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Annual Release & Conservation Honors Awards
mates, and anglers who exemplify excellence in billfishing, sportsmanship, and
conservation through the verified release and tagging of billfish during the calendar year.
These awards are recognition-based honors celebrating achievement, commitment, and
participation within the SSC community.
These honors represent the highest level of achievement within the Stuart Sailfish Club —
recognizing individuals and vessels that uphold the traditions, integrity, and conservation
values of the sport.
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Release-Based Awards
Highest total Sailfish release points earned by an angler
Highest total Sailfish release points earned by an SSC member-owned vessel
Highest total Sailfish release points earned by a captain
Highest total Sailfish release points earned by a mate(s)
Tagging-Based Awards
Highest number of properly documented billfish tags recorded aboard an SSC-Member boat
Highest number of properly documented billfish tags recorded as a Captain of a vessel
Highest number of properly documented billfish tags applied by a mate
Eligibility Requirements
Point Accumulation
Release Points
- Accumulated across the calendar year.
- Sailfilsh = 5 points
Tagging Points
- One (1) point for each properly documented billfish tag.
- Accumulated across the calendar year.
- Tags must be submitted to an approved tagging program (e.g., IGFA/TBF) and verified by the SSC Tournament Committee.
Annual Awards FAQ
The Tradition Continues
For more than 80 years, the Stuart Sailfish Club has stood for ethical angling, conservation leadership, and pride in our local fishery. These traditions weren’t just passed down; they were earned on the water through respect for the sport, the resource, and one another.As fishing evolves, our commitment remains the same. By honoring responsible practices and recognizing those who uphold them, we ensure the values that built this club continue to guide its future—one release at a time.
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