Apex Predator Summer Showdown

Apex Predator Summer Showdown – 2026 The Hunt Expands. The Mission Continues. The Apex Predator Summer Showdown returns in August 2026 with an expanded format that opens participation to personal boats, and multiple dive outfitters as well as expanded hunt areas. This two-day conservation-focused tournament brings together the dive community to combat one of the greatest threats to Florida’s reefs — invasive lionfish.   Event Dates & Times   The Summer Showdown (Two Day Derby): Tournament Start: Saturday, August 29, 2026 – 7:00AM Tournament End: Sunday, August 30, 2026 – 4:00 PM Awards: Sunday, August 30, 2026 – 5:00 PM   Mini Showdown (Single Dive Derby): Tournament Start: Saturday, August 29, 2026 – 8:00AM Tournament End: Saturday, August 29, 2026 – 1:30 PM Awards: Saturday, August 29, 2026 – 1:00 PM   Tournament Format   The Summer Showdown (2 Day Derby) The Summer Showdown Derby runs both Saturday and Sunday and is open to: •         Personal boats •         Divers using their