The 2010 IFA Kayak Fishing Tour Web Site
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ABOUT US 2008
Only a few short years ago, who would have ever imagined, that inshore anglers
would be fishing for Redfish in a professional format. The idea, formulated
from a love of fishing, continues to grow and provide inshore anglers an opportunity
to display their talents on the intercoastal waterways.
Not only is there a renewed excitement of inshore angling, but the Redfish Tour is also a great format to educate people on the importance of maintaining our precious fishing resources. Since the banning of netting, our inshore fisheries have flourished much quicker than anyone could have imagined. From this, the Inshore Fishing Association was formed and continues to thrive. In accordance to Inshore Fishing Association's mission statement; we will keep our goals of competition, recognition, and education as the center of our focus.
We are dedicated to providing an avenue for the talented anglers of the Redfish Tour to excel in the world of competitive Professional fishing.
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Jim Armstrong- President
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Tour Personnel
Jim Armstrong- President/Owner
Mr. Armstrong is a dedicated angler who enjoys the challenge of creating an
opportunity that promotes an atmosphere of fishing excitement, in a format,
made for T.V. As an integral part of the development and growth of the well
known Southern Kingfish Association, Mr. Armstrong's experience brings a level
of credibility exceeding all expectations for a new organization.
Bart Schad- Marketing/Sponsor Relations
Mr. Schad, with many years of marketing experience at Ranger Boat Company and
NASCAR, serves as our Marketing Director.
Jerry Stakely- VP Tournament Operations
Mr. Stakely, who has more than 21 years experience as Tournament Director at
FLW Outdoors and the IFA, serves as Director of Tournament Operations. Jerry
is in his 4th season with the IFA.
Lee Causey- Office Manager/Treasurer of Corporation
Lee is in charge of the office in Lizella, GA. Lee also does data entry, does
signup check-in, maintains records.
Christy Schad - membership, marketing and Venue Sponsorship Coordinator - Florida
Divisions.
Christy will be working with venue operations and local group promotions in
the Florida Divisions, and works with sponsors.
Don Gambil - measuremaster
Don sets up the event sites, maintains the IFA equipment, measures fish.
Mike Lott- Webmaster-Photographer
Mr. Lott is in charge of the IFA Redfish Tour Website and online BBS-Forums,
writes for the IFA, and takes the photos on the site. Mike travels to all the
tournaments, and has been with the IFA since 2001.
The entire staff of the Inshore Fishing Assoc. will be happy to answer any of your questions at any time. We are excited about the opportunity to build a tremendous organization with our members. Thank you for being a part of this new beginning.
Teaming With Hobie
“The IFA is excited to team with Hobie Fishing in offering a second day of competition,” said Bart Schad of the IFA. “A great number of inshore anglers fish from kayaks and this tournament gives this group a chance to compete in a format custom designed for their tactics.”
The multispecies tournament will include payouts in four Divisions plus a Junior
Angler award. The winner of the Aggregate/Slam Division will take home a Hobie
Mirage Pro-Angler valued at $2399, with the next seven places awarded cash (based
on a 100 boat field). The Redfish, and Trout Division winners will each win
a Hobie Fishing kayak, valued at $1,049 or greater value, with second and third
place finishers winning cash.
“We are extremely proud of this new initiative between Hobie Fishing and
the IFA,” said Doug Skidmore, President of Hobie Cat Company. “This
new tournament and 2010 Tour allow us to show our appreciation for all the saltwater
kayak anglers and the exciting fishing they enjoy. Our goal is to reward the
dedication of these anglers and to encourage others to join in on the kayak
fishing experience.” For 2010 the IFA Kayak Fishing Tour Presented by Hobie
Fishing, will be scheduled at each of the 18 Redfish Tour locations.
2010 Kayak Fishing Tour Web Site
2010 Kayak Fishing Tour Registration
2010 Events Schedule
(all dates and locations tentative and subject to change.)
Florida East Coast Division
Jacksonville, Fl. Feb. 27th - W/Kayak Event on 28th, 2010
Titusville FL. May 1 - W/Kayak Event on 2nd, 2010
Fernandina, FL. October 9 - W/Kayak Event on 10th, 2010
Florida West Coast Division
Punta Gorda, Fl. March 6 - W/Kayak Event on 7th, 2010
Sarasota FL. May 15 - W/Kayak Event on 16th, 2010
Ruskin, FL. September 18 - W/Kayak Event on 19th, 2010
Atlantic Division
Charleston, S.C. March 20 - W/Kayak Event on 21st, 2010
Surf City, N.C. May 22 - W/Kayak Event on 23rd, 2010
Georgetown, S.C. Sept. 25 - W/Kayak Event on 26th, 2010
Gulf Coast Division
Destin, FL. March 13 - W/Kayak Event on 14th, 2010
Panama City, FL. June 5 - W/Kayak Event on 6th, 2010
Orange Beach, AL. Oct. 16 - W/Kayak Event on 17th, 2010
Louisiana Division
Cocodrie, LA. April 24 - W/Kayak Event on 25th, 2010
Empire, LA. June 19 - W/Kayak Event on 20th, 2010
Grand Isle, LA. August 28 - W/Kayak Event on 29th, 2010
Texas Division
Port Lavaca, TX. April 17 - W/Kayak Event on 18th, 2010
Rockport, TX. June 12 - W/Kayak Event on 13th, 2010
Port Aransas, TX. Sept. 11 - W/Kayak Event on 12th, 2010
2010 Championship
Dates and Location TBD
Contact the IFA
Administrative Offices
The Inshore Fishing Association Inc.,
P.O. Box 368
Lizella, GA 31052-0368
Phone: 478-836-4266 or 941-266-5338 If you can't reach Lee Causey for some reason, you may try contacting Christy Schad at 941-266-5338 or emailed to cb@palmerconrad.com as an alternative.
Fax: 478-836-3886
Email: office@redfishtour.com
