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The sparkling clean and freshly painted town of Hamilton is located in the middle of the island, a twenty-minute taxi ride from the airport. There are many hotels and guesthouses to choose from (ask our sponsor hotels for tournament rates) and getting around is by walking or taking taxis. If you are brave and can navigate from the left - there is also the option of a rental scooter!
An idea for a great day of sightseeing (allowing the professionals to do the driving) we recommend your catching public bus #7 from the town terminal. You'll travel in clean, air-conditioned comfort and see Bermuda's south shore (beaches, old lighthouse, beautiful homes, golf courses, etc.) before winding up at the historic Royal Navy Dockyard at the end of the island. Purchase an all day pass from the ferry terminal (on the waterfront in Hamilton - be sure to request the pass that includes both bus and ferry) and hop on and off the bus as many times as you like! The nice part is that wherever you stop, there is always another bus in thirty minutes! We recommend taking the ferry back on your return to Hamilton.
Bermuda is steeped in history and as you move about Hamilton, you'll notice that the islanders have resisted change, paying attention to historical detail, preserving their beautiful town
Located in the heart of Hamilton and nearby the hotels and shopping district, is the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club. This famous club is a nautical museum in its own right, full of coveted sailing trophies and walls that are lined with photos of famous sailors and the racing yachts of days gone past. Fortunately for the visiting sports fishermen - the club's membership has opened its doors to serve as a seasonal docking facility. There is limited dock space in in Bermuda and you are advised to make early arrangements.
And here is some very good news for the visiting fishermen! It has been announced that Capt. James Barnes (Captivator) has become the RBYC Marina Manager!
To contact the RBYC email or call: David Furtado Tel: 441-295-2214. Fax: 441-295-6361. Email David Furtado: email
There are other dockage facilities to be found: Try the following:
PW's Marina - Contact Michael Shaw at 441-777-3625 or email him: email
Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club - Contact Jenny Mello, Club Secretary at
Tel: 441-236-4411. Email: email
Dock Yard Marina - Mark Osinga at Tel:
441-234-0300
Email: email
Capt. Smokes Marina - Robert Oatley at Tel.
441-297-1940
Email: email
Bermuda Yacht Services - St. Georges - Mark Soares at www.bermudayachtservices.com
441-334-7245 Email: email
If you are planning to fish Bermuda - you must apply for a fishing permit. Contact: Albert Trott (441) 535-4614 or Derek Excell: 441-535-4611. Reporting is Necessary! Prior to your vessel's arrival to Bermuda, you must contact "Harbour Radio" on channel 16. They will notify the St. George Yacht Reporting Center (Customs) and they will instruct you on the proceedure for checking in. For advance information on the documentation needed and reporting proceedure, contact them at 441-297-1247 or 441-297-1226
  Fishermen headed to Bermuda can use a local contact and we have a great recommendation! His name is Bobby Rego and he owns Fly Bridge Tackle. Bobby is very knowledgeable about the sport and he is an authority on the Bermuda fishing scene. Bobby's Fly Bridge Tackle will help you find the best charter boat and they have most of your bait and tackle needs. What they don't have in stock - they'll order and get it to you quickly! Tel. 441-295-1845
Contact Bobby: email
 THE FAIRMONT HAMILTON PRINCESS
A favorite with our anglers! The Fairmont Hamilton Princess overlooks the picturesque harbor of Bermuda and it features all the amenities that you expect of a first class property. Just a short walk from the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club and other marinas where boats are staying, this is the host hotel of "Bermuda Open" Awards Banquet. Tel. (800) 441-1414 or 441-295-3000 and be sure to mention that you are participating in the Bermuda Triangle Series. Visit the Fairmont Hamilton Princess web site:email
  The Rosemont is a great recommendation for those who are planning to bring the family and for those who want to avoid the busy atmosphere of a large hotel. The Rosemont overlooks the Bermuda harbor and is located just a block from the Fairmont and a short walk to the RBYC and the marinas. This is a family operated poolside property that offers both simplicity and comfort. "Angler" rates are available if you mention that you are fishing the "Bermuda Triangle Series."
Visit their website:
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Contact manager at the Rosemont: Tel. (800) 367-0040 or email email
In the morning work rush you'll see Johnny Barnes at the roundabout - blessing the cars as they circle past him - and then you'll notice the drivers waving back and honking their horns in appreciation!
Johnny puts an early morning smile on your face and its no wonder the community loves him so much. The story goes that Johnny retired years back and against the wishes of his wife, Johnny took up a new job, appointing himself the morning greeter! Johnny has become a Bermuda legend and to prove it - you'll pass a full size statue that was cast in his honor!
This is great side trip for those who enjoy history and don't mind the heights. Driving the south shore road - you'll come upon an 1800's lighthouse sitting on top of a hill, one that as you can imagine, has survived the forces of many a devastating hurricane. To this day it still serves, warning passing mariners of the barrier reefs that surround the island. The climb up the stairs of the lighthouse is well worth the effort - you'll learn the history of the structure and there is a view the whole island from the top!
The charter fleet in Bermuda is one of the best there is! They have a wealth of big game fishing experience and they can boast of a great fishery to boot! There aren't too many places in the world where you can anchor or drift for yellowfins in the morning - switch to trolling the edge for wahoo - then move off into the deep for the very real possibility of seeing a monster blue marlin! These charter captains are a helpful bunch and they invite you to come fish their waters. Book early for the tournaments!
Top photo - Capt. Allen DeSilva "De Mako"
Tel. 441-505-8626 Boat
or 441-295-0835 Office
Email Or visit website: go there
Right photo - Captains Keith & Kevin Winter “Playmate” Tel. 441-292-7131.
Email Or visit website: go there
Photo below (yellow hull) - Capt. Alan Card's "Challenger" Tel. 441-234-0872 or 441-337-2109 Email or visit his website: go there
Photo below right - Capt. Peter Rans "Overproof" 441-238-5663 or 441-335-9850
Email or visit website go there
Photo Below - Capt. Cragin Curtis "Reel Addiction" Office Tel. 441-799-9927 or Boat 441-799-9928 Email or visit website go there
In addition to the charter boats listed here - there may be other boats available. If you find these boats are booked, give the listed captains a call for their recommendation of others.
 Join us in Bermuda to catch the big one! The tournament is an "open" competition and it matters not if you are competing in the "series" or if you are in the area and just want to join the fun. Fishing dates are July 6, 7, 8. You pick the line test, 50. 80, or 130 lb. and naturally there is a point spread between the line choices. We operate a "modified release" format, meaning you can boat a large fish, but it won't count for tournament "points" unless it's a potential IGFA World Record. We provide IGFA Certified Observers to verify the releases.
The "BERMUDA OPEN" is first an "Anglers Tournament" and secondly a "Boat Tournament" for the sake of operating the fun Calcutta (optional). Visit the "rules button" on this website for an explanation of our rules which are governed by our prestigious ABMT Board of Captains (BOC).
You will be fishing for Sailfish, Spearfish, White Marlin and Blue Marlin. Our
tournaments are designed for skilled anglers and here you will be fishing against some of the best anglers and crews in the industry.
Entrance Fees 2 Anglers $3800. Two rods each angler, unlimited number of teasers. There are two Calcutta’s operated, a $3000 pot and a $4000 pot (split 50/30/20 after 20% is taken out for the youth programs we support). We also have a fun $1800 "Daily" (covers all 3 days and is split 60/40 each day, less 20% to the youth programs). Exciting to many is the exciting $3000 per boat "Last Day Shoot Out" (winner takes all - less 15% to BSA). You are not obligated to enter the money pots in order to win the $5000 First Place Cash Prize and the many beautiful tackle prizes that are awarded. To win the Gold BTS Hook with ruby, your "team" must be pre-registered and pre-paid in the Bermuda Triangle Series before fishing the Bermuda leg. The registration fee for the BTS "series" is $2000 per team and two out of three legs must be fished. Team members may change daily and from tournament to tournament.
This tournament series is a fund raising event for the VI Council, Boy Scouts of America and the profits are additionally shared with a youth organization on the island of Bermuda. Checks for entry fees and the calcutta are made out to: VI Council, Boy Scouts of America. We add 4% for the use of credit cards. If you intend to fish this event you must register in advance (see "brochure" button to register on-line) as an observer must be scheduled. The majority of the observers fly in specially for this event and they must be given time to arrange for their flights.
We wish to thank the entire community of Bermuda and especially the Bermuda Tourism Office for their kind support of the Bermuda leg of the Bermuda Triangle Series.
We ask our contestants to respect the local laws of Bermuda and that you use the services of our listed sponsors. For more information on Bermuda you can go to the Dept. of Tourism website go there
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