Salmon season is just around the corner in Alaska, and IGFA Captain Scott Edgar is gearing up to make this season unforgettable. Join him aboard the premium fleet of Reel Alaska Fishing Charters Fishing Charters, specializing in all 5 species of salmon beginning in June: bit.ly/3nXd2il

IGFA X TackleWebs have teamed up to introduce the Proper Support Weigh Bag - designed to ensure the safe, stress-free weighing of 🐟 . This partnership marks a significant step towards sustainable fishing, with each purchase supporting conservation: bit.ly/44n34Mx

Since the introduction of the IGFA All-Tackle Length Junior category in March last year, Julia Mason Bernstein has remarkably set 16 IGFA All-Tackle Length Junior World Records, including this impressive 80-centimeter bluefish in Summerland Key, Florida, on February 19, 2024.

Your enthusiasm about our Kids Fishing Camp returning to the Bahamas helped raise $$$ for youth angling education! New challenge: if our latest Facebook post reaches 1K shares, $5K will be donated to expand IGFA Kids Fishing Camps throughout the Bahamas! bit.ly/3xLFCw0

BIG NEWS: the 2024 IGFA World Record Game Fishes is here!

As the world’s definitive publication of recreational angling records, the 2024 edition includes cover art by renowned marine artist Dennis Friel and feature articles by industry authorities: igfa.org/2024/04/12/igf…

This summer, 20 kids from North Abaco, Bahamas will have the incredible opportunity to join the IGFA and Friends of the Environment for a week of outdoor exploration and fishing fun. Learn more about our Passports to Fishing program here: bit.ly/4ao5BZ8

As #WomensHistoryMonth ends, we spotlight Sarah 'Chisie' Farrington, a legendary angler with 11 IGFA World Records. She shattered norms alongside giants like Hemingway. Her writings in Harper’s Bazaar + Vogue pioneered women in sports, while 'Women Can Fish' is her lasting legacy

On February 28, 2023 Lea Anne Powell landed this impressive 5.53-kilogram (12-pound, 3-ounce) largemouth bass, setting the IGFA Women’s 6-kg (12 lb) Line Class World Record for the species.

📍 Lake O. H. Ivie, Texas, USA

On October 22, 2023, NG Yam Pin was fishing in Putussibau, Indonesia, when he landed this beautiful 10.21-kilogram (22-pound, 8-ounce) giant Borneo gourami to set the new IGFA All-Tackle World Record for the species. After a quick fight, he weighed and released the fish safely.

From NY socialite to fishing icon, Eugenie 'Genie' Marron's journey began with a wild chase for a 430lb tuna, leading to legendary catches like a 772lb swordfish. A pioneer who broke barriers, her legacy sails on. Dive into her story: bit.ly/3VG8wb9 #WomensHistoryMonth

Thrilled to announce we're hosting the 7th International Billfish Symposium with Wild Oceans in San Diego this fall! 🎣🌊 Experts will unite for billfish conservation, science, and sustainable practices. Oct 8-10, 2024. Join us! Registration now open at bfsymposium.org

It's Women's History Month and we want to celebrate the women and girls who are making fishing history TODAY. Sound off in the comments below!

On 3/9/24, IGFA Chairman Roy Cronacher landed this 26.90-kilogram (59-pound, 5-ounce) swordfish on fly to potentially set the IGFA Men’s 10-kg (20 lb) Tippet Class World Record for the species. This record is currently pending and under review.

Helen Lerner defied societal norms by pursuing her passion for angling. We’re celebrating Helen's legacy this #InternationalWomensDay and continue to support women in pursuing their angling dreams, no matter what obstacles they may face. bit.ly/3LBwL50

Dept. of Commerce advances a rule to limit vessels 35ft+ to 10knots along US East Coast to protect North Atlantic Right Whales, affecting 810k jobs & $230B in the economy. Critics argue for better tech solutions. More details in National Marine Manufacturers Association
press release: bit.ly/3VakCZO

The US Fish & Wildlife Service is allocating over $1.3 billion for conservation & recreational access for anglers & hunters, funded by excise taxes on gear & fuel. Over $28B has been provided since 1937. More info on the Sport Fish Restoration Program: bit.ly/3V4JZvS

Celebrating Francesca LaMonte this #WomensHistoryMonth : a pioneering ichthyologist who broke barriers in sport fish biology, helped found the IGFA, + inspired generations. Her work with billfish, tuna, + preserving marine habitats leaves a lasting legacy: bit.ly/4c3Xgeb

In recognition of their extraordinary contributions to recreational angling around the world, The International Game Fish Association has named five angling greats to the 2024 class of the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame: igfa.org/2024/02/29/igf…

On March 9, 1997, Del Wiseman Jr. set the IGFA All-Tackle World Record for red grouper with this 19.16-kilogram (42-pound, 4-ounce) fish. Del was fishing off St. Augustine, Florida when this impressive red struck his live bait. Del’s record has now stood for more than 25 years!

On 03/14/03, Dave Huckle set the IGFA Men’s 10-kg (20 lb) Line Class World Record with this 67.92-kilogram (149-pound, 12-ounce) Nile perch off of Rubondo Island, Tanzania. After a 55-min battle, Dave landed the perch and brought it to Rubondo Island Camp for an official weight.