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Battle for the Buckle is Destin’s Saltwater Cowboy Fishing Tournament for the Saltwater Cowboys. Over $23,000 awarded in prize money! Join us as the Wild West battles the Beasts of the Gulf in support of Westonwood Ranch programs that help teens and young adults with developmental disabilities. Destin's Battle for the Buckle benefiting Westonwood Ranch is an opportunity for your company to get local and regional coverage all while supporting a worthy cause.
September 23rd- 26th, 2026
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
SALTWATER COWBOYS get ready to wrangle in the BIG ONE. Our tournament’s presenting sponsor and host site is Harbor Docks, Destin. The Weigh-Ins will be held on the docks in front of the restaurant from 4 PM to 7pm on each day with Saltwater Cowboy Awards on Sunday Sept 21st at 9am.
WED SEPT 23
Registration for the tournament opens at Harbor Docks from 4-6pm and Captain’s Dinner and Calcutta immediately follows at 6 PM. Fishing begins at 8pm on Wed Sept 23rd
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THURS SEPT 24-SATURDAY SEPT 26th
Destin’s Battle for the Buckle Fishing Tournament. Weigh-Ins at Harbor Docks are open from 4 PM to 7 PM. Daily Weigh in Jackpot of $1,000
SUN SEPT 21 Awards Brunch
Awards for the tournament winners 9-11 PM