Four Day/Three Night Stay at Southern Pine Lodge - Steinhatchee Landing

Being one of the newest vacation rentals in Steinhatchee Landing Resort, Southern Pine Lodge offers the perfect place for a large family, group or a reunion. The large 5-bedroom cottage is located across from the pool area and a short walk to the docks. With three bedrooms upstairs and two downstairs, it is a perfect place for the family or group of friends to spend a vacation.

The cottage offers steps as well as an accessible ramp leading to the porch, living area and downstairs bedroom. The new game room offers a pool table, foosball table and additional TV, as well as 2 half baths. Within the game room is an additional small bedroom offering 2 sets of bunk beds, single over double, offering sleeping accommodations for 6. Perfect for the kids!

The gathering area downstairs offers a living and dining area combination. The living area has a queen size sleeper sofa. The large dining table providing seating for 10 is located next to the spacious kitchen. Additional seating is available on the porch.

The downstairs bedroom has a king size bed and a handicapped accessible bath. This is the perfect bedroom for those who do not wish to climb stairs.

Upstairs you will find three bedrooms. The first bedroom has three twin beds and a roll away. The second bedroom offers a king size bed and the third bedroom offers queen beds. Each bedroom has its own bathroom as well as a half bath upstairs. In total, the cottage provides sleeping for 20 guests.

The large wrap around porch offers several tables with chairs, an old-fashioned swing and a couple of rocking chairs, under ceiling fans to keep you comfortable. The charcoal BBQ grill is located right off the front porch for easy access. Grill your steaks, burgers or fresh catch for the family!

Plenty of parking is available adjacent to the cottage.

Steinhatchee Landing Resort sits on 35 acres with canopies of oaks. The river is a short walk from the cottage, as well as the docks and the petting zoo. The petting zoo offers chickens, ducks rabbits and our two very friendly goats! The pool, spa, sauna and exercise room are located across the street from the cottage. There is also a basketball court, tennis court and an archery range available for your use. (Ask us about rental of archery equipment).

There is a boat dock with approximately 22 boat slips available on a first-come, first-served basis, with plenty of parking in the resort for your boat trailer.

Steinhatchee is known for its fishing and hunting year round. Whether it is fresh or salt water fishing you prefer, Steinhatchee has both! Canoeing and kayaking are very popular as well. Bring your boat, canoe or kayak or you may rent one at one of the local Marinas.

Bring the family and enjoy this cottage! Whether you are here for fishing, bird watching, wedding, family reunion or just relaxing, the Southern Pine Lodge in Steinhatchee will offer you the vacation you deserve! Blackout dates include scallop season and holidays. Trip must be taken within one year of purchase and on mutually agreeable dates.

Donated by Mark Blanton.

Crystal River Fishing Adventure for Two Anglers

Two lucky anglers will enjoy (2) six-hour inshore fishing charters with (2) different professional guides out beautiful Crystal River, FL. Your first day of fishing will be with Capt. Mario Costello and Tall Tail Charters and your second day will be with Capt. Socrates Conomos and Silver Lining Sport Fishing targeting Snook, redfish, trout and?

Crystal River is located approximately 67 miles north of Tampa on the beautiful nature coast. Long known as the "Nature Coast" of Florida, the mangrove shorelines of the Crystal River and the secret flats of the Homosassa have helped propel our area into one of the premier fishing destinations found anywhere in the world.

For the better part of a century anglers from all over the world have traveled to the legendary flats off of Crystal River and Homosassa to do battle with "World Class" Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Black Drum, Cobia, Tripletail and more. With miles of gin clear flats and unspoiled mangrove shorelines the Crystal River and Homosassa area is the true wonder on Florida's west coast. Busting Snook, Daisy Chaining Tarpon, and Tailing Redfish are all daily targets when fishing our waters and opportunities to pursue all of these situations can occur any day.

This area is often referred to as the "gem of the nature coast". The City is bordered by the Crystal River and Kings Bay, which has been classified by the State as an Outstanding Florida Water. The Crystal River is comprised of a network of more than 30 beautiful springs that begin at the northwest end of Kings Bay and travel west for about 6 miles entering into the Gulf of Mexico. In addition to water activities such as boating, fishing, diving and swimming, you can bike and/or hike nearby at the Withlacoochee State Trail. If you prefer more sedentary activities there is bird watching and of course, manatee watching.

Your trip also includes 3 night's accommodations (double occupancy) at the Plantation on Crystal River. Your trip does not include transportation or gratuity. Your trip must be booked on mutually agreeable dates and taken by July 16, 2021.

Donated by Capt. Mario Costello, Capt. Socrates Conomos and The Plantation on Crystal River.

Duke Energy Mariculture Center - Private Tour and Fishing

Have you ever wondered where all the redfish for STAR and CCA Florida's restocking efforts come from? Our good friends at the Mariculture Center make it all happen in beautiful Crystal River. Over the past 29 years, Eric Latimer and his team has been responsible for releasing over 4.2 million finfish and crustaceans into the gulf waters. They also grow different grasses for both fresh and saltwater habitats. The facility is truly amazing and features indoor photothermally controlled spawning rooms, outdoor quarantine/holding tanks as well as eight (1) acre grow out ponds. It's definitely a sight to see and should be on everyone's bucket list to visit.

The Mariculture Center is NOT open to the public but we have the golden ticket! If you win it, you and a friend will get a full tour and behind the scenes look at the longest tenured hatchery in the state of Florida. Eric can answer any question you may have regarding raising fish and grasses at the hatchery. You'll get to see the trout and redfish brood stock (parents), juveniles, monster pinfish and so much more. The trout and redfish brood stock are amazing to see in person. You'll get to participate in the feeding of the brood stock and the fish in the ponds. Bring a change of clothes as you may get wet. You haven't seen a feeding frenzy like this before!! We'll top the tour off by giving you and your guest the opportunity to fish the grow out ponds for some BIG and HUNGRY redfish and trout.

We keep saying this but you definitely don't want to miss out on this exclusive opportunity!! Tour must be booked on mutually agreeable dates and taken within one year of purchase. Excludes holidays and holiday weekends. All visitors must wear closed toed shoes and long pants. Tour dates are subject to potential COVID-19 restrictions.

Donated by the Duke Energy Mariculture Center.

Florida Keys Fishing or Drinking (or both) Adventure

Four lucky anglers/partiers will enjoy 3 night's and 2 days of fishing/drinking/relaxing with CCA Florida's Executive Director, Brian Gorski out of Cudjoe Key. Texas Cattle Company will throw in some Prime Ribeye steaks for dinner one night (Cooked by Chef Brian himself!), and of course this trip includes all the Absolut Vodka, Devil's River Whiskey, and Old St. Pete Rum that you can handle.

No need to bring your boat, Uncle Ron (Ron Crowder, Past Chairman of CCA FL) has his 28 Contender parked out back and Brian will be at your beck and call to take you fishing, snorkeling or just cocktail cruising while you explore all that Cudjoe Key and Key West has to offer!

If you have an affinity for warm water, breathtaking sunsets and a taste for fresh fish, then the Florida Keys is the place for you! Enjoy a tropical paradise on Cudjoe Key in a spacious 2,100 sq. ft., 4-bedroom, 2 bath waterfront home with pool.

Immerse yourself in the nature Cudjoe Key has to offer. The Florida Keys are known for amazing fishing, snorkeling and diving. World famous Looe Key Reef is a short boat ride away from Cudjoe Key where you can swim with an abundance of sea life.

Cudjoe Key is less than 6 square miles long but has a lot to offer during your stay. Several amazing restaurants are within miles of the residence. Fishing charters and boat tours are also available in the area. Key West is a short 15-minute drive from Cudjoe Key where you can enjoy the unique culture Key West has to offer.

This trip is for a 3-night stay for up to four in a 4-bedroom, 2 bath waterfront home with pool on Cudjoe Key, Florida. Trip must be booked on mutually agreeable dates and taken within 1 year of purchase. Trip includes accommodations, steak dinner one night, vodka, whiskey and rum all weekend and 2 days of boating/fishing. This stay is a charitable donation to CCA Florida not considered a rental.

Donated by Ron Crowder, Brian Gorski and CCA Florida.

Argentina Hunting Cabin Cast and Blast for Six, for Four Nights

This is an incredible experience for up to six individuals for four nights. It combines the best hunting of doves and offers fantastic dorado fishing. The hunting Cabin has three rooms with private bathrooms and was designed to be a cozy small lodge with few amenities but great service. This is truly a simple, yet elegant, rustic hunting cabin. Pattern of fishing and hunting is determined during trip - weather dependent and input of guest.

The cabin provides a riverside fire pit, living room, dining room, and kitchen. It is certain to be a unique experience designed around the concept of a minimalistic American hunting cabin. It sits right on the banks of the Parana' River. The dove shooting is unlimited. You will be fed a full breakfast and amazing dinners at the cabin. Argentina culture is a wonderful experience. It is a perfect travel hunting destination.

Travel is to Buenos Aires, spend the night and travel to Santa Fe, Argentina (SFN). Voucher is valid for three years. To extend voucher for an additional 24 months is $650. Must have at least 4 hunters to be valid. For less than 4 hunters there will be a fee of $650 to validate the voucher.

Included in the voucher are accommodations based on double occupancy for 4 nights, 4 days of fishing / dove hunting, all meals and drinks at the lodge and hunting fields, services of a professional hunter-guide and field scout, one field assistant per person, vehicles and transportation to and from fields, and airport reception. All sales are final - No refunds - Travel Insurance is recommended.

Excluded from the voucher: Airfare, shells, gratuities and other incurred costs.

Shells: 20 or 12 gauge $15/box.

Gun rental $75/day/person

Hunting license $70/day/person

Land lease fee $220/person

Airport transfer of $95/person/trip.

Optional: Waders $20 per person per day. Massages / Late check out / Early check out / Extra nights / Extra meals / Insurance.

Fish with the "Fish Diva" and "Queen of Conservation" - Capt. Leiza Fitzgerald

Grab your favorite fishing partner for a full day of fishing with STAR's own Capt. Leiza Fitzgerald!! You'll be fishing the inshore and nearshore waters of Sarasota and Bradenton for snook, redfish, trout and tarpon aboard a custom Pathfinder 2600HPS powered by the reliability of a 300 HP Yamaha Outboard!

Captain Leiza Fitzgerald is a licensed charter captain, prize winning redfish, kingfish & tarpon tournament angler, television, radio and podcast show co-host, "Top Gun" fishing instructor, fishing coach, plus she authors national and local magazine and newspaper fishing articles. Leiza was named by Salt Strong as one of the top 12 lady anglers in Florida, and Wildlife Enthusiast Magazine named her one of North America's 30 most influential women in fishing (top 5 in Saltwater) in 2019. In 2014, she joined Coastal Conservation Association, the state's leading organization dedicated to marine fisheries conservation, habitat restoration, education and advocacy. In the last 10 years, CCA Florida has combined their contributions with their partners and the National Building Conservation Trust contributions and leveraged those to over $4.8 million dollars in habitat restoration in Florida waters. As the Director of Florida STAR, CCA's highest profile event and Florida's largest family fishing competition, she administers the 100-day competition, offering over $500,000 in prizes. STAR invites anglers of all ages and skill levels to practice conservation and walk away with prizes from a brand-new truck or boat, motor and trailer packages to scholarships and more.

As Director of STAR, Leiza is able to promote the conservation of our marine resources and educate the general public on how to be good stewards of Florida's marine resources while still giving her a little time to combine her skills of hunting with fishing so that she may stalk the flats, oyster bars or saltwater shorelines to sight cast whatever species of fish is biting and still call it work. You can go fishing with her but ya gotta bid!

Trip is for 2 angler and includes tackle, bait, ice cold water, snacks and a gourmet lunch. Trip must be booked on mutually agreeable dates and taken within one year of purchase. Blackout dates include major holidays and spring break. Does not include gratuity.

Donated by Leiza Fitzgerald, Uncle Ron Crowder and CCA Florida STAR.

American Red Snapper Fishing with Captain Michael Avinon of Findictive Charters and Capt. Rick Murphy

That's right fish fans, we're talking about American Red Snapper fishing with two legends out of Naples, FL! You and three of your closest friends will enjoy a full day of the best American Red Snapper fishing Southwest Florida has to offer! Captain Mike has over 20 years of experience and 2,500 spots to prove it on his new Contender 35ST. Mike has filmed numerous Sportsman's Adventures episodes with Captain Rick Murphy and is a regular guest on the Florida Insider Fishing Report. With that being said, we thought it would be perfect to have Capt. Rick join you on this once in a lifetime fishing trip. You'll benefit from the combined 50+ years of fishing experience plus priceless entertainment from Mike and Rick!!! Be sure to bring plenty of ibuprofen, you're gonna need it! Not just from fighting fish, but, from laughing your tails off with your hosts!

Capt. Mike currently runs a Contender 32ST but has a new 35ST on order and in the mold as we speak. You'll be fishing in style and comfort aboard the new Contender 35ST with twin Yamaha XTO 425's!! This is by far the fastest charter boat in the area with a top speed of 69mph and cruising speed of 45mph at 1.4mpg. Not only will you be fishing the very beginning of Red Snapper season, you'll be the first to the fishing grounds on this fishing machine! Whether your bottom fishing for Red Snapper, Grouper or trolling the deep blue, Captain Mike always puts his clients on fish and creates a memorable trip for all on board!

Here is one of the reviews from a previous charter? "What can I say, Mike's the best charter captain I have fished with. Captain Mike will put you on fish all day long. He has a great demeanor and a fine sense of humor. He's great with newbies as well as experienced anglers. He's very family friendly as well. The boat is immaculate and has excellent gear or like us you can bring your own gear. Mike has 2,500 spots to find the bottom fish and because he has a great network he knows where the bite is daily. No time was wasted looking for fish. At the end of the day he will clean your catch at the dock while you take pics and have a beer or two. It is a day on the water you will not soon forget.

You will also enjoy a relaxing stay at the contemporary Marriott Residence Inn Naples. Accommodations include up to (2) separate (2) bedroom suites with queen beds for (2) nights. This ideal location makes it easy to visit the Naples Beaches or have an unforgettable dining experience at many of the fine establishments. They are located 1 mile from The Village on Venetian Bay as well as the boutique Waterside Shops, Naples Beaches and all the local restaurants and shops along US 41. They offer a long list of free amenities such as, a full hot breakfast, evening socials Monday-Wednesday, beach shuttle service with beach towels and chairs, local/national newspapers, Wi-Fi, and parking. All of their rooms have full kitchens, a dining area, work space, flat screen TV and a sleeper sofa. Their hotel also boasts a fire pit, outdoor heated pool, sport court and a 24/7 contemporary fitness center. They welcome you to share in their Paradise.

Your American Red Snapper trip for four anglers is valid on Saturday, June 5, 2021. Does not include gratuity.

Donated by Captain Mike Avinon, Findictive Charters and Capt. Rick Murphy.

Release the East - Bull Redfish Brood Stock Collection

Two lucky anglers will join CCA Florida, the Duke Energy Mariculture Center, Mudhole Custom Tackle and Capt. Jim Ross to help catch the brood stock (30" +) for the "Release the East" restocking program. The new east coast redfish photothermally controlled spawning room at the Mariculture Center is complete and ready to welcome these spawning sized fish. As you may know, East Coast Redfish are genetically different from the West Coast redfish stock. In order to spawn, raise and release hundreds of thousands of redfish on the East Coast, we must collect 20 - 25 brood stock to use as the "parents" for the juvenile (3" - 5") redfish that will be stocked throughout the east coast.

The east coast redfish population has drastically declined as a result of water quality issues and loss of habitat, and the primary goal for this initiative is to help relieve the suffering redfish populations along Florida's east coast. In phase one of the program, CCA Florida and Duke Energy pledges to spawn, raise and release 100,000 juvenile redfish to help restock the east coast.

The collection of the brood stock will take place in late August - early September in the Titusville area. It all depends on the fish but we are looking at the week of August 24th or the week of September 1st to collect the brood stock. You and your fishing partner will enjoy a full day of fishing for bull redfish and assist with the collection of east coast brood stock. The date(s) and exact location(s) will be determined by Capt. Jim Ross and his crew of guides that will be helping with this initiative. Note, we will not collect fish from Mosquito Lagoon during this initiative.

This is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity!! Be a part of history and a part of restocking redfish on the east coast!!

#releasetheeast

Donated by Capt. Jim Ross and Fineline Fishing Charters.

Central Florida Sportsman Experience for 2 with CCA's Executive Director Brian Gorski and Senior Regional Director Adam Miller

This Central Florida experience will be based out of the Clermont chain of lakes and will include a 2-night stay at the Lake Minneola Inn and participation in an alligator hunt and frog gigging. Lake Minneola Inn has been hosting guests near and far for over 100 years. The Inn is set on a beautiful lake front property with the most amazing sunsets in Lake County. You can find a great place to eat right in their back yard at The Tiki Bar & Grill.

Winning bidder and companion will be picked up at the Minneola Inn and Tiki Bar just after sunset to embark on the hunt throughout the Clermont chain of lakes. This hunt will be using the conventional method of "snagging" the alligator with rod and reel and fighting until boat side. Once the alligator is boat side a .357 bang stick will be used to finish it off. This is an up close and personal type of hunt and can be very exciting at times. While scouting for alligators, we'll have the opportunity to gig some frogs as well.

This trip is available from August 29th to September 5th 2020. Trip will include the use of one (1) Florida alligator FWC issued CITES tag. Not included is a $52 Alligator Trapping Agent License (per person) required for anyone taking part in the hunt. If an alligator is not taken during this hunt the tag will not be transferable per FWC regulation. Hunt will consist of one (1) night. Trip must be booked on mutually agreeable terms and taken within the time period of permit issued.

Donated by Lake Minneola Inn, The Tiki Bar & Grill, Adam Miller, and Brian Gorski.

Middle Grounds Fishing Trip with Hang'Em High Sport Fishing with Two Nights' Accommodations for Six

Let's go fishing out of Crystal River! This trip of a lifetime is a 17-hour trip to the Middle Grounds during the months of May through October. On this trip, you'll leave the dock at 2:30 am and return to the dock at 4:30 pm the same day. The captain will provide jumbo marine grade bean bag chairs for each client for the 90-mile trip out to some of the best bottom fishing there is. Typically, they arrive at the fishing grounds around 5:30 am and begin catching snapper and grouper as the sun comes up. They'll also put out flat lines for kingfish and wahoo which bite more at sunrise. As the sun comes up the grouper bites usually picks up and they switch over to catching them. Around 11AM they usually start working their way home targeting whichever species of fish that they have not maxed out on yet. Their 42 ft Freeman with quad 350's is designed and built specifically for long range fishing trips boasting a cruising speed of 40-45 mph while maintaining a great ride.

They specialize in catching as many species as possible. In addition to bottom fish, they also target pelagic species such as Dolphin, Wahoo, and Blackfin tuna when possible. The bottom fish they target on the Middle Grounds are Vermillion Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, lane Snapper, Red Snapper, Gag Grouper, Scamp Grouper, Red Grouper, Amberjack, Kingfish, Cobia, and Red Porgies. With such a variety of species to target they have no trouble bringing home a box full of fish on these fantastic trips.

What is Provided:

• Bottled Water
• Ice
• Tackle, Rods & Reels
• Bait
• Fishing Licenses are provided

What Not to Bring

• GPS - Not Allowed
• NO Illegal Drugs - Please do not bring them on board!

What to Bring:

• Sunscreen
• Polarized Sun Glasses
• Drinks (other than water, if desired)
• Hat
• Non-skid shoes or sandals (no black soles)
• A Camera
• A Small Cooler - (For your fish)
• Sea-sick pills (if you need them)

Your trip also includes 2 night's accommodations (3 double occupancy rooms) at the Crystal River Resort - Best Western which is located on Kings Bay. The grounds feature a swimming pool overlooking Kings Bay, boat ramp, dive shop, plenty trailer parking and next-door restaurant and open-air bar & grill.! This trip expires one year from purchase and must be booked on mutually agreeable dates during the months of May-October.

Donated by Capt Clay Shidler and Crystal River Resort - Best Western.

Duke Energy Mariculture Center - Private Tour and Fishing

Have you ever wondered where all the redfish for STAR and CCA Florida's restocking efforts come from? Our good friends at the Mariculture Center make it all happen in beautiful Crystal River. Over the past 29 years, Eric Latimer and his team has been responsible for releasing over 4.2 million finfish and crustaceans into the gulf waters. They also grow different grasses for both fresh and saltwater habitats. The facility is truly amazing and features indoor photothermally controlled spawning rooms, outdoor quarantine/holding tanks as well as eight (1) acre grow out ponds. It's definitely a sight to see and should be on everyone's bucket list to visit.

The Mariculture Center is NOT open to the public but we have the golden ticket! If you win it, you and a friend will get a full tour and behind the scenes look at the longest tenured hatchery in the state of Florida. Eric can answer any question you may have regarding raising fish and grasses at the hatchery. You'll get to see the trout and redfish brood stock (parents), juveniles, monster pinfish and so much more. The trout and redfish brood stock are amazing to see in person. You'll get to participate in the feeding of the brood stock and the fish in the ponds. Bring a change of clothes as you may get wet. You haven't seen a feeding frenzy like this before!! We'll top the tour off by giving you and your guest the opportunity to fish the grow out ponds for some BIG and HUNGRY redfish and trout.

We keep saying this but you definitely don't want to miss out on this exclusive opportunity!! Tour must be booked on mutually agreeable dates and taken within one year of purchase. Excludes holidays and holiday weekends. All visitors must wear closed toed shoes and long pants. Tour dates are subject to potential COVID-19 restrictions.

Donated by the Duke Energy Mariculture Center.

Family, friends, and fun. This is what Heathrow & The Legacy Club is all about. Established more than 30 years ago in the Lake Mary/Heathrow area, they are the premier country club experience in Seminole County, Florida and are among the most prestigious in Central Florida. Located on the borders of Heathrow, Longwood, & Lake Mary, Florida, their members enjoy a multitude of amenities that encourage relaxation, sport, fitness, and fun.

Heathrow & The Legacy Club cater the Lake Mary Chapter Banquet and have graciously donated this foursome of golf.

These courses are members only, BUT you and 3 of your friends will have the rare opportunity to golf the Heathrow Fazio or Legacy Ron Garl Signature Courses. Descriptions for both of these courses are below.

Host of nine US Open Qualifiers, this Par 71 has been offering a spirited challenge to golfers of all skill levels for more than two decades. The stunning fairways, unspoiled lakes, and unbroken azure skies seem to stretch on forever at Heathrow Country Club. Designed by legendary architect, Ron Garl, the challenging 18-hole course has tempted an impressive collection of PGA Tour players including Chris DiMarco, Cliff Kresge, Danny Ellis, Jim Thorpe, Donnie Hammond, Lion Kim and Fulton Allem - all who are proud to call Heathrow "home".

The Legacy Club at Alaqua Lakes is a private facility that delivers a world-class golf experience marked with excellent course conditions and high-end amenities. Developed with sensitivity to the environment, The Legacy Club has earned the proud distinction of being a certified Audubon International Signature Certified Sanctuary. This Tom Fazio masterpiece regularly hosts U.S. Open Qualifiers and is often the preferred course for local PGA TOUR players.

The decade's most decorated golf course architect himself, Tom Fazio, calls The Legacy Club at Alaqua Lakes among his very best efforts. Fazio has carved around a dense forest of lush, mature trees with spectacular topography, dramatic slopes, rises and knolls that are all unique to Florida. While demanding enough to test the most accomplished player with its tee options ranging from 5,055 to 7,160 yards, the Legacy Club's 18-hole golf course will motivate and reward players of all skill levels.

Afternoon Tee Times - restrictions may apply. No Holidays. Proper Golf Attire Required. Valid through 12/31/2020.

Donated by Heathrow & The Legacy Club.