Calendario de eventos para los Cayos de la Florida
9/10/2010 - 9/12/2010 Robert James Sales S.L.A.M. Celebrity Tournament.
Anglers target tarpon, permit and bonefish to compete to achieve a “flats grand slam.” Celebrity participants have included Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Wade Boggs, New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays; NASA space shuttle astronaut Bruce Melnick; former Denver Broncos football player Mark Cooper and saxophone superstar Clarence Clemons. The $3,500 team entry fee includes two days of guided fishing with a celebrity.
9/11/2010 Lionfish Derby for Divers
Teams of up to four divers can help capture and remove non-native lionfish from Keys waters in this unique spin on a fishing tournament. Derby divers who successfully remove lionfish from sanctuary waters are to be eligible for up to $10,000 in cash and prizes - more than $3,000 per derby. Headquarters, measuring and scoring to be held at Coconuts Restaurant, mile marker 100. Visit website for registration details.
9/11/2010 Pontunes presents: A Musical Tribute to Led Zeppelin
Enjoy three hot original bands - Sun Raven, Subrosa and The Malcriado! - honoring what many call the greatest heavy metal band ever during this fun live music event from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Pontunes Marina, Tiki Bar and Grill, mile marker 108 bayside.
9/13/2010 - 9/19/2010 First Annual Conchtoberfest
An inaugural middle Keys event that is expected to be chock full of food, beverage, vendors, music and entertainment for the entire family. Local venues to be scheduled throughout Marathon, and weekend events at Hawks Cay Resort; all events open to the public.
9/14/2010 - 9/17/2010 Islamorada Invitational Fall Fly Bonefish Tournament
Also referred to as the “Fall Fly,” this prestigious three-day test of skill and stealth challenges anglers to accrue points for both weight and release fish. Entry fee is $1,000 per angler, up to 25 maximum participants.
9/15/2010 History of Diving Museum presents: FREE Seminar Series
This month's free seminar is to be given by Eric Smith, themed "Adventures in Underwater Exploration." Starts at 7 p.m. at Diving Museum, mile marker 83 in Islamorada. Immerse yourself in the fun!
9/16/2010 - 9/19/2010 Marathon International Bonefish Tournament
Believed to be the longest running tournament in the Keys, this challenge awards more than 20 trophies and prizes to participants, including individual and team champions scoring the largest bonefish and permit, the top anglers in fly and grand slam divisions (for the top spin or fly angler who releases the largest bonefish, permit and tarpon “slam”), as well as the cheeky wet-pants champion titles for anglers wading from shore.
9/16/2010 - 9/19/2010 38th Annual Phil Peterson's Key West Poker Run
It's an All-American event as motorcycle enthusiasts from around the U.S. travel the Keys' scenic Overseas Highway - designated Florida's only All-American Road - from mainland Florida to Key West to raise money for charity. Stops are arranged throughout the Keys with a final celebration in Key West. Register online today, or starting Sept. 1 at either of two Peterson's Harley dealerships, with just a $10 donation.
9/17/2010 - 9/19/2010 Take Stock in Children Backcountry Challenge
Entering its 10th year, the challenge requires anglers fish for trout and redfish. Proceeds benefit both local Rotary scholarships and Take Stock in Children, a statewide scholarship program for children in seventh through 12th grades. Entry fee is $125 per angler, $70 for young anglers (kids and juniors are combined). New venue at the Upper Keys Sailing Club!
9/22/2010 - 9/26/2010 Florida Keys Birding & Wildlife Festival
The peak of the fall birding season, this event includes an opening reception, dinner, presentations, Keys-wide field trips focusing on education and conservation as they relate to Keys birds and wildlife, and an environmental fair.
9/24/2010 Guided Walk at the National Key Deer Refuge - Ohio Key Special Event During Annual Birding Festival
Join a guided refuge trail walk for birders and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Meet at the National Key Deer Refuge Visitor's Center, located in the Winn Dixie shopping plaza. Participants caravan to the scheduled trail site, maps provided.
Prompt departure at 8:05 a.m. for morning bird activity, so arrive early to get your bird-friendly, shade grown coffee or other beverages at nearby shops. Each walk will end by 11 a.m., or whenever bird activity drops off. Hat, sunscreen
9/24/2010 - 9/25/2010 ConchLife Scramble On-the-Water Golf Tournament
Keys boating visitors can help ‘feed the fish while feeding Middle Keys charities’ during this wild and wacky on-the-water golf tournament. Proceeds benefit local Keys charities. Get a 4-person team together and enjoy a game of nine holes by boat!
9/25/2010 Florida Keys Swordfest & Deep Drop Tournament
A newcomer, this daytime-only boat tournament highlights fishing for swordfish and making a few drops for snowy grouper and tilefish. Anglers gather and see fish normally not seen on daily catches - as well as compete for a $2500 first place prize. Proceeds help local scholarship funds.
9/25/2010 - 9/26/2010 Herman Lucerne Memorial Backcountry Tournament
Up to 100 anglers compete for snook, tarpon, redfish, sea trout, snapper, bonefish and black drum against the backdrop of Everglades National Park. An overall grand champ prize is given to the individual or team who catches at least four of the seven eligible species. The angling challenge is also a qualifying event for the 2011 IGFA Inshore World Championship in Islamorada.
9/25/2010 Smithsonian Magazine's 6th Annual Museum Day
The History of Diving Museum will participate in the sixth annual Museum Day, presented by Smithsonian magazine. Doors will be open free of charge to Smithsonian magazine readers and Smithsonian.com visitors for an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in diving history. The Museum is also celebrating its fourth anniversary, and showcases "The Story of Man's Quest to Explore Under the Sea, and is approximately 3,000 square feet of amazing exhibits relating to diving history. Open from 10 a
10/1/2010 - 10/3/2010 Mercury Baybone Celebrity Tournament
The second of three tournaments in the annual Redbone Trilogy, the Baybone targets permit and bonefish to raise money for cystic fibrosis research. Among the celebrities who have fished recent Baybone tournaments are legendary angler Stu Apte, former Denver Bronco and Tampa Bay Buccaneer Mark Cooper, NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly and pitcher Tim Wakefield, who won a World Series ring with the Boston Red Sox in 2004. Two-person team entry fee $3,500.
10/3/2010 Sextet on the Beach
Enjoy a beautiful and relaxing evening on the beach featuring outstanding symphony music from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Southernmost Beach Cafe. Presented by the Key West Symphony. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres, raffles and more. Tickets $25 in advance at keystix or $30 at the door.
10/6/2010 - 10/8/2010 Women’s Fall Fly Classic – Multiple Species
Previously called the WomenÂ’s World Invitational Fly Championship Bonefish Series, the revamped challenge has anglers fishing for bonefish, redfish and snook. Entry fee $600 by Aug. 30.
10/8/2010 - 10/9/2010 Marathon Inshore Flats Tournament - Bonefish Series
This "flats series" tournament consists of three parts during the best times of year to fish each species: permit (March 12-13), tarpon (May 28-29) and bonefish (Oct. 8-9). Each part pays out $3k for the two-angler team with the most combined points, second and third place. In addition to cash prizes the tournament raises money for local scholarships. Limited entry of 35 boats, first come first served.
10/10/2010 - 10/13/2010 Bonefishing World Championship / Islamorada All-Tackle Bonefish Tournament
Only 25 anglers are accepted to compete — one angler per boat with a licensed captain. This three-day challenge is what separates the truly great bonefish anglers from the wannabes. Entry fee $750 per angler, and all bonefish entered for division winners’ trophies must be a minimum of 8 pounds.
10/15/2010 - 10/16/2010 Casting for Cats
What began in 2001 as a one-day tournament for fun, the Casting for Cats Ladies All-Tackle Backcountry Tournament is now a major fundraiser to help control the feral cat population of the Upper Keys. Female anglers earn points for catching bonefish, permit, tarpon, snook and redfish using bait, artificial lures or fly tackle. Points also are awarded for ladyfish, sharks, jacks and spotted sea trout (also known as speckled trout). Entry fee only $125 per angler.
10/15/2010 - 5/15/2011 Stone Crab Season
Those succulent claws, brought to shore fresh daily from the waters surrounding the Florida Keys, will drip with mustard dip on the chins of hungry locals and visitors.
10/16/2010 Lionfish Derby for Divers
Teams of up to four divers can help capture and remove non-native lionfish from Keys waters in this unique spin on a fishing tournament. Derby divers who successfully remove lionfish from sanctuary waters are to be eligible for up to $10,000 in cash and prizes - more than $3,000 per derby. Headquarters, measuring and scoring to be held at Key Fisheries Restaurant & Marina. Visit website for registration details.
