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Tarpon fishing tournament raises over $226,000 for conservation in Gulf

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Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Tarpon fishing tournament raises over $226,000 for conservation in Gulf
Summary

The "Ding" Darling & Doc Ford's Tarpon Tournament took place on May 15, raising more than $226,000 for conservation efforts in the Gulf off Sanibel and Captiva islands. A record 65 teams and 309 anglers participated, with Team Loaded Down winning first place and $30,420. The event returns all entry fees to winners and has generated over $2 million since its inception in 2012. The tournament aims to support water quality research and promote responsible fishing practices.

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  • •The tournament attracted a record 65 teams and 309 anglers.
  • •Team Loaded Down, led by Capt. Kyle Applefield, secured first place.
  • •Conservation efforts are a primary focus of the event.
  • •The tournament has a history of awarding nearly $600,000 to winning teams.
  • •It benefits the 6,470-acre national refuge and local fishing history.
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The annual event, held May 15 in the Gulf off Sanibel and Captiva islands, attracted a record 65 teams and 309 anglers.

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