The world famous Tarpon Lodge in Bokeelia on Pine Island, Florida will host the Kayak Fishing ClassicS’ Pine Island Classic scheduled for July 13. The famous lodge was the lodging host last year and this year they will host the entire tournament event.
Posted on May 31, 2013
By Making Waves TV
Cabbage Key, Fishing, Pine Island
Making Waves TV — Episode 4. Jeff’s goin’ country in Pine Island Sound with Bo and Deidra, 2-time champions of Madfin Shark Series. They take us fishing in a Sea Hunt BX24 BR. Everyone lands at Cabbage Key Inn to kick back with the locals and country music star, Casey Weston and local favorite Taylor Goyette.
Posted on February 16, 2013
By Florida Travel & Life
Cabbage Key, Fishing, Restaurant Reviews
The Weekend: Go Fishing at Pine Island Pine Island may not have a single beach, but you’ll hardly notice while napping on a hammock or fishing along the 17-mile island’s coast.
Start Here: An old-school fishing lodge with upscale trimmings, Tarpon Lodge provides comfort; we love the island house, a building on stilts with views of Pine Island Sound. (You’re so close that the waves will lull you to sleep.) Get fortified with a complimentary continental breakfast at the 1926-built historic lodge building before heading out for the day.
Posted on December 26, 2012
By Florida Sportsman
Fishing, Restaurant Reviews
Twas the day after Thanksgiving, so we gave the turkeys a break and invited these twin 24-inch redfish in to a four-star dinner at the Tarpon Lodge and Restaurant on Pine Island.
From boat to table in two hours, the reds somehow equaled the previous day’s holiday feast in the opinions of Ralph Hudson and me and wives Kay and Sheila.
Capt. Erik Flett had orchestrated the capture of the redfish along a mangrove shoreline a mile south of the Tarpon Lodge.
Posted on September 26, 2012
By Jan S. Maizler, CyberAngler.com
Fishing, Tarpon Lodge Reviews
I’ve always liked to think of Southwest Florida as my second home. So many of my angling travels relied on and reveled in Gulfside resort towns like Naples, Sanibel, and Sarasota. But there was one jewel missing in this “journey crown” that demanded installation- and that was the historic five-star Tarpon Lodge nestled on the green expanses of Pine Island, west of North Fort Myers. Before making reservations and enjoying a delightful stay at the Lodge, I embarked on the research about this destination, which in itself-for me- actually begins the journey.
Posted on August 4, 2012
By Capt. Pat Horrigan
Fishing, Tarpon Lodge Overview, Uncategorized, Video Gallery
The Tarpon Lodge in Pineland, Florida was the Lodging Host to the Kayak Fishing ClassicS for the Pine Island Classic. Here’s a video view of the famous 1926 lodge.
Posted on August 1, 2012
By Kayak Fishing ClassicS Tournament Series
Events, Fishing, Fishing Tournaments, Tarpon Lodge Reviews
Old Florida, the words conjure up the very essence of Southern Charm, Hospitality and Grace. That is what we found waiting for us at the Tarpon Lodge in Pineland, Florida. It is a quiet peaceful island community off of the shores of Cape Coral and a century away from the light speed of everyday life.
The Tarpon Lodge was the lodging host for the Kayak Fishing ClassicS latest tournament, the Pine Island Master Slam Classic which was held on July 14. In addition to being at the old lodge which was established in 1926, the ClassicS staff was there for a photo shoot with artist Steve Whitlock. Steve’s famous art work hangs on the walls at the Tarpon Lodge and his unique style blends right in with the Old Florida lifestyle of the lodge.
Posted on July 26, 2012
By Bob Bramblet, floridasportsman.com
Events, Fishing, Fishing Tournaments
Kayak fishing tournaments have become fairly common throughout Florida. Whether it’s a charitable event, a local tournament or a tournament series, there is an event for everyone ….. Then there are the series. The IFA has the Kayak Tour that is very popular, and then there is the Kayak Fishing ClassicS. Recently, the Kayak Fishing ClassicS had the Pine Island Master Slam tournament in Pine Island. I have participated in KFC events before and found them to be competitive and very well run, so I decided to sign up and write about it as well ….
Posted on July 1, 2012
By Addictive Fishing
Fishing, Video
While staying at the 1926 Tarpon Lodge, Capt. Blair fishes the world famous Boca Grande Pass for tarpon and catches a monster kingfish with Capt. Tadd Vandemark!
Posted on May 23, 2012
By Costal Living Magazine
Fishing, Fishing & Boating, Tarpon Lodge Overview
Tarpon Lodge offers waterside accommodations in the original 1926 lodge and auxiliary buildings, plus a great onsite restaurant. The property is the perfect base for fishing and boating day trips with osprey, egret, and dolphin sightings.
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