Novice anglers are invited to fish the non-intimidating “Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing” Screamin’ Reels Tournament May 17-19 in Islamorada.
Hosted by the nonprofit Ladies Let’s Go Fishing Foundation, the tournament begins Friday, May 17 with a presentation on fishing rules and conservation, plus a meet-and-greet from 6:30 to 8 p.m at the Tavernier Elks Club.
Friendly fishing competition ensues the next two days on inshore or offshore charter boats, departing from Whale Harbor Marina and other locations. Individual angler prizes presented on Sunday, May 19 at Whale Harbor include Penn combos, art prints, shirts and more. Awards include top offshore and inshore fish, wild card prizes and more.
This tournament offers easy rules designed for novice anglers, where anglers learn skills as they fish. Those with no boat can secure charter boat slots, which fill quickly so early registration is encouraged. Registration is $95 early entry, $119 regular per adult angler, $55 for teens and includes about $20 in gifts. Optional charter boat slots are extra. Women may register their males and teens.
Featured on national network television and more, the series is supported by major partners including Recreational Fishing and Boating Foundation, Take Me Fishing, Vamos a Pescar, Mercury, Magic Tilt Trailers, Shearwater Boats, Power-Pole, Penn, TACO Metals, Lowrance, Fish and Wildlife Foundation of Florida and Fish Florida.
Registration and information are at www.ladiesletsgofishing.com.
