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Where is The 12th annual Catch Bubba Catfish Tournament? Well, this tournament is actually fished at a secret location. Only 100 spots are available to catch Big Bubba, which refers to a catfish of over 30 pounds released into the pond. The lucky angler who catches him wins $5,000.
Proceeds benefits the Downtown Ecumenical Services Council.
Call (904) 278-1588 for more information.
A special ship arrived in Savannah, the frigate, USS Hawes. The ship has recently returned from a deployment to the Horn of Africa, Persian Gulf, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and China, reports WSAV-TV. USS Hawes sailed past Fort Jackson and was saluted with a cannon firing.
The Hawes’ crew includes about 200 members. Some of the sailors will be taking in some of the Oktoberfest activities on River Street throughout the weekend.
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The 19th annual El Pescado Billfish Tournament will take place at Camachee Cove Yacht Harbor, 3070 Harbor Drive, St. Augustine. There is $130,000 in cash prizes, based on a 30-boat field. Call (904) 642-0210 for more information.
Florida residents and visitors can now call a toll-free number to hear the current red tide status report. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI) established the new red tide status line earlier this year to provide the public an easy way to obtain the most up-to-date red tide status information in Florida.
Beachgoers, waterfront residents, and boaters alike can call 1-866-300-9399 at anytime, from anywhere in Florida to hear a recording detailing red tide conditions throughout the state. Callers located outside of Florida can dial 727-552-2448 to hear the recording.
FWRI updates the recording each Friday by 5 p.m. after sampling efforts for the week have been completed and analyzed. The status line is not the only way beachgoers can make sure red tide doesn’t prevent them from having fun in the sun. Web users can log on to http://research.MyFWC.com to find the latest red tide status reports, which describe red tide severity and location, as well as learn more about red tide and the research conducted by FWRI.
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Kayak to a nearby sandbar at low tide to fish for trout, reds, flounder and whiting. Catch and release only. Poles and bait will be provided. Participants older than 16 must have a valid Georgia fishing license (available at the park office). Reservations are required and space is limited. Fee plus $3 parking. 912-882-5256.
Saturday, October 20; 10:00 am -1:00 pm
Crooked River State Park – St. Mary’s