South Seas to hold tarpon tourney, new golf scramble
The registration deadline is nearing an island event to benefit the families of service members.
South Seas will present its third annual South Seas Tarpon Tournament on May 22 from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Captiva, followed by its inaugural South Seas Golf Scramble on May 23 for Memorial Day weekend.
The event will support Folds of Honor, a nonprofit organization that provides scholarships to the spouses and children of America’s fallen and disabled military members and first responders.
“Last year’s tournament was a huge success with 41 tarpons caught by 36 participating boats,” resort General Manager Shawn Farrell said. “More than $250,000 was raised for scholarships through Folds of Honor, providing the equivalent of 45 educational scholarships for families of fallen and disabled service members in Lee County.”
The new golf scramble will take place at The Clutch, its Beau Welling-designed golf course.
“We are hopeful that with the addition of the South Seas Scramble, this year’s event will raise even more money for scholarships for deserving families,” he said.
In addition, the weekend will include a special ceremony honoring fallen veterans, along with a presentation by the Lee County Honor Guard and paratroopers.
Teams of foursomes can register.
The cost is $1,500 per team, with $1,000 going to the winners and $500 to Folds of Honor.
Teams can register through April 25.
The public is invited to sign up.
“Established in 2024, the tarpon tourney was created to deliver a first-class fishing experience while raising critical funds and awareness for Folds of Honor,” the resort shared.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
To register or for more information, including about sponsorship opportunities, visit SouthSeas.com/Tarpon-Tournament.
South Seas is at 5400 Plantation Road, Captiva.
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IF YOU GO
What
South Seas Tarpon Tournament and Golf Scramble
When
May 22-23
Where
South Seas, 5400 Plantation Road, Captiva
Details
Entry fee is $1,500 per team