Legends of the Billfishing History in Puerto Rico

Reliving Thrills, Celebrating Victories, and Honoring Tradition

Schedule of Events for Gents

Tuesday, August 13

  • 5:00PM - 10:00PM Registration & Sponsors Cocktail

Wednesday, August 14

  • 12:00 PM Captains & Mates Lunch
  • 12:30PM - 1:30PM Captains & Mates Meeting
  • 12:00PM - 3:30PM Late Intl. Anglers Registration
  • 3:00 PM IGFTO’s Meeting
  • 4:30 PM Anglers’ Meeting
  • 6:00 PM Flag Ceremony & Cocktails

Thursday, August 15 1st Fishing Day

  • 6:00 AM Breakfast at the Club
  • 7:00 AM Anglers ready at Dock
  • 7:15 AM Boats may depart
  • 7:45 AM San Juan - El Morro Shoot-Out
  • 8:00 AM Fishing Begins
  • 5:00 PM Fishing Ends
  • 5:30PM - 7:30PM Dock Party

Friday, August 16 2nd Fishing Day

  • 6:00 AM Breakfast at the Club
  • 7:00 AM Anglers ready at Dock
  • 7:30 AM Fishing Begins
  • 5:00 PM Fishing Ends
  • 7:00PM - 11:00PM Tropical Night Party

Saturday, August 17 3rd Fishing Day

  • 6:00 AM Breakfast at the Club
  • 7:00 AM Anglers ready at Dock
  • 7:30 AM Fishing Begins
  • 4:30 PM Fishing Ends
  • 7:00PM - 11:00PM Awards Ceremony & Banquet

Schedule of Events for Ladies

Tuesday, August 13

  • 5:00PM - 10:00PM Registration & Sponsors Cocktail Pick up your “Goodies Bag” at CNSJ Tent Pavillion

Wednesday, August 14

  • 5:00 PM “Getting To Know You” Cocktail Party at Club Náutico’s Salón Rojo to know you and mingle while enjoying bubbles & appetizers.
  • 6:00 PM Flag Ceremony The traditional Flag Ceremony marks the beginning of a wonderful week of fishing and friendship. (CNSJ Ballroom) (Ladies - Cocktail Attire, Men - Jacket required)

Thursday, August 15 1st Fishing Day

  • 6:00 AM Breakfast at the Club
  • 6:30 AM Leave for El Morro Fort to witness our famous Shoot-out! (Bimini Start) - one of the most photographed events in fishing
  • 8:00 AM (Bimini Start) - one of the most photographed events in fishing Chocolate, Art & Wine - Tour of chocolate plantation Hacienda Chocolat. After the tour you’ll enjoy creating your own work of art while eating, sipping wine, and tasting their exclusive single- estate chocolates creations. (Comfy and fresh attire, walking shoes. NO open shoes, sleeves tank tops and/or spaguetti straps, shorts or bermudas for security reasons)
  • 4:00 PM Back in San Juan
  • 5:30 PM Cocktails at the docks

Friday, August 16 2nd Fishing Day

  • 11:00 AM “Style & Glamour á Paris” Let’s go to Paris and experience a unique Parisian Bistro lunch and Macy’s beauty experience to get ready for the IBT70 anniversary feast.
  • 1:00 PM Lunch - Macy’s beauty treats
  • 7:00 PM IBT 71 Platinum Anniversary Party Celebrate with us the long-standing tradition of fishing and friendship of our International! Prepare yourself to dance the night away!! (CNSJ Pavillion Tent) 7:00 – 11:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 17 3rd Fishing Day

  • 7:00 PM IBT 71 Awards Ceremony & Banquet Put on your best attire to celebrate a memorable anniversary edition, great fishing and wonderful friends! (Women – cocktail dress; Men jacket and tie required.) 7:00 – 11:00 p.m.

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