Daytona Beach Fishing Rodeo offers local anglers a month of competition

Anglers can compete for prizes while fishing with local charter captains during the inaugural Daytona Beach Fishing Rodeo, running Nov. 1-30.The monthlong tournament will recognize the longest verified redfish, snook and sheepshead in Adult and Junior divisions. There is no additional entry fee, but anglers must book a trip at a participating charter captain’s standard rate.The Daytona Beach Area Convention Visitors Bureau announced the event on Thursday to highlight local fishing opportunities and boost business for charter captains during a traditionally slower season.How to competeBook directly with a participating charter captain. During the trip, the captain will measure and photograph eligible catches, then submit the entries online.All catches must comply with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission regulations and tournament rules.What anglers can winThe longest verified catch in each species category will earn:Adult Division: A Daytona Beach fishing getaway, includ