Kids fishing tournament

Looking for something to do with the kids this weekend? The Old Salt Fishing Club is offering a free tournament for kids and teens at the Pier in downtown St. Petersburg from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday.

The kid's event is part of the Old Salt Loop Tournament, a five-day offshore fihsing adventure that is now in its 37th year. The West Coast of Florida isn't known for its marlin and sailfish, but they are out there in the Gulf of Mexico, you just have to travel to get them.

The boats left Thursday and will be back on Sunday with photos of their catch from the "Loop Current." The public is invited to come down to Vinoy Park from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m,. for the official "weigh in."

If you are planning to fish the kid's tournament, all you need is a fishing pole. The Old Salts will provide the shrimp and squid. And if that is not enough, formeer Tampa Bay Buccaneer Mike Alstott will be handing out the awards afterwards. Anglers must pre-register.