Perdido Key Fishing Rodeo scheduled for next month

Fisherman catching fish with a fishing rod (Getty Images)

PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) – The Perdido Key Area Chamber has partnered with Entertainer Bait and Tackle to host the Perdido Key Fishing Rodeo.

According to a news release, the “multi-species recreational fishing tournament” will take place July 19-21 at Entertainer Bait and Tackle at 13506 Perdido Key Drive in Pensacola.

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Officials said the tournament is designed for all anglers to enjoy with four inshore and four offshore divisions.

These divisions include speckled trout, redfish, mangrove snapper, flounder, red snapper, vermilion snapper, king mackerel and Spanish mackerel.

Each of the above divisions will award 1st, 2nd and 3rd place depending on announcement.

To participate in the tournament, anglers must register. Registration for the event is $25 for adults and $15 for youth. A portion of the proceeds will support the Perdido Area Chamber Foundation’s military appreciation initiatives.

Visit the Perdido Key Area Chamber website for more information, including registration and tournament rules.