The 2008 Caloosa Tournament series, Caloosa Catch & Release, The Summer Slam and The Grand Championship will move to the premier, new Pink Shell Beach Resort and Spa on Fort Myers Beach.

This world class resort will provide anglers with the finest amenities including:

• 225 gulf front accommodations including studios and one and two bedroom suites at special, discounted tournament rates;
• New harbormaster facilities, brand new slips and plenty of extras to service our tournaments;
• Jojo’s at The Beach casual al-fresco dining;
• Bongo’s tropical poolside bar and grille;
• Jack’s Sea Grille a fine dining experience;
• Three swimming pools including the lagoon style “Octopool”-an undersea fantasy;
• The Aquagene Spa, a world-class full service health and beauty spa;

Situated between 1500 feet of white sugar sand on the gulf and docks on the bayside, anglers and guests will experience a pristine view from the hospitality suite and any window at the resort! You asked for it and now, you have it! 5 Star Service! The Pink Shell Beach Resort and Spa offers remarkable value, excellent facilities and unmatched hospitality. The dinners’ food quality and variety will be mouth watering. The drinks at the many bars will quench the most discriminating anglers’ tastes. The music will get everyone rocking; and ladies can bask beachside in cabanas then retreat to the luxurious world-class spa. In addition, the kids will not be forgotten either…KiddsKampp is available as well! This move to the Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa will make the Caloosa Tournament Series an unforgettable experience for everyone: anglers, sponsors, families and guests.

Whether fishing Pine Island Sound, The Caloosahatchee River, Redfish Pass, Estero Bay, the Imperial River, Boca Grand, the Ten Thousand Islands or the dozens of other choice locations in Southwest Florida, every angler will enjoy an unparalleled experience.

There is much more information available by visiting the Caloosa Catch & Release Tournament page. The Back Country Classic will be held at the historic Port of the Islands Resort and Marina situated between Naples and Everglades City in July. For further details about the fantastic amenities of this great resort and info about this tournament, just click on the Back Country Classic. The Caloosa Tournament Series is the largest single site public tournament series in Florida and is focused on providing a great experience for all anglers…featuring fun, families and fundraising. Over the past nineteen years, the Caloosa Tournament Series has contributed cash and in kind donations to over 45 organizations in Southwest Florida in excess of $400,000. For information about all the tournaments, please surf the website, email us at kristihurd@earthlink.net or call Ron Riley at (239) 671-9347.

Here's what they are saying:

“The Caloosa Tournament Series has and remains one of our favorite tournaments here at Maverick Boat Company. These events are professional and extremely well run, not to mention a lot of fun. I have never seen a more dedicated staff; these folks know how to run a tournament. We hope to continue our relationship with Ron Riley and the fine folks associated with The Caloosa Tournament Series for many years to come”
Skip Lyshon, National Sales Director, Maverick Boat Company

“Your support provides vital resources for faculty and students and helps produce exceptional results in teaching, research and service.”
Donation to Florida Sea Grant Program-RedStart...Charles E. Young, President, University of Florida

“Thanks to you and the participants of The Caloosa Catch and Release Tournament for your outstanding support of Florida Gulf Coast University…Our ability to grow and provide quality educational experiences is directly related to partnerships such as this.”
William C. Merwin, Former President, Florida Gulf Coast University

“Thanks for your generous contribution to the Strong Kids Campaign.”
Dave Fulscher, CEO, YMCA of Lee County

“I know so many people today…so many years ago, when I first became involved with The Caloosa Tournaments, as an angler and as a sponsor, I never thought that I would get any direct benefit and didn’t expect any. I have been pleasantly surprised by the long term business relationships and friends that I have developed through my association with The Caloosa Catch and Release.”
Mike DelDuca, President, Naples Concrete & Masonry, Inc.

“The Caloosa is the best tournament for everyone…fishermen, families, whoever. It is a major event…the absolute leader!”
John Lallo, Owner, Pete’s Time-Out on Fort Myers Beach

“Not only is the Caloosa Catch & Release one of the most well managed tournaments I know of…but it’s definitely the most FUN…continued success…”
Mike Dixon, National Sales Manager, Yamaha Marine Power