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May 27th thru June 1, 2008 in Venice, LA
Cajun Canyons Billfish Classic™ Overview
The 2007 Cajun Canyons Billfish Classic is hosted by Venice Marina, located in Venice, Louisiana and features a modified-release format for billfish species, along with BIG prize money for Blue Marlin, Tag or Release, Dolphin, Tuna, and Wahoo; something for everybody. The tournament name originates from the deepwater canyons off the Gulf coast of Louisiana: the Mississippi Canyon (named after the mighty Mississippi
River, not our neighboring state) and the Green Canyon, both home to true, world-class sportfishing. Louisiana is home to the 1st “Grander” Blue Marlin caught in the Gulf of Mexico (1018.50 lbs.), along with monster
Dolphin (state record 71.25 lbs.), 200 pound-plus Yellowfin Tuna (state record 234 lbs.), and 100 pound-plus Wahoo (state record 139.25 lbs.)
Prizes
Offering over $300,000.00 in cash and prizes (based on an 85 Boat entry), the Cajun Canyons Billfish Classic also features Optional Jackpots of $500.00, $1000.00, and $2500.00, along with a first for the Gulf of
Mexico: Dailies! Yes, a Daily Blue Marlin Jackpot, again, something for everybody!
Our Kick-Off Party and Awards Brunch will feature sumptuous Cajun Food and Festivities, along with some Lagniappe (meaning “a little something extra”) surprises for our registered entrants.
Entry Fee
Prior to May 1, 2008, the Base Entry fee is $5,000.00, which includes 1 Captain, 1 Mate, & up to 4 Anglers; additional anglers may be registered at a cost of $500.00 each prior to May 1, 2008, after May 1, 2008, the Base Entry fee will be $5,500.00; after May 1, 2008, the additional angler entry fee will be $550.00. All anglers MUST be registered.
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