Fish For A Cure 2024 Wrapped

Dear Friends of Fish For A Cure,

The Fish For A Cure (F4AC) Tournament, Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge, and Shore Party has raised more than $6.5 million over the last 18 years to support the Cancer Survivorship program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute. 

Thanks to your generosity and dedication to this fishing and fundraising event, F4AC 2024 had:

  • 58 boats registered, all of which competed in the Captain’s Challenge with bucks on boats.
  • 58 captains and 123 anglers participated in the tournament 
  • The partnership of 84 sponsors and community partners to help make the event possible.
  • Nearly 2,700 donations made ranging from $1 to $25,000 amounting to more than $1.1 million total dollars raised to support the Cancer Survivorship Program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute.

 

Congratulations to our Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge Winners. Check out the full standings.

  • The #1 boat in the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge Legends League, Reel Counsel, raised $228,615.23, breaking a fundraising record.
  • The #1 boat in the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge Open League, AllTackle, raised $49,274.61, also breaking a fundraising record.

 

Congratulations to our F4AC Tournament winners: 

    • Catch and Release Stringer
      • 1st Place: PYY Fishing – 95.75”
      • 2nd Place: Sheehy/Heat Wave – 81.25” 
      • 3rd Place: Susan’s Boys/Fightin Fishin & Lovin Everyday – 81”
    • Grand Slam
  • N/A – No 3 fish Slam were caught
    • Perch
  • Knot A Chance – 52.5”
    • Invasive Species
  • Fishful Thinking II – 28”

 

Congratulations to our other award-winners:  

  • Rookie of the Year: Carrollton’s Catchers
  • “Reel Deal” Award: PYY Fishing 

 

Our exclusive F4AC Tournament t-shirts are our way of saying thank you to event participants and those who generously gave a donation of $125 or more towards a boat competing in the 2024 Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge. T-shirts will be mailed in December, so keep an eye on your mailbox for your F4AC swag.

Also, we want to hear from you! If you have any feedback about 2024 F4AC, feel free to email your comments to fishforacure@luminishealth.org.

We thank you for being a part of our 2024 F4AC! We look forward to celebrating with you in 2025.

 

Fish For A Cure Tournament 2024 Raises Over $1.1 Million

Source: Eye on Annapolis

The annual Fish For A Cure (F4AC) Tournament, including the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge and Shore Party, has raised more than $1.1 million in 2024 to support the Cancer Survivorship Program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute. Over its 18-year history, F4AC has now raised over $6.5 million for this critical healthcare program, benefiting cancer survivors in the community.

2024 F4AC Event Highlights

The 2024 F4AC Tournament saw strong engagement from the community and participants:

-58 Boats and 123 Anglers: All registered boats competed in the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge, bringing competitive spirit and fundraising dedication.
-084 Sponsors and Community Partners: Sponsors and partners played a crucial role in funding the event’s mission.
-Nearly 2,700 Donations: Contributions ranged from $1 to $25,000, amounting to a record-breaking total of $1.1 million.

Captain’s Challenge Standouts

Two boats broke fundraising records in the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge:

– Legends League Winner: “Reel Counsel” raised an impressive $228,615.23.
– Open League Winner: “AllTackle” raised $49,274.61.

Both achievements set new records in their respective leagues, showcasing the commitment of F4AC participants to cancer support efforts.

F4AC Tournament Winners

In addition to the fundraising milestones, the F4AC fishing tournament recognized top performances in several categories:

– Catch and Release Stringer:
– 1st Place: PYY Fishing – 95.75
– 2nd Place: Sheehy/Heat Wave – 81.25
– 3rd Place: Susan’s Boys/Fightin Fishin & Lovin Everyday – 81
– Perch: Knot A Chance – 52.5
– Invasive Species: Fishful Thinking II – 28

Several additional awards went to noteworthy participants:

– Rookie of the Year: Carrollton’s Catchers
– *Reel Deal” Award: PYY Fishing

The Fish For A Cure team looks forward to continuing the tournament’s impact in 2025, further supporting the Cancer Survivorship Program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center.

Fish, Fundraise, Party! Fish For a Cure 2024

Source: Proptalk

It is once again time for one of our favorite Chesapeake Bay fishing events of the year! Fish For A Cure (F4AC) is a fishing tournament and fundraising challenge, and all funds raised through F4AC directly benefit the Cancer Survivorship Program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute.

This year’s event takes place November 9, and there’s more than one way to get involved. If registering for the tournament, most boats will be in the Open League. The Legends League consists of previous Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge winners. Teams that qualify for the Legends League can either opt into the new Legends League or remain in the Open League.

The entry fee is $500 per boat (for the captain and up to three anglers) and $150 per each additional angler. A four-person kayak team may register as one boat. All entries are expected to raise at least $1500 in the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge.

This is a catch and release tournament open to the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. All categories will be assessed by length in accordance with the iAngler application. Categories include:

  • Rockfish: three longest fish.
  • Grand Slam: longest stringer of three unique Bay sport fish species (including rockfish).
  • Perch: longest stringer of five fish.
  • Invasive Species: longest stringer of three invasive catfish and/or snakehead with no limit on the number of invasives entered.

Fishing hours start at 6 a.m. on Saturday, November 9, and the check-in time is 4 p.m. All fish must be legal according to MD DNR rules and laws.

Even if you are not fishing in the tournament, you can still participate by donating to a boat and/or attending the fabulous Shore Party following fishing from 5 to 9 p.m. at Safe Harbor Annapolis. There will be food and beverages served from multiple bars, a dance floor, and more. Plus, the winners of the tournament and Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge will be announced at the party. For those not registered in the F4AC tournament, party tickets are $150 per person.

To register your boat, make a donation, or purchase Shore Party tickets, visit fishforacure.org.

Team FishTalk/PropTalk will once again be participating, and we hope to see you on the water! We will also be hosting an online fundraising auction similar to what we’ve done in past years, so stay tuned to our Facebook pages for more details as we get closer to November. To donate to our team and help us reach our fundraising goal, visit fishtalkmag.com/f4ac.

 

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Registration is Live

We are excited to share that registration for the 18th annual Fish For A Cure (F4AC) is now live! Register today for the F4AC Tournament, Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge, and Shore Party to be held on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 at Safe Harbor Annapolis, our new tournament home in Eastport.

Register Your Boat Today! 

The deadline to register your boat is Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. Whether you are new to F4AC or have participated in every tournament, you will need to fill out your information and t-shirt size on our new website. Learn more about how to register your boat.

Make sure you explore the website to find:

  • Information about how funds raised through F4AC support Cancer Survivorship Program at LHAAMC’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute

  • Details regarding changes to the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge consisting of the Legends League and Open League

  • Two real-time leaderboards tallying the fundraising success of all boats competing in the Legends League and Open League

  • An event calendar and a news section providing the latest details about community events, tournament events, and major announcements leading up to our Tournament and Shore Party

  • Benefits on becoming a sponsor

  • An online store where you can purchase F4AC gear and merchandise

  • Details about how to donate to F4AC to support the cause and your favorite boats

Also, stay connected with F4AC on social media to get the latest information and learn about the cause. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedInTwitter, and YouTube.

Catch and Release Tournament

F4AC remains as a “catch and release” tournament for striped bass. This philosophy helps to sustain the striped bass population in the Chesapeake Bay. No fish are brought in to be measured – the winners are determined from the digital photos of the fish taken next to the official 2024 F4AC ruler. Learn more about the tournament rules.

Make an Impact 

F4AC has raised more than $5.5 million over the last 17 years to support the Cancer Survivorship program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center’s (LHAAMC) Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute. Your charitable gifts toward the Cancer Survivorship program at LHAAMC help patients not just survive but thrive! Give to F4AC today by supporting your favorite boats.

Thank you for your support with this annual event benefiting cancer patients and their families in our community. We couldn’t do it without you!

Register Today

Fair winds and following seas,

The Fish For A Cure Crew

We Couldn’t Do It Without You!

Dear Friends of Fish For A Cure,

The Fish For A Cure (F4AC) Tournament, Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge, and Shore Party held at the South Annapolis Yacht Centre, our official tournament home, has raised more than $5.5 million over the last 17 years to support the Cancer Survivorship program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute.

Thanks to your generosity and dedication to this fishing and fundraising event, F4AC 2023 had:

  • 59 boats registered, all of which competed in the Captain’s Challenge with bucks on boats.

  • More than 350 participating captains and anglers.

  • The partnership of 64 sponsors and community partners to help make the event possible.

  • Nearly 3,000 donations made ranging from $5 – $25,000 amounting to more than $650,000 total dollars raised to support the Cancer Survivorship Program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute.

Congratulations to our Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge Winners. Check out the full standings.

  • The #1 boat in the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge Legends League, Reel Counsel, raised $164,095.20, breaking a fundraising record.

  • The #1 boat in the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challege Open League, Lady Jen and Team Yorktel, raised $72,209.01, also breaking a fundraising record

Congratulations to our F4AC Tournament winners:

Catch and Release Stringer

  • 1st Place: Team Lukibelle

  • 2nd Place: Team RBC

  • 3rd Place: El Guapo

Grand Slam

  • Team FishTalk/PropTalk

Perch

  • Miss Cleo

 Invasive Species

  • Team FishTalk/PropTalk

Our exclusive F4AC Tournament t-shirts are our way of saying thank you to event participants and those who generously gave a donation of $125 or more towards a boat competing in the 2023 Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge. T-shirts will be mailed the first week of December, so keep an eye on your mailbox for your F4AC swag.

Be sure to check out photos from the event on the F4AC Facebook page.

Also, we want to hear from you! If you have any feedback about 2023 F4AC, feel free to email your comments to fishforacure@luminishealth.org.

We thank you for being a part of our 2023 F4AC. We couldn’t do it without you! We look forward to celebrating with you in 2024.

View Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge Standings (make this a button)

Fair winds and following seas,

The Fish For A Cure Crew

Thank You For Your Support

A million and one thanks to all of you captains and anglers for taking part in the 2023 Fish For A Cure Tournament and Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge. We hope you had a great time participating in the event, and hopefully by now you’ve at least partially recovered from that rockin’ cool Shore Party at the South Annapolis Yacht Centre, our official tournament home.

This year’s event was capped off with a phenomenal $164,095.20 chart-topping fundraising effort by team Reel Counsel. Congratulations, Reel Counsel, for the immense support you’ve generated for the cancer survivorship program. LaxFish raised an also-awesome $136,403.25 and Alternating Currents rounded out the Legends League with a whopping $65,514.90 in the till. In the Open League, Lady Jen and Team Yorktel blew away all expectations, raising an eye-popping $72,759.01 to take the crown. Team AllTackle came in second place with a hefty $47,351 catch, and Reeltors Hooked on Giving Back hit the $29,095 mark to take third place. Fantastic job, people, all the way around!

Then, there was a day of fishing…and what a beautiful day it was!! With unseasonably warm temperatures and relatively low winds (low compared to most past Fish For A Cure tournaments, for sure), Team Lukibelle won the three-rockfish stringer with a 92.5-inch entry, edging out Team RBC by two inches and third-place El Guapo by just over five inches. The Grand Slam went to Team FishTalk/PropTalk with a 72-inch blue catfish/white catfish/rockfish combination, which surprisingly included the longest fish of the tournament, a 33-inch blue cat. Miss Cleo topped the perch division with an impressive stringer of five fish at 52.75 inches. And Team FishTalk/PropTalk also took the Invasives category, after amassing 71.25 inches of blue catfish. Congratulations, to all of you winners!

Thanks to you participants, the Fish For A Cure team, and the Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundaton team. In 2023 this event raised a spectacular total of more than $650,000. As you all know, each and every dollar will end up helping patients in the cancer survivorship program at the Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute. If you’re reading this right now, know that YOU and your time, effort, and energy, has helped countless cancer patients in their time of need.

We can all take a long fundraising rest for now, but soon we will be thinking about how to be even more successful in next year’s Fish For A Cure. Until then, rest easy and enjoy the glow of knowing that you’ve done something good. Something great. And for all the right reasons. Thank you — and we’ll see you in 2024.

View Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge Standings

Fair winds and following seas,

Lenny Rudow
Angler-in-Chief, FishTalk
F4AC Volunteer and Captain’s Challenge Commentator

 

 

Get Involved with Fish For A Cure (F4AC)

(Source: What’s Up Media)

Fish For A Cure (F4AC) is a fishing tournament and fundraising challenge that makes waves in cancer care in our community. We raise funds by hosting an annual fishing tournament on the Chesapeake Bay, followed by a Shore Party at the South Annapolis Yacht Centre, official tournament home.

The Fish For A Cure (F4AC) Tournament, Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge, and Shore Party has raised more than $4.5 million over the last 16 years to support the Cancer Survivorship Program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center’s (LHAAMC) Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute.

It’s more than just a competition. There are many ways to get involved! Do you like to fish? Register a boat and participate in the tournament! Want to make an impact? Attend the Shore Party! Can’t make it to the event? Donate! Charitable gifts of all sizes support cancer care for patients and their families in our community. We are so grateful for your support. Learn more at www.fishforacure.org.