Matagorda Mermaid Offshore Tournament

When

Usually July

Host port

Matagorda Harbor

Organizer

Matagorda Mermaid Tournament

Format

Women anglers, offshore. Thursday captain's meeting with Calcutta, a rest day, then one Saturday of Gulf fishing. Weigh-in at Matagorda Harbor.

First held

1986

Women's offshore tournament from Matagorda Harbor, with one Saturday of Gulf fishing after a Thursday captain's meeting and Calcutta. Per the listing, proceeds go to the Matagorda fire department, a latchkey program and the historical society.

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