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Naples Therapeutic Riding Center to Host 3rd Annual Reeling for Riders Fishing Tournament; Proceeds to Enhance and Expand Equine Therapy Naples, FL – Naples Therapeutic Riding Center (NTRC), a non-profit organization providing therapeutic horseback riding and other equine-facilitated group services to children and adults with physical, social and mental health needs, will host its 3rd Annual catch-and-release backwater fishing tournament, Reeling for Riders, on August 4-5, 2023. The fishing tournament brings anglers of all ages together for a fun (and competitive) day on the backwaters. The event kicks off Friday, August 4th with a captain’s meeting at Mangrove Outfitters Fly Shop (1947 Davis Blvd in Naples) at 6:00 pm. The fishing tournament can take place anywhere on the water on Saturday, August 5th. Pictures must be turned in by 3:00 p.m. The tournament concludes that evening with an Awards Dinner and silent auction catered by Mission BBQ at Naples Therapeutic Riding Center (206 Ridge Drive in Naples) at 5:30 pm. Prizes will be awarded to the individual with the largest catch of Redfish and Snook. The event is being cochaired by avid angler Christina Stoneburner Legutki, a realtor with Gulfcoast International Properties, and Jennifer Williams, NTRC Equine Operations and Property Director. “I believe so much in what NTRC does for the community,” said Christina. “I am honored for the opportunity to give back to NTRC while also getting to do what I love most…fishing!” Proceeds from the fishing tournament will support the operations and expansion of NTRC’s equine-assisted programs. The entry fee is $400 per boat/team. There is no limit to the number of anglers per boat. There are also a variety of sponsorship opportunities. To learn more or register, visit NTRC.org/fishing-tournament or e-mail admin@ntrc.org. Sponsors to date include: Stock Development and S&J Professional Services. About Naples Therapeutic Riding Center Established in 1997, Naples Therapeutic Riding Center (NTRC) is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization with a mission to improve the lives of children and adults with physical, social and mental health needs through therapeutic riding and other equine-related programs. With a dedicated staff, herd of 14 horses and the assistance of nearly 400 volunteers, NTRC provides unique equine-assisted therapies to more than 800 participants per year. Through fundraising efforts, the organization is able to provide this vital therapy to those who need the service most, regardless of income level. Services are provided in partnership with local non-profit organizations and through physician referrals for individuals living with special needs and a range of emotional, learning and developmental disabilities. NTRC is the only Center in Collier County accredited at the “premier” level by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International. For more information on programs or volunteer opportunities, visit NaplesTherapeuticRidingCenter.org or call 239-596-2988.
Naples Therapeutic Riding Center to Host 3rd Annual Reeling for Riders Fishing Tournament;
Proceeds to Enhance and Expand Equine Therapy
Naples, FL – Naples Therapeutic Riding Center (NTRC), a non-profit organization providing therapeutic horseback riding and other equine-facilitated group services to children and adults with physical, social and mental health needs, will host its 3rd Annual catch-and-release backwater fishing tournament, Reeling for Riders, on August 4-5, 2023.
The fishing tournament brings anglers of all ages together for a fun (and competitive) day on the backwaters. The event kicks off Friday, August 4th with a captain’s meeting at Mangrove Outfitters Fly Shop (1947 Davis Blvd in Naples) at 6:00 pm.
The fishing tournament can take place anywhere on the water on Saturday, August 5th. Pictures must be turned in by 3:00 p.m. The tournament concludes that evening with an Awards Dinner and silent auction catered by Mission BBQ at Naples Therapeutic Riding Center (206 Ridge Drive in Naples) at 5:30 pm. Prizes will be awarded to the individual with the largest catch of Redfish and Snook.
The event is being cochaired by avid angler Christina Stoneburner Legutki, a realtor with Gulfcoast International Properties, and Jennifer Williams, NTRC Equine Operations and Property Director.
“I believe so much in what NTRC does for the community,” said Christina. “I am honored for the opportunity to give back to NTRC while also getting to do what I love most…fishing!”
Proceeds from the fishing tournament will support the operations and expansion of NTRC’s equine-assisted programs.
The entry fee is $400 per boat/team. There is no limit to the number of anglers per boat. There are also a variety of sponsorship opportunities. To learn more or register, visit NTRC.org/fishing-tournament or e-mail admin@ntrc.org.
Sponsors to date include: Stock Development and S&J Professional Services.
About Naples Therapeutic Riding Center
Established in 1997, Naples Therapeutic Riding Center (NTRC) is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization with a mission to improve the lives of children and adults with physical, social and mental health needs through therapeutic riding and other equine-related programs. With a dedicated staff, herd of 14 horses and the assistance of nearly 400 volunteers, NTRC provides unique equine-assisted therapies to more than 800 participants per year. Through fundraising efforts, the organization is able to provide this vital therapy to those who need the service most, regardless of income level. Services are provided in partnership with local non-profit organizations and through physician referrals for individuals living with special needs and a range of emotional, learning and developmental disabilities. NTRC is the only Center in Collier County accredited at the “premier” level by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International. For more information on programs or volunteer opportunities, visit NaplesTherapeuticRidingCenter.org or call 239-596-2988.