This is the #1 signed and remarqued print by this year's featured artist, Guy Harvey. Titled "Blue Sky", this piece depicts the grander blue marlin crashing onto a mixture of skipjack and blackfin tuna. Guy witnessed this scene is Venezuela and created this piece especially for the "Silver Anniversary" of the IGFA Auction & Banquet.

Donated by IGFA Trustee Dr. Guy Harvey.

www.guyharveyinc.com

This is Murray Products “ultimate” fighting chair. Cast solid stainless steel parts and thru-bolt seat construction, polished stainless steel hardware. Five position fighting gimbal fits all rod butt lengths as well as the triple strength gusseted “flip-up” gimbal to quickly switch from straight butts to curve butts. The rounded front edge is easy on the legs during a lengthy fight. Murray Products’ exclusive fishing system keeps your chair looking like new for years to come.

Donated by Murray Products, courtesy of Paulette Murray.

www.murrayproducts.com

This exciting package is a fishing vacation for four (4) in the luxurious home belonging to IGFA Trustee Emeritus, Don Tyson. The trip includes five (5) days accommodations in Don's two-bedroom home with five (5) days of fishing aboard the 48' Hatteras, Release Me, and use of a car during your stay. Valid through January 2010, based upon availability.

Donated by Tyson Foods, Inc., courtesy of Don Tyson.

www.tysonfoods.com

This is a three-night/two-day stay for two (2) persons for a bass fishing/quail hunting trip on the legendary Lake Guerrero. Hacienda Las Palmas is one of the top sporting lodges anywhere in the world and the hilltop location provides panoramic views of Lake Guerrero and the surrounding mountains. This combination is for two fishing outings and two quail outings. Hacienda Las Palmas has a well-stocked wine cellar and bar, satellite television, fabulous food, pool, Jacuzzi and of course outstanding angling. Trip includes round-trip ground transportation from Harlingen , Texas to the lodge, accommodations, meals, full open bar, fishing license, boat, guide and Mexican Tourist Visa. Does not include staff and guide tips, rods, reels, or tackle. Valid from February 1, 2009 though May 31, 2010, however quail season is November - mid-February.

Donated by Sports Resorts Int’l Inc., courtesy of Debbie Freeman.

www.sportsresorts.com

This marlin is an original piece sculpted by renowned wood sculptor, David Wirth. The Englemann Oak that makes this piece is a black oak from a 500 year old tree that came from one of only five groves in the world, thus making this piece extremely rare. The 39" high x 17" wide piece sits atop a black marble base and was the model for Wirth's popular "Fire Walker" bronze. A must-have for the collector.

Donated by IGFA Representative David Wirth.

www.davidwirth.com

This exotic fishing holiday for two people includes three days and two nights of comfortable, modern accommodations on the beautiful tropical island of Chub Cay, Bahamas at IGFA Trustee Jack Willits' home. Included in the package are two days of fishing with famous guide, Joe Louis in Jack's personal bonefish skiff. This area is lightly fished and noted for its spectacular flats. You're sure to have a great time! Valid through January 2010.

Donated by IGFA Trustee Jack Willits.

This is a three-day/two-night deluxe guided fishing package for two persons. Package includes accommodations, food, beverages, guide, fishing gear, licenses, and transportation to and from airport. Airfare is not included. What separates Silver King Lodge from the others is their unique lodge set-up featuring total privacy, and a magnificent view of Georgia Strait on one side and the Campbell River Estuary on the other. Another feature unique to Silver King Lodge is their flexibility to fish clients in Campbell River and surrounding areas, as well as Knight Inlet, the west coast, Nootka Sound and the Gold River . Their experienced local guides will make your trip one to remember as you fish aboard one of their 24' Sea Ray Laguna Cabin Cruisers and enjoy fresh-caught fish cooked on board. Whether you enjoy halibut, lingcod or salmon fishing, let Silver King Lodge make your next visit a memory to last a lifetime. Valid May 15 - September 15, 2009. Subject to availability.

Donated by Silver King Lodge, courtesy of Ralph Krentz.

www.silverkinglodge.ca

This is the original from our "Silver Anniversary" featured artist, Dr. Guy Harvey titled "Blue Sky" and is approximately 40-1/2" x 55-1/2" with museum-quality framing and matting.  This piece depicts the grander blue marlin crashing onto a mixture of skipjack and blackfin tuna.  Guy witnessed this scene is Venezuela and created this piece especially for the "Silver Anniversary" of the IGFA Auction & Banquet.  The piece shows Guys wonderful use of color and artistic ability and is a must for the collector.  Don't miss this one! 

Donated by IGFA Trustee Dr. Guy Harvey.

www.guyharveyinc.com

Once again, Ray Douglas is creating an original mount for our Auction. It will be a swordfish sitting on a pedestal with some unique characteristics. Ray's mounts are painstakingly created, realistic and always guaranteed. Please check out our website for further updates on this original creation.

Donated by King Sailfish Mounts, courtesy of Raymond Douglas.

www.kingsailfish.com

Also known throughout the sportfishing world as the Kona Billfish Tournament, this donation offers anglers five glorious days of fishing off the Kona Coast . Every year, the world's top teams are "gone fishing" in search of a prized Pacific blue marlin and their chance of capturing the HIBT's prestigious Governor's Trophy. This tournament is built on prestige, trophies and strict IGFA rules for big game fish world records. This year, the HIBT celebrates its golden anniversary and promises to be the most exciting tournament yet. The possibility of hooking up just off the starting line is ever-present and Kona's waters are smooth, calm and near-perfect! Kona holds IGFA records for Pacific blue marlin on 30, 50 and 130 lb test line. Marlin granders are year-round residents. This item is an entry for a team of four anglers to fish the 50th Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament in Kona , Hawaii July 19 – 25, 2009. It includes tickets to all social events and parties, angler bag filled with shirts, pins, patches and more! Boat, crew and tackle are available for an additional cost. Charter boat fees will be approximately $5500 for five days of fishing aboard Kona's finest sportfishing fleet. Prices, however, may vary due to rising fuel costs. From the fun-filled Opening Day Parade down the main street of Kailua-Kona, to the exciting final awards ceremony, it's an unforgettable week of fun and fishing excitement. HIBT has not forgotten about family members and fish widows traveling to Kona! There is excellent shopping and many activities to keep the entire family busy. There are a range of accommodations along the Kona and Kohala Coast , from three-star all the way to the most luxurious five-star hotels and resorts. Winner must register with HIBT by February 1, 2009. This is a qualifying event for the IGFA Offshore World Championship.

Donated by IGFA Trustee Peter Fithian.

www.hibtfishing.com

Located on Costa Rica's lush Caribbean coast. Enjoy this vacation package for two (2) persons. It includes two nights in a first-class hotel in San Jose with transfers between the airport, hotel and lodge. Add three full days of fishing at the lodge with accommodations, meals, boat, English-speaking guide and fuel. (Fishing license must be purchased at the lodge.) You'll not only fish for tarpon and snook, but the other exotic species found in the jungle rivers. Several world records have come from these waters and you could set the next one! Valid through February 1, 2010.

Donated by Rio Colorado Lodge, courtesy of Diann Sanchez.

www.riocoloradolodge.com

This is one of Bodo’s newest designs using a stainless steel finish on the majestic marlin. Complete with a plaque commemorating the “Silver Anniversary” of the IGFA Auction & Banquet, this 18” high piece on a double walnut base with granite will be an instant collector’s item. Bodo’s style of representational art, modeled after the 19th century French school of sculptors, "Les Animaliers," strives to accentuate the natural form and vitality within the composition of the subject. Bodo is world-famous for his spectacular bronze sculptures and his work is used in many tournaments around the world, including the IGFA Offshore World Championship, as winner trophies.

Donated by Bodo and Robyn Muche.

www.bodostudio.com

Fish the Canary Islands out of Marina San Sebastian, La Gomera aboard Bocinegro, a Bertram 375, skippered by England Team Member, Captain Jason Pipe. Not only will you experience the ultimate in climate and settings, but you will also experience marlin fishing at the highest level. We fish in the calm waters in the lee of the island and only five minutes from the marina. In these same calm waters you will also find world record bigeye tuna, albacore, yellowfin, spearfish and white marlin. You will also see amazing baitball, dolphin and whale activity...real blue planet stuff!! We are sponsored by Normark, Williamson, Rapala & Shimano, therefore we have the latest in rods, reels and tackle. We are Lowrance prostaff, so Bocinegro is rigged with all the latest Lowrance electronic equipment, helping us track down our target species. This trip is for three days of fishing for up to four anglers. Valid May through November, 2009. Airfare and hotel not included. You may either bring your lunch or arrange for the company to provide it for you at an extra cost.

Donated by IGFA Representative Capt. Jason Pipe.

www.teambocinegro.com

The legendary Tibor Large Arbor reels have won IGFA honors for three consecutive years. Master craftsman and saltwater innovator Ted Jurascik has made the ultra-smooth, ultra-reliable, Tibor reel ultra-versatile. Nothing to remove. No loose parts. Easy to change This package is four of the Tibor Gold reels, including the Everglades, Riptide, Gulfstream and Pacific sailfish models. Each reel has Tibor's exclusive game fish engraving and comes with a case. This is a fantastic package for the fly fisherman. A must have!

Donated by Tibor Reels, courtesy of Ted Juracsik and Gail Schuler.

www.tiborreel.com

The award-winning Kimberley Quest II cruises the 1800 million year old Kimberley coastine, located in the northwest of Australia. This is one of the world's last unique wilderness areas featuring rugged escarpments, dramatic ranges, spectacular gorges and majestic waterfalls. Expeditions are the ultimate adventure cruising experience. They take in the best of the Kimberley region and will allow you the time to truly unwind and relax over the seven days. Your experienced guides, combined with three individual tender vessels, allow easy access to a multitude of opportunities. If you enjoy fishing, join the group along with your accomplished fishing guide in the hunt for the infamous barramundi, and also try your chance to catch other species such as queenfish, mangrove jack and trevally. There are also plenty of opportunities to cool off in your own freshwater pool or in the spa located on the bow. Accommodating just 18 passengers and six crew in a wide range of cabins, all with their own en-suite facilities and separate air-conditioners, you are not just a number, but a valued member of a small intimate group. This trip is for two adults in a double cabin for seven nights that includes buffet style gourmet meals, a light aircraft and helicopter flight to or from the vessel as well as daily excursions. It is the "Ultimate Kimberley Experience".

Donated by Pearl Sea Coastal Cruises.

www.kimberleyquest.com.au

If calm waters and multiple shots at marlin and sailfish every day excite you, then Pacific Fins on the coast of Guatemala is your paradise. Pacific Fins was chosen as one of five world tour stops by Marlin University in 2008. This package for two persons includes three full days of fishing aboard the Hooked Up, a new 2007 35' Cabo Express sportfishing yacht with experienced captain, two mates, and first-class fishing tackle. Also included are three nights at the Pacific Fins Resort in Iztapa, Guatemala, double occupancy in an air-conditioned room with private bath and scenic view, full breakfast, boxed lunch, beer and sodas on the boat while fishing, and a four-course dinner each night while at the resort. Also included are airport transfers to and from the resort and Guatemala City in our deluxe air-conditioned van provisioned with free beer, sodas, and bottled water, plus the final night's stay in Guatemala City at one of our premium hotels, again based on double occupancy. Package does not include airfare to Guatemala City or your meals and beverages in Guatemala City on your last night. Bar tabs at the Resort, boat and resort gratuities are not included. Valid through January 23, 2010 and subject to availability. May not be combined with other special offers or discounts.

Donated by Pacific Fins Resort & Marina - Guatemala , courtesy of Rob Newton.

www.pacificfins.com

You and a guest will be personally guided by Stephen Buss, son of famous fisherman Ron Buss, who has paved the way with regard to method and technique and is hailed as one of the best European fishing guides on the scene. Carp & Cat Bussters are renown for record-breaking 200 lb + Ebro catfish and during your one week of guided sessions, you will present live and static baits from both the bank and boat in addition to fishing the home water via canoe in search of some of the largest-known European catfish in an attempt to set all new IGFA line class records for the species. All essential fishing tackle, equipment, licenses and permits are included. You will either be camped on the bank on a JRC Cocoon bed chair under a Trakker Big Z umbrella, carp duvet and covers by Gardner Tackle to make you feel at home, or you can stay in a local four-star hotel on a bed and breakfast basis at your own expense if the weather beats you off the banks. NOTE – flights, airport transfers and bait are not included. Barcelona is the best destination airport. Ground transfer is included. Valid through January 2010.

Donated by Carp & Cat Bussters.

www.carpandcatbussters.com

A team of three anglers will fish the 56th Club Nautico de San Juan International Billfish Tournament. This event is teeming with fish, fun and unparalleled hospitality! The registration package includes all social events and four days fishing on different tournament boats per the tournament's rotation rules. These are some of the most productive billfish waters in the world! Years past have seen over 100 marlin released in just four days! The parties, fun and hospitality alone are unequaled. Dates are August 28 – September 3, 2009. This is a qualifying tournament for the 2010 IGFA Offshore World Championship held in Cabo San Lucas.

Donated by IGFA Representative Ralph "Agie" Vicente.

www.sanjuaninternational.com

Two persons will enjoy a five-night complimentary bed and breakfast stay in the charming Quinta Penha da Franca, one of Madeira's most popular Quintas. This four-star hotel, with its mixture of comfortable garden cottages nestled in the lush sub-tropical gardens, spacious rooms and suites, plus the spectacular sea level rooms looking over the pool and terrace to the ocean beyond, gives you direct access to the sea in a calm, secluded bay. The hotel is also home to the renowned "Joe's Bar", Madeira's center for big-game fishing, where you can enjoy meeting with international captains and anglers alike. This is a must before and even after dinner - a perfect end to a day of fishing, walking or golf. The Quinta is just a short walk to the city center and the marina where Captain Peter Bristow has offered two complimentary days of marlin fishing aboard the fully-equipped Katherine B. Peter has over forty years experience fishing for marlin with ten of them in Madeira, making this a trip not to miss. Valid through January 2010.

Donated by Hotel Penha da Franca, courtesy of IGFA Representative Jose Antonio Ribeiro and IGFA Certified Captain Peter Bristow.

www.fishmadeira.com

www.hotelquintapenhafranca.com