The Bay Baits Inshore Classic: Fishing Seminar

Join SoWal locals for the The Bay Baits Inshore Classic. This four-day event-packed tournament invites the novice and experienced angler out for a weekend of fun, family, food, and of course.. fishing. 

Tournament Schedule:

Tuesday, May 15th at 5:30pm: Fishing Seminar at The Bay for fisherman interested in learning the latest tips and techniques from local experts. $10 per participant - includes 1 free draft. Free to registered tournament anglers.
Thursday, May 17th at 5:30pm: All registered captains are invited to the captains meeting and dinner at The Bay. $25 per person - includes buffet & a draft beer.
Saturday May 19th & Sunday May 20th: The tournament kicks off May 19th at 7am. Weigh-ins will be at Bay Baits continuously from 6am -6pm on Saturday and Sunday during the tournament. $35 per angler - includes tournament shirt.

The Bay Baits Inshore Classic ends with an after party and awards ceremony at Bay Baits on Sunday, May 20th from 4-7pm. Food & drink available for purchase.

Registration is $35 per angler. CLICK HERE to register. Tournament t-shirt is included.

Sponsored by Community Broadcasters LLC and The Bay, a portion of tournament proceeds will be donated to Coastal Conservation Association of South Walton.

Prizes Include: 

Motorized (powerboats): 
Trout 1st place - $500 Bay Baits Gift Certificate 
Trout 2nd place - $250 Bay Baits Gift Certificate
Redfish 1st place - $500 Bay Baits Gift Certificate
Redfish 2nd place - $250 Bay Baits Gift Certificate

Non-motorized (kayak, SUP, shoreline, wading):
Trout 1st place - $500 Bay Baits Gift Certificate
Trout 2nd place - $250 Bay Baits Gift Certificate
Redfish 1st place - $500 Bay Baits Gift Certificate
Redfish 2nd place - $250 Bay Baits Gift Certificate

Email info@thehivecreativeconsulting.com for information about sponsorship opportunities. 

CCA Florida is a statewide, non-profit marine organization working in an advocacy role to protect the state's marine resources and interests of saltwater anglers. Comprised of 28 local chapters from Pensacola to Key West, the organization supports strong, resource-based law enforcement, access to the resource for recreational fishing, and strong and fairly-balanced fishery regulations to protect state and federal fish stocks. CCA Florida is one of 17 state chapters of the Coastal Conservation Association.

Bay Baits is South Walton and Choctawhatchee Bay's number one source for live bait, tackle, gear, apparel, and fishing kayak/ paddle board rentals! Located just south of the 331 Bridge, this is a tackle shop you do not want to pass up.