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Monster Shark Tournament Becomes Blue Water Classic

A group opposed to the Oak Bluffs Monster Shark. Goergia “ A group opposed to the Oak Bluffs Monster Shark Tournament has succeeded in getting enough signatures on a petition to put a referendum question before voters on the spring election. Monster Shark Becomes Big Game Fish Tournament The days of shark weighing in Oak Bluffs will come to an end following a vote by the town selectmen this week to grant a harbor permit for a tournament that targets other big game fish. The Monster Shark Tournament is a proud supporter of Fishing Partnership Support Services and will be donating a portion of the proceeds from our 2019 event to Fishing Partnership – New Bedford. Find out more about the multitude of services available at through Fishing Partnership Support Services at, http://fishingpartnership.org/. 2008 Annual Monster Shark Tournament: Welcome to the 22nd Annual Oak Bluffs Monster Shark Tournament! The preeminent sportfishing event of the 2008 Summer Tournament series promises to be another complete sell out. As always, expect world-class sportfishing, fine dining and excitement for all. The top five finishers will be awarded with a variety of highly valuable prizes and awards.

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The 25th Annual Oak Bluffs Monster Shark Tournament on the harbor in Oak Bluffs is the preeminent sportfishing event of the 2011 Summer Tournament series. As always, expect world-class sportfishing, fine dining and excitement for all. The top five finishers will be awarded with a variety of highly valuable prizes and awards.

The long poles and the antennae of deep-sea fishing boats lined the harbor in Oak Bluffs on Thursday as fishermen from on and off-Island prepared for the first annual Oak Bluffs Blue Water Classic fishing tournament.

Monster Shark Becomes Big Game Fish Tournament

The days of shark weighing in Oak Bluffs will come to an end following a vote by the town selectmen this week to grant a harbor permit for a tournament that targets other big game fish.

Monster Shark Tournament 2019

The new tournament, led by Cape Cod residents Damon Sacco and Christian Giardini, will be held in the town marina July 24 to 26.

Selectmen to Decide Future of Shark Tournament Tonight

Two proposals will be aired from organizers who want to host big game fishing tournaments out of the town marina. One way or another, chairman Walter Vail said he will push for a vote

Future of Oak Bluffs Shark Tournament Uncertain

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In the weeks since the death of organizer Steven James in a duck hunting accident, Islanders have speculated about the future of the tournament, which brought crowds and controversy to the town for 27 years. Now two have applied to take over the contest.

Police Have Hands Full for Shark Tourney

The third weekend in July was again a busy time for the Oak Bluffs police department, which reported a busier-than-normal weekend in light of the shark tournament and festival. But while last year police said they felt overwhelmed, this year the department reported that an increased police presence may have deterred more serious incidents.

The department reported that between Thursday, July 18 and Sunday, July 21, police responded to 175 incidents, making 25 arrests and placing four people into protective custody.

Shark Tournament Is Opportunity To Study Poorly Understood Predators

While each of the spectators made it home in one piece after the annual Monster Shark Tournament had officially ended, the same isn’t true for the 12 sharks weighed in over the two days. Each fish was cut up and pieces transported to different places. Muscle was brought home to serve — shark steak for dinner. Teeth found homes in the keepsake boxes of little boys. Photographs were uploaded to Facebook and Instagram.

Magellan Out of Harwich Takes Home Top Prize in Shark Contest

Call it beginner’s luck, offshore fishing skill or maybe a combination of both.

But the crew of Magellan out of Harwich and captained by Jason Pillsbury took home the $20,000 prize in the Oak Bluffs Monster Shark Tournament Saturday.

Magellan landed a 429-porbeagle shark on Friday and another 313-pound porbeagle on Saturday and won the tournament with 742 points.

Big Game Fishermen, Big Crowd of Spectators Gather for Shark Tournament

A 429-pound porbeagle shark was the winning catch on the first day of the Monster Shark Tournament Friday.

Dan Lundy landed the shark aboard Magellan out of Harwich, captained by Jason Pillsbury. It was their first time to fish the tournament, which is sponsored by the Boston Big Game Fishing Club and carries a $20,000 prize for the boat that wins the most points.

Big Crowds, Police Presence Expected for Shark Tournament

The 27th Oak Bluffs Monster Shark Tournament is set for this weekend, and will likely be the last tournament of its size to be held in town following years of debate and controversy.

Sponsored by the Boston Big Game Fishing Club, the tournament begins Friday and continues Saturday. The tournament’s home base is the Oak Bluffs marina.

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Shark Release Ballot Question Passes

Oak Bluffs voted in favor of catch-and-release shark tournaments, West Tisbury approved a new police station and Edgartown approved two spending projects during annual town elections last week. Voter turnout was sparse, between nine and 13 per cent, and few races were contested. Oak Bluffs voters approved a nonbinding referendum that would make shark tournaments in town catch and release only by a margin of 225 to 186.Monster Shark Tournament

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The annual Oak Bluffs Monster Shark Tournament, which offers prizes for the largest shark caught, is held at the Oak Bluffs harbor every summer.

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Monster Shark Tournament Martha's Vineyard

Ever want to participate in a monster shark tournament but didn't know how to go about it? Contact Big Fish Charters and ask us how we can help you participate in the annual Oaks Bluff Tournament out of Martha's Vineyard.

Monster Shark Tournament

Or maybe you've heard of the monster tournament, but weren't quite sure what it was. To be clear, it is what it sounds like. It is an exciting competition, usually lasting a couple of days, to see who can catch the largest sharks in the area. Thresher, Porbeagle and Mako are all fair game in the tournament (have alook at what you might find with these shark photos). And to keep the 'monster' label accurate, there are healthy minimum weight limits in order to have a shark qualify.

North Atlantic Monster Shark Tournament 2019

If this is an opportunity that peaks your interest, give Big Fish Charters a call and see if there are spots in our fleet for any upcoming monster shark tournaments. Also be sure to check out our daily shark fishing charters to enjoy the chase in a more relaxing environment.