2009 March Merkin Results
The 4th annual March Merkin Permit Tournament concluded today after three days of fishing by 25 anglers and guides who ranged from the Marquesas to Marathon in good weather conditions and lots of comraderie as monies were raised for the Don Hawley Foundation and Bonefish Tarpon Trust.
Grand Champion-Mike Allen
Guide to Grand Champion-Will Benson
1st Runner-Up-Jim Bouma
Guide to 1st Runner-Up-Greg Poland
2nd Runner-Up-Rob Luehrs
Guide to 2nd Runner-Up-Kris Suplee
Largest Permit-Mike Allen
Guide to Largest Permit-Will Benson
There were 14 Permit caught including the 2 that didn’t score points. The quote of the tournament belongs to guide Chris McCreedy who said “Nothing can ruin a good day of Permit fishing like the Permit”. Next year’s event will be the second week of March in Key West. If you are interested in getting on the waiting list for a spot please contact Jon Ain at jonathanain@aol.com