Armchair Anglers Announces 2011 Fund Raising Sweepstakes

Grand Prize: Three days and three nights for 2 at the Silver King Lodge in Costa Rica. Home of World Class Tarpon Fishing!

This is the most important program toward our efforts to purchase a accessible tournament rigged fishing boat. Ticket contributions are $5 each. Five tickets for a $20 contribution gives you an extra chance to win!

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To purchase tickets, please contact Jim Hargaden: Jim@ArmchairAnglers.org, or call:  954-258-3056.


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About the Boat

Flats boatArmchair Anglers Custom Rigged and Fully Accessible Fishing Boat

With your Generous Donations to Armchair Anglers, we are in the midst of building our first 24 foot Catamaran powered by a Fuel Efficient, 4 Stroke Outboard Motor. This Unique vessel includes hand laid fiberglass planning hulls and safety bulkheads with the latest in technology, electronics and Coast Guard equipment. Safety rails and privacy toilet facility combine to make this boat secure and relaxing for both men and women.

Operated by fully Licensed and Experienced Captains, Anglers will simply go from dock to deck via a custom-designed ramp making the process of boarding the boat – A Breeze!

Stay in touch with our monthly Newsletter for updates on the delivery schedule of this new and exciting Boat, the first of it’s kind.

Boats are available for purchase to persons or other organizations looking to begin offering their own Accessible Fishing and/or Diving trips. Contact us for more details.

Disabled fishermanWhen Do We Leave – We Leave when its time to go depending on the tides. Mostly early mornings before the fish are awake!

How Long are the Trips – Typically 6-8 Hrs

What Does Armchair Anglers Provide – Rods, Reels, Bait, Licenses, Iced Coolers and Water, Plenty of FUN!

What Do I Need – Whatever you wish to eat and drink, Sun Screen, Hat, Sunglasses, Light Jacket, Comfortable Clothing, Camera, BIG SMILE!

Seasons – March through May & September through November

What We Do – Catch, Photo & Release (CPR) is the common practice of Conservation-minded anglers. We also Tag and Release when appropriate to help promote conservation. Please help educate others on Quick-Safe-Release methods.

 

How to schedule a Fishing Trip

To schedule a Trip - Simply contact Jim@ArmchairAnglers.org with your request and contact info or call 954-258-3056 for available dates.

You can make your fishing trip be “In Memory of your loved one for a $500 Donation. Armchair Anglers will provide a brief bio on a life worth remembering in this very special way. To make your donation, click on Donate button below and be sure to write in your wishes.

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Practice Fishing CPR

Here are some useful tips: 
Use circle hooks - Wet your hands handling fish - Keep fish in water when possible - Use rubber or cotton landing nets - Do not hold fish by gills or eyes - Keep fish off decks and ground - Cut leaders on deep hooked fish - Revive fish before turning loose to Live Another Day!

Practice CPR and you’ll be doing your part to maintain our healthy fisheries and help restore those that are suffering!

Anglers have powerful position on conservation


Typical Fish Caught


Snook Avg 10 – 25 lbs.

Redfish Avg 3 – 15 lbs.

Trout Avg 1 – 5 lbs.

Cobia Avg. 20 – 50 lbs.

Tripletail Avg 3 – 10 lbs.


Goliath Grouper Avg 20–150 lbs.


Permit Avg 15 – 40 lbs.

Tarpon Avg 25 – 150 lbs.

SailFish
Sailfish Avg 30 – 70 lbs.

Dolphin Avg 10 – 30 lbs.

Kingmackerel Avg 5 – 30 lbs.

Sharks Avg 10 – 200 lbs.


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– As Armchair Anglers is a Non Profit, we rely exclusively on Donations from people Like You!  If we did our job, and you, or your family, had a Great Time, then We Welcome Your Generosity.