The inaugural Reel Hope Classic Fishing tournament is set for August 28 and 29 at Orange

Beach Marina. Hosted by the Mobile Big Game Fishing Club, the event will benefit patients treated at the Alabama Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders at Children’s of Alabama, , including many children from the Gulf Coast.

The Reel Hope Classic will kick off the tournament weekend with the captains’ meeting and pre-party at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 28, at Orange beach Marina. On Saturday, Aug. 29, four-man teams can compete in categories including inshore fishing for $250 per boat and offshore fishing for $500 per boat. A jackpot category is also available for an additional $25 per boat. All boats must be under the bridge at Orange Beach Marina by 6 p.m. Weigh-in will run 4 to 8 p.m.

Individuals can register as a “Land Lubber” to fish from the Gulf State Park Pier for $25 per person.

To register or get more information about the tournament, visit Give.ChildrensAL.org/ReelHope or call Kerrie Benson at 251-610-4969.

EVENT: Reel Hope Classic Fishing

WHEN: Aug. 28 - 29

WHERE: Orange Beach Marina, 27075 Marina Road, Orange Beach

COST: Inshore: $250/boat; offshore: $500/boat; Land Lubber: $25/person; jackpot is an additional $25

MORE INFORMATION: ChildrensAL.org; Give.ChildrensAL.org/ReelHope; Facebook.com/ReelHopeClassic