The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's (FWC) Catch a Florida Memory program concluded another successful year with its Triple Threat Throwdown event. The competition awarded a Fishing Kayak Bundle to Brian Ferreira, who was selected as the winner. Ferreira received a Bonafide P127 kayak equipped with a fishing package from Mustad Fishing and a Safety Bundle from Russ Vorhis-State Farm Insurance.
Brian Ferreira joined the Catch a Florida Memory program in March 2020 and has since become one of its most accomplished participants. During Season 2, he logged 87 different achievements between March 1 and September 9, earning recognition for his exceptional fishing season.
“Catch a Florida Memory’s Triple Threat Throwdown is just one of the many ways Florida’s saltwater anglers continue to support marine fisheries conservation while creating unforgettable moments and passing on the love of fishing to future generations,” said FWC Commissioner Sonya Rood. “It was an honor to meet our 2024 winner, Brian, and thank him for participating in this exciting and innovative program.”
Jessica McCawley, Director of the FWC’s Division of Marine Fisheries Management, added: “The Triple Threat Throwdown remains an innovative and engaging initiative to further marine fisheries awareness and conservation efforts in the state of Florida. Building on the success of last year, we are thrilled by the continued participation and enthusiasm in Season 2.”
The Triple Threat Club status is available throughout the year for anglers who qualify in all three Catch a Florida Memory programs. This includes catching a Saltwater Grand Slam, a Saltwater Reel Big Fish, and submitting at least ten species from the Saltwater Life List. Members receive various prizes such as custom fishing apparel and entry into exclusive raffles like the upcoming Triple Threat Throwdown 2025.
Catch a Florida Memory encourages anglers to target diverse species without needing to harvest their catch for eligibility. Participants are also urged to practice proper fish handling techniques.
For more information or to participate in Catch a Florida Memory, visit CatchaFloridaMemory.com or follow their social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, X, and Fishbrain under @MyFWC.
Questions about the program can be directed to AnglerRecognition@MyFWC.com. Purchases related to fishing equipment contribute to aquatic education efforts supported by MyFWC.com/SFR.