The Rodbender

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CHARTER CAPTAIN WINS BIG AND GIVES BACK TO THE COMMUNITY

Captain Keith Allston, owner of the "Rodbender" Charter Fishing Service of Solomon's Island, Maryland has had a record-breaking year! Winner of both the Rod & Reel Pro Am and the Maryland Saltwater Sportsmen's Association (MSSA) Tournaments in May of 2006, Keith went on to highlight his expert docking skills as the first place winner of the Calvert Watermans Association's Boat Docking Competition for boats 45 feet and above in October. " I'm proud to represent Solomons Island and our entire fleet of professional fishermen", said Keith, "I really enjoy what I do, and having the opportunity to participate in, and then win these major competitions is amazing" he added.

In addition to his many tournament wins, Captain Keith has partnered with Marines Helping Marines, a program of the Marine Corps League. This past July, Keith and his crew donated a day of fishing for wounded and amputee veterans from the Walter Reed Army Medical Center and Bethesda Naval Hospital. "We were delighted to have a day outside on the water. Captain Keith made sure that everyone had a wonderful day and we caught lots of fish!", said Don Paterson, Commandant of the Southern Maryland Leathernecks. The group of men and women, who served with all branches of the military were treated to a day onboard the Rodbender" as well as a Southern Maryland style fish fry.

In keeping with his winning streak, Keith Allston and his charter boat the Rodbender just hooked 5th place in the largest rockfish tournament on the East Coast -- the MID-ATLANTIC ROCKFISH SHOOTOUT in Virginia Beach, which ran from January 11th through the 13th. With over 750 anglers entered in this prestigious event, the 5th place win after such an outstanding year is a grand achievement for Keith and his seasoned crew. Hauling in the big ones to win this competition is an awesome rush, Participating in this prestigious event is exciting Rockfish caught are donated to local food banks and to serve at the event.

When asked about the status of local fishing in the Chesapeake Bay, Potomac and Patuxent Rivers, Keith quickly states "I want every sportfishing enthusiast to know there is fantastic fishing here in their own back yard that's why I have such great success in these tournaments, and why my crew and I fish every day."

For additional information, or to book a charter with Captain Keith Allston aboard the Rodbender, call 301.399.4505, or visit his website www.rodbendermd.com

See photo below of Marines helping Marines onboard the Rodbender.

For Marine helping Marine verification and contact info:
Don Patterson:(301) 274-0100 e-mail: don@oohrah.net

For information and/or reservations
call Captain Keith Allston, Jr.
(301) 399-4505
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