The Fifth Annual Bottom Grind Offshore Fishing Tournament is on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at the Old Fish House in Grant-Valkaria, Florida. Fishing begins at 6:00 am, with weigh-in from 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm. The Captain’s Meeting is on Friday, July 11, 2025, at 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm at the same venue. All proceeds from the auctions at the Capt’s Meeting will benefit The Kids Can Fish Foundation.
Spectators can enjoy a silent auction, live music, local seafood, family activities, and a junior angler clinic during the weigh-in, making it a fun summer highlight for the Space Coast community.
Cash prizes will be given in the following categories:
Red Snapper
- 1st place $3000
- 2nd place $2000
- 3rd place $1000
- 4th place $750
- 5th place $500
- 6th place $250
Red Grouper
- 1st place $1000
- 2nd place $500
- 3rd place $250
Yellowedge Grouper
- 1st place $1000
- 2nd place $500
- 3rd place $250
Mangrove snapper
- 1st place $1000
- 2nd place $500
- 3rd place $250
Lane snapper
- 1st place $1000
- 2nd place $500
- 3rd place $250
Mutton snapper
- 1st place $1000
- 2nd place $500
- 3rd place $250
Triggerfish
- 1st place $1000
- 2nd place $500
- 3rd place $250
Amberjack
- 1st place $1000
- 2nd place $500
- 3rd place $250
Cobia
- 1st place $1000
- 2nd place $500
- 3rd place $250
Swordfish
- 1st place only $1000
Most species
- $2500
Kingfish | 5th Year Anniversary Bonus Fish
- 1st place $1000
- 2nd place $500
- 3rd place $250
Payouts are subject to change if NOAA Fisheries closes the season for any fish listed. If that happens, we will adjust the payouts.
Auction Items
Auction items will include Treasure Coast Getaways stays at two of their premier properties, Tucker’s Treehouse & The Micco Bungalow, valued at over $1500.
Kids Can Fish Foundation
Kids Can Fish is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with the mission of teaching children the basics of fishing while prioritizing fun. For more information, visit the Kids Can Fish website.
