The 37th Annual National Shrimp Festival kicks off on Thursday, October 9 and runs through Sunday, October 12, 2008 in Gulf Shores, AL. This year’s festival looks to be bigger than ever, bringing in national sponsor Zatarain’s. This festival is truly one-of-a-kind and offers something for everyone. Enjoy live entertainment, fine arts, arts and crafts and a retail market place, all located outdoors along the beautiful, white sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Oh…I forgot to mention SHRIMP and lots of it!

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Catch a ride aboard the Sea Spray for a great fishing adventure. Captain Bill Staff and crew specialize in big game fishing, especially tuna. Running out of Orange Beach Marina in Orange Beach, AL during spring and summer seasons, the Sea Spray is a 65′ Resmondo, so there is plenty of room for the entire family.

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The Thunder is coming! The Thunder on the Gulf powerboat races are set for August 14-17 in Orange Beach, AL. If you have never experienced the thrill of watching some of the fastest powerboats in the world, now is your chance to catch this exciting event.  The Gulf Coast Powerboat Association brings Thunder on the Gulf to Orange Beach for what many people refer to as “NASCAR on water.”

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Want to take the family fishing during your beach vacation? The Dottie Jo charter service is a family business run by area native Joe Garris and his son. The Dottie Jo caters to families vacationing along the Alabama Gulf Coast by keeping their prices reasonable for family budgets. With 37 years of charter fishing experience, Joe Garris and crew will make sure you have a great family trip. Make sure you visit the Dottie Jo’s website before planning your fishing vacation.

Alabama’s Gulf Coast offers a wonderful variety of inshore and offshore saltwater fishing opportunities and is the home of Alabama’s largest charter fishing fleet, with boats that an accommodate up to 60 passengers and 44 fishermen. Once you’ve picked the boat you want to charter, you can request your dates and let them know your 1st, 2nd and 3rd choices. They will contact you to let you know which boats are available.With 82 boats listed, the Orange Beach Fishing Association has something to offer every saltwater angler regardless of age or experience. We’re sure you’ll find a trip that is just right for you. Visit their website or call 251-981-2300 for more information