Monthly Archives: January 2010
TryCharterFishing.com
Please check out TryCharterFishing.com, your source for everything Florida Keys charter fishing and Florida Keys vacation planning.
I’m in the process of updating the site as we speak. There’s a wealth of good info here- including a Florida Keys species guide of what you will catch in the Keys.
First Florida Keys Swordfishing Trip of 2010
Wasn’t the monster we wanted-and may have had hooked up at one point- but we got a keeper.
Leon Shell Memorial Sailfish Tournament
Leon Shell Memorial Billfish Tournament Raises Money for Hospice of the Florida Keys
Every winter enthusiastic anglers gather in the Middle Keys to share a passion for fishing, and more importantly, to raise money for an organization that may one day play a vital role in all of our lives: the Hospice and Visiting Nurses of the Florida Keys.
Since its inception in 1998, the Leon Shell Memorial Billfish Tournament has raised over $125,000 for Hospice, including $25,000 in 2009 alone. Additionally, each year the Leon Shell raises money for a Youth Division that awards academic scholarships to young anglers looking to pursue higher education.
The non-profit Leon Shell Tournament, and the wonderful donations made annually to Hospice, are made possible only with the support of the local citizens and businesses of the Florida Keys.
We are currently accepting sponsors for this year’s event, as well as items that can be auctioned at the awards banquet. These tax-deductible sponsorships are not only a great way to support a worthy cause, but also help to promote your company through radio and television ads, tournament press releases, tee shirts, posters, and more.
The Leon Shell Memorial Billfish Tournament, to be held March 5-7, is quickly becoming Marathon’s premier sailfish tournament, with 20 boats competing in 2009 for a $25,000 top cash prize.
With your help and support, we look to continue the success of the event and exceed last year’s donation to Hospice and Visiting Nurses of the Florida Keys.
Please lend a hand in helping those that aid us in need.
To become a sponsor or register to compete in the tournament, please call the Key Colony Beach Marina at (305) 289-1310. For questions and additional information visit www.leonshelltournament.com or email Drew Dinan at ddd@lonestaroh.com.
Thank you for your support!
New Year’s Eve Swordfishing
It would have been nice to catch a keeper, but two swords caught and released is not a bad way to close out the year.
The last sunset of 2009 wasn’t bad either!
If anyone is interested in daytime swordfishing in the Florida Keys please email me at Drew@fromtheyak.com, or fill out the inquiry form found on TryCharterFishing.com.
Catching a swordfish 1,600 feet below the surface of the Atlantic is a one-of-a-kind experience that every angler should experience during his or her lifetime.
Props go out to Captain Ty Price for another successful “mission” aboard the Permit.
Thanks for the photos Trey!
Second to last sword of 2009. Probably could not have been caught without the matching visors (I knew I should have worn the beige one).
Jeff Reilly with a clean swordfish release.
Jeff and Trey with our last sword of 2009. Also released unharmed.
What a great way to close out the year!
Happy New Year!
Cat Recreational Vehicle
You just never know what you’re going to see here in the Keys!
This is a photo of my neighbor “walking” his cat. The cat is riding in a “cat recreational vehicle,” a term dubbed by my neighbor who created this unique device.
Poor thing…
Thanks for the photo Lauren!
