Copyright SANIBEL-CAPTIVA - Island Reporter, Islander and Current | https://www.captivasanibel.com | 2340 Periwinkle Way P.O. FISH ON!!! Our staff is standing by to help you book your stay and answer any questions you may have about your relaxing Old Florida getaway. Angler Dave Preston and Capt. The 59th Annual Gold Cup Invitational Tarpon Fly Fishing Tournament, one of the most revered fly fishing tournaments in the world, is known wherever anglers pursue the Silver King with a fly. will disqualify the angler for the entire tournament. The 2021 'Ding' Darling Doc Ford's Tarpon Tournament was a great success! For all tournament photos click here! Second place team Fort Myers Marine, led by captain Bryan Waid, caught two fish and won $14,125. 2001 The Tarpon Club's Inaugural Mega Money Tarpon Tournament, Boca Grande $197,500 1st Place Champions(*Record--largest single place purse in a Boca Grande open tournament*) 2000 Featured and Ranked (Capt. Luis and I cannot thank Hardy Fly Fishing enough for their support in the 2021 Gold Cup Tarpon Tournament," said . Key West. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge.. Preston says, Its humbling to even be invited to fish the Gold Cup, and Capt. Tarpon Tournament. If you have questions about tournament entry or sponsorship please contact Robert A. It has awarded $261,724 to tournament winning teams during its nine-year history. Were coming up on the 10 year anniversary, and to date theres been over $730,000 raised for Ding Darling and their conservation efforts in our community. years and pulled in a total of 119 releases for the week. The Gold Cup is an all release, fly fishing invitational that has attracted many premier fly fishermen and guides throughout its 56 year history. Luis Cortes6850 Points, Press Release:Angler Dave Preston and Guide Luis Cortes win 59th annual Gold Cup Invitational Fly Fishing Tarpon Tournament, 59th Annual Gold Cup Invitational Fly Fishing Tarpon Tournament. Tarpon Tournament. | All rights reserved. Anglers are challenged to catch at least one Tarpon, Redfish, Snook, Seatrout, Snapper, Bonefish, and Black Drum. N 26 53.668 23, 1995 | Updated Oct. 4, 2005. We hope you make plans to attend this great fundraising event! The 59th Gold Cup Tarpon Tournament will take place June 20-24, 2022. Please contact Abby Kronk, Tournament Director, should you have ANY questions not answered here! As a Tampa native I will never forget the excitement of fishing the Tampa Tarpon Tournament. The tournament was won by BTT's Director of Science and Conservation, Dr. Aaron Adams, with Tim Smith and Jeffrey Forte following behind in second and third place. The 93rd Annual Tournament is scheduled to begin on Saturday, May 6th, and continue through Sunday, June 11th. Talented Fly-Anglers were able to pull in a total of 103 fish during the five-day stretch, consisting of 70 Release and 33 Weight Fish, the best tarpon fishing during this prestigious tournament in some time. Charlie . Since then, everyone from amateurs to presidents have traveled to Southwest Florida in their attempt to catch the Silver King. For 2022, the Texas Tarpon Tournament Series will consist of a number of individual tournaments for amateur and pro/guide anglers to compete separately. Charlie Causey, guided by Captain Hank Brown won the tournament in 1986 and as the 1987 Tournament Chairman, Charlie along with other conservation-minded anglers voted to change the Don Hawley Tarpon Tournament to catch and release only. Camp ASCCA. Register now to save your spot in our annual World's Richest Tarpon Tournament! It is a wonderful opportunity for a fly angler to fish for tarpon uninterrupted for five days, to meet new and old friends and to support the Guides Trust Foundation. To celebrate the historical moment and Southwest Floridas history of fishing, the Ding Darling Wildlife Society & Doc Fords began the Ding Darling & Doc Fords Tarpon Tournament. Tarpon are world-class game fish and are easy to access directly off Sarasotas beautiful beaches. Please be sure to leave a voicemail and we will call you back ASAP, thank you!**. Preston says, Its humbling to even be invited to fish the Gold Cup, and Capt. In the 2021 tournament just a couple months ago, the winning team won roughly $45k! The event remains five days long and participants can fish with either 12 pound or 16-pound tippet. The 59th Annual Gold Cup Invitational Tarpon Fly Fishing Tournament, one of the most revered fly fishing tournaments in the world, is known wherever anglers pursue the Silver King with a fly. 471 Park Ave. Ste. snapshots of boca grande. A special thanks to Ding Darling and their staff! To come out on top in 2021 was the experience of a lifetime, and to be able to repeat and carry this feeling on for the next 365 days is everything we could dream of and then some. Fourth place winner Team Jason & the Tarpon Knots, with captain Jason Smith, won $5,650; fifth place winner Team Chasin Poon, with captain Matt Mitchell, took home $2,825. Dec. 1, 2019 - July 31, 2020: Key West Fishing Tournament. This year's 2023 Edition marks the tournament's 93rd year of sanctioned competition. 3 (Pink Pony Courtyard) "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge, making a real difference. Great vintage fishing item for the collector. For additional information, including current results and sponsors, please visit the website at www.GoldCupTT.com. The ninth annual Ding Darling & Doc Fords Tarpon Tournament on May 14 netted $180,000 from event sponsorships and donations. This painting represented the 2022 World's Richest Tarpon Tournament in Boca Grande, Florida. Guests may be added for an additional $125 per person per night. June 10, 2021 @ 8:00 am - June 12, 2021 @ 5:00 pm. Angler Dave Preston and Capt. The 2021 Ding Darling Doc Fords Tarpon Tournament was a great success! We would like to congratulate the following teams: The Fingers OBannon Memorial Fishing Tournament is a prestigious invite only tournament dedicated to the life and memory of the late Floyd Fingers OBannon. Luis Cortes. "Capt. Days. The 59th Annual Gold Cup Invitational Tarpon Fly Fishing Tournament, one of the most revered fly fishing tournaments in the world, is known wherever anglers pursue the Silver King with a fly. Sarasota, FL 34243 They are one of one of the rare teams to catch the 5 weight fish limit by day 4, allowing the last day of fishing to consist of chasing release fish that are at least 4 feet long, instead of chasing the biggest fish that would count as weight fish. The 12th Annual Ladies Howl at the Moon. P.O. Were extremely grateful to our fellow competitors, the tournament organizers, and the anglers and guides who have come before us to make the event what it is today.. See the Rules for more details. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge is the location of the first recorded tarpon caught on rod and reel. Weekly winners and winners of the fly division and most releases will all compete in a 2-day Fish-Off weekend to determine overall winner whose name is inscribed on the historic trophy. Those just getting into the sport are welcome. The Hawley was the first tarpon . Top 5 anglers will be awarded from each of the 3 tournaments, and the top 20 teams will qualify for Finale Day. The Kick-Off Event this year will once again be held at Joyland, 8341 Lockwood Ridge Road in Sarasota on Wednesday night, May 3rd, check-in begins at 6:30 PM, dinner is included with your Entry Fee, and a cash bar will be available. 2021 Angler Julian Robertson & Captain Rob Fordyce. @ Joyland 2021 Gasparilla Island Kids Classic Tarpon Tournament. In third place, captain Whitney Jones Team Whitneys Bait & Tackle caught the first fish of the day and took home $8,475. For information, including current results and sponsors, visit www.GoldCupTT.com. Tarpon Tournament. June 10, 2021 @ 8:00 am - June 12, 2021 @ 5:00 pm. 2021 Howl at the Moon Tarpon Tournament. Join us for a fun summer of tarpon fishing! This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. The "Ding" Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge reported that the 9th Annual "Ding" Darling & Doc Ford's Tarpon Tournament on May 14 awarded $56,500 in prizes to five winning teams out of 55 registered teams. Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic. Awesome salt water collectible! If youre looking to make new friends, have some fun, and test your angling skills, fish with us, and yours could be the next name on that trophy. We are happy to announce our second annual tournament hosted by Tarpon Lodge. We cant thank Doc Fords enough for their incredible show of support these past nine years, Miller said. Box 809, Sanibel Island, FL 33957 | 239-472-1587, Congratulations to Tanner, who now wears the coveted pink tarpon jacket,, Its kind of like the green Masters tournament jacket in golf. The 2021 tournament paid out $56,500 in prizes to five winning teams out of 55 registered teams. If you are interested in receiving an invitation, please send us your email below. P.O. 2021 Lee County Parks & Rec Youth Fishing Tournament. The real honor is for the overall winning team to have their names added to the 59-year-old perpetual trophy. The Grand Isle International Tarpon Rodeo is the oldest fishing tournament in the U.S. Were extremely grateful to our fellow competitors, the tournament organizers, and the anglers and guides who have come before us to make the event what it is today.. Second Runner Up Angler, Nathaniel Linville, from Key West, FL, and his Guide, Capt. Once a boat/captain is entered and the entry fee paid, the individual team members/anglers may change throughout the tournament. Talented Fly-Anglers were able to pull in a total of 103 fish during the five-day stretch, consisting of 70 Release and 33 Weight Fish, the best tarpon fishing during this prestigious tournament in some time. Craig Brewer with a fish weighing approximately 139 pounds. The Cabbage Key Open originated in 2002 as a tournament simply known by many as the Hooters tournament at Cabbage Key. The team caught and released a total of four fish. Second time Grand Champion Angler, Dave Preston from Miami, FL, and Guide to Grand Champion, Capt. Alt-Fish-Off: Sat., June 18, Southern Side of Stump Pass The Grand Isle International Tarpon Rodeo was first conceived in 1928, which makes it the longest-running fishing tournament in the United States. . Gold Cup Tarpon Tournament - Islamorada, FL. Key West. DIVISIONS: Guided, Unguided, or Offshore. # 727-934-6920 --OR-- CLUB@TARPONTENNIS.COM. 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. This fishing tournament raises almost $25,000 annually for Rotary International and local projects. Plus, it is an opportunity to remind anglers, both professional and amateur, about the importance of ethical and responsible fishing.. The Tarpon Tournament has been an annual event here in Sarasota since 1930. Box 704, Boca Grande, Florida 33921 Tarpon fishing is also very good for the resident fish up in the bay and offers a lot of opportunities in many directions. Online Registration will begin shortly and SPONSORSHIPS are available. Anglers photo-recorded 15 tarpon catches this year. THURSDAY, JUNE 24 (Shrimp Boil, Social) FRIDAY, JUN 25 (Registration) SATURDAY, JUN 26 (Tournament) Tarpon Rodeo Pavilion- Grand Isle, LA. Please see the Rules and your invitation for more details. Rotary General Fund Grant. . For more information please contact William Woodroffe at (813) 310- 1609. Box 1407 431 Park Avenue Boca Grande, Fl. threatened the area just days beforehand. Entering the Worlds Oldest Tarpon Tournament makes this game even more exciting because anglers not only have the chance to compete against the Silver King, but also, their fellow anglers. The historic GCTT trophy is showcased locally at The Florida Keys Outfitters. Eric Herstedt, earned 5295 points. Often referred to as the "grand-daddy of fishing . 2017 Bart Beasley with Captain Perry Coleman. The real honor is for the overall winning team to have their names added to the 59-year-old perpetual trophy. Glory anyone? The 2022 Herman Lucerne Memorial is a two-day tournament on September 16-18th, 2022 with a unique seven-species format to benefit the angler experience of Everglades National Park. 59-2240895. The Project Tarpon Texas Tournament Series has continued the legacy of Texas tarpon tournaments for fifteen years. July 28 - 30, 2022. The entry includes reservations for the tournament banquets for you and your guide. Specialties: Newly semi-private Crescent Oaks Golf Club is part of locally owned Ace Golf including nearby Wentworth Golf club and New Tampa's Pebble Creek Golf Club. The DDWS organizes the tournament with Doc Ford's Rum Bar . 8341 Lockwood Ridge Rd, The 2021 "Ding" Darling Tarpon Tournament rewarded the winners a combined $56,500 in prizes, but more importantly, sponsorships and donations accounted for $180,000. The tournament participants range from the expert to the novice who is trying to improve his fishing skills. The Gold Cup Tournament is an all-release, fly fishing only tournament. See official results page here. The Tarpon Fly Fishing Invitational is a two day invitational tournament sponsored by various companies such as Power-Pole, Costa Del Mar and more, for the benefit of Captains for Clean Water. Bring your spouse or guest, they'll enjoy the luau, opening and . Migrating Tarpon average 70 to 140 pounds. Whether your golf tournament is a corporate event or a charity fundraiser, your players will experience private club course conditions and first-class service from our . A leader-touch is the 6 line from the hook to the anglers main line that needs to be touched and photographed to prove a caught fish. Published Jun. The 2021 tournament paid out $56,500 in prizes to five winning teams out of 55 registered teams. To come out on top in 2021 was the experience of a lifetime, and to be able to repeat and . The 28th Annual Fingers O'Bannon Invitational Memorial Snook Tournament. Held in Boca Grande Pass, FL. CATEGORIES: Inshore Guided Division: Heaviest Spotted Seatrout (Spec) State laws apply . 471 Park Ave. Ste. These are five of the most expensive saltwater fishing tournaments in terms of entry fee and overall winning pot. 2021 World's Richest Tarpon Tournament. The first-place prize of $25,425 went to Team Tarpon Time, including captain Tanner Miller and team members Stephanie Miller, Eric Davis, and Ryan Clase. Tarpon and fishing archives. Go Anglers!! Focusing on sportsmanship, the Project Tarpon Texas Tournament Series is a friendly competition among the best tarpon anglers in Texas. 2021 WRTT Registration Form. This reputable team caught 5 Release Fish and 2 Weight Fish weighing 94.5 and 78.1 pounds. We are happy to announce plans for the 35th Annual Faro Blanco Tarpon Tournament! Dave Prestons never failing positive attitude and passion for conservation has been evident over the 10 years that he has fished the tournament. World's Richest Tarpon Tournament. You may not enter the tournament once it has started. Earnings combined sponsor . For additional information, including current results and sponsors, please visit the website at www.GoldCupTT.com. Its time to fish! All proceeds are directed to the Guides Trust Foundation, which helps local fishing captains during times of need. Not only that, but this tournament is the only Tarpon tournament where 100% of the entry fees go right back to the winning captains. Luis and I cannot thank Hardy Fly Fishing enough for their support in the 2021 Gold Cup Tarpon Tournament," said Gold Cup-winning angler Dave Preston. 2022, 2021, 2020,2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004 . Because all boat registration fees go into the awards purse, sponsorship partners are extremely important to this tournament, DDWS Executive Director Birgie Miller said. The tarpon, also known as the Silver King is the top sportfish in the area. Wells III at Rob@tarponlodge.com or call 239-283-3999. The Key West Fishing Tournament strongly encourages the release of game fish. YOUR #1 SOURCE FOR BASS TOURNAMENTS IN FLORIDA. Craig Brewer with a fish weighing approximately 139 pounds. COGC features a newly upgraded Steve Smyer's design golf course and large banquet/meeting center. Theyve already committed for the 2022 tourney, which will take place May 13 to celebrate the tournaments 10th anniversary., We are so grateful for this fundraiser, because not only does it add much-needed dollars to the refuge budget, it also supports our conservation mission, Supervisory Refuge Ranger Toni Westland said. May 15 - May 20, 2021 Marathon Key, Florida. With 100% of the entry fees going back into prizes for the participating anglers, the only way the charity (DDWS) raises support for conservation is through its sponsorships and other donations. More than 40 species of fish are targeted during the multimonth tournament, with divisions for men, women, junior anglers (ages 10 to 15) and Pee Wees (under 10 years old). Past Champions. The Key West Fishing Tournament strongly encourages the release of game fish. You can donate online by clicking the Donate button. Originally called the Tarpon Tomorrow Texas Tournament Series, Project Tarpon has carried the Texas Tournament Series banner for nearly a decade. The tournament was the first tarpon tournament to stop the killing of tarpon. + Google Calendar + Add to iCalendar. Referral Program-Get Paid to refer a friend! I have enjoyed the Refuge since I was a kid. All of that money went to to support conservation efforts at the J.N. . Anglers photo-recorded 15 tarpon catches this year. The Gold Cup Invitational Tarpon tournament is the one of the oldest Tarpon tournaments in the United States. First place team captain Jesse Craddock and mate Kaelin Olayer on the Flyin Hawaiian with a team of Mary Brooker, Shawn Brooker, Erin Lykins and Laurie Burcaw caught the most fish . Office Hours: Monday-Friday 10 am to 3 pm, 2018 Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce. "Ding" Darling and Doc Ford's 9th Annual Tarpon Tournament is coming up on May 14th, and I'm excited to sponsor the event this year. We provide a full schedule of seasonal activities and round-robin tournaments. Each year our club, along with the Mobile Sunrise Club, organizes, hosts and conducts the Rotary Tarpon Tournament this area. 17th Annual Howl at the Moon. Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce The Don Hawley Invitational Tarpon Fly Tournament was organized by Dick Pope, Jr. in 1975 to honor the great Don Hawley whom passed away in 1974. Email Lily Taylor at info@bocagrandechamber.com with any questions. This 3-day event kicks things off on Thursday with the Captain's Meeting and goes through . Register now to save your spot in our annual Worlds Richest Tarpon Tournament! Five weight fish (70 pounds minimum) can be measured for weight points with 10 points awarded per pound. Awards will be given for various categories and will consist of artwork by notable wildlife artists, as well as fishing tackle and accessories. In the sixties this was big, really BIG! Second Runner Up Angler, Nathaniel Linville, from Key West, FL, and his Guide, Capt. For those that dont know, each year in the month of May Doc Fords is the host venue for the best tarpon tournament in the state of Florida. . Still, the celebration continues with the Epiphany Lecture Series 7 p.m. Friday at St. Nicholas cathedral, the Epiphany Golf Tournament on Saturday at Innisbrook, and the Epiphany Ball 6:30 p.m . Anglers photo-recorded 15 tarpon catches. Competition for a Cause! There will also be a single-day Junior Tourney and our Annual Awards Banquet. The tournament is an invitation only tournament. Also provided, are DNA kits where anglers can swab the fish to gather DNA to be sent back to a lab for research purposes. Beautiful pin from a Tarpon tournament in Mexico!! His death on September 27, 1993 prompted many to take action to remember his legacy. Max of 60 teams. The foundation . The 2020 population of Tampa is 392,890. To do that, the Tournament partners with a selected non-profit organization annually and donates a portion of the proceeds to that charitable organization. The first place prize of $25,425 went to Team Tarpon Time, including captain Tanner Miller and team members Stephanie Miller, Eric Davis and Ryan Clase. Things like book signings, retail sales, and location specific events. Copyright Gold Cup Tarpon Tournament. Please get in touch with us if you would like to talk to a sponsorship representative. The Gold Cup Tarpon Tournament is known worldwide, wherever anglers pursue the Silver King with a fly. A Florida Tarpon Fly Fishing Tradition Since 1975. Along with the season, comes a plethora of tarpon tournaments, including Capt. 3 (Pink Pony Courtyard) There will be a separate guide tournament to correspond with the second amateur tournament. The tournament was first held in Islamorada in the Florida Keys and has been hosted there ever since.