Grand Isle to host international Tarpon Rodeo

Grand Isle to host America's oldest fishing tournament

GRAND ISLE, La. (WGNO) — Grand Isle is slated to host the International Tarpon Rodeo Thursday, July 24 through Saturday July 26. According to Jefferson Parish officials, The Tarpon Rodeo is a fishing tournament with a $10,000 grand prize. It was founded in 1928, making it America's oldest fishing tournament. Officials said the tournament will continue the tradition of community, competition and conservation. Fishing divisions will include tarpon…

Grand Isle to host international Tarpon Rodeo

GRAND ISLE, La. (WGNO) — Grand Isle is slated to host the International Tarpon Rodeo Thursday, July 24 through Saturday July 26. According to Jefferson Parish officials, The Tarpon Rodeo is a fishing tournament with a $10,000 grand prize. It was founded in 1928, making it America's oldest fishing tournament. Officials said the tournament will continue the tradition of community, competition and conservation. Celebrating the “Dog Days of Sum…