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Things to do in Islamorada FEB-MAR 2010

Sunday, February 21st, 2010
Islamorada / February 26 to February 27
Backcountry Fly Championship
This new fly-fishing competition is to target snook and redfish in a region of the Keys that is famous for them.
Contact: Charlotte Ambrogio 305-664-2444
Email: csasun@aol.com
Food, fun and safety exhibits are to complement local artists’ booths and displays. The event is to help demonstrate the services of the Red Cross and commemorate the history of Red Cross houses and community recovery during the 1935 hurricane. Located at the Hurricane Monument, mile marker 81.6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Contact: 305-852-9612
Email: HuntJB@usa.redcross.org
Islamorada / March 05 to March 06
Anglers compete to catch the finned denizens of the flats and backcountry, fishing with one lure or one fly until they lose it.
Contact: Paul Tejera
Email: captbackbone@gmail.com
Islamorada / March 06
Layton Garden Club’s Annual Flea Market & Plant Sale
Join this small community surrounded by a 1,000 acre state park for their annual flea market and plant sale. City of Layton at City Hall, MM 68.5, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission, vendors and booths will display a variety of merchandise.
Contact: Suzanne Murchie 305-664-2064
Islamorada / March 11 to March 14
Florida Keys Survivor
In this backcountry elimination draw tournament, the winner is the sole survivor.
Contact: Sharon Mahoney Ellenwood 305-393-6174
Islamorada / March 17
This month’s free seminar is to be given by Phil Newsum, themed “Commercial Diving Heroes.” Starts at 7 p.m. at Diving Museum, mile marker 83 in Islamorada. Immerse yourself in the fun!
Contact: 305-664-9737
Email: info@divingmuseum.org
Islamorada / March 20
This music and art festival features local and guest artists performing on the shores of Florida Bay at the TIB Amphitheater at Founders Park, mile marker 87 on U.S. 1.
Contact: 305-394-2765
Islamorada / March 26 to March 28
Learn fly fishing in saltwater with world class instruction in a fun and no-pressure environment. Two-day schools present a unique opportunity for beginners and experienced anglers, as well as couples. Call or visit Web site for details.
Contact: 305-664-5423
Email: info@floridakeysoutfitters.com

FREE AIRFARE

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

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Today, travelers are looking for value-added vacations, beyond a simple complimentary breakfast. Visitors to the Florida Keys now have a unique opportunity to earn a free* companion airfare certificate when they stay at Lookout Lodge Resort for a guaranteed minimum of three nights!
(Mention this offer when you call for reservations or request the free airfare offer in the comments section of your on-line reservation to pickup your ticket upon arrival)
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NEW as of Febuary 2, 2010, Book 5 nights or more, and we will second day air the companion ticket to you for this trip.(Mention this offer when you call for reservations or request the free airfare offer in the comments section of your on-line reservation for us to mail your companion ticket to you.  NOTE: You must have the ticket before you can book your flights, and the airline must have a minimum of 14 days notice)
 
You can even use your ticket to visit the Keys again. We would love to have you stay with us.
* Valid for travel within the continental United States. Certain terms and conditions apply. Certificates available at Lookout Lodge Resort now. All travel must be completed by April 30, 2011

 Limited number of tickets available, Book Today!

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Sailfish…Sailfish..Sailfish….and FUN!!!!

Sunday, October 25th, 2009
Sailfish3Islamorada / December 01 2009 to January 31 2010Sailfish2

Florida Keys Gold Cup Sailfish Championship Anglers are to pursue sailfish, the most plentiful billfish in the waters off the Keys, in a series of competitions.
Contact: (305) 852-2102
Email: ditournaments@aol.com

Islamorada / December 03 2009 to December 06 2009

Islamorada Sailfish Tournament This competition is the first leg of the triple-crown Florida Keys Gold Cup Championship Series. The tournament is one of the oldest in the Florida Keys.
Contact: Dianne Harbaugh at (305) 852-2102
Email: ditournaments@aol.com

Islamorada / December 09 2009 to December 10 2009

Islamorada Fishing Club Captain’s Cup Sailfish Tournament Anglers compete for a winner-take-all $25,000 jackpot for catching and releasing sailfish.
Contact: The Islamorada Fishing Club at (305) 664-4735
Email: fishing@theislamoradafishingclub.com

Islamorada / December 11 2009 to December 13 2009

Don Gurgiolo Sailfish Classic This all-release tournament offers the ever-popular ugly sport coat award in honor of Captain Don.
Contact: Tammie Gurgiolo (305) 852-9337
Email: fishnbully@msn.com

Islamorada / December 18 2009 to December 20 2009

Islamorada Junior Sailfish Tournament Anglers through age 16 are to target sailfish for trophies.
Contact: Tammie Gurgiolo (305) 852-9337
Email: fishnbully@msn.com

REDBONE Tourney!!!!

Monday, October 5th, 2009

fly-fishingIslamorada / November 06 2009 to November 08 2009 Mercury Redbone Celebrity Tournament Celebrities and other anglers catch bonefish and redfish to raise money for cystic fibrosis research in the final event of the annual Redbone Trilogy.
Contact: Gary Ellis at (305) 664-2002
Email: redboneinc@aol.com

Bone Fishing in October!!!!

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

Islamorada / October 12 to October 16 Mercury Outboards Bonefishing World Championship/Islamorada All-Tackle Bonefish Tournament Some of the best bonefish anglers are to compete to catch and release the ghost of the flats. Proceeds are to be donated to local charities.
Contact: (305) 664-2444
Email: csasun@aol.com