RI Lions Fishing Tourney

On July 13, 2025, the RI Lions Sight Foundation (RILSF) will be hosting our 18th Annual VIP Fishing Tournament for Visually Impaired Persons (VIPs) of Rhode Island.

The Tournament is organized by the RILSF and is supported by the RI Lions Clubs and individual donors. The event includes breakfast beverages and pastries, a morning of Fluke Fishing on a Frances Fleet party boat (includes equipment and bait), followed by a Lunch and Awards Presentation at a local restaurant. The tourney is free of charge to all VIPs and their Guides, but donations are always appreciated.

The Requirements for Participating are:

Legally Blind
At least 17 years old
Physically able to fish from a party boat.
Guidelines are:

To maintain a level playing field for all VIPs, you must use the Rods and Bait provided and no switching of poles between VIP & Guide is allowed.
(If you are not competing, you are welcome to use your own gear.)

We will be providing light Breakfast beverages and food during Registration, but you can bring your own food and drink if preferred.
Meal selection for the Awards Luncheon will be made at Registration.
If you can participate without a full-time guide, it will be helpful in allowing more VIPs to participate. You will still have the assistance of the Crew and other Guides as needed.
We also suggest that you bring a small cooler to safely keep the great fish you catch for your enjoyment at home. Ice is available.
Assistance with transportation will be provided as needed.