For Immediate Release
"The End of an Era"
Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa
Fort Myers Beach
November 2 & 3, 2012
"This is your invitation to compete in the final tournament in the Caloosa Tournament Series - forever. There is no qualification...the field will be limited to 50 paid teams...no exceptions.
The Tournament that led the market since 1989 will close as it began...with a high pay-out, open bars, high end gear and fantastic food at a great location and the last chance to celebrate 23 great years."
"This is my personal invitation to you to re-kindle friendships and relationships that began so many years ago...For those of you that fished in the early years...this will be just like you remember...people will talk about the Grand Finale for a long time and I aim to please everyone, so send in your entry today and book your room at Pink Shell with great discounted rates...you do not want to miss this celebration."...Ron Riley, Founder
Tournament Purse - $10,000 GUARANTEED!
- $5000 - First Place
- $3000 - Second Place
- $1500 - Third Place
- $250 - Ninth Place
- $250 - Mystery Fish
- Full payout
Redfish Bonanza Payout- $10,000*
- $5000 - First Place
- $3000 - Second Place
- $2000 - Third Place
- *Based on 40 teams entered in this division
TOURNAMENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Open Bar at Registration provided by Bahama Breeze Island Grille and cold, refreshing Bud & Bud Lights provided by Suncoast Beverage Sales
- Every team will receive a Limited Edition, Signed and Numbered Wellington Ward Print provided by Press Printing
- Every Team will receive a gift certificate for a party of up to 10 people at the restaurant for two hours of complimentary appetizers and drinks all provided by Bahama Breeze Island Grille
- Every Angler will receive limited edition Caloosa Grand Finale Extreme Fishing Shirts provided by TUNASKIN
- Every Angler will receive a Limited Edition Caloosa Grand Finale Hat
- Every Angler will receive a commemorative Grand Finale Keepsake
- Every Team will receive complimentary bottles of water provided by Aqua Systems
- Every Angler may select an item of Caloosa Memorabilia
- Every Angler will receive a Grand Finale gift provided by Yamaha
- Open Bar at the Captain's Dinner provided by Fort Myers Marine and Budweiser products provided by Suncoast Beverage Sales
- Captains Dinner Sponsored by Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa
- Donuts and coffee at check in at the Marina provided by Dunkin Donuts
- Complimentary Bud products at all dinners and at the Weigh Station
- Open Bar at the Awards Banquet provided by the Caloosa Tournament Series
- Awards Banquet includes a Carving Station
- Trophies will be awarded to the top three teams provided by Englewood Glass
Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa
Special Grand Finale Rates
- Vacation Planning Contacts at the Pink Shell Beach Resort and Spa for the Grand Finale:
- Primary Contact: Jackie Lau-Owens 239-463-8603 Sunday - Thursday 9am - 4pm
- Secondary Contact: Todd Runes 239-463-8624 Friday - Saturday 9am- 4pm
- Book Online: www.pinkshell.com Click on "Reservation" and Enter the group code GRCH12.
Rates:
- Sanibel View Studio - 107.00++ per night
- White Sand One Bedroom - $140.00++ per night
- White Sand Two Bedroom - $191.00++ per night
- (++ is $17.00 resort fee and 11% tax)
Caloosa Grand Finale Rules
WADE FISHING IS ALLOWED
- At least one team member must remain in the boat
- Tournament boats may not run the big motor while waders are in the water
- Waders must remain within 100 yards of their boat
- Culling of fish must take place inside the boat
- Wade fishermen must land their own fish
THE OFFICIAL AND FINAL RULES WILL BE ANNOUNCED AT THE CAPTAINS MEETING
- Winners will be determined by the heaviest total weight of two slot Redfish
- Weigh-in by 5:00 PM
- No weighing of fish will be done before noon and every team must weigh in by boat.
- Teams must be in the weigh-in line by 5:00 PM. Any team arriving after will not qualify.
- All weighing will be done by the Weigh Master, Bob Wasno.
- All Anglers are responsible for having knowledge of the tournament rules and Florida State Fishing Laws.
ELIGIBLE SPECIES: Redfish is the targeted species. A mystery fish will be announced at the Captains meeting.
SCORING PROCEDURES
- Redfish must measure within the slot requirements determined by FWC Regulations.
- Place nose of fish on "0" inch mark of the measuring board.
- Place the belly of the fish against the back of the board, spine facing out.
- Score cards must be signed by 1 team member after final weights are recorded by an official Caloosa Tournament Series staff member.
TOURNAMENT HOURS
Team Check-in - Saturday is from 6:00 AM-8:00 AM. All Teams must check in by boat between these hours at the Pink Shell Beach Resort.
Tournament will be an honor start with lines in the water at 7:00 AM. Official tournament end time is 5:00 PM. All teams must be in the weigh-in line at the weigh station by 5:00 PM. No fishing is allowed in the weigh-in line.
TACKLE REQUIREMENTS
The Caloosa Catch & Release is an inshore tournament. All fish must be caught with rod & reel, hook & line. Fish caught by any other means do not qualify as a tournament fish. No line restriction. Baits: fly, live bait, natural baits, and artificial lures are allowed.
TOURNAMENT RULES
No lines are allowed in water from 9:00 PM the evening of the Captains Rules Meeting. This includes bait fishing. No passing of anything from boat to boat during tournament hours, 7:00 AM -5:00 PM. All boats must stay 50 feet away from other vessels, with the exception of pass fishing, a breakdown or an emergency. The holding of fishing holes or chumming of holes by another boat is not allowed. Breaking any of these rules is strictly prohibited. Any team or team member breaking any of these rules will result in disqualification for the whole team.
Tournament Officials will be available for questions.
REDFISH BONANZA - Special Entry of $250 per team
50%-30%-20% split for the single, heaviest slot Redfish...$250 per team...100% cash payout for all teams that have entered. If there are less than 40 paid teams, the purse will be pro-rated.
*These rules are subject to change and will be updated as needed. Please monitor the website: www.caloosacatchandrelease.com.
Grand Finale Dinner Menus: Sponsored by Pink Shell
- Caesar Salad with Shaved Parmesan and Herb Crostini
- Farfalle, Artichoke and Grilled Endive Salad with Vinaigrette
- Stuffed Chicken Ballentine with Lemon Herb Butter Sauce
- Pan Fried Tilapia with Smoked Poblano Remoulade
- Blended Rice...Garlicky Green Beans
- Double Fudge Chocolate Layer Cake...Cream Cheese Frosted Carrot Cake
Caloosa Awards Banquet Dinner Menu
- Tossed Salad with Blue Cheese or Balsamic Dressing
- Tropical Fruit Salad with Midori and Toasted Coconut
- Carving Station: Carved Prime Rib, au jus, horseradish sauce, dinner rolls
- From the Grill: Scampi Shrimp over Risotto
- Grilled Zellwood Corn
- Mashed Potato
- Coconut Rum Cake and Chocolate Cake
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