Have you ever tried tournament fishing? If so, you already know about the legendary “King of
the Beach.” If you haven’t had the chance yet, this is your moment—this is the best tournament
in town!
This spring, we proudly celebrate our 32nd Annual Tournament, and we’re taking the
excitement to a whole new level with even more opportunities to win! This year, we’re
introducing an incredible new prize: an Owen & Sons Aluminum Slide On Trailer with a
whopping 10,000lb capacity, worth $10,200, awarded to the fish weighed in closest to 20.25
lbs. And guess what? Any team can snag this prize! This prize is winnable from any division,
including youth.
Here are three compelling reasons why you simply must fish the King:
**LEVEL PLAYING FIELD:** Thanks to the Old Salts, our competition is one of the fairest for all
anglers out there. We maintain a 30-mile boundary to ensure boats of any size can compete,
and we provide additional opportunities for single-engine vessels. Plus, forget about
intimidating checkouts or shotgun starts—this is all about fun!
**OVER 60 PLACES TO WIN:** With six divisions—Overall, Single Engine, Spanish Mackerel,
Traveling Angler, Ladies, and Youth—there’s something for everyone! Each division boasts cash
and/or prizes, with approximately $300,000 up for grabs. Our first-place prize for the singleengine division is a stunning new 200hp Suzuki with a repower package valued at over $20,250.
**LOW ENTRY FEES:** You can enter this fantastic tournament for as little as $300—almost
half the cost of most Kingfish tournaments! That means less risk for you and far greater
rewards. The overall first-place winner will be awarded approximately whopping $50,000!
But wait—this event is about so much more than just fishing. It’s a full-blown 3-day festival
featuring a variety of marine-related art and craft vendors, a vibrant food festival showcasing
local flavors, and Friday night is Community Night, complete with a free Kids Fishing Slam and
live music! “Bringing together a community food festival and live music into our tournament
seemed natural to us. Fishing is part of our community, and we warmly welcome everyone to
join us,” shares Old Salt President Tom Verdensky.
Don’t forget, the Kids Seawall Tournament is on Friday night! Our team will be ready to assist
the kids in fishing and measuring their catches, and we have exciting prizes for each age group.
Everyone has a shot at winning in our Kids Only Raffle, and the first 250 sign-ups will receive a
free Rod/Reel combo to fish with!
Join us at the Madeira Beach Recreation Complex, located at 200 Rex Place, Madeira Beach. Be
sure to visit our website for the latest updates on everything you need to know—from the
hottest fishing spots to the best places to stay with your boat! Don’t miss out on this
unforgettable experience! The Old Salt Fishing Foundation hosts this semi-annual event to
benefit several local charities. This spring, we will present checks to P.A.R.C., Celma Mastry
Ovarian Cancer Foundation, and our very own Youth Summer Camp Programs.
To find out more information or to register for the tournament, go to www.OldSaltFishing.org, email
amy@OldSaltFishing.org or call 727-216-6601
