Protect Our Waters Fundraising Event ~ November 12, 2015
Well, we did it again! AFC put on another successful fundraising event with the help of the recreational fishing community. Local and not-so-local captains and fishing aficionados spent the evening auctioning themselves off to the highest bidders with the purpose to raise awareness of our great Indian River Lagoon and surrounding waters. The passion these people feel for marine conservation shined through every one of them as they came forth and spoke of what it means to them, their businesses, their families, and their families legacies. They talked about the importance of organizations like AFC, who work to educate the next generation of marine stewards.
With their help and support from you and many others, AFC can continue its mission. Thank you, Dave Ferrell, Capt. Mike Holliday, Capt. John Kumiski, Capt. Jim Ross, Capt. Tom Van Horn and Capt. Blair Wiggins. You guys are such good sports and outstanding role models for sustainable sport fishing.
The Linda Goode Conservation Award for Outstanding Marine Stewardship was given to three very inspiring individuals who work towards a more sustainable future for our invaluable marine resources; Alex Gorichky of Local Lines Guide Service, Leesa Souto of Marine Resources Council and Rufus Wakeman of River Palm Cottages and Fish Camp. Thank you for your determined efforts in conservation!
Another big thank you goes out to the many sponsors and supporters of the event. Without you, we couldn’t have thrown such a fun party.
Jimenez Life & Health
Dinner Sponsor
Harry Goode’s Outdoor Shop
Awards Sponsor
Fish on Fire Restaurant
Cocktail Sponsor
Progressive Insurance Company
Dessert Sponsor
Modern Woodmen of America
Beach Weekend Getaway Sponsor
Media Sponsors
Blue Turtle Magazine
Coastal Angler Magazine
Fishing Florida Radio
Table Sponsor
Bass Pro Shops
Silent Auction Sponsors
TD Bank
The Ullian Realty Corporation
Additional Thanks to:
Black Dog Bait & Tackle
BMW of Melbourne
Cason Photography
Capt. Mellie B
DaBonz Carver
Donnie Torok
Errin Hessinger
Hook & Tackle
Incite Performance Wear
Islands Fish Grill
Jay Herrington
John Baumann
Kast King Reels
Lori Wnek
Maple Street Natives
Mike Ortego
Mitch Roffers
Norm Dulong
Orlando Chapter AFC
Palagic Wear
Plantation on Crystal River
Randall Made Knives
River Palms Cottages & Fish Camp
Rodney Smith Media
Steve Chapmen
Strike Zone Fishing
Without the help of our friends and partners, AFC would not be able to conduct its many education programs and reach so many people throughout Florida and beyond. AFC continues to grow and it is because of the help and support it receives from all of you.