Coastal Conservation Association - Mississippi

Bay Chapter "1st" First Friday
2025-04-04 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Bay Marina, 100 Bay Marina Dr, Bay St. Louis, miss, 39520, United States

Celebrate the Gulf
2025-04-05 10:00 - 15:00 | 124 Fleitas Avenue, Pass Christian, MS 39571, 124 Fleitas Avenue, Pass Christian, MS, 39571

CASTING FOR CONSERVATION DIAMONDHEAD
2025-04-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Twin Lakes Pavilion, 4040 Twin Lakes Lane, Diamondhead, Mississippi, 39525, United States
Join CCAMS in our first casting event of the season, Saturday, April 12th, at Twin Lakes Pavilion.

Mississippi Advisory Commission on Marine Resources
2025-04-15 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-20 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-17 09:00 - 11:00 | Mississippi Department of Marine Resources, 1141 Bayview Ave, Biloxi, MS, 39530, United States

Reel 'n' Rice Roundup
2025-05-15 16:30 - 19:30 | Fertile Ground Beer Company, 800 Mainship St,, Jackson, 39202, United States
A $15 donation includes a plate of jambalaya made on site and a delicious pint of Fertile Ground beer.

The event will feature great food, door prizes, raffle tickets for the 2026 Tidewater boat, information about CCA and what we do throughout the state, and membership availability.
OUR PURPOSE
The purpose of CCA is to advise and educate the public on the conservation of marine resources.
OUR OBJECTIVE
The objective of CCA is to conserve, promote, and enhance the present and future availability of those coastal resources for the benefit and enjoyment of the general public.

Anglers Night Out
2025-05-20 18:00 - 19:30 | RICKEY’S ON COLEMAN, 310 Coleman Ave,, Waveland, MS, 39576, United States

St. Clare Church Seafood Festival 2025
2025-05-23 16:00 - 2025-05-25 22:00 | Saint Clare Catholic Church, 236 S Beach Blvd, Waveland, 39576, United States

Junior Jubilee Kids Summer Fishing Rodeo
2025-05-24 - 2025-09-01 | MS
The Coastal Conservation Association Mississippi (CCAMS) and the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources are excited to present the Junior Jubilee Kids Fishing Rodeo. This unique event runs from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day and concludes with a grand awards banquet in September. The fishing rodeo is a great opportunity for children aged 3 to 15 to participate in over 100 place prizes and win exciting door prizes totaling over $40,000.00. Fishing is restricted to Mississippi Waters South of I-10!Beyond just having fun fishing, this event aims to foster a sense of environmental responsibility in our young ones and encourage them to develop a love for the Gulf, our most precious natural resource. We also want to provide opportunities for families to fish together and allow children who have never fished before to learn. Our goal is to create healthy competition between peers and within each child to gain a better understanding of fishing while rewarding and acknowledging all who participate.Registration is easy and the entire event is at no cost to our young anglers. Its simple, ign up below and get ready to fish!!

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Bay Chapter's First Friday in June
2025-06-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Bay Marina, 100 Bay Marina Dr, Bay St. Louis, miss, 39520, United States

77th Annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo 2025
2025-07-03 16:00 - 2025-07-06 22:00 | Barksdale Pavilion Gulfport Harbor, US-90, Gulfport, 39501, United States

Chandeleur Islands Conservation on Tap
2025-07-08 18:30 - 20:00 | Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum, 115 1st St, Biloxi, 39530, United States
Vanishing Paradise, the Mississippi Wildlife Federation, CCA Mississippi and Chandeleur Island Brewing Company will be hosting an event at the Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum on July 7th to learn about the proposed restoration of Chandeleur Island, and we would love for you to join us. The Louisiana Coastal Restoration and Protection Authority (CPRA) will be presenting information about the potential $360 million project, options that are being considered, and how you can provide input in the restoration process.

Join us on Monday, July 7th at 6:30 for a beer, lite refreshments, and an informative and interactive presentation about the restoration of these important islands and habitat. You can also get a jump start by reading up about the proposed $247 million funding from the LA Trustee Implementation Group

2025 Croaker Classic
2025-07-18 07:30 - 2025-07-20 17:00 | Captain Al’s, 1458 Magnolia St, Gulfport, MS, 39507
The Annual Pink Boat Parade raises funds for breast cancer awareness and the needs of breast cancer patients.

38th Annual Wildlife Extravaganza
2025-07-18 17:00 - 2025-07-20 17:00 | The Clyde Muse Center, 515 Country Pl Pkwy, Pearl, MS, 39208, United States
Wildlife Show – Hunting, Fishing, Outdoors
Booths 603 & 605

CCA 2025 Captain Al's Casting Event
2025-07-19 08:30 - 11:00 | Captain Al’s, 1458 Magnolia St, Gulfport, MS, 39507

Central Mississippi Annual Banquet 2025
2025-08-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Mississippi Ag Musem Forestry Auditorium, 1150 Lakeland Dr, Jackson, MS, 39216, United States
For sponsorship information, please contact:

Rob Gendron: (601 )874-0342
FJ Eicke: (228) 806-1073
Mickey Lagasse: (228) 372-4427

Bay Chapter's September's First Friday
2025-09-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Bay Marina, 100 Bay Marina Dr, Bay St. Louis, miss, 39520, United States

"Sunset on the Bay 2025"
2025-10-04 19:00 - 23:30 | Bay St. Louis Community Center, 301 Blaize Ave, Bay St. Louis, MS, 39520, United States
For sponsorship or ticket information, go to https://ticketstripe.com/Sunset2025 or please contact:

Jack Andry: (228) 216-4483
Bob Castoro (228) 342 – 0975
Tommy Elkins: (228) 493-4097
Mickey Lagasse: (228) 372-4427

Junior Jubilee Awards Banquet
2025-11-01 11:30 - 14:00 | Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum, 115 1st St, Biloxi, 39530, United States
Join us for great food, awards, and door prizes as we close out an excellent summer fishing program! Enjoy Mississippi seafood, Smoked Chicken, and all the fixings. There is no cost to our young anglers, and the whole family is welcome! For information, please get in touch with us at JuniorJubilee@cca.ms

Central Chapter Membership Meeting
2026-01-14 18:00 - 20:00 | The Blake at Flowood, 350 Town Center Way, Flowood, MS, 39232, United States

BILOXI BOAT SHOW and 2026 TIDEWATER GIVE-A-WAY
2026-02-06 10:00 - 2026-02-08 17:00 | Mississippi Coast Coliseum, 2350 Beach Blvd., Biloxi, Mississippi, 39531
2026 Tidewater Baymax 2110 Bay Boat with Yamaha XB-200HP Outboard Motor & a McLain Tandem Axle Trailer Raffle!
The Coastal Conservation Association has once again teamed up with Ocean Marine, Capt. Al’s Seafood Restaurant, Captain’s Warf Marina, Biloxi Boat Show, McLain Trailers, Decked Out Solutions, Tidewater Boats, and the 76th Annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo to give away another Tidewater 2110 Bay Boat with a 200 hp Yamaha and a custom-made trailer from McLain Trailers!
This is CCA Mississippi’s largest fundraiser of the year. Proceeds from this event help provide essential funding for all our special programs, and this year, will also support the creation of a new artificial reef in the Mississippi Sound.
Tickets are only $50.00 each, and only 2,000 will be sold! Secure yours today at cca.ms.
To purchase tickets, visit cca.ms or email us at info@cca.ms

Anglers Night Out / MEMBERSHIP MEETING
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 | RICKEY’S ON COLEMAN, 310 Coleman Ave,, Waveland, MS, 39576, United States

Deputy Leroy Barnes Memorial Youth Fishing Tournament
2026-03-28 08:00 - 12:00 | Harrision County Sheriff’s Facility, 14572 County Farm Rd., Gulfport, MS

CASTING FOR CONSERVATION PASS CHRISTIAN / CELEBRATE THE GULF
2026-04-11 08:00 - 11:00 | Pass Christian Harbor Pier, 115 Market St, Pass Christian, MS, 39571, United States
The Coastal Conservation Association Mississippi would like to invite you to join us on Saturday, April 11th, 2026, from 8:00 am – 11:00 pm, for our first Casting for Conservation event of the year. We are excited to work in conjunction with the award-winning Celebrate the Gulf Marine Education Festival. The City of Pass Christian will once again host this annual marine education event in Memorial Park, on the north side of the playground, and the Casting Event will be held on the west side of the Pass Christian Harbor.
Please bring your young anglers, ages 3 – 13, for instruction in basic fishing techniques and a little about our greatest natural resource, the Gulf of Mexico! Each angler will receive a fishing pole, bait tackle, and a t-shirt.

Celebrate the Gulf
2026-04-11 10:00 - 15:00 | 124 Fleitas Avenue, Pass Christian, MS 39571, 124 Fleitas Avenue, Pass Christian, MS, 39571
The Coastal Conservation Association Mississippi would like to invite you to join us at our booth on Saturday, April 11th, 2026, from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. At the award-winning Celebrate the Gulf Marine Education Festival. The City of Pass Christian will once again host this annual marine education event in Memorial Park, on the north side of the playground. Come for a great family event and learn about our beautiful Gulf of Mexico.

Southern Anglers of MS Kids Fishing Rodeo
2026-04-25 06:00 - 11:00 | Washington Street Pier and Boat Launch, Beach Blvd, Bay St. Louis, 39520, United States

Central Mississippi Annual Banquet 2026
2026-04-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Mississippi Ag Musem Forestry Auditorium, 1150 Lakeland Dr, Jackson, MS, 39216, United States

City of D'Iberville Inagural Fishing Rodeo 2026
2026-05-22 16:00 - 2026-05-25 18:00 | 3366 Bay Shore Drive, D’Iberville, MS, 3366 Bay Shore Drive, D'Iberville, 39540, United States
City of D’Iberville – First Annual D’Iberville Fishing Rodeo
Pre-register now:
www.DibervilleFishingRodeo.com
Join us Memorial Weekend 2026 for the First Annual D’Iberville Fishing Rodeo, a three-day community celebration honoring our city’s rich fishing and shrimping heritage while investing in the future of D’Iberville!
Event Dates:
Friday – Sunday
May 22, 23, and 24, 2026
Open to all anglers – and the best part? There are NO ENTRY FEES!
Anglers will compete across 15 different species in 3 categories, with guaranteed cash payouts and prizes for each eligible species.
Fishing Categories
Freshwater
• Bass
• Alligator Gar
• Catfish
• Bream
• Crappie
Inshore
• Speckled Trout
• Redfish
• Flounder
• Black Drum
• Sheepshead
Offshore
• Lemonfish
• Red Snapper
• Mangrove Snapper
• Tripletail
• Shark (Blacktip & Spinner only)
Captains Meeting:
Thursday night, May 21
Kids Event – Casting for Conservation
On Saturday, May 23 from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM, the Mississippi State Coastal Conservation Association will host Kids Casting for Conservation.
All participating kids will receive free bait and a free rod and reel!
More Than Just a Tournament!
Beyond the competition, this event is designed as a true community festival. The public is invited to enjoy:
• Live music
• Food vendors
• Merchandise vendors
• Family-friendly activities
• A welcoming festival-style atmosphere
Everything is free and open to the public, making it a celebration of sport, culture, and community along the Gulf Coast. Our vision is to grow this event year after year into one of the region’s signature traditions!

Interested in becoming a sponsor or vendor?
Visit our website or follow our page for more information and upcoming announcements.
Tournament Information:
Wendy Fayard – 228-861-3755 – wfayard@diberville.ms.us
Randall Pelous – 228-273-3344
Stay tuned to the City of D’Iberville Fishing Rodeo page for updates, registration details, and exciting announcements as we count down to the rodeo!
Let’s make history together at the First Annual D’Iberville Fishing Rodeo!

CASTING FOR CONSERVATION / CITY OF D'IBERVILLE FISHING RODEO
2026-05-23 08:00 - 11:00 | 3366 Bay Shore Drive, D’Iberville, MS, 3366 Bay Shore Drive, D'Iberville, 39540, United States
The Coastal Conservation Association Mississippi would like to invite you to join us on Saturday, May 23rd , 2026, from 8:00 am – 11:00 pm, for our D’Iberville Inagural’s Fishing Rodeo’s Casting for Conservation event and Junior Jubilee Kick Off Event! This year CCAMS has teamed up with the City of D’Iberville to kick of the Junior Jubilee Kids Fishing Rodeo in an incredible way. We will host a Casting for Conservation Event and a formal kick off of the kids fishing rodeo. We are excited to work in conjunction with The City of D’Iberville and partner in this exciting Memorial Day event.
Please bring your young anglers, ages 3 – 13, for instruction in basic fishing techniques and a little about our greatest natural resource, the Gulf of Mexico! Each angler will receive a fishing pole, bait tackle, and a t-shirt.
