Dear Fishermen and Guests, On behalf of the Tournament Committee and the members of the Eastern Shore Marlin Club, welcome to the Eighteenth Annual Eastern Shore Marlin Club Billfish Release Tournament. your Tournament Committee anticipates that this year's Tournament will build on the splendid work done by the organizers of previous Tournaments to create a full and fun weekend for everyone. We urge the Captains and all crew members to review the program booklet, schedules, and rules carefully to avoid any possible misunderstanding. If there is any doubt about anything, please locate a Committee member and get a ruling ahead of time. Best of luck to everyone! Sincerely, The Tournament Committee