Letter to the Editor: GIFT Tourney coordinators thank all who made it great

First place was taken by Capt. Sandy Melvin (left) and angler Michael Vaughn

The organizers of the 2011 Gasparilla Island Fishing Tournament would like to thank the area merchants and guides who made this year’s tournament a success.

Donations for the raffle were provided by Special  Effects, Gasparilla Outfitters, PJs Seagrille, Betsy Joiner, Grapevine, Pink Pony/Dolphin Cove, Hudson’s, Barbara Anne’s, Ariel, Barnichol, Sun Porch, Fresh Produce, Boca Grande Outfitters, Temptation, Loose Caboose, Aqua, and the Antique Boutique.

The local guides who donated charters are Capt. Doug Stewart, Capt. Eddie Potter, Capt. Mark Liberman, Capt. Mark Becton, Capt. Jamie Allen.

View More images >>All told, the GIFT was able to give a check for $3,863 to the Gasparilla Island Maritime Museum.

Thank you all for your generosity.

Capt. Sandy Melvin
Boca Grande