Welcome to Miami-Dade Parks’ 6th Annual Blue Water Fishing Classic presented by Haulover Marine Center, Saturday, June 6, 2009, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.

The Blue Water Fishing Classic is a fishing tournament for amateur, professional and junior fishing enthusiasts. This annual event attracts anglers from throughout Miami-Dade County offering a total of $30,000 in cash and prizes.  This year we have added a $1,500 Lady Angler Grand Prize. Winners are determined by the combined weight of the three largest fish within the species of dolphin, wahoo, black-fin tuna and kingfish.

The tournament launches out of all six Miami-Dade County marinas and the Miami Outboard Club located on Watson Island.

The event’s weekend of festivities begins on Thursday, June 4, at 7 p.m. with a Captains Party where registered anglers can meet and greet prior to the actual competition.  The tournament concludes on Sunday, June 7, at 6 p.m., with an awards ceremony and celebration dinner with Miami-Dade Parks’ Director Jack Kardys announcing the winners and distributing prizes.