Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - From November 16-19, the Puerto Vallarta Fishing Club (Club de Pesca de Puerto Vallarta A.C.) will host hundreds of anglers during the 61st annual Puerto Vallarta International Fishing Tournament, one of the most prestigious national and international sportfishing tournaments on the West Coast.

For the past 60 years, the Puerto Vallarta International Sailfish and Marlin Tournament (Torneo Internacional Puerto Vallarta de Pez Vela y Marlin) has upheld a powerful presence among sport fishing tournaments. Year after year, some of the most prestigious fishermen from all over the world have come to fish the waters of Banderas Bay and compete for big trophies, great prizes and bragging rights.

Due to the success of previous tournaments, and thanks to the support of city authorities, local sponsors, the media, Fishing Club members and the community in general, the 61st edition of the Puerto Vallarta International Fishing Tournament promises to be a spectacular event.

Anglers will compete daily to win prizes for catching the largest [that comply with local regulations] sailfish, marlin, dorado and tuna in the waters of Banderas Bay. Featured prizes range from brand new cars to fishing rods and reels, art, hotel stays and a large cash prize.

Registration fees are $34,000 pesos per boat with a team of up to 4 fishermen.

If you are serious about sport fishing, you won't want to miss the 61st Annual Puerto Vallarta International Sailfish and Marlin Tournament! For the full schedule of events, more tournament information and registration, visit the Fishing Club website at FishVallarta.com.