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SUMMARY:Emerald Coast Open 2025 Lionfish Festival
DESCRIPTION:Bring 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 
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/emerald-coast-open-2025-lionfish-festival/
LOCATION:Emerald Coast Open
CATEGORIES:Educational,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Coast Open":MAILTO:info@emeraldcoastopen.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250525
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
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SUMMARY:2025 FWC Lionfish Challenge - Begins
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-fwc-lionfish-challenge-begins/
CATEGORIES:Derby
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ORGANIZER;CN="Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)":MAILTO:Lionfish@MyFWC.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250527
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T182216Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Apex Predator Memorial Mayhem
DESCRIPTION:Events\n\n\n\n\n\nMemorial Mayhem (Little Deeper)\n$65\n22 spots left. Price increases after February 28\, 2025 at 11:59pm EST\nSign Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMemorial Mayhem (Down Deep)\n$65\n22 spots left. Price increases after February 28\, 2025 at 11:59pm EST\nSign Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nPlace\n200 E 13th St\nRiviera Beach\, FL US 33404\n\n\n\n\nChallenge Coin and Dry Bag\n\nComing Soon!\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\nDate:  \nMay 26th\, 2025 \n8:30am – 1:30pm \n  \nApex Predator Memorial Mayhem \nGet ready for an epic battle beneath the waves! Apex Predator Memorial Mayhem is the ultimate lionfish hunting derby\, happening on Memorial Day at Riviera Beach Marina in Palm Beach County\, FL. This high-energy event challenges divers to remove as many invasive lionfish as possible while competing for cash prizes\, gear\, and bragging rights! \nLike each Apex Predator event\, this derby is all about conservation\, competition\, and community. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or a first-timer\, this is your chance to protect Florida’s reefs while also remembering and honoring all those who have served. \nParticipants will board one of two dive boats 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 Memorial Mayhem challenge coin as well as a large dry bag. \n🔹 When: Memorial Day\, May 26th\, 2025\n🔹 Where: Riviera Beach Marina\, Palm Beach County\, FL\n🔹 What: Lionfish derby with cash prizes\, gear giveaways\, and post-event raffles\n🔹 Why: Help remove invasive lionfish\, win big\, and support reef conservation \nThink you have what it takes to claim the title of Apex Predator? Grab your gear\, gather your dive crew\, and join the hunt! Registration is open now. \n  \nPrize Structure: \n\nMost Lionfish Caught: $250 cash prize\nLargest Lionfish: $100 cash prize\nSmallest Lionfish: $50 cash prize\n\n  \nImportant Details: \n\nRegistration includes entry on dive boat for a two-tank dive.\nAll participants are responsible for their own dive equipment\, rentals are available through the dive shops\nIf you need to rent equipment\, please contact the Stuart Scuba directly to rent equipment and reserve tanks.\n\nStuart Scuba – 772-600-8288\n\n\n\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/2025-apex-predator-memorial-mayhem/
LOCATION:Rivera Beach Marina\, 201 E 13 St\, Rivera Beach\, 33404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Apex Promoz":MAILTO:john@apexpromoz.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250211T225355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T194320Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo
DESCRIPTION:Proud sponsor of…\n\nJUNE 6-8\, 2025\nThe ‘Funnest’ Fishing Tournament on the Gulf Coast – the Flora-Bama’s Annual Fishing Rodeo is the “Every Mans” fishing rodeo! Just like the Flora-Bama Lounge\, you don’t have to be a VIP to fish with us!Categories will range from Catfish to Bill Fish\, including a Spearfishing category and everything in-between. Heck\, we’ll probably see who can catch the biggest crab before it’s all said and done. Bring all the family and friends for a fun packed weekend. With that said\, we can promise you one thing – we’ll be giving away top-of-the-line prizes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen and where is the rodeo? \nJUNE 6\, 7 & 8. 2025The tournament will be held at the Flora-Bama Ole River Grill beach area\, across the street from the World Famous Flora-Bama Lounge. The Fishing Rodeo is a 3-day Captain’s Choice tournament with anglers competing for 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place in 30 categories including red snapper.Accompanying the tournament will be a three day beach party and awards ceremony that will include daily weigh-ins with fish viewing area\, live music\, great food\, vendor booths and hospitality done in true Flora-Bama fashion!\n\n\n\n\nWhere can I register / enter? \nRegistration will open May 1st.\n\n\n\n\nWhat is the official schedule of the rodeo? \nTHERE WILL BE A FACEBOOK LIVE VIRTUAL CAPTAIN’S MEETING ON 6/6 AT 6PM THE FLORA-BAMA FISHING RODEO FACEBOOK PAGE. RODEO OPENSFriday\, June 6th\, 2025 at 12AM CT. RODEO CLOSESSaturday\, June 7th\, 2025 at 7PM CT.WEIGH-IN STATIONS Friday\, June 6th\, 2025\, 2 – 7 PM Ole River Grill Beach AreaSaturday\, June 7th\, 2025\, 2 – 7 PM Ole River Grill Beach Area.If you aren’t in line by the end time\, you cannot weigh in. There will be music\, food\, activities\, and drinks for everyone of all ages going on both days at the Flora-Bama Yacht Club and Flora-Bama Ole River Grill so come join the fun Friday and Saturday.AWARDS CEREMONYSunday\, June 8th\, 2025\, 11 AM at Flora-Bama Yacht Club Stage.Important Ticket Info:You can get them online at florabama.catchstat.com. Tickets can be purchased online until 11:59 pm on Thursday\, June 6th.Everyone must enter one of two divisions when fishing the FBFR\, the kids division or the adults division.A kid may compete in the adults division by purchasing an adult ticket\, but an adult may not compete in the kids division.For online purchases\, please print your confirmation email or show it on your phone at the weigh station.\n\n\n\n\nAny more information? \nWhere can I leave from?You do not have to sign out from any specific location.  You may begin fishing at 12:00 am on Friday\, June 6th.  Fish may be caught from any location between Cape San Blas\, FL and the TX/LA border. You must weigh in no later than 7pm June 7th.Where is the weigh in?Next to the Flora-Bama Ole River Grill on the Beach Area. All boats that cannot fit under the Ono Island Bridge\, please bring your fish in by vehicle. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT EVENTS@FLORABAMA.COM
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-flora-bama-fishing-rodeo/
CATEGORIES:Derby,Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250608
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
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SUMMARY:Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation’s 1st Annual Lionfish Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Proud sponsor of… \nExcitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at the Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation’s 1st Annual Lion Fish Tournament\, a fundraising event. It’s going to be an event like no other\, and we want you to be there! Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission of honoring our Veterans\, First Responders and their K9s by interring their cremated remains in prepositioned artificial reefs. These reefs become living memorials that allow marine life to thrive\, and the families to celebrate their loved one’s life. \nThank you for supporting our mission. Your support is invaluable! \nClick HERE to register. \nClick the links below for other important information: \nSponsorship Package \nLionfish 2025 Rules and Regulations 33125 \nFishing Tournament Release \nGeneral Scuba Release Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation Inc.
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/warrior-memorial-reefs-foundations-1st-annual-lionfish-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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250615
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250320T080040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T154147Z
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SUMMARY:2025 2nd Annual Operation Lionfish benefiting Warfighter Scuba
DESCRIPTION:Event Site: https://www.warfighterscuba.org/operation-lionfish/ \nWould you like to sponsor or give an in-kind gift: https://www.warfighterscuba.org/operation-lionfish-sponsorships/ \n \n \nGeneral Inquiries: info@warfighterscuba.org \nDonation Inquiries: donations@warfighterscuba.org \nEvent Inquiries: +1 954-907-0826 \nTimeline: \nRegistration opens: April 15th\, 2025 – https://www.warfighterscuba.org/operation-lionfish/ \nRegistration closes: Friday\, June 13\, 2025 @ 6:45 pm \nCaptain’s Meeting: Friday\, June 13\, 2025 @ 7:00 pm \n\nLuigi di Roma Italian Ristorante\, 718 S Federal Hwy\, Deerfield Beach\, FL 33441 \nFacebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/share/1APtNc8ATm/\n\nHarvesting begins: Sunrise\, Saturday\, June 14\, 2025 \nFestivities & Scoring Station: Saturday\, June 14\, 2025 @ 2:00 pm at Luigi di Roma Italian Ristorante\, 718 S Federal Hwy\, Deerfield Beach\, FL 33441  \nScoring Station Opens: Saturday\, June 14\, 2025 @ 2:00 pm \nScoring Station Closes: Saturday\, June 14\, 2025 @ 5:00 pm \nAwards\, Prizes & In-Person Slayer Raffle: Saturday\, June 14\, 2025 @ 5:00 pm \nThis public event welcomes the community to support lionfish removal and\, most importantly\, our veterans. The celebration is free\, with food and drinks available for purchase\, courtesy of Luigi di Roma. \nFestivities End: Saturday\, June 14\, 2025 @ 7:00 pm \n  \nSilent Auction starts: April 15th\, 2025 – https://www.warfighterscuba.org/operation-lionfish-auction \nSilent Auction ends: Saturday\, June 14\, 2025 @ 6:00 pm EST \nOnline Raffle starts: April 15th\, 2025 – https://www.warfighterscuba.org/operation-lionfish-raffle \nOnline Raffle ends: Saturday\, June 14\, 2025 @ 6:00 pm – https://www.warfighterscuba.org/operation-lionfish-raffle \nIn-Person Slayer Raffle Begins: Saturday\, June 14\, 2025 @ 2:00 pm \nIn-Person Slayer Raffle Ends: Saturday\, June 14\, 2025 @ 5:00 pm \nTOURNAMENT AWARDS\n\n\n\nOnly one winning entry per team will be allowed in EACH category. In the event of a tie\, the winning team or individual will be determined by the earliest check-in of their lionfish at the scoring station.\nCash awards will be presented to the team according to the following schedule:\n\n\n\n\nScuba Per Winning Team\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMost:\n\n1st: $500\n2nd: $300\n3rd: $100\n\n\nBiggest:\n\n1st: $400\n2nd: $200\n\n\nSmallest:\n\n1st: $300\n2nd: $200\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFreedive Per Winning Team\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMost:\n\n1st: $400\n2nd: $200\n\n\nBiggest:\n\n1st: $400\n2nd: $200\n\n\nSmallest:\n\n1st: $300\n2nd: $200\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nTeams that wish to donate their catch may do so for the raffle prize drawing. One lionfish equals one raffle ticket during the tournament.\nRaffle prizes will be drawn randomly until all prizes have been distributed.
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-operation-lionfish/
LOCATION:Luigi di Roma Italian Ristorante\, 718 S. Federal Hwy\, Deerfield Beach\, FL\, 33441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event,Reef Clean Up
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ORGANIZER;CN="ZooKeeper":MAILTO:info@lionfishzk.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250623
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250206T180005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T194234Z
UID:30083-1750291200-1750636799@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2025 Mafia Madness Rodeo
DESCRIPTION:Proud sponsor of… \nDates: June 19th-22nd  Location: Indian Point RV Resort Weigh-In: June 22nd @ 12-2PM (checked in by 2PM)  \nREGISTRATION DETAILS  Submit payment and participant information @ Fishing Chaos \nIncludes: Shirt\, Beer (while it lasts)\, and Food $75 – Early entry by May 27th\n$95 – After May 27th CLOSED – June 18th @ 9PM \nCATEGORIES AS FOLLOWS \nSpearfishing: Red Snapper – Mangrove -Snapper – Cobia – Barracuda – Sheepshead – Grouper – Almaco – Jack Fish – Lion Fish (biggest\, smallest\, and most by weight) – Other/miscellaneous \nKids Category– Largest legal fish ( 15yo and under) – Smallest legal fish (6yo and under) \nAWARDS AND PRIZES \nMajor Awards: trophy and early prize pick for King Spearfisherman – Queen Spearfisherman – Novice Spear Fisherman (certified 4 years or less) – Best Boat – Best Club \n All other categories will have 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place trophies and prize pick\, with the exception of Lion Fish. Lionfish will have 1 trophy and prize pick for each category \nClick Here for Official Rodeo Rules
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-mafia-madness-rodeo/
CATEGORIES:Derby,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Deepwater Mafia":MAILTO:deepwatermafia@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250622
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
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SUMMARY:2025 St. Thomas / ST. John Lionfish Derby
DESCRIPTION:ZooKeeper is a proud sponsor of this event.\nWhen is the Derby? \n\nHunting takes place on Saturday June 21st\, starting at 6am.\n\nWhen is the Captain’s Meeting? \n\nThe Captain’s Meeting will take place on Friday June 20th at 6pm AST.\n\nWhere is the Captain’s Meeting? \n\nThe captains meeting will be held at the Virgin Islands Game Fishing Club in Red Hook. Google and Apple maps have a location pin for easy navigation. VIGFC has car parking available\, and the location can also be accessed easily by the safari taxi route\, or if your are coming from STJ by ferry. Please contact Matthew at 340-208-0738 if you have any questions.\n\nIs the Captain’s Meeting mandatory? \n\nYes\, the designated team captain is required to attend. For other members of the team\, the meeting is optional\, but recommended to ensure all the paperwork is in order. If one member of your team does not sign a waiver\, they will not be allowed to participate in the 2025 STT/STJ Lionfish Derby.\n\nWhen is the Awards Ceremony? \n\nSaturday\, June 21st after the weighing is complete at the Virgin Islands Game Fishing Club\n\nDo I need to register? \n\nYes\, registration can be completed here.\n\nHow do I register? \n\nUse the registration form above\, and complete the information to register your team.\nEnsure you have your team members names\, a designated team captain\, and all dive certification numbers handy.\n\nWhat is the cost? \n\n$50 per person. Each person will receive a SPF 50 long sleeve sun shirt with their registration. These will be distributed at the Captain’s Meeting.\n\nDo I need to sign a waiver? \n\nYes. Each member of your team must complete a waiver\, as well as any spectators that will be on the boat.\nWaivers can be filled out and submitted here.\n\nHow can I pay my registration fee? \n\nCash and Credit Cards will be accepted at the Captain’s Meeting on Friday.\nVenmo @CORE-Foundation | Please include your team name in the memo.\nPaypal: paypal.me/COREUSVI | Please include your team name in the memo.\n\nWhat are the rules? \n\nPlease review the rules page to familiarize yourself with the smaller details.\n\nCan I keep my catch? \n\nYes. During registration\, if you want to keep your catch\, please designate your intention with the radio button. After the event organizers have weighed and measured your catch\, you are free to take it home in your own coolers. We will collect all of the data and ensure it is accounted to your team for prize awards.\n\nWhere is the weigh station? \n\nBehind Tap and Still Red Hook\, just outside of the American Yacht Harbor gate.\n\nCan I pull into American Yacht Harbor to drop off my catch? \n\nYes\, the event will have two slips in American Yacht Harbor for your convenience. Please take your coolers off of the boat and walk them up the dock\, and then free up the slip for another team to use. Please do not wait in the slip until your catch is measured\, weighed\, and counted.\n\nWhen do the weigh stations close? \n\nWeigh stations will close at 2pm. Please have your catch in before the cutoff.\n\nWhat if I want to free dive? \n\nFree diving is allowed within the rules of the 2025 STT/STJ Lionfish Derby. You will still be required to fill out a waiver and pay the $50 dollar non refundable registration fee.\n\nHow do I know if I am in a protected area? \n\nPlease use this map to determine where VI NPS Waters begin and end.\n\nCan we have a Boat Captain / Surface Support that stays topside the entire derby and does not hunt? \n\nYes\, they will be considered a spectator of the event and will still need to register and sign a waiver. Please include their information during team registration. They do not need to pay for the entry fee\, but also will not be entitled to an event sun shirt.\n\nCan we have other spectators on the boat? \n\nYes\, you may have additional spectators on the boat who are not participating in the hunt. They will required to complete the waiver.\n\nWill there be a raffle? \n\nYes. The raffle will take place at the awards ceremony on Saturday. There will be a raffle to give away one blue Zookeeper with one extra red funnel and one extra blue funnel. No entry is necessary\, as all registered and paid participants in the derby will be eligible for the raffle prize. The names of all of the registered lionfish hunters will be written onto a slip of paper\, placed into a hat\, and drawn to reveal the winner.\nYou must be present to win.\nAdditional prizes may be added to the raffle on an ongoing basis.\n\nCan I win first\, second and third prize in a single category? \n\nNo. Per the tournament rules\, each team is eligible to enter one fish in the Smallest category\, one fish into the Largest category\, and their total catch number will be used to determine their place for the Most category. The two fish submitted to Largest and Smallest will be counted in the Most entry.\n\nDoes that mean I can win in multiple categories? \n\nYes! If you have the most\, the largest\, and the smallest fish\, you will be taking home three prizes.\n\nWhat if I have more questions? \n\nPlease email Matthew at outreach@corevi.org and he will be happy to assist you and your questions about the derby!
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-st-thomas-st-john-lionfish-derby/
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="CORE VI":MAILTO:info@corevi.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250623
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250509T173454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T194217Z
UID:30735-1750464000-1750636799@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2025 Tampa Bay Spearfishing Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Proud sponsor of… \nThe Tampa Bay Spearfishing Club is proud to announce the 16th annual Tampa Bay Spearfishing Challenge. The tournament will commence on the West Coast of Florida with the weigh-in & awards ceremony at OCC Roadhouse and Museum\, Clearwater Florida. The event is open to the public and averages over 1\,000 attendees. The tournament is a NOT-FOR-PROFIT event with proceeds going to support marine and local charities\, causes\, and organizations. \nOur tournament\, formerly the TBSC Winter Invitational\, started as a modest competition for local spear-fishermen and has grown to one of the world’s largest and most prestigious annual spearfishing tournaments. We pride ourselves in knowing that the Tampa Bay Spearfishing Challenge is one of the most fair and exciting tournaments for novice and expert shooters alike with a focus on fun\, camaraderie\, and our passion for the sport. As such\, our tournament has honors for the top overall shooters\, largest fish per species category\, top freediver\, top female\, and top junior. \nUnique to the Tampa Bay Spearfishing Challenge\, we conduct a random drawing format for prizes which gives every competitor an equal chance at our first-class prize table regardless of tournament placement. This random prize format puts the focus on community in conjunction with competition\, with honors regularly taken by inshore or newer divers due to rules that create a level playing field. This is a huge reason our sponsors and participants love us and come back year after year!
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-tampa-bay-spearfishing-challenge/
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250629
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T194130Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Northeast Florida Lionfish Round Up
DESCRIPTION:Proud sponsor of \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2nd Annual Northeast Florida Lionfish Roundup\n\n\n\nJune 28\, 2025 \n\n\n\nRegistration Form\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Tournament\n\n\nThe Northeast Florida Lionfish Roundup is a community effort to protect our reefs from invasive Lionfish. With no natural predators\, they rapidly deplete native fish\, harming our ecosystem. \nWhether you’re a seasoned diver or new to the challenge\, every Lionfish removed helps restore balance! \n\n\nLearn More
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-northeast-florida-lionfish-round-up/
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event
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SUMMARY:ZooKeeper - Lionfish Specialty Course 7.5
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/zookeeper-lionfish-specialty-course-7-5/
LOCATION:ZooKeeper Classroom\, 10330 NW 55th St\, Sunrise\, FL\, 33351\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dive,Educational
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CREATED:20250509T173109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T194010Z
UID:30732-1752278400-1752364799@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2025 Southern Open Derby
DESCRIPTION:Proud sponsor of…\nSuncoast Seals Dive Club and FSDA Announce\n\n\n2025 Southern Open Derby State Spearfishing Championship \nBoat slips are available day of and in advance. \n\n\nReservations can be made by email to sales@gulfharborsmarina.com with the customer name\, boat length\, beam\, and draft; you will then receive a slip assignment. \n\n\nPre book for $25 no power or $35 w/ power \n\n\nPay day of event for $45 \n\n\n​Location: Sunset Cove Grill: 4927 US Highway 19 New Port Richey\, FL 34652 \n\n\n\n\n\nDETAILS\n\n\nKick-off Party: June 12th @ 7:00pm \nCaptains Meeting: July 11th @ 7:00pm \nTournament Day: July 12th Sunrise-Sundown \nWeigh-in: July 13th @ 11:00am-12:00pm \nAwards Ceremony: July 13th @ 1:30pm \n\nSponsorship Info\nRULES\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nMINOR WAIVER
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-southern-open-derby/
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250713
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250509T181245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T193943Z
UID:30738-1752278400-1752364799@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2025 DX Divers Summer Lionfish Derby
DESCRIPTION:Proud sponsor of…Details coming….
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-dx-divers-summer-lionfish-derby/
LOCATION:DX Diver’s LADY GO DIVER\, Marina One West Building\, 609 North Federal Hwy\, Deerfield Beach\, 33441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Event,Reef Clean Up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250713
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250525T192643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T193715Z
UID:30798-1752278400-1752364799@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2025 Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
DESCRIPTION:Proud sponsor of Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo\n\n\n\n\nADSFR July 18 – 20\, 2025 • RMYAT July 12\, 2025\n\n\n\n\nDauphin Island\, Ala. (N30°15’31.90” W88°06’47.80”)\n\n\n\n\nRMYAT Leaderboard\n\n\n\n\nView Leaderboard\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKET OUTLETS & REGISTRATION INFO\n\n\n\n\nThe Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo attracts over 4\,000 anglers and 75\,000 spectators.\n\n\n\n\nTicket & Registration Info\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2025 SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss a thing. RMYAT will be held Saturday\, July 12th and the 92nd ADSFR will be July 18-20 on Dauphin Island.\n\n\n\n\nView Schedule
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-alabama-deep-sea-fishing-rodeo/
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250724T202958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T202958Z
UID:31212-1753833600-1753919999@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:South Florida Diving Headquarters 2025 Bugfest
DESCRIPTION:The “South Florida Diving Headquarters Bugfest” is a contest for scuba divers centered around Florida’s annual lobster mini-season. \nThe contest is on July 30\, 2025 (Wednesday) and runs through 6:00 pm. Everyone has a chance to win! \n$100.00 for dive trip (Boat trip $90 & $10 entry fee)  \nSFDH “Weigh-in”\n\nSouth Florida Diving Headquarters is hosting weigh-in from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. The weigh-in station will be set up on the South Dock at the Tiki Hut behind Goliath. \n\nEach diver will receive a raffle ticket. Plus an additional raffle ticket for each lobster you catch. (increase your chances to win-(MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN) \nSo even if you don’t catch the biggest lobster\, you could still go home with a great prize. (MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN) \nSFDH Bugfest Categories – Cash Prize  \n 1: Biggest Lobster (weight)  (Female & Male diver winners)\n\n\n 2: Total Weight Lobsters (weight)\n\nTons of Raffle Prizes!  \nThe party starts at 6:00pm. (Location: SFDH Shop) \n\nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS: \nWed: July 30\, 2025 | Lobster Weigh-In’s-10:00am–6:00pm\, South Florida Diving Headquarters\, Pompano Beach \nParty Location: (SFDH Shop)– 6:00pm-8:00pm –Awards\, & Raffle  (MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN) \n  \nBOOK YOUR SPOT:  https://www.southfloridadiving.com \nOr visit your local dive shop to reserve a spot. \nSponsors:\nAquatic Adventures- Captain Petes Dive Center- Deans Dive Center- Force-E Dive Centers- Gold Coast Scuba-Lauderdale Diver- Off the Wall Adventures- Scuba Network- Zookeeper
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/south-florida-diving-headquarters-2025-bugfest/
LOCATION:South Florida Dive Headquarters\, 101 North Riverside Drive\, Suite 111\, Pompano Beach\, FL\, 33062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dive,Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250809
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250305T180200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T152122Z
UID:30315-1754611200-1754697599@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:Kyalami 2nd Annual Lionfish Derby
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the 2nd Annual Kyalami Lionfish Derby\nHello Kyalami Family! \nJoin us for the ultimate underwater hunt—The 2nd Annual Kyalami Lionfish Derby! Compete to remove as many invasive lionfish as possible and help protect our reefs. After the dive\, we’ll tally up the numbers and announce prizes for the top hunters. \nCategories & Prizes:\n🥇 Most Lionfish Caught\n🥈 Largest Lionfish\n🥉 Smallest Lionfish\n🎉 Winners receive bragging rights + awesome prizes!\nJoin us for an epic day of marine conservation\, fun competition\, and a great cause! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook in Jupiter\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook in Palm Beach\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details:\n\nMeet Time: 7 AM\n\nDeparture: 8 AM \n\n\nReturn: 2 PM \n\n\nPrice: $120 per person \n\n\nPost-Dive Activities\nAfter the dive\, join our barbecue social and enjoy delicious bites\, shop for unique lionfish_huntress_florida jewelry\, and partake in educational talks. It’s a wonderful way to connect with fellow ocean lovers and learn about our conservation efforts. \nThis derby is more than just a competition; it’s a significant opportunity to impact our marine ecosystem positively. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook in Jupiter\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook in Palm Beach\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Highlights:\n\n\nJoin the strategic session with local experts @thescubaclub and @jupiterscubadiving to maximize your team’s lionfish haul. \n\n\nExplore the latest equipment from @lionfish_zookeeper and get a chance to win exciting prizes. \n\n\nDon’t miss this day of action-packed diving and spirited competition. Sign up now and pick your boat. Dive in for a cause and see who will claim the title of the ultimate lionfish hunter!
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/kyalami-2nd-annual-lionfish-derby/
LOCATION:Kyalami Divers\, 200 East 13th Street\, Slip P14\, Riviera Beach\, FL\, 33404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event,Reef Clean Up
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kyalami Divers - The Scuba Club":MAILTO:info@TheScubaClub.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250630T202510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T202510Z
UID:31003-1755907200-1756079999@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:Splash and Tobacco Caye 2025 5th Annual Lionfish Derby
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/splash-and-tobacco-caye-2025-5th-annual-lionfish-derby/
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250218T212544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T215024Z
UID:30179-1756598400-1756684799@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2025 Apex Predator Summer Showdown
DESCRIPTION:Proud sponsor of…\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApex Predator Summer Showdown\n\n\n\n\n\nThe hunt continues! Apex Predator Summer Showdown is your chance to make an impact while taking on the ultimate underwater challenge. Happening Sunday\, August 31\, 2025\, at Riviera Beach Marina in Palm Beach County\, FL\, this lionfish derby brings together divers of all levels for a single day of competition\, conservation\, and community. \nLionfish are one of the biggest threats to Florida’s reefs\, and we’re not taking a day off from the fight. Join us in removing these invasive predators while competing for cash prizes\, gear giveaways\, and ultimate bragging rights! \nHow It Works:\n🦁 Participants will board one of two dive boats and head to designated dive sites.\n🎯 Teams of two will compete to remove as many lionfish as possible during a two-tank dive.\n🏆 Prizes will be awarded for the most\, largest\, and smallest lionfish caught.\n🎁 Every diver will receive an exclusive Apex Predator Labor Day Lockdown challenge coin and a straw sun hat with a lionfish under brim design \nEvent Details:\n📍 Location: Riviera Beach Marina\, Palm Beach County\, FL\n🎯 Objective: Catch as many invasive lionfish as possible!\n💰 Why Join? Protect Florida’s reefs\, win big\, and celebrate the spirit of competition. \nPrize Structure:\n🏆 Most Lionfish Caught: $250 cash prize\n📏 Largest Lionfish: $100 cash prize\n📐 Smallest Lionfish: $50 cash prize \nImportant Details:\n✅ Registration includes a spot on a dive boat for a two-tank dive.\n✅ Participants must provide their own dive gear (rentals available through local dive shops).\n✅ Need to rent gear? Contact Stuart Scuba directly to rent equipment and reserve tanks. \nStuart Scuba – 772-600-8288 \nDo you have what it takes to lock down the Apex Predator title? Register now and join the hunt! \n\n\n\n\n\nRace Contact Info\n\n\nIf you have any questions about this race\, click the button below. \nQuestions? \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-apex-predator-summer-showdown/
LOCATION:Rivera Beach Marina\, 201 E 13 St\, Rivera Beach\, 33404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Apex Promoz":MAILTO:john@apexpromoz.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250630T204412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T204412Z
UID:31007-1757116800-1757203199@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2025 60th Annual St. Pete Open
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-60th-annual-st-pete-open/
CATEGORIES:Derby,Educational,Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250728T194710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T200313Z
UID:31249-1757635200-1757807999@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2025 Reels & Spears Gulf Classic Fishing Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation Announces Reels\n& Spears Gulf Classic Fishing Tournament \nPanama City Beach\, FL – July 28\, 2025 – Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation\, in collaboration with Point South Marina at Bay Point\,\nis excited to launch the Reels & Spears Gulf Classic\, a reimagined fishing tournament scheduled for September 12-13\, 2025\, at Point\nSouth Marina in Panama City Beach\, Florida. This event revamps the First Annual Lionfish Tournament\, which struggled with limited\nsponsorship\, participant\, and vendor engagement. To increase appeal\, the Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation and Point South Marina have\nexpanded the tournament to include Snapper and Grouper\, alongside the invasive Lionfish\, promising a more vibrant and competitive\nexperience. \nTo be more alluring to all anglers\, hook and line/ reel fishing has also been added. This allows teams to consist of both spearfisher and reel\nanglers\, if they choose. \nThe Reels & Spears Gulf Classic will feature a Calcutta and Trifecta competition\, adding excitement for anglers. On Saturday\, September\n13th\, the event will transform into a family-friendly celebration\, complete with sponsor booths\, vendors\, and activities for all ages\, fostering\na festive community atmosphere\, while capturing the spirit of the Emerald Coast and Panama City Beach. \nAll proceeds\, after prize distributions\, will directly fund the Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation’s mission to construct memorial reefs\nhonoring fallen warriors at no cost to their families. Operating solely through donations\, grants\, and sponsorships\, the Warrior Memorial\nReefs Foundation ensures that 100% of contributions support the mission\, with no board member receiving compensation. There is zero\nexpense to the family for their warrior’s reef and Celebration of Life ceremony at sea. \n“We are thrilled to partner with Point South Marina to create a premier fishing tournament that not only celebrates our coastal community but\nalso advances our mission to honor fallen heroes\,” said Joe Theodorou\, President of the Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation. “By including\nSnapper and Grouper\, we anticipate greater participation and aim to establish this event as a cornerstone for future fundraising.”\nSponsorship and vendor packages are available. \nEarlybird registration is open from July 26 to August 1\, 2025. For sponsorship inquiries\, please contact Gretchen Theodorou at\nGretchen.Theodorou@WarriorMemorialReefs.org. Join us for a weekend of fishing\, family fun\, and supporting a noble cause. \nAbout Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation \nWarrior Memorial Reefs Foundation is dedicated to building artificial reefs as lasting tributes to fallen warriors. Fully funded by donations\,\ngrants\, and sponsorships\, the Warrior Memorial Reefs Foundation directs 100% of contributions to its mission\, ensuring no cost to the\nfamilies of fallen heroes. \nAbout Point South Marina at Bay Point\nNestled in Panama City Beach\, Florida\, Point South Marina at Bay Point is a top-tier marina committed to hosting exceptional boating and\ncommunity events. \nFor more details\, visit www.warriormemorialreefs.org\, or contact Gretchen.Theodorou@WarriorMemorialReefs.org
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250326T213615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T181156Z
UID:30423-1757808000-1757894399@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2025 FWC Lionfish Challenge - Ends
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-fwc-lionfish-challenge-ends/
CATEGORIES:Derby
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ORGANIZER;CN="Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)":MAILTO:Lionfish@MyFWC.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250906T125255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T125609Z
UID:31652-1758153600-1758239999@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:Tela 2025 4th Annual Lionfish Derby
DESCRIPTION:Eres un buzo con buena flotabilidad y con experiencia cazando pez leon? Unete a nosotros en el evento de conservación más emocionante del año. IV Derby de Pez Leon\, en el marco de la celebración del Festival del Marisco Tela 2025. \n📍 Lugar: Bahía de Tela\n📆 Fecha: 18 de septiembre\, 2025\n📝Inscripción: L 1\,000 por participante \nCon tu inscripción participás automáticamente en rifas de premios increíbles. Desde zookeepers\, arpones\, buceos gratis hasta reguladores de la marca NEX gracias a nuestros patrocinadores 🎉🎁 \nRequisitos para participar:\n✔ Tener mínimo 40 buceos comprobables y buena flotabilidad.\n✔ Contar con tu propio equipo de buceo (BCD\, regulador\, máscara y aletas) \n⚠ Cupos limitados – ¡Asegurá tu lugar ahora! \n✅ Si querés ser parte del evento\, ingresá al link y completá tu inscripción *LINK EN BIO* \nSumate\, ayudá al arrecife y viví la experiencia. \n******************************************************************************************************* \nYou are an experienced diver with good buoyancy control and lionfish hunting skills? Join us for the most exciting conservation event of the year: the IV Lionfish Derby\, held during the Tela Seafood Festival 2025! \n📍 Location: Tela Bay 📆 Date: September 18\, 2025 📝 Registration: L 1\,000 per participant \nWith your registration\, you automatically enter raffles for amazing prizes\, including zookeepers\, spearguns\, free dives\, and NEX brand regulators\, thanks to our sponsors! 🎉🎁 \nRequirements to participate: ✔ Minimum of 40 logged dives and good buoyancy control. ✔ Own dive gear (BCD\, regulator\, mask\, and fins). \n⚠ Limited spots – Secure your place now! \n✅ Want to join the event? Click the link to complete your registration LINK IN BIO \nJoin us\, help protect the reef\, and live the experience!
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/tela-2025-4th-annual-lionfish-derby/
LOCATION:Honduras – Bahía de Tela\, Bahía de Tela\, Honduras
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250525T194834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T200812Z
UID:30802-1758153600-1758499199@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2025 Pensacola Lionfish Shootout
DESCRIPTION:ZooKeeper is a proud sponsor of this event… \n\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 18\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBamboo Willies\n\nor watch online via Facebook Live HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCaptain’s Meeting\n\n\n\n\nThis is mandatory for at least one representative of each team either attend in person\, or view on the Pensacola Lionfish Shootout facebook live broadcast. Teams that watch on facebook live must comment with their team name to check in at the meeting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, September 19\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSunrise – Sunset\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInvaded Range\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTournament Day One\n\n\n\n\nTournament begins at sunrise and ends at sunset. Go forth and shoot as many lionfish as you can find. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, September 20\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSunrise – Sunset\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInvaded Range\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTournament Day Two\n\n\n\n\nTournament begins at sunrise and ends at sunset. Go forth and shoot as many lionfish as you can find. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3:00pm – 6:oopm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPensacola Beach Boardwalk\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCount Station Open\n\n\n\n\nThe count station will be open from 3pm – 6pm to drop off fish. Please refer to the rules on cooler drop off and icing of fish. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10am – 5pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPensacola Beach Boardwalk\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLionfish Festival\n\n\n\n\nBring the family out to the festival and learn about the invasive lionfish.  Watch the lionfish hunters come in with their catch for the tournament and enjoy the family-friendly activites\, vendor booths\, and fun! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6 pm – 11pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFish Heads Restaurant & Bar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet & Greet Party\n\n\n\n\nCome join the after party at Fish Heads Restaurant & Bar behind our host hotel\, the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriot located directly on the Gulf of Mexico. Participants\, sponsors\, vendors\, and participants will all be there to eat\, drink\, and tell stories (and lies) about lionfish hunting. See old friends\, and meet many new ones. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, September 21\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n8:00am – 11:ooam\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPensacola Beach Boardwalk\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCount Station Open\n\n\n\n\nThe count station will open at 8am and close promptly at 11am. ALL participants must be in the cooler line and checked in by tournamnet staff no later than 11am. No exceptions. Please refer to the rules on cooler drop off and icing of fish. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:00am – 5:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPensacola Beach Boardwalk\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLionfish Festival\n\n\n\n\nBring the family out to the festival and learn about the invasive lionfish.  Watch the lionfish hunters come in with their catch for the tournament and enjoy the family-friendly activites\, vendor booths\, and fun! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApprox. 3pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBamboo Willies\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAwards Ceremony\n\n\n\n\nThe moment you have all been waiting for. As soon as the fish are counted\, and sizes are tallied\, we will announce the winners and have the raffles. Get ready to win cash and prizes! \nFWC’s lionfish King or Queen will be announced during this time. \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-pensacola-lionfish-shootout/
LOCATION:Pensacola Beach Boardwalk\, Pensacola\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event,Reef Clean Up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251002
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250724T210528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T184936Z
UID:31215-1759276800-1759363199@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:ZooKeeper's 2025 Winter Lionfish Throw Down - Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/zookeepers-2025-winter-lionfish-throw-down-kickoff/
LOCATION:Atlantic & Gulf of America Waters\, All gulf & Atlantic States\, PR & USVI
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event,Reef Clean Up
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ORGANIZER;CN="ZooKeeper":MAILTO:info@lionfishzk.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250906T193503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T172835Z
UID:31661-1761264000-1761523199@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:Emerald Coast Reef Assoc’s 2nd Annual Haunted Harvest
DESCRIPTION:Time & Location\n\n\nOct 24\, 2025\, 6:00 AM CDT – Oct 26\, 2025\, 3:00 PM CDT \nThe Harbor Tavern\, 306 Harbor Blvd\, Destin\, FL 32541\, USA \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin ECRA’s 2nd Annual Haunted Harvest to benefit our reef building fund! Categories include (but may not be limited to) largest spiny lobster\, largest slipper lobster\, largest lionfish and largest red snapper (separate category for spearfishing and rod and reel). Awards go to the top 3 largest in all categories. All lobster must be taken by hand. \nRegister by Oct 1 to guarantee a tournament shirt \nHunting/Fishing: Sunrise to sunset Oct 24 & 25 \nWeigh-in: 11am Oct 26  \nAwards & Social: 12pm – 3pm Oct 26  \nQuestions? Call or text Rick (850-502-6732) or Savanna (850-225-2382) \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMembership Offer\nBuy a membership and get 20% off this event at checkout\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTournament Registration\n\n\n\nSale ends \nOct 23\, 6:00 PM CDT \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice $125.00+$3.13 ticket service fee
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/emerald-coast-reef-assocs-2nd-annual-haunted-harvest/
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emerald Coast Reef Association":MAILTO:ecrabod@gmail.com
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251026
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T171550Z
UID:31669-1761350400-1761436799@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:Dive Pros 36th Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest
DESCRIPTION:What?: The Greatest Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest of all time. \nWho?: You\, your favorite Dive Buddy & a sacrificial Pumpkin! \nWhen?:  Saturday\, the 25th of October 2025.\n•    Registration & Safety checks begin at 12:00 noon.\n•    Carving begins at 1:00 pm with a one-hour time limit.\n•    BBQ\, Costume Party\, Awards & Raffle begin at 6:00 p.m. \nWhere?: Park West & Dive Pros in Pensacola\n• Carving at Park West on Pensacola Beach\, FL (1340 Fort Pickens Road\, Pensacola Beach\, FL 32561)\n• BBQ\, Costume Party\, Awards & Raffle at the Dive Pros (7203 Hwy 98 West\, Pensacola\, FL 32506) \nWhy?: To have lots of FUN and support: Favor House of Northwest Florida. \nHow Much?: $50.00 per team (entitles you to twenty raffle tickets). Additional raffle tickets can be purchased for $1.00 each. Individuals not entered into the Pumpkin Carving Contest who desire to purchase raffle tickets may do so for $1.00 per ticket. \nThe Rules of Play:\n• 2 carvers per team always.\n• Kids must be directly supervised by an adult at all times.\n• No cuts\, holes\, or punctures prior to the official start signal. Drawing designs in advance is acceptable.\n• Underwater carvers must do all work while underwater. No beach touch-ups after exiting.\n• One-hour time limit.\n• Divers must pass a pre-dive safety inspection.\n• You must be present at judging to win. \nThis year’s categories are: Creatures of the Deep – Most Creative – Best Carving
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/dive-pros-36th-annual-pumpkin-carving-contest/
LOCATION:Dive Pros\, 7203 W Highway 98\, Pensacola\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dive,Event
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251026
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T172208Z
UID:31672-1761350400-1761436799@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2025 Curaçao Lionfish Derby
DESCRIPTION:Curaçao Lionfish Derby – October 25\nJoin us for another exciting Lionfish Derby on Saturday\, October 25 2025!\nThis year bigger than ever with also an Ocean & Conservation Market. So join and show us you are the best hunter of Curacao and invite your family and friends to come and see you receiving the first prize! \nDiver Information\n\n\n8:30 a.m.: Arrive at Lionfish Caribbean @ Kura Hulanda with all your gear\, tanks\, hunting equipment\, cooler\, etc. \n\n\n8:35 a.m.: Welcome and briefing \n\n\n9:00 a.m.: Divers leave. Participants are allowed to dive all over the island (2 dives) \n\n\n4:00 p.m.: All fish must be brought in \n\n\n5:00 p.m.: Ceremony\, prizes\, and raffle drawing \n\n\n6:00 p.m.: Lionfish\, Beers and Live music \n\n\nAll night: Happy Hour!!! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGame rules:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2 tanks per diver \n\n\nDive all over the island \n\n\nNo boats \n\n\nNo solo diving \n\n\nDive within certification level \n\n\nWinner takes it all – the organization buys your catch for ang12.50 per kg\, the total amount of all hunters will go to the winner \n\n\n90% of total catch is the prize for most KG Lionfish \n\n\n10% of total catch is the prize for most Debris \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to sign up!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipation Fee:\n\n\nANG 70 / $40 per person (Payment to be done minimum 3 days before the Derby\, by bank transfer\, or in the store) \n\n\nYour Fee Includes:\n\n\nGoodie bag (with drink\, snack\, gadgets\, presents\, raffle tickets\, and more) \n\n\nBags of ice \n\n\nHappy Hour drinks \n\n\nDinner
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-curacao-lionfish-derby/
LOCATION:Lionfish Caribbean\, 23 IJerstraat\, Willemstad\, Curaçao
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lionfish Caribbean":MAILTO:contact@lionfishcaribbean.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251115
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20241213T194319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T152527Z
UID:29453-1762819200-1763164799@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:DEMA 2025 - Booth 1773
DESCRIPTION:Booth 1773 \n \n 
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/dema-2025-booth-1773/
LOCATION:Orange County Convention Center\, Orlando\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Event
ORGANIZER;CN="DEMA":MAILTO:info@dema.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251216
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250115T193108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T193856Z
UID:29955-1765756800-1765843199@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:2025 South East Spearfishing Tournament - Ends
DESCRIPTION:Proud sponsor of… \nThe South East Spearfishing Tournament is a yearlong event that allows people from North Carolina to Texas to compete! \nSpearfish all the time like you normally do\, except when you get that huge fish\, enter it to win prizes or to become the TOP DOG!
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/2025-south-east-spearfishing-tournament-ends/
CATEGORIES:Derby
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTSTAMP:20260404T003344
CREATED:20250724T210746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T211010Z
UID:31217-1767139200-1767225599@lionfishzk.com
SUMMARY:ZooKeeper's 2025 Winter Lionfish Throw Down - Surface Interval
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://lionfishzk.com/event/zookeepers-2025-winter-lionfish-throw-down-surface-interval/
LOCATION:Florida State Waters\, United States
CATEGORIES:Derby,Dive,Educational,Reef Clean Up
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ORGANIZER;CN="ZooKeeper":MAILTO:info@lionfishzk.com
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