Well it’s been a few weeks since our May tournament and we had a great turnout for those that couldn’t make it.  We had 19 boats participate and nearly 80 people attend the captain’s meeting.  As for the results of the tournament, there were numerous redfish weighed, a few flounder and no trout!  The winning flounder was a 2.17-pound fish caught by Captain Steve Cook and Robbie Bell ($166).  All of the redfish were under 2 pounds until the last ten minutes of weigh-in when Captain Trey Hiott and team presented a 2.8-pound redfish that took the prize ($166).  Since there were no legal trout caught, there was no prize for that category nor the inshore slam.  Those funds and trophies (fishing rods) will be used for the next Inshore Slam tournament, October 8 & 9.  Pictures from the tournament will be put on our facebook page soon!  Attached are a couple that I received today from our photographer.

Next Thursday, June 10^th, at 6:30pm we will be having our monthly meeting at Groucho’s Deli in West Ashley (across from Moe’s near the old Boater’s World store).  For those that have never been it’s a great way to learn something new about fishing, meet other anglers, and win a door prize.  All who attend will be put in a drawing for a single door prize.  We usually get there a little early to eat and hang out.  This month, Captain Rich Harris from Reel Deal Charters is back to give a brief seminar on fishing for bull reds… you know, the trophies that we can’t keep but are great for pictures?  He might even tell you where the “Grillage” is located!  Last fall he came and gave us some great tips for catching Sheepshead.  So come join us and bring your family.

Don’t forget to support our sponsors.  Without them we cannot put on free tournaments.  Here is the list of sponsors that contributed either a cash donation or a prize donation.  I encourage you to contact and use their services!  And be sure to tell them thank you for supporting the CFA:

Strickland Marine Insurance – 795-1000

Crowfield Family Dentistry – 572-8009

Palmetto Custom Compounding – 723-5343

Ledford’s Termite & Pest Control – 766-8298

Van’s Tree Service – 766-7000

Seel’s Outboard West Ashley – 556-2742

West Marine West Ashley – 571-0123

Charleston Marine – 225-2628

Charleston Angler – 571-3899