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MarineMax Venice Hosts 3rd Annual Boston Whaler Owner’s Fishing Charity Tournament to Benefit the Humane Society


VENICE, FL (November 7, 2023) – MarineMax Venice is proud to announce its 3rd Annual Boston Whaler Owner's Fishing Charity Tournament, set to take place on December 2, 2023.

  • Boston Whaler Logo and boat with a marlin jumping out of water
    This year's charity fishing tournament promises an exciting day of angling and community spirit, with all proceeds going directly to The Humane Society of Sarasota County. MarineMax Venice invites individuals and local businesses to join in this noble cause by becoming event sponsors.
  • Tyler Choyke, General Manager, comments, “This year’s tournament is going to be our best one yet! We are proud to bring all Boston Whaler owners together for a day of friendly competition all in support of an amazing organization like The Humane Society. We’re eagerly anticipating the incredible catches this years event will reel in.”

    The event is expected to draw a large crowd, with more than a few dozen boats participating in the fishing competition. Attendees will also have the opportunity to witness the impact of their contributions during the awards ceremony and the lively Docktails party following the weigh-in. The day will be filled with fun activities, delicious food, refreshing beverages, raffles, and fantastic prizes. 

    To provide an opportunity for local businesses to show their support for the Humane Society of Sarasota County, there are multiple sponsorship categories. Sponsors will receive prominent recognition, ensuring their brand is showcased to a diverse and engaged audience. Additionally, there will be a captain's meeting on the evening before the tournament on December 1, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, where company details can be observed. 

    The available sponsorship categories are as follows:

    Gold Sponsor - $5,000

    • Printed material, ads, shirts (deadline of November 12th), flyers, email, and event website landing page
    • Communications sent to customers
    • Literature distributed to participants in goody buckets (additional opportunity to add promo items)
    • Special recognition at the captain’s meeting
    • Representatives from your company can be present for the awards ceremony

    Silver Sponsor - $2,500

    • Printed material, flyers, and event website landing page
    • Communications sent to customers
    • Literature distributed to participants in goody buckets (additional opportunity to add promo items)
    • Representatives from your company can be present for the awards ceremony

    Bronze Sponsor - $1,500

    • Flyers and event website landing page
    • Logo in awards ceremony presentation
    • Literature distributed to participants in goody buckets (additional opportunity to add promo items)
    • Representatives from your company can be present for the awards ceremony

    For more information and sponsorship inquiries, please contact Tournament Director Jeremy Bradshaw at MarineMax Venice, email Jeremy.Bradshaw@marinemax.com or call 941-376-3345. 

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