ISLAMORADA, Florida Keys — Female anglers are to fly-cast for four species in the Women’s Fall Fly Classic, to take place in Islamorada Monday through Thursday, Oct. 4-7. Once focused only on bonefish, the challenge now targets tarpon, snook and redfish as well.

The tournament kickoff is scheduled Monday, Oct. 4, with a rules meeting and cocktail party at the Islamorada Fishing Club, mile marker 82 bayside in Islamorada.

During the following three days of angling, all boats are to depart from and return to the club. An awards party is planned at the club Thursday, Oct. 7, after the final day of fishing.There are no minimum size requirements for bonefish, but tarpon, snook and redfish must measure a minimum of 20 inches long to be eligible for release points. Anglers accrue release points for each species. Bonefish are worth 250 points, redfish 100 points, snook 125 points and tarpon 175 points. A backcountry slam (releasing a tarpon, snook and redfish on the same day) earns 150 bonus points, while a flats slam (releasing a tarpon, permit and bonefish on the same day) qualifies for 250 bonus points.The registration fee of $600 per angler is due by Aug. 30.

For information, rules and an application to compete in the Women’s Fall Fly Classic, visit www.womensflyseries.com or contact Charlotte Ambrogio at 305-942-0428.