Cast, Catch And Learn - South Florida Offshore Fishing University For Women

The weekend begins Friday evening with an informal networking meet-and-greet (location to be announced). Saturday's classroom and skill sessions will be held at the Marine Industries Association of South Florida, 221 Southwest 3rd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312 - a sponsor committed to expanding participation in fishing and boating.

Beginning at 9:00 a.m., attendees will learn Fishing Basics with Capt. Lee Lavery, Offshore Fishing with Capt. Jeanne Towne and Conservation with Founder Betty Bauman. Afternoon hands-on practice includes knot tying, dehooking, proper releasing techniques, bait rigging, spin casting, cast netting and more, concluding at 4:30 p.m.

On Sunday, participants may register for an optional half-day offshore charter targeting sailfish, mahi, tuna, wahoo, mackerel, snapper and more, followed by a fillet demonstration.

Registration starts at a new low price of $69 and includes $25 worth of gifts. Optional half-day offshore charter fishing is $210. Teens are welcome to attend with mothers. More than 10,000 women have graduated from the program nationwide.

“Our mission is to make fishing welcoming, educational and accessible to women,” said Founder Betty Bauman. “When women gain skills and confidence in a supportive environment, they’re far more likely to get out on the water and keep fishing.”

The LLGF series is supported by major partners including Mercury, Magic Tilt trailers, Power-Pole, Penn, Lowrance and Fish Florida. Largest Annual Sponsors are ICOM, CCA Florida STAR, Bob’s Machine Shop, AFTCO, Smith Optics, Frogg Toggs, Hubbards Marina, Star Brite, Egret Baits, Flambeau Outdoors, Danco, Preferred Marine Sales Group and Big Rock Sports Conservation Foundation. Top donors are Yeti, Fishing Headquarters, Engel, Egret Baits/Vudu, Flying Fisherman, Pelagic Gear, Flanigans, Guy Harvey, TTI Blakemore, Danco, Flambeau, Guy Harvey and Guy Harvey Outpost Resorts. The local sponsor is the Marine Industries Association of South Florida. Supporters and other contributors are listed on the website.

Advance registration is suggested at: www.ladiesletsgofishing.com.

Upcoming 2026 LLGF Events, with on-water fishing:

• Saturday, March 21st, 2026 – Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 South Gulf Coast Saltwater Weekend, Fort Myers, Florida

• Friday, April 17th, 2026 – Sunday, April 19th, 2026 South Florida Offshore Seminar & Fishing, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

• Saturday, April 25th, 2026 Naples, Florida Offshore Fishing

• Friday, May 15th, 2026 – Sunday, May 17th, 2026 Screamin’ Reels Learning on the Water, Tavernier, Florida Keys

• Wednesday, June 17th, 2026 – Monday, June 22nd Isla Mujeres, Mexico Fishing

• Saturday, September 12th, 2026 Freshwater Bass Seminar & Fishing, Dania Beach, Florida

• Friday, October 16th, 2026 – Sunday, October 18th, 2026 Keys Saltwater Weekend Seminar & Fishing, Islamorada, Florida Keys

• Saturday, November 21st, 2026 – Sunday, November 22nd, 2026 St. Augustine Surf Fishing Academy

Contact: (954) 475-9068 | info@ladiesletsgofishing.com

Website: www.ladiesletsgofishing.com

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About “Ladies, Let's Go Fishing!"

The Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing Foundation (LLGF) is a NonProfit 501(c)(3) Organization dedicated to introducing women and families to fishing while promoting conservation and responsible angling. Dubbed the “No-Yelling School of Fishing,” LLGF offers hands-on training, immersive seminars, and fishing trips across Florida and internationally. Founded in 1997 by Betty Bauman, the organization has educated over 10,000 graduates and gained national recognition in outlets such as NBC Nightly News, CBS, USA Today, Inside Edition and The Wall Street Journal.