We did it! Last weekend we ran the first catch, photo and release "paddle only" fishing tournament in Brevard County. It was a huge success with 47 paddlers, $6,500 in prizes and raffles, catering by a local restaurant and the awards ceremony at the Zoo. We were able to raise 100% of the operating funds from outside donations, so approximately $4,500 or 100% of the registration fees, raffle ticket money and money collected for beverage sales during the event is going to go directly to charitable causes the support youth involvement in the Indian River Lagoon. What an exciting weekend and event. Special thanks to our long distance fisherman! Brent flew in from Mass and Jeff from Virginia to help out for the first year. Brent took home a new fishing rod and hat to boot. I'm already looking forward to next year.
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