybacks and prizes on the line. Less travel, lower entry fees and larger paybacks. The ERS is America's Premier Saltwater Tour...
The ERS are 2 angler team format events. Check out FB/EliteFishingLeague for the 1 angler per boat with referee weighing each catch and immediate release of each fish with the focus on quantity of fish caught, weighed and immediately released.
Ph 850-591-0575 email [email protected]
May 2 to May 5 in Marathon
Tarponian Tournament
When the tarpon run, spring is here. Dynamic, and fun, this three evening tournament requires that teams fish with a different captain each evening.
This Florida Keys fishing tournaments teams also rotate among the three major bridge channels in Marathon FL, so any potential "hot spots" are shared among all anglers.
contact: David Breznicky (primary contact) 215-542-1492 OR
Donna Vankirk (secondary contact) 305-393-0699
email: [email protected]
Ph Caresse Chase 772-286-9373
May 7 to May 8 in Marathon
15th Annual Mother’s Day Dolphin Tournament
This popular annual event features several cash prizes awarded to anglers for this one-day tournament. A combined total of $8,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded for the heaviest fish and to anglers who finish second through fifth place. Event benefits Habitat for Humanity of the Middle Keys.
contact: Chris at 305-743-9828
email: [email protected]
South Seas
Call 239-243-1533 email [email protected]
Participants who requested a refund lost their spot and starting position in the tournament. All new participants for 2021 are required to register for $1,000 for a team of four ($500 for 2020 and $500 for 2021).
Sea Hag Marina 352-498-3008
May 17 to May 19 in Islamorada
Loop Golden Fly Invitational Tarpon Tournament
Test your casting skills against the mighty tarpon at this event. Special flies, and a tournament-furnished tippet not greater than 16-pound test add to the excitement of this popular event.
Weight and length restrictions apply for points. Eligible tarpon must measure at least 48 inches in length to earn release points. The tarpon also must weigh at least 70 pounds for weight points.
contact: Shandra Rummel
email: [email protected]
info: Golden Fly Tournament
May 17 to May 20 in Marathon
Faro Blanco Invitational Tarpon Tournament
This Florida Keys fishing tournaments format is extremely popular. For over 30 years this fun and entertaining three day tournament has been benefiting the Ronald McDonald Summer Camp program for disabled children.
Captains are drawn during the kickoff event, and anglers fish with a different captain each day.
contact: Donna Vankirk 305-393-0699
email: [email protected]
Ph 850-591-0575 email [email protected]
Sea Hag Marina 352-498-3008
21ST Anniversary Season
Registration for all Flatsmasters events will be available beginning January 2, 2021
Register at www.flatsmasters.com
Call 352-351-4663
and
! Tournament will run for the whole month of June and each team will turn in their biggest four fish total. There will be a Calcutta on largest snook as well.
page. In case of a tie breaker first team to reach overall length holds the lead.
Join us for our 2021 Ladies Fish Off Tournament June 3-6, 2021! Help us raise money and awareness for two great South Florida charities...The Flite Center and The Billfish Foundation.
Email [email protected]
June 4 to June 6 in Key Largo
Seventh Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament at Slippers Dockside Restaurant
With $60,000 in prize money, this Florida Keys fishing tournament allows each team to weigh in 2 fish per day with the total weight of the largest 3 fish determining the winner for the top prize of $20,000. 2nd place prize money is $10,000 plus $5,000 for third place winner. Daily cash prices, women's and junior cash prizes and trophies will also be presented.
contact: Dianne Harbaugh 305-522-4868
email: [email protected]
info: Dolphin Tournament Info
June 4 to June 6, Big Pine Key
Original Big Pine & Lower Keys Dolphin Tournament
Please note: dolphin is Mahi Mahi aka dorado, not the mammal
This Florida Keys fishing tournament's strategy focuses on catching the heaviest dolphin (mahi mahi aka dorada).
More than $35,000 in cash and prizes with a special cash prize of $20,000 awarded to the heaviest dolphin over 50 lbs (limited to the first 300 entrants).
contact: Susan K. Miller 305-872-2411
email: [email protected]
June 7 to June 11 in Islamorada 2021
Don Hawley Invitational Tarpon Tournament
Using fly tackle with a 12 pound or 16 pound tippet, a maximum of 25 of the world's top fly rod fishermen test their skill and mettle in this grueling 5 day challenge.
Named in honor of the late fly fisherman and conservationist Don Hawley, the tournament benefits the Guides Trust Foundation. The foundation assists professional fishing guides and supports backcountry fishery conservation programs.
email: [email protected]
info: Guides Trust Foundation Tournaments
June 11 to June 12 in Tavernier 2021
8th Annual Ladies Dolphin Tournament
The Florida Keys Elks Lodge is sponsoring this fishing tournament event as teams of female anglers fight to gain the highest combined weight of 3 dolphin fish. First - third place contestants receive cash and prices.
contact: Dianne Harbaugh 305-522-4868
email: [email protected]
info: http://floridakeyselks1872.com/
June 11 to 13, Islamorada 2021
Ladies Let's Go Fishing Screamin' Reels Tournament
Hosted by Ladies, Let's Go Fishing you'll want to participate in the fishing fun and win prizes at this favorite, easy going, non intimidating fishing competition. From your boat or charter boats you'll fish Islamorada, FL Keys offshore or inshore.
Planned events are:
. Friday: educational fishing presentation, rules, appetizer contest from 6-8 pm at Tavernier Elks.
. Saturday and Sunday: Fishing competition with prize awards at Whale Harbor Marina.
Species are legal inshore and offshore fish and remember this is prime time for fishing mahi (dolphin).
Advance registration required.
contact: Betty Bauman 954-475-9068
email: [email protected] or [email protected] info: Ladies Let's Go Fishing!
The Backcountry Classic Trout, & Snook
June 15 to June 17 in Islamorada 2021
44th Annual Ladies Tarpon Fly Tournament
This is a 3 day all fly fishing tarpon tournament for prizes.
contact: Shandra Rummel
email: [email protected]
June 18 to June 20 in Key West
9th Annual VFW Fishing Tournament
One of the Florida Keys family oriented fishing tournaments, anglers will receive cash prizes for dolphin, wahoo, snapper, grouper and tuna. Additional prizes are awarded for heaviest fish by a lady angler and heaviest fish by a juvenile angler, peewee angler, active duty angler, senior angler, and veteran angler. Heaviest Dolphin is worth $3,000, 2nd is $1,000 and 3rd is $500.00. Also tons of great door prizes.
contact: Pete Thomas 610-304-2392
email: [email protected]
info: Fishing Tournament Rules And Information
33rd Annual Pensacola Jr Anglers Billfish Tournament! June 18-19, 2021! Santa Rosa Yacht Club
Ph 850-453-4638
Ph 850-453-4638
The Summer Slam is an offshore tournament competition featuring paddle board races and obstacle course competitions on the beach with vendors and lots of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy! Fierce competition with $5,000 first place to the top angler, and lots of other awesome prizes and free giveaways throughout the day! Also come out for the kick off party at Brus Room in Pompano Beach Thursday June 17th for our HUGE raffle to benefit the Broward Children's form 5pm-9pm! NOTE: There will be changes to this event due to Covid-19 and EKFT will be following all the strict guidelines throughout the event.
June 21 to June 25 at Lor-e-le Restaurant and Marina in Islamorada, 2021
58th Annual Gold Cup Tarpon Tournament - 3rd Monday of every June
This 5 decade only annual celebration of this prestigious 4 day event allows a maximum of 25 fly rod anglers to test their skill against the mighty tarpon. Ted Williams, baseball icon and avid fly fisherman is one of this Florida Keys fishing tournaments founders.
Experienced tournament anglers and novices are welcome to compete. Tournament proceeds the Keys Guides Trust Foundation.
tournament application: https://www.goldcuptt.com/application/
June 23 to June 24, Islamorada 2021
IFC Captains Cup Dolphin Tournament
Teams of 4 compete for prizes as they test their skills to bring in the heaviest combined weight of 3 fish species. Top prize can be as high as $25,000.
Species are legal inshore and offshore fish and remember this is prime time for fishing mahi (dolphin).
contact: Diane Harbaugh 305-522-4868
Ph 850-591-0575 email [email protected]
Redfish & Snook
Join us at the iconic Tarpon Lodge Resort for a weekend "Funament" full of fishing, great food and drinks, prizes, and fun!
For over 30 years, MBG boat owners and their families have been coming together to share good food, fishing, and friendship. The charming Tarpon Lodge located in Pineland, FL will play host to this year’s Southwest Florida Owner’s Tournament for Maverick, Hewes, Pathfinder and Cobia owners and their guests. Located directly on the Pine Island Sound, the Tarpon Lodge is as well known for its proximity to world class fishing as it is for its exceptional dining. Join fellow MBG brand owners for a weekend of great fishing, food, and fun.
Dates: June 25th – June 26th, 2021
Important: Please contact The Tarpon Lodge Resort directly at 239-283-3999 for room reservations. Call them early – rooms fill up quickly!
We look forward to seeing everyone in June!
Ph 850-453-4638
is a long-time member of the Southwest Florida Seminole Club Board of Directors serves as Event & Ticket Chair.
and a member of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity when he was involved in a fatal car accident in October 2020. Proceeds from the fishing tournament will fund the Sean Shearman Scholarship, helping a local student heading to #FSU.
The Summer Lure Classic Trout & Redfish
The Red Snook Challenge Redfish & Snook
We are excited to announce the dates for the 2021 Herman Lucerne Memorial Backcountry Championships in Islamorada- September 17-19, 2021. We are still working on some of the logistics, lodging, etc, and as soon as we have the details locked down, we will open registration. Looking forward to seeing everyone, and stand by for more info.
The 2 Day Grand Slam each day
Sea Hag Marina 352-498-3008
