picture1.gifPORT ARANSAS, TX (September 2007) -  Bass Pro Shops and Plantation Suites & Conference Center have teamed together to sponsor this Fly Fishing Tournament—The Plantation Cup—on Saturday, October 27th in Port Aransas, TX.

The Plantation Cup includes two nights lodging at Plantation Suites & Conference Center in a Queen Suite, Shrimp Boil Dinner on Saturday, Tournament Prizes and Deluxe Hot Continental Breakfast on Saturday and Sunday.

Fish cleaning house and barbeque grills are available for those who want to cook some of their catch. Additional nights are available for 40% off the regular room rate.  Room upgrades to a Queen Kitchenette, King Spa Suite, King Kitchenette Spa Suite or two-bedroom Condo are available for an additional fee.

Rules & Such:  Fishing begins at first light Saturday, October 27, 2007 and ends at 5:00 PM.   All score sheets must be turned in by 6:00 PM.  This honor system tournament is open to everybody, guides included. To qualify for a prize, fish must be caught on a fly rod & artificial fly.  All results are on your honor.  There are no referees nor judges provided. 

Prizes will be awarded for the longest redfish, longest speckled trout, and slam. A slam is from two to five fish (one fish allowed from each category: speckled trout, redfish, flounder, black drum, or ladyfish). Lengths are measured to the nearest 1/8-inch. In the event of a tie, a coin flip will determine the winning entry.

All Texas fishing and boating regulations apply. There are no cash awards.  Tournament fee is $225 for two people with limited availability.  Call today 877-836-3866 for more information and reservations.