By Pam Anderson
The 2024 PCB Fishing Rodeo runs from October 5 through October 13. Have you registered yet? Plan now to participate in this community-wide event that is organized this year by the Panama City Boatman’s Association. There will be over 60 categories of fish as well as kid’s and ladies’ divisions. There will be daily prizes in addition to overall tournament winners’ prizes. The kid’s fishing clinic will be hosted again by the Reel Ladies on October 5 with a bounce house and more fun for all both weekends. Sign up soon! For up-to-date information and entry categories go to www.pcbfishingrodeo.com/entry.
Remember, Amberjack and Triggerfish are open through October. The State guide boats will have the opportunity to catch Red Snapper along with the private recreational boats on the weekends. Lots of fish waiting to be caught by you!
Capt. Anderson Marina’s Event Center will host the opening Captains’ Party on October 4. And, of course, there will be fireworks on October 13 right after the Closing Awards Ceremonies.
Fisherman Walk is open daily with Sugar Shack offering Hershey’s Ice Cream, Kid’s Play area, The Ship Store with great nautical gifts and trinkets as well as an array of fishing shirts and hats. There will be some great deals on the nautical gifts… Christmas is coming!
Capt. Max’s Bar and Grill is open daily from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. and throughout the tournament with Fish & Shrimp baskets, sandwiches, snacks and specials. Eat inside the café or outside and enjoy the cooler weather.
Capt. Max’s Grill also offers ‘Hook ‘n Cook’ if you want to bring your own fish.
The Upper Deck Bar gives you a great second floor view of the fishermen coming in with their catches and beautiful Grand Lagoon. There is entertainment with college football or NFL football or live music nightly.
Save the Dates for these other free community events:
Veteran’s Day, November 11 we will honor our Veteran’s with a Freedom Celebration followed by a free cruise for our Vets and their families.
Bethlehem Christmas Village will host our local school choirs and share the story of the birth of Jesus December 11 through 14. Make plans now to join us!
Reserve your date soon for a holiday party at The Event Center. If you haven’t had a chance, be sure to check out the online video of this beautiful waterfront venue at https://captainandersonseventcenter.com . Personal showings are available by appointment; just call (850) 234-3435 and request a private tour with Suzie or Chelsea.
When planning your fishing trip, remember Capt. Anderson’s Marina… home of 3 large Head-boats, 30 private Charter Boats, 10 Guide Boats and 4 Dive Boats… and Shell Island/Dolphin Cruises.
The Event Center, our stores, Capt. Max’s and the Upper Deck Bar, charter and guide boats are open all throughout the winter.
Capt. Anderson’s Marina…Where the fish are always biting, and the kids are always smiling. www.CaptAndersonsMarina.com.
