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The very popular IGFA School of Sportfishing, brought to anglers by Mercury
Marine, is preparing for its fifteenth session. The new session will start on
Tuesday, May 4th. With topics ranging from bottom fishing to rigging and
trolling artificial lures to using marine electronics, we have a great lineup in
store for our participants. These classes maintain the level of excellence
expected of the School of Sportfishing name with timely subjects taught by
well-known, top-level captains. This session is shaping up to be something truly
special! "We are following up another fantastic session. Session 14's new
classes, new instructors, and new giveaways made for one of our most successful
ever. As always, a new session will bring new opportunities so sign up soon"
said the IGFA's Jeff Mackin.
With a class size limit of 24 anglers the School of Sportfishing offers a unique
experience for anglers who want to obtain the skills, information and techniques
necessary to maximize their overall success on the water.
The classes, all scheduled on Tuesday nights from 7 - 10 p.m., are taught at the
IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum. Each course features printed curriculum on
the session, equipment and hands-on instruction where anglers have a chance to
interact and learn from fisherman who they would usually only see on television
or read about in fishing magazines.
Along with the course materials, each participant will receive tackle and
products. Included in these giveaways are lures from Yo-Zuri, hook packs from
VMC, and much more. As an added bonus, each person in the class will be entered
to win various door prizes, such as lures, rods, and rod&reel combos, given out
during each class.
Cost per class is $150 for nonmembers and $100 for members. The fee covers the
cost of the class, course materials, and tackle handed out during each class.
For more details call Jeff at 954-924-4340 or e-mail him at
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Session 15 Courses
Fundamentals of Sportfishing – Tuesday, May 4, 2010: If you’re new to the
game or a seasoned vet to the sport, these are must have skills every
sportfisherman should know. This hands-on intensive class will cover different
types of bait rigging, how to tie critical knots for double line, line to line,
terminal connections, and wire twists, and also proper terminal tackle prep like
crimping, making leaders and hook sharpening. Taught by Capt. Tony DiGiulian
Bottom Fishing Wrecks and Reefs – Tuesday, May 11, 2010: If you have ever
had a slow day trolling and wished for some serious rod bending action, then
this is the class for you. Techniques for snapper and grouper are just some of
what you will learn. Instructor TBD
The Basics of Rigging and Trolling Artificial Lures – Tuesday, May 18,
2010: Find out why lure making is considered an art form. All about how and why
lures work; be proficient in re-skirting your own lures and building hook sets.
Taught by Capt. Josh Brown
Targeting Nearshore Gamefish: Dolphin, Kings, & Blackfins– Tuesday, May
25, 2010: A class designed for the angler looking to fill their cooler. The
majority of prime table fare species occur along the near shore, inside of 800
feet of water. We’ll teach you the most effective strategies for dolphin,
kingfish, blackfin tuna, cobia, and more. Taught by Capt. Bouncer Smith
Understanding Your Onboard Electronics – Tuesday, June 1, 2010: Today's
marine electronics are capable of some amazing things if you know how to
properly utilize them. Learn some new tricks for making yourself a more
efficient angler as we show you how to make your electronics work for you.
Taught by Capt. Jim Jones
Successful Swordfishing – Tuesday, June 8, 2010: From tackle to location,
find out everything you need to know to make your next swordfish trip a huge
success. Hands on squid rigging and inside information from one of South
Florida’s best swordfishermen. Taught by Capt. Bouncer Smith
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