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Fishing Tournaments Around The Gulf Coast

Mississippi Billfish Fishing Tournament
June 4, 2008 – June 8, 2008 Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic 2008 Biloxi, Mississippi The Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic has built a solid reputation involving Big Boats chasing Big Fish in hopes of landing Big Money. The end result has the annual event, based out of the Isle of Capri Casino in Biloxi, developing a name for being one of the top billfish tournaments in the world. In 2007, $1,225,000 was paid out in prize money! For information, contact: Bobby Carter Isle of Capri Resort & Casino P. O. Box 26, Biloxi, MS 39533 Phone: 228-436-7928 Website: http://www.mgcbc.com

Billfish Tournament in Florida
38th annual Pensacola International Billfish Tournament. July 3-July 6, 2008. The Pensacola Big Game Fishing Club hosts one of the country's largest billfish tournaments in downtown Pensacola, which attracts around 500 anglers from across the Southeast. Website: www.pbgfc.com

Redfish, Flounder & Speckled Trout Fishing Tournament
Boater's World Inshore Classic. June 21-22, 2008. Redfish, flounder and speckled trout are the game in this tournament. Fish this one alone or register for the King Mackerel/Cobia Tournament at the same time. Take-off and weigh-in will be at Flounder’s Chowder House on Pensacola Beach. Website: www.pensacolakingmack.com.

Skinny Water Fishing Tournament in Ingleside
June 14, 2008 - Ingleside: Skinny Water Fishing Tournament. Fishing Tournament with Calcutta. Registration and meal is Friday night. Time: weigh-in at 3pm. Cost: free to spectators. Location: Cove Park - 1319 Parkview Lane.

Bay/Offshore Fishing Tournament
3rd Annual Bay/Offshore Fishing Tournament, sponsored by Realty World. Registration from 5-7 p.m., June 6 at Doc's Restaurant, under the JFK Causeway on South Padre Island Drive. Weigh in June 7 from 3-6 p.m. at Doc's. Awards at 7 p.m. (361) 949-8282

Catfish Festival in Gulfport, MS
May 22, 2008 - May 25, 2008 - Gulfport, MS - 7th Annual St. Ann's Catfish Festival. Great food & live entertainment, carnival rides, children’s games, Bingo, Live & Silent auction, $1K & $15K drawdown, fishing rodeo and much more! This is one of the best festivals on the Gulf Coast! Location St. Ann Church, 23529 Hwy 53

Texas Trout Series Fishing Tournament
Texas Trout Series Fishing Tournament May 17, 2008 - Ingleside, Texas Entry fees: $500 Prize: $10000 First guaranteed Contact: Texas Trout Series, office@troutseries.com, (210) 385-3333 PO Box33006, San Antonio, TX 78265 http://www.saltwaterseries.com/

RiverFest in Port Neches
May 1-4, 2008 - Port Neches: Annual RiverFest: Tunnel Boat Races. Four days of fun on the River. Come and celebrate the beauty of Southeast Texas from the banks of the Neches River at the waterfront park in Port Neches. Carnival, along with live entertainment and lots more -- plus -- "Thunder on the Neches" Power Boat Races. THRILLS! CHILLS! And SPILLS! Racing at its finest, produced by SPORT Racing Series. Fireworks Display, Arts and Crafts Flea Market, Fishing Tournament, Food Vendors, Talent Show for all ages, Horseshoe Tournament, Basketball 3 on 3 Tournament, Antique/Classic Car Show. DAYS: Thurs thru Sunday. Cost: FREE. Location: End of Merriman and Grigsby Ave. www.sportracingseries.com or www.champboatracing.com


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Planked Salmon Recipe

Grilling with Cedar Planks from Tim Aupperle, Whole Foods Market West Coast Culinary Expert. Cedar-planked salmon began in northwest Native American culture, the fish roasting slowly, downwind of the fire, for wonderful flavor and delicate texture. Here is Tim’s modern take:
Use cedar planks designed for cooking (or 9–12" untreated, kiln dried).
Soak 1 hour or more in water (weigh down with food cans to submerge).
Heat planks on grill grate for 3 minutes.
Place salmon fillets or 1"-thick salmon steaks on the planks and cover grill.
Cook without turning about 15–20 minutes or until just done.
Before placing fish on the plank, brush with a glaze and top with fresh herb sprigs. Try maple syrup and bourbon with rosemary; honey and white wine with tarragon; or sesame oil, brown sugar and rice wine vinegar with sesame seeds (instead of herbs).
 
Recipe Courtesy of Whole Foods Market®
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Gulf Coast Balloon Festival in South Baldwin

Louisiana Seafood Festival Louisiana Seafood Cook Off

Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic fishing tournament

New Orleans Jazz Festival

New Orleans Wine Festival

Pensacola Crawfish Festival

Pirates Days Festival Florida

Port Isabel Lighthouse Festival

Rockport Wine Festival in Rockport Texas Maritime Museum

San Antonio New World Wine Festival

Zydeco Cajun Festival on the Gulf Coast in Alabama

Escapes Second Home Show April 19, 2008

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