2011 Chuck Byron Fish on! Youth Art Contest

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Chuck Byron Fish-On Anglers Tournament 2011

Chuck Byron Fish-On Anglers Tournament 2011

On Saturday, September 17th, the 8th annual Chuck Byron FISH ON! Anglers Tournament will commence. Both private boat anglers and sport boat anglers will compete in several “biggest fish” categories to win top prizes donated by sponsors. Custom built rods built by several of the west coasts’ best builders, Chuck Byron Lithographs, and much, much more!

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About Chuck Byron Youth Art Foundation

Our intentions are to reward and encourage youth, from ages K – 12th grade, who have a desire to create art in any medium. Whether they love painting or drawing, photography, or three dimensional arts, we connect them with established artists to learn hands-on art techniques, we take them fishing to learn more about the ocean and interpreting their experience to their art. We also hold art contests for the kids to have the opportunity to win art supplies and tools for their work. This is an enhancement program for kids who want to learn and grow aware of their surroundings.

We are an exempt 501 (c) 3 corporation.  We were founded in 2007 after the passing of the wildlife artist Chuck Byron.  Chuck appreciated all his opportunities to be a better artist and wanted kids that desire the same to have chances to grow in their talents. We are funded by public charities and hold annual fundraisers to offer the young artists more learning experiences and possibly one day offer scholarships to them for a career using their creative talent. Your consideration of us for donations in cash or prizes will help to continue our efforts for the kids.

Please browse here to see some of the past events and art projects we hold out of San Diego, California. Although you don’t have to live here, most events are in the southern California area. We do except art contest entries nationwide and send rewards that apply to your location.


Chuck Byron Fish-On Anglers Tournament 2011

Chuck Byron Fish-On Anglers Tournament 2011

On Saturday, September 17th, the 8th annual Chuck Byron FISH ON! Anglers Tournament will commence. Both private boat anglers and sport boat anglers will compete in several “biggest fish” categories to win top prizes donated by sponsors. Custom built rods built by several of the west coasts’ best builders, Chuck Byron Lithographs, and much, much more!

Thanks to our sponsors. Feel to click on their logos below:

Youth Artists learn the “art of fishing”

Twenty five youth artists went fishing on the Seawatch out of Seaforth Landing last week. With the collaborated funds of the Chuck Byron Youth Art program, the San Diego Rod & Reel Club, and the Friends of Rollo Fdn. sponsored the kids going out fishing on a half day trip. Most of the kids were participants in the 2010 Youth Marine Art Contest and this trip was particularly special due to having both artists, Matt Kotch and Greg Guterriez on board to talk about “the art of fishing”. These annual trips are a way to inspire the young artists in understanding our oceans and using their talents to recreate what they have seen and learned while out on the water. Friends of Rollo provided the tackle and a hotdog lunch for all, along with setting up the boat arrangements. The Rod & Reel Club and the Youth Art program both raised money this summer with their annual Big Fish and Fish On! tournaments. “With donations down for all of us this year, the best way to make sure we get kids out on the water was to combine our funds. This way we can take them on a couple trips until our next fund raisers in 2011”. Says, Lori Byron. Lori is the director for the Chuck Byron Youth Art program. She says there are many programs out there raising money to take kids fishing, “With donations being cut back from most all our sponsors we have found an affordable way to cover the cost of trips by sharing the cost.”

All three non-profit programs raise money annually for kids and if you would like to know more about them, how to get involved, or go fishing with us, they can be found on line. Or call Lori Byron at 619-301-3193.

2010 Chuck Byron Fish on! Youth Art Contest RESULTS!

The East Cape Collection

This special collection of artwork was created by Chuck from his experiences of catching fish in beautiful Baja Mexico on the Sea of Cortez. It is featured exclusively at one of the finest fishing resorts, Hotel Buena Vista Beach Resort, in the East Cape. You can enjoy the beauty of one of your catches and cherish your memories on your wall. These can be ordered and shipped from the U.S. to you, or be purchased from the resort gift shop. Start your collection today!

For more information on Hotel Buena Vista Resort go to www.hotelbuenavista.com or email:

Striped Marlin and Yellowfin

To see this piece and much more awesome Salt Water art, check out the complete gallery.