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The 2026 Ultimate Flats Boat Sweepstakes is presented by Bonefish & Tarpon Trust. Sweepstakes runs from April 16, 2026 to April 17, 2026; May 19, 2026 to May 29, 2026; and June 1, 2026 to September 24, 2026. Entries are not accepted outside of these periods. Odds of winning depend on the total number of eligible entries received across all entry periods. Pre-sale pricing available through May 29. General sale pricing begins June 1.

Bonefish & Tarpon Trust, a Florida Not for Profit Corporation and 501(c)(3) Charitable Organization, announces a sweepstakes wherein participants can enter in one of 2 ways: 1) by purchasing 1 or more sweepstakes tickets at BTT.org/2026-sweeps or https://one.bidpal.net/bttflkeys26 2) by mailing a request for one free entry (one per person) that includes your name, phone number, email, and address to: Bonefish & Tarpon Trust, ATTN: 2026 Ultimate Flats Boat Sweepstakes, 2937 Sw 27th Avenue Suite 203, Miami, Fl 33133. Your mailed entry request must be postmarked by September 14, 2026.

Please Note

  • No Tickets will be mailed. Your receipt/proof of entry will be emailed to you from info@bonefishtarpontrust.org.
  • Winners will be randomly selected and contacted via phone and/or email.
  • Four winners will be randomly selected in order and assigned one of the four prize packages in that order. Winners are not excluded from future drawings.
  • For questions, please contact info@bonefishtarpontrust.org.

Sweepstakes Prizes

Grand Prize: Floyd 5WT Skiff Prize Package – $49,460.88 Total Value

  • Floyd 5 Wt Skiff and Magic Tilt Trailer ($35,045 value)
  • Yamaha F40 Outboard Motor ($6,500+ value)
  • Minn Kota Terrova 12v Trolling Motor – 54” shaft length ($2,549.99 value)
  • Marquesa Marine Small Diameter Series Push Pole ($1,449+ value)
  • Sage R8 Core 990-4 Fishing Rod ($1,100 value)
  • Simrad GO9 XSE GPS ($799 value)
  • Power Pux power-supplied quick-release bracket ($499.99 value)
  • Sage Shift LT 9/10 Fishing Reel ($460 value)
  • Customized Turtlebox Original Gen 3 Speaker ($430+ value)
  • Fishpond Cutbank Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Edition Gear Bag ($329.95 value)
  • Costa Untangled Collection New Release Sunglasses ($248 value)
  • Fishpond Tacky Pescador Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Edition Fly Box ($49.95 value)

Have Your Best Day on the Water Prize – $1,638.84 Total Value

  • Turtlebox Original Gen 3 Speaker ($430 value)
  • YETI Hopper M20 Backpack Soft Cooler in Olive ($325 value)
  • Danco 7″ Premio Titanium Pliers for Offshore ($249.99 value)
  • Fishpond Wind River Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Edition Roll-Top Backpack ($229.95 value)
  • Bajío Rigolets Temples of Change x BTT Sunglasses ($219 value)
  • YETI Rambler Half Gallon Jug ($100 value)
  • Fishpond Tacky Pescador Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Edition Fly Box ($49.95 value)
  • Fishpond Tracker Hat ($34.95 value)

Build Your Fishing Gear Go-Bag Prize – $1,888.90+ Total Value

  • Simms Challenger Fishing Bib ($330+ value)
  • Simms Challenger Jacket ($330+ value)
  • Fishpond Cutbank Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Edition Gear Bag ($329.95 value)
  • Bajío Vega Temples of Change x BTT Sunglasses ($269 value)
  • YETI Hopper Flip 12 Soft Cooler ($250 value)
  • Fishpond Wind River Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Edition Roll-Top Backpack ($229.95 value)
  • Simms Pursuit Wet-Wading Cross Trainer Shoe ($150 value)

Enjoy the Ultimate Guided Fishing Experience Prize – $2,267.85+ Total Value

  • Full day of fishing for two anglers with Capt. Will Benson in the lower FL Keys (value of $1,200+)
  • Danco 7″ Premio Titanium Pliers for Offshore ($249.99 value)
  • Costa Untangled Collection New Release Sunglasses ($248 value)
  • Fishpond Dakota Carry-On Rod & Reel Case Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Edition ($199.95 value)
  • Simms Pursuit Wet-Wading Cross Trainer Shoe ($150 value)
  • Simms Solarflex Hoodie with BTT in Steel Blue Heather ($84.98 value)
  • Simms Solarflex Hoodie with BTT in Dolomite Heather ($84.98 value)
  • Fishpond Tacky Pescador Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Edition Fly Box ($49.95 value)

Complete Sweepstakes Rules

Rules are subject to change at any time.

  • One winner chosen by a random selection from all eligible entries on June 30, 2026 will receive the Have Your Best Day on the Water Prize.
  • One winner chosen by a random selection from all eligible entries on July 15, 2026 will receive the Build Your Gear Fishing Go-Bag Prize.
  • One winner chosen by a random selection from all eligible entries on August 27, 2026 will receive the Enjoy the Ultimate Guided Fishing Experience Prize.
  • One grand-prize winner chosen by a random selection from all eligible entries on September 24, 2026 will receive the Grand Prize Floyd 5WT Skiff Prize Package.
  • Participants must be at least 18 years old and legal residents of the United States of America.
  • Any use of automated systems or tools—such as bots or scripts—to submit entries, circumvent the entry process, or exceed the entry limit is strictly prohibited. Any attempt to submit more than the allowed number of entries through multiple identities, email addresses, or other means is grounds for disqualification.
  • Ticket sale ends September 24, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET.
  • Winner is responsible for all applicable taxes. 
  • Winners will be contacted via phone, email and/or mailing address provided. You may be called live from the stage when we do the drawing.
  • Winner will have 30 days to respond. If they cannot be reached by email and phone 30 days after initial outreach from BTT, an alternate winner will be drawn.
  • Delivery/redemption: Delivery is to be coordinated between the Grand Prize winner and Floyd Skiff Co and Bonefish & Tarpon Trust. Delivery of the three (3) Prize Packs will be coordinated between Bonefish & Tarpon Trust and the three individual winners. These prizes are non-transferable, and no cash alternative or prize substitution will be allowed, except at BTT’s discretion. A substitute of comparable or greater value may be awarded if any item listed above becomes unavailable for any reason. Winners are responsible for all federal, state and/or local taxes, and for any other fees or costs associated with acceptance or use of any prize.
  • Bonefish & Tarpon Trust employees, agents, directors, officers (including members of their immediate family i.e. spouse, mother, father, mother-in-law, father-in-law, grandmother, grandfather, brothers, sisters, children, and grandchildren of the same household) are not eligible to participate.
  • The sweepstakes and drawings are being conducted by Bonefish & Tarpon Trust (a Non-Profit Under section 501(c)(3)) whose principal place of business is 2937 SW 27th Avenue Suite 203, Miami, FL 33133.
  • No goods or services were received in connection with this donation. Bonefish & Tarpon Trust is a charity recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS under section 501(c)(3). The federal tax ID and Florida registration # is 65-0988321. A copy of the official registration and financial information are available for review at the BTT office: 2937 SW 27th Avenue Suite 203, Miami, FL 33133. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state.
  • Pursuant to the laws of Florida, no purchase or contribution is necessary to enter the sweepstakes drawing. A ticket may be obtained by mailing a request for one free entry (one per person) including your name, phone number, email, and address to: Bonefish & Tarpon Trust, ATTN: 2026 Ultimate Flats Boat Sweepstakes, 2937 SW 27th Avenue Suite 203, Miami, FL 33133. Your mailed entry request must be postmarked by September 14, 2026.

Publicity Release

Except where prohibited or restricted by law, participation in the Sweepstakes and acceptance of the prize constitutes the Winner’s consent and agreement for BTT and its designees to use and/or publish the Winner’s full name, city and state of residence, likeness, photograph, voice, statements, testimonials, biographical information (in whole or in part), and any content submitted or statements made in connection with the Sweepstakes, worldwide and in perpetuity, for any and all purposes, including but not limited to advertising, publicity, trade, and promotional purposes in any media now known or hereafter devised—including print, TV, radio, online, electronic, and social media—without further compensation, notice, review, or approval.

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Any personal and contact information will be confidential, HOWEVER: by entering the Sweepstakes you agree to receive email newsletters periodically from all sponsors of the Sweepstakes including BTT, Floyd Skiff Co, Yamaha, YETI, Bajio, Turtlebox, Danco, Fishpond, Simms, Costa, World Angling, Sage, and Marquesa Marine. You can opt out of receiving this communication at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in each individual newsletter from each participating company.