The Key West Fishing Tournament (KFWT) will hold its Kick-Off Tournament this weekend, March 13th to 15th.
The weekend tournament is part of a larger 7-month fishing competition that runs from March through November 30th. The tournament is open to the general public and has divisions for Men, Women, Juniors (10-14), and Pee Wees (under 10). Competitors have their catches weighed at official tournament weigh stations to receive certificates verifying the catch and weight. At the end of the tournament, prizes are awarded.
The tournament, which was founded in 1965, promotes sport fishing participation in Key West and the release of game fish, as well as promoting
conservation and tourism.
The tournament regularly has more than 2,000 anglers participating. There are a variety of tackle classifications for 44 different species in nine different line classes from 8lb to 50lbs. Awards given out include “Outstanding Angling Achievement” and the “Sportsmanship Award”. This weekend’s Kick-Off Tournament will also provide prizes, including a $5,000 cash prize for the heaviest kingfish over 55 lbs. For more information, contact Doris Harris, Tournament Director at 800-970-9056.
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