Sunshine, Smiles & a Dream Come True at the 28th Annual Fishing Tournament & Family Fun Day!
At this year’s 28th Annual Fishing Tournament and Family Fun Day, we were thrilled to announce that Mikayla, who lives with neurofibromatosis, will be setting sail on a magical Disney Cruise Line adventure — a dream come true made possible by the incredible generosity of Matt Blatt Dealerships, our amazing sponsors, dedicated fisher folks, and the ALL-VOLUNTEER Southern Ocean County Chapter.
The day was made even more special as Gracie, a past Dream recipient, and her friend Maya had the honor of presenting Mikayla with the surprise of a lifetime.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who organized, attended, donated, and gave their time to make this event such a success. Thank you to the generous support from Home Depot of Manahawkin, NJ, Freehold Honda, SeaKeeper, Inc., State Police Fraternal Association, Trevcon Construction, Italian American Social Club, and Mica Club. Your support is helping bring sunshine into the lives of children like Mikayla — and that’s the real magic.
The All-Volunteer Southern Ocean County Chapter is hosting its 28th Annual Fishing Tournament and Family Fun Day at the American Legion #493 in Little Egg Harbor Twp. Boaters will fish for fluke or bluefish in the morning, then join families for BBQ, music, and fun at the American Legion.
The Fishing Tournament is raising funds to make Mikayla’s dream come true. Mikayla, from Tuckerton, NJ, is diagnosed with neurofibromatosis Type 2 and likes to play with dolls, camp, swim, and be with family and friends. She dreams of going on a Disney Cruise, which will give her something to look forward to and take her mind off of her physical struggles.
Fish, Food, and Fun! Thank you for helping to make dreams come true!
Captain’s Meeting: Friday, July 11, 2025, 6 PM, American Legion Post #493
EVENT: Saturday, July 12, 2025
American Legion Post #493
420 Radio Rd, Little Egg Harbor Twp, NJ 08087
Join us for a day of fun and make dreams come true for some very special children.
- Prizes for largest fluke and bluefish
- Prizes for the heaviest 2 fish (2 flukes or 2 bluefish)
- Fishing hours: Sunrise to 3 PM July 12th
- Boundaries: Barnegat Inlet to Great Egg Inlet
- Weigh-in from 2 pm – 4 pm sharp
- Picnic, Prizes, and Festivities from 3 pm – 7:00 pm (Join us for just the picnic portion for $20 per person, under 12 free)
Permit # 132019