North Florida FCA Gears Up for Annual Ernie Stevenson Memorial Fishing Tournament
The North Florida Fellowship of Christian Athletes is holding its annual Ernie Stevenson Memorial Inshore Fishing Tournament at Shell Island Fish Camp in St. Marks, located in the Big Bend area. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 14.

Tallahassee Thomasville, FL, November 9, 2026 — The North Florida Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is preparing to host its annual Ernie Stevenson Memorial Inshore Fishing Tournament.
The event is slated to take place on Saturday, November 14, at Shell Island Fish Camp. This location is situated in St. Marks, within the Big Bend area of North Florida.
The tournament honors the memory of Ernie Stevenson, though specific details regarding Mr. Stevenson’s background or his connection to the FCA are not provided in the summary. The North Florida chapter of FCA organizes this annual gathering, which focuses on inshore fishing. Inshore fishing typically refers to angling in coastal waters, often within sight of land, and includes areas like bays, estuaries, and nearshore ocean waters.
The summary does not specify the number of expected participants, the types of fish that will be targeted, or any particular rules or competition formats for the tournament. Information regarding the primary goals of the event beyond its memorial aspect, such as fundraising targets or community outreach initiatives, was also not available. Furthermore, details about registration fees, prizes, or the intended use of any funds raised were not included in the provided information.
Shell Island Fish Camp is a known venue for recreational activities in the St. Marks region, a community recognized for its coastal access and natural environment within the Big Bend. The Big Bend area itself is characterized by its undeveloped coastline and estuarine systems.
The North Florida Fellowship of Christian Athletes is an organization that aims to connect athletes and coaches with Christian faith principles. The Ernie Stevenson Memorial Inshore Fishing Tournament represents one of its annual events designed to bring people together in a sporting context while commemorating a past individual. Further details about the tournament’s schedule, activities, or objectives were not elaborated upon in the available summary.
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