Upcoming events

  • 2026 Offshore Slam

    • Thu, January 01, 2026
    • Thu, December 31, 2026
    • MSC Offshore Fishing Boundaries
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    THE 2026 YEAR LONG OFFSHORE SLAM TOURNAMENT
    SPONSORED BY ROSE MARINA
    Visit their Website & please support our local businesses.

    Entry Fee: $25.00
    Entries accepted through June 30, 2026

    2026 Offshore Slam Flyer 

    Current Standings

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  • Enter my fish on the Leaderboard & Fish of the Month

    • Thu, January 01, 2026
    • 12:00 AM
    • Thu, December 31, 2026
    • 11:59 PM
    • MSC Fishing Boundaries
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    The Leaderboard is an annual contest. 
    An embroidered shirt will be awarded in February for the largest fish caught of each species during the previous year. 

    The Club selects a "Species of the Month" for this contest, using the best information we have for what's running that month.  A $25 check is awarded to the angler who catches the largest Fish Of the Month. 

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  • March 2026 Kayak Fishing Event

    • Mon, March 23, 2026
    • Isles of Capri Paddle Park

    Kayak Fishing Event
    Isles of Capri Paddle Park

    MSC Kayak fishing events are held monthly at a number of different locations throughout Southwest Florida. Typically, MSC kayak trips will last approximately five to six hours and will cover 5 to 7 miles. We vary the venues monthly to give our kayak anglers exposure to different environments, fishing techniques, and species of fish that can be caught.  
       

    MSC members who participate in the kayak fishing events own their own kayaks and transport them to and from each venue. Members who do not have experience in kayak fishing but are interested in trying out the sport can sometimes borrow a kayak from a MSC member who has an extra one. Kayaks can also be rented at many different locations in the Marco Island area.

    If you are a new member or a current member who is interested in participating in our kayak fishing activities signup to be added to the "Kayak fishing list".  The Event Coordinator, Ken Stockton, will keep you informed about upcoming trips.

    Add me to the Kayak Fishing List

    Fishing out of a kayak is a great way to be outdoors, enjoy nature and experience the beauty of the mangroves and backwaters. It’s a great way to catch fish and you get the benefit of exercising at the same time with no need to go to the gas pumps!  




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  • Spring Trout Spotacular - Captain's Meeting

    • Mon, March 23, 2026
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Sandbar
    • 1 registrant

    Spring Trout Spotacular

    Captain’s Meeting:

    Monday, March 23rd, 4:00pm, at the Sandbar


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  • Spring Trout Spotacular

    • Tue, March 24, 2026
    • 6:00 AM
    • Sun, March 29, 2026
    • 6:30 PM
    • MSC Backwater Boundaries south to Camp Lulu
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        Spring Trout “Spotacular”! 

        (Ver 2.2026)

    Fishing Dates:  March 24th-29th, 2026-Tuesday-Sunday – You pick the day you want to fish!

    Capt.’s Meeting: Monday, March 23rd, 4:00pm at the Sand Bar

    Fishing Hours:  6 Hours – “Flex Time” – You pick the 6 hours you prefer to fish!

    Event Target Fish:  Spotted Seatrout

    Prizes: Team prize – 1st thru 5th – Total inches of 6 longest trout

                  

    Individual Prize – 1 prize awarded for longest Trout caught during the event      

             

    Entry Fee:  $10.00 per MSC angler, $15.00 per non-member

    Prize amounts determined by number of anglers participating PLUS $200-$300 in club funds.

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    EVENT RULES

    • Captains of all boats must be a MSC Member. - “No Guide” Rule & “2-Line” Rule Apply
    • MSC backwater boundaries apply. South, only to Everglades National Park boundaries. (Camp Lulu)
    • Photos required for all fish registered for team & individual prizes - Measure fish to nearest ¼”
    • Notify Charlie Schwalje of the day you choose to fish no later than 9:00am that morning
    • Turn in Tally Sheet, and photos, to Charlie Schwalje, no later than 5:00 PM, the day after you fish
    • All anglers must have a current signed MSC waiver on file.
    • Use the online registration form regardless of how you intend to pay.

     
    Charlie Schwalje

     Email- c.schwalje@comcast.net             Cell- 732-570-8450



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  • Buddy Trip

    • Tue, March 24, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Backwater Boundaries


    Joe Perino - Buddy trip Coordinator

    All of the Buddy Trips are inshore and back water. The boats all start out together in the morning and fish most of the day. If a person has no boat, I try to match him up with a guy that has one. We start out fishing in the morning and come back to the dock in late afternoon to clean the boats and the fish. In the evening, we all meet with our wives/significant others for cocktails at 6 PM and dinner at 7 PM at various restaurants on Marco. I encourage people to attend the cocktail/dinner party so that everyone gets to know one another. The group consists of a great bunch of anglers, and we all have a lot of fun.

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  • April General Meeting

    • Thu, April 02, 2026
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Wesley United Methodist Church

    Club General Meeting

    Doors open at 6:30 PM
    Meeting Starts at 7:00 PM

    Wesley United Methodist Church

    April Guest Speakers:  FWC’s Kali Spurgin and Andie Murray

      Fishery Management

    Kali Spurgin, with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Division of Marine Fisheries Management.

    She will discuss the state of the fishery in Southwest Florida.

    A FWC fisheries and wildlife biologist since 2016, Spurgin graduated in 2014 from Florida State University with a degree in biology/biological sciences. Between 2016 and 2019, she administered the statewide Lionfish Outreach and Control Program for the Division of Marine Fisheries Management.

    Since 2019, Kali has been the FWC regional marine biologist serving Southwest Florida.

    Kali will be joined by Andie Murray who has a Bachelor’s in Zoology from The Ohio State University, Andie moved to Florida and received a Master of Science in Conservation Biology at the University of South Florida.

    She joined FWC in 2024 where she worked as a Wildlife Assistance Biologist in the Division of Habitat and Species Conservation. In Spring 2025, she joined the Division of Marine Fisheries Management as a Regional Biologist, focusing on fisheries management strategies that support inshore species such as redfish, snook, and spotted seatrout.. 


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  • April Board Meeting

    • Mon, April 06, 2026
    • 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
    • Wesley United Methodist Church

    Marco Sportfishing Club Board Meeting

    Members welcome come see how your skills could contribute to the club.

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  • April 2026 Kayak Fishing Event

    • Fri, April 17, 2026
    • Everglades City (Ranger Station launch)

    August Kayak Fishing Event

    Everglades City (Ranger Station launch)

    Note: Park Pass and Boater Permit required

    MSC Kayak fishing events are held monthly at a number of different locations throughout Southwest Florida. Typically, MSC kayak trips will last approximately five to six hours and will cover 5 to 7 miles. We vary the venues monthly to give our kayak anglers exposure to different environments, fishing techniques, and species of fish that can be caught.  
       

    MSC members who participate in the kayak fishing events own their own kayaks and transport them to and from each venue. Members who do not have experience in kayak fishing but are interested in trying out the sport can sometimes borrow a kayak from a MSC member who has an extra one. Kayaks can also be rented at many different locations in the Marco Island area.

    If you are a new member or a current member who is interested in participating in our kayak fishing activities signup to be added to the "Kayak fishing list".  The Event Coordinator, Ken Stockton, will keep you informed about upcoming trips.

    Add me to the Kayak Fishing List

    Fishing out of a kayak is a great way to be outdoors, enjoy nature and experience the beauty of the mangroves and backwaters. It’s a great way to catch fish and you get the benefit of exercising at the same time with no need to go to the gas pumps!  




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  • Man Bites Shark - Capt. Meeting

    • Tue, April 21, 2026
    • 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    • Sand Bar

    Man Bites Shark

    Captain's Meeting
    Tuesday, April 21st, 2025 - 4pm at:

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  • Man Bites Shark Fishing & Shark Picnic

    • Wed, April 22, 2026
    • 8:00 AM
    • Fri, April 24, 2026
    • 3:00 PM
    • MSC Boundaries - Picnic at Sarazen Park
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    Registered Anglers & Picnic Attendees List

    Get Ready for MSC’S Annual 2026 “Man Bites Shark Event”

    This year’s “Man Bites Shark Event” will be held on April 22nd with April 23rd as the alternate fishing day. This exciting event offers the chance to win one or more cash prizes totaling $600, and a picnic featuring grilled shark fillets and other picnic favorites.

    The “Man Bites Shark” picnic is open to all MSC members and guests.

    “Man Bites Shark” Schedule of Activities:

    Talk Shark – Tuesday, April 21st, Captains’ Meeting at the Sand Bar - 4:00 PM

    Catch Shark – Wednesday, April 22nd, fish the Mud Hole or another location of your choice
           (Thursday, April 23rd, backup due to weather).

    Captains Fact Sheet - Rules - Tally Sheet

    Eat Shark     – Friday, April 24th, at Sarazen Park, 12:00 noon. The Tournament/Picnic fee is $10 per person

    Menu – Grilled shark entrée, hamburgers, hot dogs, beans, slaw, and potato salad, etc. BYO drinks.

    Sign up for the event at the February or March General Meeting, at the Captains’ Meeting, or by completing the registration on the MSC website.

    The online registration form can be used for either/both Tournament and Picnic only registrations.

    Mark Milici


    Event Organizer.


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  • Seis de mayo

    • Wed, May 06, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    • Sarazen Park
    • Be the first
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    Siete de Mayo Picnic


    Wednesday, May 06, 2026, @ Sarazen Park, 12 Noon 

    Wear Your Best Outfits and Sombreros

    $18 ($22 Non-Member Guests) Each if received by April 25th

    $22 ($26 Non-Member Guests) IF RECEIVED after April 25th

    Mexican Fajita Bar by Pedro (Imperial Meats of Naples)

    Seasoned Chicken and Beef, Mexican Rice, Black Beans, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cheese, Tortillas, Chips and Salsa

    BYOB, Iced Tea, Pop and Water Included.

     



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  • May Board Meeting

    • Mon, May 11, 2026
    • 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
    • Wesley United Methodist Church

    Marco Sportfishing Club Board Meeting

    Members welcome come see how the club is run

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  • May 2026 Kayak Fishing Event

    • Tue, May 19, 2026
    • Stopper's Creek (Shell Island Rd. launch)

    May Kayak Fishing Event

    Stopper's Creek (Shell Island Rd. launch)

    MSC Kayak fishing events are held monthly at a number of different locations throughout Southwest Florida. Typically, MSC kayak trips will last approximately five to six hours and will cover 5 to 7 miles. We vary the venues monthly to give our kayak anglers exposure to different environments, fishing techniques, and species of fish that can be caught.  
       

    MSC members who participate in the kayak fishing events own their own kayaks and transport them to and from each venue. Members who do not have experience in kayak fishing but are interested in trying out the sport can sometimes borrow a kayak from a MSC member who has an extra one. Kayaks can also be rented at many different locations in the Marco Island area.

    If you are a new member or a current member who is interested in participating in our kayak fishing activities signup to be added to the "Kayak fishing list".  The Event Coordinator, Howard Laskau, will keep you informed about upcoming trips.

    Add me to the Kayak Fishing List

    Fishing out of a kayak is a great way to be outdoors, enjoy nature and experience the beauty of the mangroves and backwaters. It’s a great way to catch fish and you get the benefit of exercising at the same time with no need to go to the gas pumps!  




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  • June Board Meeting

    • Mon, June 08, 2026
    • 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
    • Wesley United Methodist Church

    Marco Sportfishing Club Board Meeting

    Members welcome come see how the club is run

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  • June 2026 Kayak Fishing Event

    • Fri, June 19, 2026
    • South end of Marco Island (Caxambas launch)

    June Kayak Fishing Event

    South end of Marco Island (Caxambas launch)


    MSC Kayak fishing events are held monthly at a number of different locations throughout Southwest Florida. Typically, MSC kayak trips will last approximately five to six hours and will cover 5 to 7 miles. We vary the venues monthly to give our kayak anglers exposure to different environments, fishing techniques, and species of fish that can be caught.  
       

    MSC members who participate in the kayak fishing events own their own kayaks and transport them to and from each venue. Members who do not have experience in kayak fishing but are interested in trying out the sport can sometimes borrow a kayak from a MSC member who has an extra one. Kayaks can also be rented at many different locations in the Marco Island area.

    If you are a new member or a current member who is interested in participating in our kayak fishing activities signup to be added to the "Kayak fishing list".  The Event Coordinator, Howard Laskau, will keep you informed about upcoming trips.

    Add me to the Kayak Fishing List

    Fishing out of a kayak is a great way to be outdoors, enjoy nature and experience the beauty of the mangroves and backwaters. It’s a great way to catch fish and you get the benefit of exercising at the same time with no need to go to the gas pumps!  




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  • July 2026 Kayak Fishing Event - Summer Break

    • Wed, July 01, 2026
    • SUMMER BREAK

    July Kayak Fishing Event

    We’re taking a break from the heat! ☀️

    To our MSC Kayak Anglers: We are hitting pause on our monthly trip for July.

    We love the exercise and the no-gas-pump benefits of kayak fishing, but we’re going to wait for slightly cooler weather to head back out to the waters around Marco Island.

    New to the group? This is the perfect time to get signed up! Contact Howard Laskau to join the "Kayak Fishing List" so you are the first to know when we launch our next adventure.

    Add me to the Kayak Fishing List


    Fishing out of a kayak is a great way to be outdoors, enjoy nature and experience the beauty of the mangroves and backwaters. It’s a great way to catch fish and you get the benefit of exercising at the same time with no need to go to the gas pumps!  




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  • August 2026 Kayak Fishing Event - Summer Break

    • Sat, August 01, 2026
    • SUMMER BREAK

    August Kayak Fishing Event

    We’re taking a break from the heat! ☀️

    To our MSC Kayak Anglers: We are hitting pause on our monthly trip for August.

    We love the exercise and the no-gas-pump benefits of kayak fishing, but we’re going to wait for slightly cooler weather to head back out to the waters around Marco Island.

    New to the group? This is the perfect time to get signed up! Contact Howard Laskau to join the "Kayak Fishing List" so you are the first to know when we launch our next adventure.

    Add me to the Kayak Fishing List


    Fishing out of a kayak is a great way to be outdoors, enjoy nature and experience the beauty of the mangroves and backwaters. It’s a great way to catch fish and you get the benefit of exercising at the same time with no need to go to the gas pumps!  




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  • September 2026 Kayak Fishing Event

    • Wed, September 30, 2026
    • Imperial River (Imperial River launch)

    October Kayak Fishing Event

    Imperial River (Imperial River launch)

    MSC Kayak fishing events are held monthly at a number of different locations throughout Southwest Florida. Typically, MSC kayak trips will last approximately five to six hours and will cover 5 to 7 miles. We vary the venues monthly to give our kayak anglers exposure to different environments, fishing techniques, and species of fish that can be caught.  
       

    MSC members who participate in the kayak fishing events own their own kayaks and transport them to and from each venue. Members who do not have experience in kayak fishing but are interested in trying out the sport can sometimes borrow a kayak from a MSC member who has an extra one. Kayaks can also be rented at many different locations in the Marco Island area.

    If you are a new member or a current member who is interested in participating in our kayak fishing activities signup to be added to the "Kayak fishing list".  The Event Coordinator, Howard Laskau, will keep you informed about upcoming trips.

    Add me to the Kayak Fishing List

    Fishing out of a kayak is a great way to be outdoors, enjoy nature and experience the beauty of the mangroves and backwaters. It’s a great way to catch fish and you get the benefit of exercising at the same time with no need to go to the gas pumps!  




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  • October 2026 Kayak Fishing Event

    • Wed, October 14, 2026
    • Shell Island/Rookery Bay (Shell Island launch)

    November Kayak Fishing Event

    Shell Island/Rookery Bay (Shell Island launch)

    MSC Kayak fishing events are held monthly at a number of different locations throughout Southwest Florida. Typically, MSC kayak trips will last approximately five to six hours and will cover 5 to 7 miles. We vary the venues monthly to give our kayak anglers exposure to different environments, fishing techniques, and species of fish that can be caught.  
       

    MSC members who participate in the kayak fishing events own their own kayaks and transport them to and from each venue. Members who do not have experience in kayak fishing but are interested in trying out the sport can sometimes borrow a kayak from a MSC member who has an extra one. Kayaks can also be rented at many different locations in the Marco Island area.

    If you are a new member or a current member who is interested in participating in our kayak fishing activities signup to be added to the "Kayak fishing list".  The Event Coordinator, Howard Laskau, will keep you informed about upcoming trips.

    Add me to the Kayak Fishing List

    Fishing out of a kayak is a great way to be outdoors, enjoy nature and experience the beauty of the mangroves and backwaters. It’s a great way to catch fish and you get the benefit of exercising at the same time with no need to go to the gas pumps!  




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  • November 2026 Kayak Fishing Event

    • Fri, November 13, 2026
    • Port of the Islands canal (POI marina launch)

    September Kayak Fishing Event

    Port of the Islands canal (POI marina launch)

    MSC Kayak fishing events are held monthly at a number of different locations throughout Southwest Florida. Typically, MSC kayak trips will last approximately five to six hours and will cover 5 to 7 miles. We vary the venues monthly to give our kayak anglers exposure to different environments, fishing techniques, and species of fish that can be caught.  
       

    MSC members who participate in the kayak fishing events own their own kayaks and transport them to and from each venue. Members who do not have experience in kayak fishing but are interested in trying out the sport can sometimes borrow a kayak from a MSC member who has an extra one. Kayaks can also be rented at many different locations in the Marco Island area.

    If you are a new member or a current member who is interested in participating in our kayak fishing activities signup to be added to the "Kayak fishing list".  The Event Coordinator, Howard Laskau, will keep you informed about upcoming trips.

    Add me to the Kayak Fishing List

    Fishing out of a kayak is a great way to be outdoors, enjoy nature and experience the beauty of the mangroves and backwaters. It’s a great way to catch fish and you get the benefit of exercising at the same time with no need to go to the gas pumps!  




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  • December 2026 Kayak Fishing Event

    • Tue, December 29, 2026
    • Unknown Bay/Bear Point Loop (Jolley Bridge launch)

    December Kayak Fishing Event

    Unknown Bay/Bear Point Loop (Jolley Bridge launch)

    MSC Kayak fishing events are held monthly at a number of different locations throughout Southwest Florida. Typically, MSC kayak trips will last approximately five to six hours and will cover 5 to 7 miles. We vary the venues monthly to give our kayak anglers exposure to different environments, fishing techniques, and species of fish that can be caught.  
       

    MSC members who participate in the kayak fishing events own their own kayaks and transport them to and from each venue. Members who do not have experience in kayak fishing but are interested in trying out the sport can sometimes borrow a kayak from a MSC member who has an extra one. Kayaks can also be rented at many different locations in the Marco Island area.

    If you are a new member or a current member who is interested in participating in our kayak fishing activities signup to be added to the "Kayak fishing list".  The Event Coordinator, Howard Laskau, will keep you informed about upcoming trips.

    Add me to the Kayak Fishing List

    Fishing out of a kayak is a great way to be outdoors, enjoy nature and experience the beauty of the mangroves and backwaters. It’s a great way to catch fish and you get the benefit of exercising at the same time with no need to go to the gas pumps!  




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