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What did the first permanent settlers of the Florida Keys do for survival? a. Salvaged shipwrecks and fished |
MULTISPECIES JUNIOR DERBY SET FOR NOV. 27-28 ISLAMORADA, Florida Keys -- The Islamorada Fishing Club's Junior Derby, set for Friday and Saturday, Nov. 27-28, encourages kids to get out and fish for nearly 50 species of fish including amberjack, barracuda, cobia, dolphin, hogfish and even lizard fish. The 2009 IFC Junior Derby events take place at the Islamorada Fishing Club, mile marker 82 bayside in Islamorada. Putting the focus on fun and sportsmanship, the derby is an all-release tournament. The IFC not only teaches the importance of fish conservation through catch-and-release, but also a sportsman-like ethic to the young anglers. All scoring is based on the honor system. Grand champion anglers are to be named in three age divisions -- super small fry (up to age 6), small fry (ages 7-10) and junior (ages 11-16). Separate grand champions are to be named in guided and unguided divisions within each age group, and many other prizes also await top anglers. Entrants are allowed to fish from a boat or from land, so kids can try their luck from any of the Keys' popular fishing bridges or shorelines. Points are to be awarded for both inshore and offshore species of fish, as well as flats and fly favorites: bonefish, tarpon, permit, snook and redfish. Anglers can enter up to three of a species for points. Any tackle except power reels can be used. Double points are awarded for fish caught on fly tackle. A kick-off party and rules meeting is set for 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27, at the IFC. Fishing is set for 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28. A banquet and awards presentation is to start at 6 p.m. at the IFC. Entry fee is $50 per angler, including the social ticket and ditty bag. Additional social tickets are available for $30 each. For more information, call (305) 664-3864 or e-mail sherri_trice@bellsouth.net. |
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New dates for two major Florida Keys Sailfish Tournaments! The Sailfish Open at Hawks Cay, an official leg of the Sailfish Pro Series, will be held January 8-10, 2010, followed by The Key Largo Sailfish Challenge the next weekend, January 15-17, 2010. In a joint announcement both the Sailfish Open at Hawks Cay and the Key Largo Sailfish Challenge have worked together to move their dates in an effort to better accommodate the anglers schedules. This will be the second year for the highly acclaimed Sailfish Open at Hawks Cay in beautiful Duck Key, Florida. The inaugural tournament attracted a fleet of 30 sportfishing teams paying out a whopping $250,000 in cash prizes, and is anticipated to grow fast. The three day tournament includes VIP parties and two days of highly competitive fishing, world class entertainment, gourmet food, top shelf open bar and a one-of-a-kind, custom-made Irish crystal trophy. The newly renovated Hawks Cay resort will be the host facility for this exciting new event. With its prime location in Duck Key, Hawk’s Cay offers easy access to the Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico for some of the best sailfishing in the Keys! In addition to great fishing, the resort has much to offer the entire family including a personal dolphin encounter experience, a kids club and beautiful pools! For additional information on fishing the Sailfish Open at Hawks Cay or becoming involved with the Sailfish Pro Series, contact Laura Emmole at 727-631-0072. For additional information on the Key Largo Sailfish Challenge, call (305) 852-9337. |