With the conclusion of the 26th annual Reedville Fishing Derby, Smith Point Sea Rescue reflects on the importance of local sponsorship and attendance.
The support of the community makes all the work that goes into putting on a tournament of this magnitude rewarding.
Not only is it financially rewarding, but it is very satisfying to have the fishermen and the attendees come together to enjoy this community event.
We would like to thank the cosponsors: Fredericksburg Distributing Co. (Coors), Waterman's Cove in Reedville, Buzzard's Point Marina, Bobby's Marine, Potomac Supply, Bank of Lancaster, Northern Neck State Bank, EVB, Bank of Essex, Smith Point Marina, Tiffany Yachts, R.P. Waller Inc., East Coast Boat Lifts, Mary Lou Hann, James Hardy Plumbing, Lee's Restaurant, Callao Supermarket, Heathsville Pharmacy, Allison's Hardware, Kevin Bray, Shore Realty, Cralle Insurance, Stylish Eyes, Keyser Brothers, Carr's Tires, Callao Dairy Freeze, Jennings Boat Yard, Hometown Lighting, and Two Rivers Communication.
For services donated to the Bluefish Derby, we thank Northern Neck Electric, Waste Management, Minter's Golf Carts, and O'Bier Seafood. We also thank the local press and radio stations for publicity and coverage.
Russ Bertino
Northumberland
The writer is tournament director, Smith Point Sea Rescue.