Spent the Day at the Fort Lauderdale Boat show. The best show they have had for many years, congratulations on a superb event. I walked around the whole show at both venues and could not find any fishing shirts that could compete with ours in price, quality and customization. We still have the best product. Our new Eddie Bauer Fishing Shirts should be available this week:

Defend yourself from the sun, sweat and odors in our super lightweight, high-performance fishing shirt. This outdoor-ready style offers UPF 50+ protection and a moisture control system that actively moves moisture away from your body to keep you cool, dry and comfortable. Microban® - technology minimizes odors.
2.3-ounce, 100% polyester ripstop
100% polyester mesh upper back lining
Sun shield collar
Built-in rod holder
Two large fly box pockets with hook and loop closures
Zippered chest pocket
Utility loop and tool holder
Cape back with mesh ventilation
Hook and loop-fastened collar points
Roll sleeves with button tabs
Available in Boulder, Driftwood, Gulf Teal and White.
Adult Sizes: XS-4XL

The Short sleeve should be around $43.00 and the Long Sleeve $49

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2 Fishing tournaments for this weekend

There are 2 fishing tournaments this week end. Get some fishing shirts to keep the sun off and show your boat or team name.

October 4-5, 2013 - Sarasota, Florida   3rd Annual Fall Classic

In-Shore Fishing Tournament hosted by Sarasota Christian School. Redfish, Snook, Trout, Wild Card, Grand Slam photo release tournament. 75% entrance fees paid back as cash prizes. Entrance fee: $100 per angler & $50 per Jr. angler. Jr. Anglers will receive trophy and will be included in cash prizes.

October 4-5, 2013 - Placida, Florida       SWFL Rockin & Reelin

In-Shore & Off-Shore Tournament.Tournament is on a points based system.There will be no slot fish in the list of species, for details please log on to the webisite. Dont miss out on this fun tournament!

Next week fishing tournament for a great cause.

3rd Annual Shrine Hospitals for Children Benefit Bass Tournament

September 7, 2013 - Cumming, Georgia

Tournament to raise funds for Shrine Children's Hospitals. Entry: $150. (2 man boat) Incl Big Fish Prize of $250 Place: Little Hall Park Fishing Complex. Launch at Safelight till 3 PM. Free food for anglers, Free T Shirts for first 25 boats registered. Guaranteed Prize of $1000 with 25 boats registered. Directions: Eight miles east of GA Hwy 400 on Hwy 53 in Dawson County (Park is on S side of the road.)

This Weekend's Tournaments- Good Luck

5th Annual Spartan Fishing Tournament

August 24, 2013 - Islamorada, Florida

This is a multi-species, inshore and offshore boat tournament, hosted at La Siesta Resort and Marina. The format allows anglers to register as an individual or as a team on either a local professionally guided boat or private boat. Awards are given in both divisions based on total points for caught fish. Registration includes captains meeting, breakfast at the dock before fishing, goodie bag, fishing in the tournament, BBQ and awards after fishing. There is also a raffle during the BBQ!

Contact: Scott Giberson, sgiberson@pacehs.com, 305-389-9752.

Treasure Coast Bonito Blast

August 24, 2013 - Port Salerno, Florida

Fishing Tournament, event at Manatee Island Bar&Grill, 4817 SE Dixie Hwy., Port Salerno. Hosted by a group of local business owners. Presented by Blue Marlin Motors, to benefit the Wounded Warriors of South Florida. Cash Prizes totaling $2,500 will be awarded for biggest Bonito. Captain's meeting, Friday, August 23rd, 7pm. Award presentations, Chinese and live auction, plus party, Saturday, August 24th, at 6pm. Registration forms available online and at various local businesses.

Contact: Nippy, tcbonitoblast@gmail.com, 772-919-5577.

http://drifitfishingshirts.com/ donated the volunteer shirts for the Saltwater Shootout weigh in.

Did you know?

Did you know … that one in every 10 dollars spent in the united states on fishing is spent in florida?

Did you know … that even more impressive is the fact that 43 percent of anglers in the united states call the southeast region home?

Did you know … that overall, nearly $20 billion in fishing retail sales are realized annually in the southeastern market?

Did you know … that more than half of the united states sportfishing dollars are spent east of the mississippi river?

Did you know … that the sportfishing industry generates more state revenue than the citrus and cattle industries combined?

Did you know … 93 percent of americans support legal recreational fishing?

Did you know … signed in 1995, presidential executive order 12962 directs federal agencies to promote and protect sportfishing opportunities?

Did you know … there are 13 million saltwater anglers in the united states?

Did you know … florida, california and texas are the most
popular saltwater fishing states?

Did you know … saltwater anglers spend over $20 billion annually on their sport?

Did you know … commercial fishing operations are responsible for 97 percent of all marine fish landed; recreational anglers land only 3 percent?

Did you know … that according to the national marine fisheries service (nmfs), only 8 percent of marine fish stocks are actively being overfished. Most other species are on the road to recovery?

Did you know … that many environmental groups are pushing to restrict public access in anywhere from 5-20 percent of all ocean areas?

Great next local tournament for a good cause.

THE THIRD ANNUAL BIG DOG FAT CAT KDW SHOOTOUT CHALLENGES YOU TO FISH FOR A GREATER PURPOSE!

It’s estimated that each year approximately 3.7 million dogs and cats are euthanized in our nation’s shelters; more than 10,000 animals a day. Due to the down economy, shelters are reporting a 20% increase in surrendered pets and similar increases in "economic euthanasia" requested by devestated family members. The vast majority of the proceeds from the Big Dog Fat Cat KDW Shootout will help our local pet population by donating proceeds to the Big Dog Rescue Ranch and Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center.

YOUR PURPOSE? ENJOY A DAY ON THE WATER TO HELP OUR FURRY FRIENDS.

Additionally, our equine friends at Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center will share the success of the Big Dog Fat Cat KDW Shootout. For 30 years, Vinceremos has shared the healing power of horses with families in our community. Each day, the horses work to bring healing to the broken; to mend mind, body, and soul through powerful human-equine relationships. The impact that the 24 horses of Vinceremos make day upon day is unparalleled, and they deserve to receive the best possible care. Helping the horses that help the people of our community makes us proud to partner with Vinceremos.

http://www.bigdogfatcat.org/