Making a Big Splash: Kayak Master Tournament on Isla Venado draws 80 anglers to enjoy catch and release fishing via kayak

Puntarenas, April 14 (elmundo.cr) – This weekend, Isla Venado becomes the epicenter of aquatic excitement with the long-awaited Kayak Master Kayak Fishing Tournament, organized by Mundo Kayak.

More than 80 passionate participants have gathered to compete in this event that seeks to not only highlight the skills of kayak anglers, but also promote tourism and investment on the island.

The tournament, which has the support of the Costa Rican Fishing Federation (FECOP), has generated great expectations among sport fishing enthusiasts and kayak lovers. With an incomparable natural environment, crystal clear waters and rich marine diversity, Isla Venado is the ideal setting for this type of competitions.

In addition to the competitive aspect, the Kayak Master Tournament’s main objective is to attract investment and recognition to Isla Venado; With its tourism potential yet to be tapped, sporting events like this not only provide entertainment and excitement, but also highlight the island’s natural beauties and encourage its economic development.

FECOP representatives have expressed their enthusiasm for supporting initiatives that promote sustainable tourism and local development. For his part, Heiner Méndez Barrientos, Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture, highlighted the importance of this type of events.

In addition, Allan Barrios Mora, manager of Coopeacuicultores R.L. from Isla Venado, thanked them for the support provided and highlighted the importance of these events that demonstrate the wealth of the island. He expressed that these events are a clear example of the natural abundance that the island has.

For his part, Diego Cordero, organizer of the event and owner of Mundo Kayak, highlighted the importance of holding these sporting events and helping tourist areas that should have more prominence in the country, such as Isla Venado.

This first edition of the Kayak Master Tournament marks a significant milestone in the history of fishing in Costa Rica and is expected to be the first in a series of events that will expand to different regions of the country in the coming years.

FECOP supports the tourist fishing sector of Costa Rica, promoting economic development of coastal communities learn more at fecop.org