Join us Sunday, November 22nd for The Mud Hole St. Johns Showdown, a competitive fishing tournament on Lake Monroe benefiting Mighty River Recovery and their mission to restore fish and wildlife habitat on the St. Johns River. Teams launch from Wayside Park and compete for top payouts, with weigh-ins at Boat Tree Marina.
Going to a Good Cause
Every dollar of your $150 entry fee goes back to anglers as prize money — 100% payback, guaranteed. Beyond the water, your participation helps fuel sponsorships, raffles, and fundraising that directly support Mighty River Recovery's ongoing work protecting and restoring the St. Johns River. Learn more about Mighty River Recovery here.
Reserve your team's entry today!
Going to a Good Cause
Every dollar of your $150 entry fee goes back to anglers as prize money — 100% payback, guaranteed. Beyond the water, your participation helps fuel sponsorships, raffles, and fundraising that directly support Mighty River Recovery's ongoing work protecting and restoring the St. Johns River. Learn more about Mighty River Recovery here.
Reserve your team's entry today!
The Mud Hole St. Johns Showdown — Boat Entry
$150 per boat
Join us Sunday, November 22nd, for The Mud Hole St. Johns Showdown, a bass fishing tournament on Lake Monroe benefiting Mighty River Recovery and its mission to restore fish and wildlife habitat on the St. Johns River.
Format:
Two-angler team tournament. Each boat competes for the heaviest 5-fish limit (size exemptions will be provided). No live bait allowed.
What's Included:
- Full tournament entry for your two-angler team
- Lunch on tournament day
- Access to the Captains Meeting (Nov 21st, 3:30 PM at Mud Hole) — full rules briefing, goodie bag pickup, and registration signing
- A goodie bag packed with gear, swag, and discount codes from top brands
- Eligibility to compete for cash payouts — 100% of entry fees paid back to anglers
- Entry into raffles at the Captains Meeting and weigh-in
- Free Mighty River Recovery membership
Tournament Details:
- Date: Sunday, November 22nd, 2026
- Location: Lake Monroe
- Launch: Wayside Park
- Weigh-In: Boat Tree Marina
- Captains Meeting: Saturday, Nov 21st, 3:30 PM at Mud Hole — one team member must attend and sign in
Requirements:
- At least one team member must attend the Captains Meeting
Your $150 entry fee is paid back 100% to anglers as tournament prize money. Beyond the water, your participation helps fuel sponsorships, raffles, and direct support for Mighty River Recovery's conservation work on the St. Johns River.
Spots are limited — reserve your team's entry today.
Pickup available at Warehouse
Usually ready in 24 hours
The Mud Hole St. Johns Showdown
Warehouse
2133 Component Loop
Suite 1001
Oviedo FL 32765
United States
Title Sponsor
Milwaukee Tool has built heavy-duty tools since 1924 and supports conservation and the communities its users live in. As presenting sponsor, Milwaukee Tool is helping fund Mighty River Recovery's work to restore fish and wildlife habitat on the St. Johns River, for a healthier fishery for the anglers and families who depend on it.
Visit Milwaukee ToolFeatured Sponsors
SDC
Bass Care / Big Bass Prize Sponsor
Central 28 Beer
Beer Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Bishop's Marine & Auto
CFB Outdoors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
American Air Plumbing & Electric
Bechtol Engineering and Testing
Coastal Cable Construction
Elite Engineering
NLBN - No Live Bait Needed
Raffle Sponsors
5Alive Fishing Gear
Airboat & Gator Charters
Backcast Guide Co.
Cortland
Crescent Fish Camp
Daiwa
Danco Sports Inc.
Dry Pocket Apparel
Fitzgerald Fishing
Free Fly
Gambler Lure Co.
Johnny Jigs
NLBN - No Live Bait Needed
Scenko Stix
Simms
Smith
Simms
Total Vision Deland
Warrior Massage
Z-Man
All proceeds from The Mud Hole St. Johns Showdown will go directly to Mighty River Recovery. Funding is provided through your generous support of sponsors, purchases, and raffle tickets for amazing donated prizes. Get ready to hit the water for a good cause — your entry can make a real impact on the St. Johns River.
Lake Monroe, FL
Lake Monroe is a Central Florida lake that makes up part of the St. Johns River system. With an area of 8.771 acres, Lake Monroe is nestled between Sanford on its southern shore and Deltona along its northern shore.
Boats launch from Wayside Park, with weigh-ins held at Boat Tree Marina.
Interactive Fishing MapFrequently Asked Questions
Have questions about the Mud Hole St. Johns Showdown? You're in the right place. Below you'll find answers to the most common questions about this event.
What is the format?
The Mud Hole St. Johns Showdown is a two-angler team tournament. Each boat competes for the heaviest 5-fish limit (legal-size Largemouth Bass only, per Florida FWC regulations). All fish must be kept alive in a livewell and presented at live weigh-in — no dead fish, no exceptions beyond standard penalty deductions. Standings are determined by total stringer weight. No live bait allowed.
What's included with my entry?
Tournament entry, a goodie bag, lunch, access to the Captains Meeting, and eligibility for cash payouts — 100% of entry fees paid back to anglers.
Do I need to attend the Captains Meeting?
Yes, at least one member of your team must attend. It's held Saturday, November 21st at 3:30 PM at Mud Hole, and includes full tournament rules, goodie bag pickup, and registration signing.
Where do we launch?
Boats launch from Wayside Park on Lake Monroe in Sanford, FL.
Where is the weigh-in?
Weigh-ins are held at Boat Tree Marina in Sanford, FL.
How much is the raffle?
Raffle tickets will be $5 for 1, $20 for 5, $100 for 25.
What are the prizes?
The St. Johns Showdown is a 100% payback tournament - that means all boat registration costs go back to anglers in cash prizes. We are doing a 1 in 7 payback so for every 7 registrations, a cash prize will be rewarded. Along with the 100% payback, we will have a $1000 big bass prize. Catch the largest bass and win $1000 dollars!
Where can I buy raffle tickets?
Raffle tickets will be available all day at the Mud Hole Block Party, Captains Meeting, and during the day of the event.
Can my company sponsor the event?
Absolutely! We have multiple levels of sponsorship, so there are opportunities for your company based on budget and availability. Please contact Kevin Landers, Event and Community Marketing Manager, at KLanders@fog-usa.com
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Any Additional Questions?
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