Fishing Tournaments

April 14 - May 25, 2008 - Any State,

BountyFishing, Home of the World's Largest Fishing Tournament and Fastest Growing Fishing Community on the Web. Online Fishing Tournaments. Open to everyone. Can be fished from anywhere in North America. Transform an average day on the water into a national competition. Spring Tournaments starting Apr 14,2008 with more cash prizes. Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Perch, Red Drum and Sea Trout. Visit us at BountyFishing.com for more info! Your next catch could win cash!

Contact: Customer Service, info@bountyfishing.com, 866-936-8689.

July 4, 2007 - December 31, 2008 - South Florida, Florida

Local Bass Tournaments monthly and weekly. Full tournament schedule.

Contact: Roy Singer, royasinger@aol.com, 954-232-8220.

March 21 - December 22, 2008 - Coast-To-Coast, Florida

If you are Surf or Shore Fisherman here is your chance to test your skills against Surf and Shore Fisherman around the World without having to leave your fishing region. Anglers, Teams and Heavyweight Division with a Cash Pot! To Find the Best Coastal, Country and the World Champion Surf & Shore Fisherman

Contact: Denise Cardwell, dcardwell@worldsurffishingcontest.org, 302.356.1123.

April 14 - May 25, 2008 - Any State,

BountyFishing, Home of the World's Largest Fishing Tournament and Fastest Growing Fishing Community on the Web. Online Fishing Tournaments. Open to everyone. Can be fished from anywhere in North America. Transform an average day on the water into a national competition. Spring Tournaments starting Apr 14,2008 with more cash prizes. Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Perch, Red Drum and Sea Trout. Visit us at BountyFishing.com for more info! Your next catch could win cash!

Contact: Customer Service, info@bountyfishing.com, 866-936-8689.

April 27 - September 14, 2008 - Olcott , New York

A fun affordable fishing tournament held by The Boat Doctors & Slippery Sinker in Olcott, NY. It is a weekly tournament and costs just $20 per boat for a week. ALL prize money is paid back to the entrants. There is a salmon division and a trout division. Each year the winner of the biggest fish during the season will become the Logo Guy. (the guy in the tournament logo).

Contact: Jim or Wes, starboard@olcottfishing.com, 716 778-8592 or 716 778-0713.

May 10 - September 27, 2008 - Kingsport, Tennessee

Bass fishing rodeo, entry fee 20.00 dollars per boat, 5 fish limit, no dead fish weighted in. Time 7:00pm to 12:00mn. Rodeos will be every saturday night.

Contact: Endle Greene, fishrunner37663@yahoo.com, (423)239-8517.

May 16-17, 2008 - Fort Myers, Florida

The Kayak Fishing Classic is a paddle-only, catch and release tournament in the Southwest Florida area. There will be captain's bags of goodies, plus great food at both the Captain's meeting on Friday night and the Awards Dinner on Saturday night.

Contact: Bill Stewart, billstewart@kayakfishingclassic.com, 239 936-4041,x13.

May 16-17, 2008 - Miami Beach, Florida

The MDDFC is a one day prestigious funfish tournament. With Jim "Mad Dog" Mandich as the host. A portion of the Proceeds go to Shake-A-Leg Miami.

Contact: Judy Layne, judy@maddogclassic.com, 305-667-0399.

May 17, 2008 - Seneca, South Carolina

At Lake Keowee, Gap Hill Landing.Take off at safelight. 1st place 1000.00 dollars guaranteed. Door Prizes. Big Fish $10.00 opt. Entry fee is tax deductible.All proceeds go to Mothers against Drunk Driving.

Contact: Tony Kopper, Bullet4kopper@bellsouth.net, 828-713-0959.

May 17-18, 2008 - Wabsh River - Vincennes, Indiana

May 17th - Wabash River - Vincennes - Kimmel Park - Night

Contact: Mike Mitchell, icatfish@comcast.net, 317-745-7584.

May 23-24, 2008 - Port Mansfield, Texas

This community service organization will be holding its fishing tournament from 6 p.m. Friday, May 23, to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 24 at Pt. Mansfield, Texas. Will have bay and offshore divisions. Bay entries are $20 per angler, offshore $75 per boat (up to 4 anglers). There will be big fish pots for most species. A percentage of the bay entry fees will be donated to the "Teach the Children" organization, while the remainder funds various community service activities throughout the year.

Contact: J.C. Blackwell, scootermc@hotmail.com, 956-689-2943.

May 24, 2008 - Fort Pierce, Florida

This annual tournament, the Treasure Coast’s oldest, runs out of Fort Pierce Inlet. Registration 6:00 pm Friday, May 23, tournament starts 6:30 am May 24. First prize is $1500 each for dolphin, grouper, and kingfish. Second prize is $750; third prize is $500 in each category. Top Boat Award is $1000. Net proceeds are donated to local youth-related charities for prevention of child abuse. Cost is $150 until May 15, $200 after.

Contact: John Binkley, janbinney@aol.com, 772-532-9375.

May 24, 2008 - Port Canaveral, Florida

23rd Annual Offshore Tournament. ALL PRIZES GUARANTEED, NO MINIMUM # OF BOATS! $2,500 Slam - 5 Species Catagories Dolphin, Wahoo, King mackerel, Red Snapper, Grouper ($1,000, $500, $250) $1,000 Top Ladies prize, Juniors $500, $250, $100 prizes Captain's meeting (5/23) & weigh-in (5/24) at Fish Lips. Entry fee $200

Contact: Dave Heil, dheil3@embarqmail.com, 407-492-1991.

May 29-31, 2008 - Miami & Key Largo, Florida

12th Annual Mercury Marine/Miami Kiwanis Dolphin Fishing tournament. $35,000 in GUARANTEED prize money. First prize is $10,000 with payouts through 20th place, even 17th place wins $1,000. One weigh station in Miami and the second in Key Largo. Trophies through 20th place plus Junior categories. All proceeds go to benefit local community projects. Captains meeting on Thursday, May 29th at The Black Point Ocean Grill. For all details visit www.KiwanisFishing.com

Contact: George Cadman, KiwanisFishing@prodigy.net, 305-322-3471.

May 30-31, 2008 - Miami Beach, Florida

The 12th annual Miami Dolphins Fishing Tournament starts with the popular Hook & Tackle Captains party on Friday night followed by a full day of fishng and award ceremony at the Miami Beach Marina. Join players, alumni, coaches and celebrities and help raise funds for the Miami Dolphins Foundation that benefit many South Florida Charities. In 2007, Over $275,000.00 was raised.

Contact: Stan Rudman, srudman@sportailor.com, 305.439.3355.

May 30 - June 2, 2008 - Little River, South Carolina

Description: Sponsor: North Myrtle Beach Chamber and Dixie Chicken Funament Dates: May 30th to June 2, 2008 Contact: Ron or Cathy McManus at (843) 249-1637 or the North Myrtle Beach Chamber 1-877-332-2662 Comments: eight species, inshore and outshore.

Contact: Jim Hulen, jhulen@sc.rr.com, 843.280.0382.

May 31 - June 27, 2008 - Olcott & Wilson, New York

The first of four in a series. Located along New York’s south shore of Lake Ontario, the Lake Ontario Pro-Am Series.The format for the tournament is peculiar in that it’s a team event based on ten points per fish and a point per pound, stretched out over two days of fishing. The teams with the highest point totals earn some great prizes, as well as the prestige of placing high in one of the most competitive events on the Great Lakes.

Contact: Bill Hilts, bhilts@niagara-usa.com, (800) 338-7890 ext. 303.

June 1, 2008 - Port Deposit, Maryland

Rockfish tournament based in Port Deposit, MD, open to all boats, $50 entry fee per person, 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes, door prizes and 50/50 drawing, visit www.portdepositcc.org for more information

Contact: Ed Conrad, kimberly@vips.com, 410-378-3902.

June 4-8, 2008 - Biloxi, Mississippi

One of the most fun filled tournaments on the Gulf Coast. Cash/Awards over $1,000,000.

Contact: Ron McLellan, director@marlininternational.com, 850-477-0857.

June 5-8, 2008 - Fort Myers Beach, Florida

The Caloosa Catch and Release, Presented by Maverick and Yamaha is the largest single site backcountry tournament in Florida. The crown jewel in the Caloosa Tournament Series which includes four tournaments. Over $30,000 in cash and prizes fishing for snook, redfish and trout and daily mystery fish. All anglers receive tournament bags full of gear and are treated to 2 breafasts and lunches and 3 gourment dinners including open bars. www.caloosacatchandrelease.com

Contact: Ron Riley, caloosa14@aol.com, 239-671-9347.

June 5-8, 2008 - Lighthouse Point, Florida

Tournament is open to female anglers only. Men may join in the fun as crew members. Cobia, dolphin, kingfish, blackfin tuna and wahoo are eligible. Kick-off party and registration are on June 5th. Fishing is on June 7th. Awards presentation is on June 8th. Get more details at ladiesfish-off.com

Contact: Mike Leach, mike@leach.com, 954-351-8849.

June 7, 2008 - Boca Raton, Florida

The Ides of June Saltwater Invitational Tournament is out of Boca Raton, Florida. A fun half day tournament and raft up party for the weekend warrior. Species are Dolphin, King, Wahoo, Tuna & Cobia. No professional fisherman please. This is a competitive, but amateur only tournament. Email with any questions.

Contact: Brian O, fish@idesofjune.com, 954 729-0284.

June 7-8, 2008 - Monroe Reservoir, Indiana

June 7th - Monroe Reservoir - Cutright Ramp - Night

Contact: Mike Mitchell, icatfish@comcast.net, 317-745-7584.

June 7-8, 2008 - Point Breeze, New York

2 day team tournament for trout and salmon. Pro and Am divisions. Scores based on 10 points per fish and 1 point per pound.

Contact: Mike Waterhouse, lureum@aol.com, 585-589-3103.

June 12-15, 2008 - Pompano Beach, Florida

Leg 2 of the Pompano Beach Saltwater Circuit. Over $150,000 in cash and prizes. Division for novice teams. See website for rules and further details.

Contact: Jamie Bunn, jbunn@bluewatermovements.com, 954-725-4010.

June 12-14, 2008 - Miami Springs, Florida

Miami Springs 7th Annual Charity Dolphin Tournament And Community Fish Fry.First prize $10,000 , 2nd $5,000 , 3rd $3,000 , 4th $2,000 , 5th $1,000 , 6th $750 , 7th $1,250.Special Ladies And Junior Divisons.Please go to our web site for more info: www.vgrec.com

Contact: Spencer Deno, fsdmd@netzero.net, 305-467-5235.

June 13-15, 2008 - CARRABELLE, Florida

The Big Bend Saltwater Classic fishing tournament was launched in 1989 by The Organization for Artificial Reefs, Inc. Since 1990, the Tournament has been a 3-day event set on Father's Day Weekend at Carrabelle Boat Club in Carrabelle, FL. It is a rodeo format featuring multiple species in three divisions for competitive fishing for Juniors to Pros. The Bend Saltwater Classic is the Fishing Family’s place to be on Father's Day Weekend in North Florida.

Contact: MICHELE CLARKE, bigbendsaltwaterclassic@gmail.com, 850.510.6045.

June 14, 2008 - Caffery Recreation Area - Lake Wallenpaupack, Pennsylvania

American Bass Association PA & NJ team points tournament. This is the first of 5 points tournaments. Top 20 teams based on points, plus the prior year's Champions will fish our annual "Classic" held on the Lake Saratoga Saratoga Springs, NY on October 24th & 25th. There will be a Wild Card berth to the Classic from our final Points tournament. See our website for details.

Contact: Fred W. Huch, fhuch@comcast.net, 484-356-5570.

June 14, 2008 - Eufaula, Alabama

Benefit tournament for Niemann-Pick Disease Research. Entry tax deductible. $110.00 per team, $11,250.00 purse based on 100 boats and use of sponsors products.. $1000.00 big fish. www.leekingbenefit.org.for more details and other opportunities to help us find a cure. God Bless & Good Fishn'

Contact: Capt. Sam Williams, hawk184@earthlink.net, 334 687 6266 334 355 5057 cell.

June 14, 2008 - Homestead, Florida

The 24th Annual Kiwanis Dolphin Days Tournament has increased its prize awards. Prizes are as follows: 1st place $5,000, 2nd place $2,500, 3rd place $1,250, and 4th through 7th places will win up to $1,000. Other cash-winning categories include Early Bird, Women, 1st Day Leader, Non-Dolphin, and Hard Luck.

Contact: Kiwanis Club of Homestead, ftcchair@homesteadkiwanis.org, 305-496-9493.

June 14-15, 2008 - Osakis, Minnesota

2 person teams 100 team maximum $8000 1st team prize, 20 team payback,$200/person entry fee

Contact: Mike Thesing, mj_thesing@yahoo.com, 320-859-4781.

June 14, 2008 - Miami Beach, Florida

Over $5,000 in Cash & Prizes awarded to Largest Dolphin, Largest Fun Fish and Ladies & Juniors categories. A portion of net proceeds will be dedicated to the Florida International Alumni Association Scholarship Fund.

Contact: Stephanie Martinez, alumni@fiu.edu, 305-348-1009.

June 21, 2008 - MIAMI, Florida

Don't let the"BIG ONE" get away. Awarded for Heaviest Dolphin 1st place $15,000 2nd place $7,500 3rd place $3,500 Top Lady Angler $2,500 PLUS!!! HEAVIEST DOLPHIN at each marina gets $1500.

Contact: Elliott Mason, elliott@sfasas.org, 888-689-5554.

June 23, 2008 - Port Canaveral, Florida

Captains Party Friday, June 22 6 p.m. Fishlips; - Weighin Saturday June 23rd Fishlips Guaranteed Payouts ($1,000, $500 $250) Five fish catagories Dolphin, Wahoo, Kingfish, Snapper, Grouper (except Warsaw) (weather day Sunday, June 24)

Contact: Dave Heil, dheil3@earthlink.net, 407-492-1991.

June 28-29, 2008 - Wabsh River Fort Qiatenon, Indiana

June 28th - Wabash River - Fort Ouiatenon - West Lafayette - Night

Contact: Mike Mitchell, icatfish@comcast.net, 317-745-7584.

June 28, 2008 - Port O\' Connor, Texas

The 18th Annual Pescado Grande Bay & Gulf Fishing Tournament will be held in Port O' Connor, TX. Along with great fishing this tournament will also showcase activities you will not want to miss!! Visit www.harboradvocacycenter.org for more information. Title Sponsors are Texas Saltwater Fishing, Falcon Point Ranch, Ganem & Kelly Surveying, Inc. In addition, Biggest Catch Sponsor is Port Lavaca Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

Contact: Virginia Hahn, t-harbor@tisd.net, 361-552-1982.

June 30 - July 2, 2008 - Islamorada, Florida

Winning anglers of over 55 IGFA 2007 qualifying tournaments on four continents compete over three days with different premier Keys guides fishing for tarpon, bonefish, permit, snook and redfish for prizes and the prestigious title. Contact: Denise Hartman 954-927-2628 or dhartman@igfa.org; or Pete Johnson at 480-951-3654 or johnsoncom@aol.com

Contact: Denise Hartman, dhartman@igfa.org, 954-927-2628.

July 3-6, 2008 - Hamilton, Bermuda

The Bermuda Billfish Blast will serve as the first leg of the Bermuda Triple Crown Billfish Championship. Boats fishing in the Blast compete for an estimated $250,000 in cash and prizes, while earning valuable points toward the BTC championship. Throw in a July 4th World Cup entry, and you will have a real shot at big fish and big rewards, all in Bermuda.

Contact: Dan Jacobs, dan.jacobs@bonniercorp.com, 407-571-4680.

July 9-13, 2008 - Hamilton, Bermuda

Don't miss a great opportunity to fish Bermuda's world-famous waters and compete with some of the best big-game crews. Teams fishing the Classic are automatically entered into the Bermuda Triple Crown Billfish Championship. And, teams fishing on boats manufactured by our boat sponsors will also be included in the Marlin Magazine Manufacturer's Cup competition. Add to that, $450,000 in cash/prizes, and you have one of the most exciting, family-friendly billfish tournaments in the world.

Contact: Dan Jacobs, dan.jacobs@bonniercorp.com, 407-571-4680.