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<title>Marathon Events Calendar</title>
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<description>The Official Florida Keys and Key West Web Site is your Premier Travel Guide to the Florida Keys: Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, Lower Keys, Key West.  Accommodations, Real Estate, Diving &amp; Snorkeling, Fishing &amp; Boating, Museums &amp; Tours, Restaurants &amp; Bars, Theaters &amp; Art Galleries, Events and more.  Brought to you by the Monroe County Tourist Development Council.</description>
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<copyright>Copyright 2010, Monroe County Tourist Development Council</copyright>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 10 04:15:00 EST</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[9/13/2010 - 9/19/2010 First Annual Conchtoberfest]]></title>
	
	<link>http://experience.hawkscay.com/conchtoberfest</link>
	
	<description><![CDATA[An inaugural middle Keys event that is expected to be chock full of food, beverage, vendors, music and entertainment for the entire family. Local venues to be scheduled throughout Marathon, and weekend events at Hawks Cay Resort; all events open to the public. ]]></description>
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	<title><![CDATA[9/16/2010 - 9/19/2010 Marathon International Bonefish Tournament]]></title>
	
	<link>http://www.fla-keys.com/fishing/news/news.cfm?sid=1551</link>
	
	<description><![CDATA[Believed to be the longest running tournament in the Keys, this challenge awards more than 20 trophies and prizes to participants, including  individual and team champions scoring the largest bonefish and permit, the top anglers in fly and grand slam divisions (for the top spin or fly angler who releases the largest bonefish, permit and tarpon “slam”), as well as the cheeky wet-pants champion titles for anglers wading from shore. ]]></description>
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	<title><![CDATA[9/24/2010 - 9/25/2010 ConchLife Scramble On-the-Water Golf Tournament]]></title>
	
	<link>http://www.conchlifescramble.com</link>
	
	<description><![CDATA[Keys boating visitors can help ‘feed the fish while feeding Middle Keys charities’ during this wild and wacky on-the-water golf tournament. Proceeds benefit local Keys charities. Get a 4-person team together and enjoy a game of nine holes by boat! ]]></description>
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	<title><![CDATA[9/25/2010 Florida Keys Swordfest & Deep Drop Tournament]]></title>
	
	<link>http://www.bigtimetournaments.com/</link>
	
	<description><![CDATA[A newcomer, this daytime-only boat tournament highlights fishing for swordfish and making a few drops for snowy grouper and tilefish. Anglers gather and see fish normally not seen on daily catches - as well as compete for a $2500 first place prize. Proceeds help local scholarship funds.]]></description>
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	<title><![CDATA[10/8/2010 - 10/9/2010 Marathon Inshore Flats Tournament - Bonefish Series]]></title>
	
	<link>http://www.bigtimetackle.com</link>
	
	<description><![CDATA[This "flats series" tournament consists of three parts during the best times of year to fish each species: permit (March 12-13), tarpon (May 28-29) and bonefish (Oct. 8-9). Each part pays out $3k for the two-angler team with the most combined points, second and third place. In addition to cash prizes the tournament raises money for local scholarships. Limited entry of 35 boats, first come first served. ]]></description>
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	<title><![CDATA[10/16/2010 Lionfish Derby for Divers]]></title>
	
	<link>http://www.reef.org/lionfish/derbies</link>
	
	<description><![CDATA[Teams of up to four divers can help capture and remove non-native lionfish from Keys waters in this unique spin on a fishing tournament. Derby divers who successfully remove lionfish from sanctuary waters are to be eligible for up to $10,000 in cash and prizes - more than $3,000 per derby. Headquarters, measuring and scoring to be held at Key Fisheries Restaurant & Marina. Visit website for registration details.]]></description>
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	<title><![CDATA[10/29/2010 Haunted Hammock at Crane Point]]></title>
	
	<link>http://www.cranepoint.net/</link>
	
	<description><![CDATA[The spirits of the Haunted Hammock will be causing mischief and mayhem at Crane Point from 6 – 9 p.m. Contact Crane Point for details. Located at mile marker 50.5, bayside.]]></description>
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	<title><![CDATA[11/11/2010 Crane Point Hammock Welcomes Veterans]]></title>
	
	<link>http://www.cranepoint.net/</link>
	
	<description><![CDATA[Enjoy FREE admission for all veterans and active service military. Open from 9 .m. to 5 p.m., explore the Museum, Wild Bird Center, walk the nature trails and visit the gift shop for a day steeped in Marathon's history. Located at mile marker 50.5, bayside.]]></description>
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	<title><![CDATA[11/13/2010 Aviation Day Open House at Marathon Airport]]></title>
	
	<link>http://www.eaamarathon.com</link>
	
	<description><![CDATA[Refurbished historic "warbirds" and home-built airplanes are to be displayed at the airport located at mile marker 51. Free plane rides for kids ages 8-17 with appropriate permission. This food and fun-filled event is sponsored by the local chapter of the Experimental Aircraft Association. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.]]></description>
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	<title><![CDATA[11/27/2010 Kids Expo at Crane Point Hammock ]]></title>
	
	<link>http://www.cranepoint.net/</link>
	
	<description><![CDATA[It's birds, bees, flowers, trees and trail mix at Crane Point. Visit the Museum, walk the nature trails, explore the Wild Bird Center and browse the souvenirs in the gift shop. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., located at mile marker 50.5 bayside, the event is a perfect family fun day.]]></description>
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