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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
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SUMMARY:Emerald Coast Open 2026 - Pre Tournament Begins
DESCRIPTION:Start racking up those raffle entries! Between Feb 1 – May 14\, registered participants can turn in lionfish at designated drop off spots for 2 for 1 raffle entries. For every lionfish you turn in\, you get 2 raffle entries for over $60\,000 in prizes given away at the main tournament. \nRules & Learn More
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/emerald-coast-open-2026-pre-tournament-begins/
LOCATION:Atlantic & Gulf of America Waters\, All gulf & Atlantic States\, PR & USVI
CATEGORIES:Dive,Reef Clean Up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Coast Open":MAILTO:info@emeraldcoastopen.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T130000
DTSTAMP:20260202T202522Z
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UID:32577-1773558000-1773579600@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:Ace Diving Spring Lionfish Derby 2026
DESCRIPTION:Two tank dive during the Lionfish Derby gives divers more bottom time to hunt\, compete\, and make a real impact on protecting our local reefs. \n\nOverview:\n\n\n\nDuration4 hours\nLocation: 401 Biscayne Blvd\, Pier 5\, Slip 33 Miami\, FL US 33132\nAge 18+\nGroup sizeTeams of 2\n\n\n\n\nActivity details \n\n\nJoin a dive charter focused on derby and spearfishing activities. The trip provides boat and rash-guard and accommodates guests who bring their own specialized gear or rent items through the operator. Participants can purchase specific spearfishing equipment on site or via the supplier link provided. The experience centers on in-water hunting and competitive elements\, with safety and proper equipment emphasized for all divers.\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s included \n\nDive charter\nDerby rash guard\n\n\n\nWhat’s not included \n\nPersonal dive equipment unless rented (mask\, snorkel\, fins\, BCD\, regulator\, computer\, depth gauge\, SMB\, audible signaling device\nWetsuit\nCutting tool\nDive light\nZookeeper with Hawaiian sling (limited amounts provided)\n\nAdditional information: \n\n\nWhat to bring:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTowel \n\n\nBiodegradable sunscreen \n\n\nMask\, snorkel\, fins\, and boots \n\n\nBuoyancy control device (BCD) \n\n\nRegulator with alternate air source \n\n\nComputer \n\n\nDepth gauge \n\n\nSurface marker buoy (SMB) \n\n\nAudible signaling device \n\n\nUnderwater compass \n\n\nWetsuit if needed \n\n\nCutting tool \n\n\nDive light \n\n\nTanks and weights \n\n\nZookeper with Hawaiian Sling (if not provided) \n\n\n\n\nSpecial requirements \n\nFor competition entries\, divers must bring a zookeeper\, sling spear\, puncture resistant gloves\, and a surface marker buoy. \n\n\n\nExtras \n\nNeed to purchase gear from Zookeeper: https://lionfishzk.com/?sld=acediving
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/ace-diving-spring-lionfish-derby-2026/
LOCATION:Ace Diving\, 401 Biscayne Blvd. Pier 5 - Slip 33\, Miami\, FL\, 33132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event,Reef Clean Up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ace Diving":MAILTO:info@ace-diving.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTSTAMP:20260112T210620Z
CREATED:20260105T224442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T210620Z
UID:32391-1776988800-1777247999@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:REEF's 17th Annual Florida Keys Lionfish Derby And Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars. Details coming soon… \nFestival information  https://www.reef.org/LionfishFestival
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/reefs-17th-annual-florida-keys-lionfish-derby-and-arts-festival/
LOCATION:Reef Environmental Education Foundation Headquarters\, 98300 Overseas Hwy\, Key Largo\, 33037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event,Reef Clean Up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF)":MAILTO:reefhq@REEF.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260507
DTSTAMP:20260112T210612Z
CREATED:20250724T211137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T210612Z
UID:31218-1777507200-1778111999@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:ZooKeeper 2026 Curacao Hunting Trip
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/zookeeper-2026-curacao-hunting-trip/
LOCATION:Ocean Encounters\, Lions Dive & Beach Resort\, Bapor Kibra Z/N\, Curaçao
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event,Reef Clean Up,Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="ZooKeeper":MAILTO:info@lionfishzk.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTSTAMP:20260112T210605Z
CREATED:20260105T230421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T210605Z
UID:32401-1778716800-1778803199@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:Emerald Coast Open 2026 - Pre Tournament Ends
DESCRIPTION:This is the last day to turn in lionfish for 2 for 1 raffle entries. \nRules & Learn More
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/emerald-coast-open-2026-pre-tournament-ends/
LOCATION:Atlantic & Gulf of America Waters\, All gulf & Atlantic States\, PR & USVI
CATEGORIES:Dive,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Coast Open":MAILTO:info@emeraldcoastopen.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260112T210557Z
CREATED:20260105T225535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T210557Z
UID:32396-1778803200-1779062399@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:Emerald Coast Open 2026 Tournament and Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Emerald Coast Open (ECO) is the largest lionfish tournament in the world! In 2025\, ECO had 143 participants and removed 20\,512 lionfish – 13\,322 in 2 days! ECO gave away $65\,000 in cash prizes and over $60\,000 in gear prizes.  We are looking forward to an exciting 2026 tournament! \n\n\n\n\n\nPre-tournament\n\nFebruary 1 – May 14\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipating in the ECO pre-tournament is easy for everyone! Simply go out and hunt lionfish. Drop them off at designated drop off locations and you will receive 2 raffle entries for each fish you turn in. That’s it! Hunt lionfish and win prizes! \nRules and more info here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMain Tournament\n\nMay 15-16\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWin big money and big prizes! Each team of up to 4 can go out for 2 days and harvest lionfish. Final weigh-in is Sunday\, May 18\, 2025. You don’t have to be a professional\, but you do have to sign up and get out on the water! You can’t win if you don’t compete! \nRules and more info here \n\n\n\n\n\nFull Schedule for the 2026 Emerald Coast Open\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird Registration Begins – Jan 01\, 2026\n\nGet your discounted Emerald Coast Open registration! It’s only $75 through March 31st\, then it will go up to $100. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-Tournament Kickoff Party – TBD\n\n  \nDon’t miss out on the Pre-Tournament kickoff party. Free food\, including lionfish\, giveaways\, live music\, and a lot of “sizing up the competition”. Learn what’s in store for the 2026 Emerald Coast Open. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-Tournament Begins – Feb 01\, 2026\n\nStart racking up those raffle entries! Between Feb 1 – May 14\, registered participants can turn in lionfish at designated drop off spots for 2 for 1 raffle entries. For every lionfish you turn in\, you get 2 raffle entries for over $60\,000 in prizes given away at the main tournament. \nRules & Learn More \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird Registration Ends – March 31\, 2026\n\nLast chance to register at the discounted rate! \nLearn More \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-Tournament Ends – May 14\, 2026\n\nThis is the last day to turn in lionfish for 2 for 1 raffle entries. \nRules & Learn More \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMain Tournament Begins – May 15-16\, 2026\n\nGet in on all the action of Emerald Coast Open Lionfish Tournament! Compete with the best lionfish hunters in the world for the most\, the largest\, and even the smallest lionfish. Largest cash prize pool ever! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nECO Lionfish Festival – May 16-17\, 2026\n\nBring the family down to the famed HarborWalk Village in Destin for a great weekend and learn about lionfish\, see lionfish\, and even eat lionfish! \nLearn more Emerald Coast Open Lionfish Festival \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmerald Coast Open Awards Ceremony – May 17\, 2026\n\nThis is the big moment! Win big prizes and lots of cash. Ceremony typically starts around 3:00pm (as soon as we finish counting fish). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-Tournament Drop Off Locations\n\n\n\nIf you are participating in the pre-tournament and do not see a drop-off location near you\, or would like to become a drop-off location\, please contact Alex Fogg at (443) 995-6416.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDestin\n\n\n\n\n\nDewey Destin’s\n\n\n\n9 Calhoun Ave\, Destin\, FL 32541\n(850) 837-7575\ndestinseafood.com/seafood-restaurant \nCall Alex Fogg at 443-995-6416  to coordinate fish drop-off. \n\n\n\nNavarre\n\n\n\nDewey Destin’s Navarre\n\n\n\n8673 Navarre Pkway\, Navarre\, FL 32566\n(850) 710-7070\ndestinseafood.com/Navarre \nCall Alex Fogg at 443-995-6416  to coordinate fish drop-off. \n\n\n\nPensacola\n\n\n\n\n\nDive Pros Dive Shop\n\n\n\n\n7203 US-98\, Pensacola\, FL 32506\n(850) 456-8845\nflorida-divepros.com \nDrop-off available during business hours. Please call when you are on your way to drop off fish. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSouthwind Marina\n\n\n\n\n10121 Sinton Dr\, Pensacola\, FL 32507\n(850) 529-2475\nSouthwindmarina.com \nCall Capt. Andy Ross prior to your trip\, if possible\, to coordinate fish drop-off. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nNiuhi Dive Charters\n\n\n\n\n10121 Sinton Dr\, Penscola\, FL 32507\n(850) 529-2475\nNiuhi Dive Charters \nCall Captain Andy Ross at 850-529-2475 prior to your trip\, if possible\, to coordinate fish drop-off. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGulf Breeze\n\n\n\n\n\nShark Quest Dive Shop\n\n\n\n5614 Gulf Breeze Parkway\, Gulf Breeze\, FL 32563\n(850) 516-6800\nscuba-dive-pensacola.com \nCall the shop to coordinate fish drop-off before you show up.
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/emerald-coast-open-2026-tournament-and-festival/
LOCATION:Emerald Coast Open
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Coast Open":MAILTO:info@emeraldcoastopen.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTSTAMP:20260112T210550Z
CREATED:20260105T224654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T210550Z
UID:32392-1779408000-1779494399@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:FWC 2026 Lionfish Challenge - Begins
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars. Details coming soon…
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/fwc-2026-lionfish-challenge-begins/
LOCATION:Florida State Waters\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event,Reef Clean Up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)":MAILTO:Lionfish@MyFWC.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260127T203613Z
CREATED:20260105T225134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T203613Z
UID:32394-1780012800-1780271999@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:Apex 2026 Memorial Day Lionfish Derby
DESCRIPTION:Events\n\n\n\n\n\nApex Predator Open (2 Day Derby)\n\nPrice:$40\nPrice increases after March 6\, 2026 at 11:59pm EST \nOpen to ages 12+.\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApex Predator Mini Derby (Half Day Derby)\n\nPrice:$75\n\n30 spots left. Price increases after March 6\, 2026 at 11:59pm EST \nOpen to ages 12+.\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApex Predator Open & Mini Derby\n\nPrice:$100\n\n30 spots left. Price increases after March 6\, 2026 at 11:59am EST \nOpen to ages 12+.\n\n\nSign Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nPlace\n101 N Riverside Drive\n#101\nPompano Beach\, FL US 33062\n\n\n\n\nChallenge Coin and Dive Bag\n\n\n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\nApex Predator Lionfish Derby – 2026\nThe Hunt Expands. The Mission Continues. \nThe Apex Predator Lionfish Derby returns in May 2026 with an expanded format that opens participation to personal boats\, and multiple dive outfitters as well as expanded hunt areas. This two-day conservation-focused tournament brings together the dive community to combat one of the greatest threats to Florida’s reefs — invasive lionfish. \n  \nEvent Dates & Times\n  \nApex Predator Open (Two Day Derby): \nTournament Start: Saturday\, May 29\, 2026 – 7:00AM \nTournament End: Sunday\, May 30\, 2026 – 4:00 PM \nAwards: Sunday\, May 30\, 2026 – 5:00 PM \n  \nThe Mini (Single Dive Derby): \nTournament Start: Saturday\, May 29\, 2026 – 8:00AM \nTournament End: Saturday\, May 29\, 2026 – 1:30 PM \nAwards: Saturday\, May 30\, 2026 – 1:00 PM \n  \nTournament Format\n  \nApex Predator Open (2 Day Derby) \nThe Main Apex Predator Lionfish Derby runs both Saturday and Sunday and is open to: \n•         Personal boats \n•         Divers using their own selected dive outfitters \nDivers will compete in teams of two to remove as many lionfish as possible. Each participant will receive a commemorative Apex Predator challenge coin as well as a large mesh dive bag. Participants may hunt anytime between daylight Saturday morning and 4:00 PM Sunday\, submitting fish for official measure and count on Sunday. Hunters may hunt anywhere in Florida but all fish must be presented during the official count and measure ceremony on Sunday May 30th for the fish to count. \n  \nMini Derby – South Florida Diving Headquarters \nIn addition to the main derby\, a Mini Derby will be hosted at South Florida Diving Headquarters. Participants will board a chartered dive boat and head out to designated dive sites to hunt. Divers will compete in teams of two to remove as many lionfish as possible during a two tank dive. Each participant will receive a commemorative Apex Predator challenge coin as well as a large mesh dive bag. \n•         Single-boat\, single-dive tournament (Saturday Morning) \n•         Participation limited to divers on the chartered boat \n•         Mini Derby awards at approximately 1:30 PM Saturday \n•         All fish caught during the Mini derby will be counted toward the Apex Predator Open Derby totals if the participant has registered for both derbies. \n  \nPacket Pickup & Check-In\nAll participants for the Apex Predator Open must attend packet pickup and check-in on Saturday morning in Pompano Beach. \nThis applies to both Main Derby and Mini Derby participants. \n  \nAwards & Scoring\nApex Predator Open Awards \nMain Derby awards will be presented Sunday at 5:00 PM following the official close of the tournament. Fish will be turned in in Pompano Beach. \nCategories: \n1.      Most Lionfish Caught: $300 cash prize \n2.      Largest Lionfish: $200 cash prize \n3.      Smallest Lionfish: $100 cash prize \n  \n  \nMini Derby Awards \nMini Derby awards will be presented Saturday at 1:30 PM following completion of the single dive. \nThis derby will happen on a chartered boat with South Florida Diving Headquarters. Your Registration includes entry on the boat but participants must provide their own dive gear. \nCategories: \n1.      Most Lionfish Caught: $150 cash prize \n2.      Largest Lionfish: $100 cash prize \n3.      Smallest Lionfish: $50 cash prize \n  \n  \nFinal Notes \n• Tournament rules\, safety requirements\, and scoring details will be provided prior to the event \n• All participants must complete packet pickup and check-in to be eligible for awards \n• Conservation\, safety\, and sportsmanship are core expectations of the Apex Predator series \n  \nJoin us and help protect Florida’s reefs while competing in the 2026 Apex Predator Lionfish Derby. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRace Contact Info\n\n\nIf you have any questions about this race\, click the button below. \nQuestions?
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/apex-2026-memorial-day-lionfish-derby/
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Apex Promoz":MAILTO:john@apexpromoz.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTSTAMP:20260127T203508Z
CREATED:20260108T194618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T203508Z
UID:32428-1780617600-1780790399@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2026 Operation Lionfish Benefitting Warfighters Scuba
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2026-operation-lionfish-benefitting-warfighters-scuba/
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event,Reef Clean Up
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ORGANIZER;CN="ZooKeeper":MAILTO:info@lionfishzk.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260112T210542Z
CREATED:20260112T200947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T210542Z
UID:32449-1781330400-1781355600@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:DX Diver 2026 Deerfield Beach Pier Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/dx-diver-2026-deerfield-beach-pier-cleanup/
LOCATION:DX Divers\, 455 S Federal Hwy\, Deerfield Beach\, 33441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dive,Event,Reef Clean Up
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTSTAMP:20260112T210527Z
CREATED:20260105T224202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T210527Z
UID:32390-1782518400-1782691199@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:Northeast Lionfish 2026 Round Up
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars. Details coming soon…
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/northeast-lionfish-2026-round-up/
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Event
ORGANIZER;CN="NE FL Lionfish Roundup":MAILTO:NEFLLionfish@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260824
DTSTAMP:20260807T181751Z
CREATED:20260807T165746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T181751Z
UID:33655-1787270400-1787529599@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2026 Dive With Purpose Weekend
DESCRIPTION:4VALOR in conjunction with our partners Isla Divers and Lake Denton Camp are excited to offer the Dive With Purpose weekend! Taking place August 21st-23rd 2026\, this three day event will serve as a community introduction to 4VALOR\, its staff and what it stands for! \nOn Friday August 21st and Saturday August 22nd 4VALOR will be hosted by Isla Divers. Come meet the crew\, enter to win one of our several giveaways\, register for the Community Dive Day and purchase gear. Isla Divers has generously committed a portion of all shop sales to be donated to 4VALOR as part of its commitment to veterans and their families. Come on out and enjoy some free food\, drinks and find out more about 4VALOR. \nOn Sunday\, August 23rd 4VALOR and Isla Divers will be traveling to Lake Denton\, FL and holding a Community Dive at Lake Denton Camp. Veterans and their families that would like to participate can register here. Food will be provided on-site\, the Dive Day will be from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. There will be a fee for diving and rentals\, divers are allowed to bring their own gear.
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2026-dive-with-purpose-weekend/
LOCATION:Lake Denton Camp\, 5333 Lake Denton Rd\, Avon Park\, FL\, 33825\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dive,Educational,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T185318Z
CREATED:20260807T184739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T185318Z
UID:33674-1787382000-1787400000@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:Local 765 Bugfest
DESCRIPTION:The Local 765 Bugfest is an annual lobster tournament and community fundraising event hosted in Fort Lauderdale in support of the Fort Lauderdale Firefighters Benevolent. Now in its fourth year\, Bugfest has grown into a multi-day event that brings together first responders\, local businesses\, and community members for a shared mission of giving back. The event includes a kickoff celebration\, Captain’s Dinner\, tournament day\, and awards reception\, drawing over 1\,000 in-person attendees and thousands more through digital engagement. Participants include firefighters from across South Florida\, with expanding participation from departments statewide. All proceeds directly benefit firefighter-focused initiatives\, including financial assistance for injured or ill firefighters\, fire academy scholarships\, youth Fire Explorer programs\, and community outreach efforts. Bugfest serves as both a fundraising platform and a meaningful way to strengthen the connection between first responders and the community they serve. \n 
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/local-765-bugfest/
LOCATION:Quaterdeck\, 1035 Southeast 17th Street\, Fort Lauderdale\, FL\, 33316\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dive,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T170000
DTSTAMP:20260807T190452Z
CREATED:20260807T190452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T190452Z
UID:33679-1788512400-1788541200@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Lionfish Derby
DESCRIPTION:Lionfish are invasive\, destructive\, and have no natural predators in Florida waters. The best thing a diver can do is hunt them. On September 4th\, we are doing exactly that\, at two locations simultaneously\, with prizes for the biggest haul\, the largest fish\, and the smallest fish pulled from the reef. \nThis is a sanctioned harvest event. You do not need a lionfish permit to participate when diving as part of a licensed tournament. Show up\, dive\, and make a real difference on the reef. \nEvent Details \nDate\nSaturday\, September 4\, 2026 \nDive Locations \n\n\nPalm Beach — Riviera Beach Marina\, 190 East 13th St.\, Riviera Beach\, FL 33404 \n\n\nJupiter — Jupiter Inlet \n\n\nBoth locations depart at 9:00 AM. Back to dock by 1 PM. \nPrizes: \nWe are awarding prizes in three categories: \n\n\nMost Lionfish \n\n\nLargest Lionfish \n\n\nSmallest Lionfish \n\n\nFull prize list announced closer to the event. \nBoth locations fill up fast. Grab your spot now and show up ready to hunt. \n\nAfter the final dive\, both locations host an on-site after party. Weigh-ins\, prize announcements\, food\, and drinks. Party venue location TBD. \nQuestions? Call us at (561) 844-2466 or email info@thescubaclub.com.
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/3rd-annual-lionfish-derby/
LOCATION:Sqaure Grouper\, 1111 Love Street\, Jupiter\, FL\, 33447\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kyalami Divers - The Scuba Club":MAILTO:info@TheScubaClub.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T130000
DTSTAMP:20260112T210509Z
CREATED:20260112T201129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T210509Z
UID:32450-1788588000-1788613200@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:DX Divers 2026 Pompano Beach Pier Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/dx-divers-2026-pompano-beach-pier-cleanup/
LOCATION:DX Divers\, 455 S Federal Hwy\, Deerfield Beach\, 33441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dive,Educational,Event,Reef Clean Up
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260807T164247Z
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UID:33645-1789088400-1789261199@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2026 Reels & Spears Gulf Classic Fishing Tournament
DESCRIPTION:🎉Get ready to be part of something extraordinary and exciting\, at the Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation’s 2026 2nd Annual Reels & Spears Gulf Classic fundraising event! This is a fishing tournament like no other\, and we want you to be there! 🎉 \nEvery registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. So\, cast a line and honor a Warrior. The 2026 Reels & Spears Gulf Classic 🎣 brings anglers\, divers\, and families together to support living memorial reef projects for our Fallen Veterans and First Responders. With your support\, we can celebrate\, and create more living memorials for our Warriors!! \nThank you for entering!!! Your support is invaluable!!! \nThe Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation’s Reels & Spears Gulf Classic is an angling and spearfishing tournament benefiting the Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation\, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to interring Veterans\, First Responders\, and their K9s in prepositioned artificial reefs. The tournament includes Spearfishing and Small Boat & Large Boat Angling targeting Snapper\, Grouper\, Amberjack and Lionfish\, with cash awards to be announced.\nAll rules are subject to change\, and will be solidified at the Mandatory Captain’s Meeting.\nGeneral Boat/ Team Registration: $300 (Available until Sep 6)\nRegistration includes all members/ team of anglers( No Max) per boat (reels OR spears)\, and grants entry to the event with access to standard amenities. Registration includes: Six (6) dinner/ meal following September 10\, 2026 Captain’s meeting at TBA\, and tournament raffle tickets (1) per Team Member. **Price does not include boat\, gas\, angling/fishing/ dive or (spear) fishing equipment\, entrance into Calcutta\, ice or alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2026-reels-spears-gulf-classic-fishing-tournament/
LOCATION:Point South Marina-Bay Point\, 3824 Hatteras Lane\, Panama City Beach\, 32408\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation":MAILTO:info@warriormemorialreefs.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260915
DTSTAMP:20260112T210519Z
CREATED:20260105T224805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T210519Z
UID:32393-1789344000-1789430399@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:FWC 2026 Lionfish Challenge - Ends
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars!
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/fwc-2026-lionfish-challenge-ends/
LOCATION:Florida State Waters\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)":MAILTO:Lionfish@MyFWC.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T210000
DTSTAMP:20260807T183437Z
CREATED:20260807T182955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T183437Z
UID:33668-1793469600-1793480400@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:I.CARE's Underwater Critter Costume Party
DESCRIPTION:Join I.CARE on Saturday\, October 31st at Florida Keys Brewing Company at 6:00pm for a spooky night of raffles\, music\, brews\, and more! \n\n\n\n\nSupport coral restoration during this deep-sea-themed Halloween Party. Join us on Saturday\, October 31st at Florida Keys Brewing Company at 6:00 pm for a spooky night of raffles\, music\, brews\, and more! Show off your creativity and win some fabulous prizes.\nWe look forward to seeing all of your festive costumes and engaging with members of the community! \nCostume Contest Prizes: To be announced! \nRaffle prizes: To be announced!
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/i-cares-underwater-critter-costume-party/
LOCATION:Florida Keys Brewing Co\, 81611 Old Highway\, Islamorada\, FL\, 33036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="I.CARE":MAILTO:info@icareaboutcoral.org
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