The event promises to be an excellent chance for families to experience coast life the way it was meant to be; in the sunshine, by the water, taking in the beauty and discovering the secrets of our hidden coast. It also features a gaurenteed $5,000.00 cash for first place croaker, as well as things like full fishing kits, rods and reels, and even a two man Pelican Kayak for first place in the kids division which boasts 15 places for the kids 15 years old and under. So In the imortal words of Dick Wilson “Tight lines and take a kid fishing!!”
“I think that the foundation is not only helping put fish back in the water, but also helping our local anglers and tourism.” Says Magnusen. “It’s not just that- it’s also helping the businesses that sell seafood across the Gulf Coast, including here at Captian Al’s. I wanted to be involved because we sell fresh seafood.”
“The restaurant industry prides themselves on fresh seafood from the Gulf.” Says Wilson in agreement. “That’s what brings tourism in. That’s what brings heads to hotel beds. That’s what really supports our infrastructure here on the Coast. If we don’t have it we’re going to be at a loss.”
From the health and wellbeing of fish themselves to the impact of declining fisheries on local restaurants, One Gulf One Goal is dedicated not only to finding solutions but to getting the everyman involved in every way they can. Anglers, fishers, sailors, and their families can do much to help our depleting fisheries. Our beloved Gulf Coast thrives on the bounty of the ocean, and we would do well to make certain that bounty exists for those who might fish it in the future. Together we are… One Gulf One Goal!
