IGFA AUCTION ITEMS

1. -58th ANNUAL CLUB NAUTICO DE SAN JUAN BILLFISH TOURNAMENT TEAM ENTRY! A team of three anglers will fish the 58th Club Nautico de San Juan International Billfish Tournament. This event is teeming with fish, fun and unparalleled hospitality! The registration package includes all social events and four days fishing on different tournament boats per the tournament's rotation rules. These are some of the most productive billfish waters in the world! Years past have seen more than 100 marlin released in just four days! The parties, fun and hospitality alone are unequaled. This tournament is in August 2011. Dates will be announced. This is a qualifying tournament for the 2012 IGFA Offshore World Championship held in Cabo San Lucas. Donated by IGFA Trustee Ralph "Agie" Vicente. www.sanjuaninternational.com
2. -MURRAY FIGHTING CHAIR - This is Murray Products "ultimate" fighting chair. Cast solid stainless steel parts and thru-bolt seat construction, polished stainless steel hardware. Five position fighting gimbal fits all rod butt lengths as well as the triple strength gusseted "flip-up" gimbal to quickly switch from straight butts to curve butts. The rounded front edge is easy on the legs during a lengthy fight. Murray Products' exclusive fishing system keeps your chair looking like new for years to come. Donated by Murray Products, courtesy of Mike, Frank and Paulette Murray. www.murrayproducts.com
3. -STEPHEN WEBSTER LARIAT NECKLACE FROM THE "BORNEO COLLECTION" - This exquisite piece is an 18kt white gold necklace, set with graduated white diamonds and tsavorites on blackened gold with a solid chrysoprase. Your special lady will love this one!  Webster designs for the stars, including Christina Aguilar.  He designed the bottle stopper for the Champagne Perrier Jouet line and works closely with Swarovski and Dali Diamonds.  His works are one-of-a-kind true artistic creations.  Donated by Saks Fifth Avenue and Stephen Webster.
4. -“BLUE MARLIN AND TUNA” - A GUY HARVEY ORIGINAL!  This is an original by world-renowned marine artist and IGFA Trustee Dr. Guy Harvey.  Guy’s pieces are collector’s items and you will see his art displayed all over the world.  A must-have for the connoisseur!  Donated by Guy Harvey, Inc.
5. -VISIT THE FAMOUS TROPIC STAR LODGE IN PANAMA!  Tropic Star Lodge in Pinas Bay, Panama - the world-renown lodge is famous for its world-class fishing for black, blue and striped marlin, plus sails, tuna and a dozen other species.  This trip for two includes four nights lodging, three full days of fishing on one of their famous 31' Bertrams, all meals and non-alcoholic beverages while at the lodge and round-trip transfer (charter flight and ground) between the lodge and Panama City.  There have been more than 250 IGFA records recorded from Piñas Bay.  This isa trip of a lifetime and must be used by the close of the season in September, 2011.  Donated by Pinas Bay Resorts and Tropic Star Lodge, courtesy of Mike and Terri Andrews.
6. - "BLACKFIN" BY COSTA - You might have gallons of brine in your face and 600 pounds on your hook, but these glasses still won't slip. The Hydrolite®co-injected lining takes care of that, and the flexible frame means serious comfort. Blackfin pushes the edge in sunglass performance--so you can push it everywhere else.  Donated by Costa.  http://www.costadelmar.com
7. - "FRIGATE" BY COSTA - Smart anglers follow them to find the fish. They're Frigates, and more than anything, they're serious equipment for your biggest excursions, offering maximum protection from wind, dust and glare. And they always show you the way.  Donated by Costa.  http://www.costadelmar.com
8. - "HAMMERHEAD" BY COSTA - If you have the nerve, you can swim with them. (The sharks, that is.) If you just want spectacular style and max coverage, wear these. Built around stainless steel spring hinges, these full-wrap frames come in any number of toothy colors. Go ahead, jump in.  Donated by Costa.  http://www.costadelmar.com
9. - "RIOMAR" BY COSTA - Style counts when you're at Riomar, and these glasses can't hurt. The square full-wrap design and electric colors give them a serious edge, while the sturdy design and hinges hold up under condition. So you can surf the legend and look good doing it.  Donated by Costa.  http://www.costadelmar.com
10. - CIRCLE HOOK PENDANT BY DAVID WIRTH - This is the newest of the circle hook pendants created by renowned sculptor, David Wirth.  The piece "Black Thunder" was made in the old "Hawaiian Style". Donated by David Wirth, Sculptor,  www.davidwirth.com
11. - BOONE BIG GAME FISHING LURES - This is the deluxe version of the Boone Lure kit.  Perfect for your deep offshore fishing.  This is an assortment of one dozen of the finest lures in the Boone line.  Donated by Boone Tackle Products, Inc., courtesy of Peter Foley. www.boonebait.com
12. - "SWORD DANCE"  BY KENT ULLBERG - This limited edition bronze swordfish sculpture is a smaller version of the monumental sculpture welcoming you to the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum.  Standing 14 1/2" x 8" x 5 ½", this magnificent sculpture is a collector's item.  Donated by Ullberg Studios, courtesy of Kent Ullberg.  www.kentullberg.net
13. - IGFA HISTORY PACKAGE!  This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of IGFA history!  This package begins with a telegram from Captain Tommy Gifford to the Miami Herald dated August 7, 1936, describing the historical catch by IGFA Founder, Michael Lerner, of the first swordfish caught in Atlantic waters on a rod and reel.  The second piece of this package is a signed copy of the great Alfred Glassell's world record black marlin record with a photo of Glassell with his record.  This record 1560 lb marlin is still the record today. The first Vice-President of IGFA was the famous author and angler, Ernest Hemingway.  We have included two photos of Hemingway in this package.  One is with Lerner.  Finally, there is a copy of the highly-praised "Big-Game Fishing Headquarters: A History of IGFA" by Mike Rivkin.  This novel is an in-depthresearch vehicle that covers IGFA through itsinception, the WWII years and up to the present.&nbp; This is a must-have package for any angler interested in the beginnings and the future of fishing. 
14. - "JUMPING SAILFISH"  BY KING SAILFISH MOUNTS - One of his newest pieces, this 22" leaping sailfish sits atop a wooden base as it jumps from the water with magnificent grace and beauty.  Ray's sails are everyone's favorites. Donated by King Sailfish Mounts, courtesy of Ray Douglas. www.kingsailfish.com
15. - "PELE'S FIRE" BY DAVID WIRTH - From David's "On Fire" collection, "Pele's Fire" is a unique circle hook in the Hawaiian style textured in fiery bronze.  This piece is a very limited edition 10/40, is 14" tall on a base made of Florida Keys fossil.  This is a magnificent piece for your home, office, boat or as a gift.  Donated by David Wirth.
16. - GETAWAY TO THE BAHAMAS AT TOMATO PASTE!  Enjoy the magic of the Bahamas with this fantastic vacation package.  Four days and three nights at Tomato Paste, a one-acre property consisting of two cottages in Abaco.  Bonefish right outside your front door!  The diving is awesome!  The waters are cystal clear and the weather is warm and inviting.  A great getaway!  Donated by Phil and Kent LeBoutillier.
17. - ANOTHER SET OF BOONE LURES!  An assortment of Boone Lures perfect for offshore fishing.  Donated by Boone Tackle Company, courtesy of Peter Foley.
18. - A DAY OF FISHING WITH PICANTE!  This is a day of fishing for up to six people with Picante Sportfishing fleet.  Picante Bluewater Sportfishing is the premiere sportfishing company in Cabo San Lucas and boasts the finest charter fleet of CABO Yachts in the world! Our main office is located at the head of the docks right in the Cabo Marina District and only a few feet from the whole Picante fleet of boats that take you to the fishing grounds.   A great trip!  Valid through May 2011 (excluding October). Donated by Picante Bluewater Sportfishing,
19. - CALSTAR ROD WITH ACCURATE REEL COMBO - This great combo includes a Calstar "State of the Art" GFGR-700-L-5 15/30 lb Grafighter rod with an Accurate SR-30 Twinspin Platinum TwinDrag Reel. 6:1 ratio.  Donated by Minerva's Baja Tackle.
20. - WEIGHING IS NO PROBLEM WITH THE SCALEMASTER II – This is a fully certified, electronic, two-scales-in-one with dual capacity recording capabilities – 2000 lb x 1 lb and 200 lb x .1 lb (also weighs in kilograms).  Total accuracy assured by scale averaging weight several times per second and then indicating weight.  Scale also comes with a waterproof carrying case, rechargeable batteries and charger.  This scale is accurate to 1/10 of 1%.  Donated by IWS Scales, courtesy of Giesela Muccillo. 
21. - BRONZE MARLIN SCULPTURE BY BODO MUCHE!  This is a 22" bronze marlin sculpture accented with magnificent Australian Opal created by renowned Australian sculptor, Bodo Muche.  Bodo's sculptures are used in tournaments around the world as trophies and are also highly-coveted by the marine art collector.  Donated by Bodo Muche.  www.bodostudio.com
22. - FIN-NOR COMBO! 
23. - – ANOTHER FIN-NOR COMBO
24. -  EIGHT-DAY CARPENTARIA AUSTRALIAN FISHING HOLIDAY!  Your fishing holiday of a lifetime starts from Cairns, where you’ll fly to Bamaga to be met and transferred to the luxury mothership, Tropic Paradise, for an eight-day/seven-night fishing safari led by experienced Captain Greg Bethune.  Enjoy a cool, comfortable bunk, hot showers, gourmet cuisine and fine Australian table wines in calm river mouth anchorages.  Experience the pristine wilderness of Cape York’s remote river systems, reefs and coastal flats from the comfort of the Tropic Paradise and her fleet of custom sport fishing skiffs.  Valid through April 2011.  Airfare is not included.  Donated by Carpentaria Seafaris, courtesy of IGFA Captain Greg Bethune.
25. - – “PANAMA PARADISE – A TRIBUTE TO TROPIC STAR LODGE” - Guy Harvey tells the story of the lodge - its history, staff, culture, clients and the fish they chase. Guy provides great insight into each of the region’s majestic creatures that attract fishermen from all over the world. His observations helped him create the striking portraits that accompany these pages and enhance appreciation for the fascination creatures that thrive below the surface.  Guy Harvey says, ”For me, Tropic Star Lodge represents the ultimate fishing destination, my idyllic corner of the planet, and I am excited just at the thought of returning.”  This copy is signed by Guy Harvey and is sure to be one of your favorites.  Donated by IGFA Trustee Dr. Guy Harvey.
26. - MOMOI HI-CATCH 30# DIAMOND LINE - Two 3000 yard spools!  Donated by Momoi, courtesy of Ron Morgan.
27. - MOMOI HI-CATCH 40# DIAMOND LINE - Two spools of 3000 yards each!  Donated by Momoi/Hi-Liner, courtesy of Ron Morgan.
28. - BOONE LURE BAG  - An assortment of Boone Lures perfect for offshore fishing.  Donated by Boone Tackle Company, courtesy of Peter Foley.
29. - FISHING WITH MINERVA'S - This is a day of fishing with Minerva's for up to six persons with everything included except the customary tip for the crew.  Minerva's Sport fishers are equipped with only Top-Notch, local wise skippers and crews.  Outfitted with quality Shimano and Penn reels, IGFA tournament-class rods, fighting chairs, terminal tackle and an incredible selection of top-quality, Cabo-specific and successful lures and teasers. Their goal is to provide you with the competitive fishing edge that's sure to make your fishing trip an unforgettable experience.  Donated by Minerva and Bob Smith of Minerva's Baja Tackle.