Fishin’ For The Mission22 Spring Sea Bass Tournament.
2026-05-29 06:00 - 2026-05-31 17:00 (America/New_York)
This family sea bass tournament is confined to Massachusetts waters and will benefit the Mission22 charity, a non-profit that helps veterans in crisis. There are several tiers of entry from the $20 junior angler, to the $100 adult entry—the heaviest fish takes home $3000, second place nets $1500, third gets $750 and there are many more prizes. Please visit www.fishingforthemission22.org for more information.

2nd Annual Great South Bay Poker Run
2026-05-30
The Great South Bay Poker Run returns for its second year on May 30th. For more details on the event, head over to gsbpokerrun.com.

Surf Rats Ball Tournament
2026-06-01 - 2026-06-30
Catch and release striped bass tournament. Proceeds will benefit the Kids Need More charity. Entry fee is a $35 membership to www.surfratsball.com. Visit the website for additional info.

Manhattan Cup C&R Striper Tournament
2026-06-05
New York City’s exclusive catch and release striped bass contest benefits service veterans and the Fisheries Conservation Trust. Visit manhattancup.com.

June 6-7. NJSFSC Jamboree.
2026-06-06 08:00 - 2026-06-07 17:00
Presented by the New Jersey State Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs (NJFSC) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Griffin & Howe at Hudson Farm, 270 Stanhope Road in Andover. For details visit njsfsc.org.

Quest for the Ring Championship Week
2026-06-12 - 2026-06-18
Coach Jimmy Johnson returns to Farley State Marina at the Golden Nugget in Atlantic City with a $1 million guaranteed purse on the offshore grounds. For details go to questfortheringac.com.

6th Annual BHMTC Tuna Open
2026-06-13 - 2026-06-20
Presented by the Beach Haven Marlin and Tuna Club at 420 West Pennsylvania Ave. in Beach Haven. Eligible species include bigeye, bluefin, longfin and yellowfin with optional calcuttas. Go to tunaopen.com.

Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Meeting
2026-06-16 - 2026-06-18
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet at the Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria on 801 North Saint Asaph Street in Alexandria, VA. For more information go to MAFMC.org.

JCSA 1st Annual Thresher Tournament
2026-06-20
The Jersey Coast Shark Anglers put shark anglers back in the competition with door prizes and a mako release calcutta. Weigh-ins at Capt. Bill’s Landing on the Manasquan. For details go to jcsa.org.

Little Big Fishing Tournament
2026-06-25 05:00 - 16:00
Put on by E.J. Jaxtimer Builder, Inc. this charitable tournament benefits the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cape Cod. With up to 35 boats and more than 175 anglers of all ages expected, the Little Big Fishing Tournament, might not be so little anymore! The cost is $350 per boat and food will be provided by Baxter’s Fish and Chips! For more information please visit www.jaxtimer.com/thelittlebigfishingtournament.

Great Gun Anglers Offshore/Inshore Tournament
2026-06-27
The Great Gun Anglers host their annual Offshore/Inshore Tournament with a captains meeting set for June 26 at 7 p.m. at Rock Hill Country Club. The meeting will include raffles and door prizes. Tournament fishing takes place June 27 with two divisions: Inshore ($100 per boat) and Offshore ($300 per boat). Calcutta options will be available. For more information, call Frank at 516-779-9355.

Valley Stream Fishing Weekend
2026-06-27 10:00 - 2026-06-28 16:00
Participate in a free beginner’s fishing clinic hosted by NYSDEC at Arthur Hendrickson Park in Valley Stream, Nassau County on Saturday, 6/29 and Sunday, 6/30 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. For more information and to pre-register, email the NYSDEC Region 1 Fisheries Office at fwfish1@dec.ny.gov, 631-444-0280.

NJ Marine Fisheries Council Meeting
2026-07-09
Scheduled for 5 p.m. at the Galloway Twp. Branch of the Atlantic Co. Library, 306 East Jimmie Leeds Road in Galloway. For details call 609-292-7794.

Town of Islip Public Freshwater Clinic
2026-07-16 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-07-30 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-08-13 17:30 - 19:30
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs alongside NYSDEC will be hosting a free fishing Clinic located at Knapps Lake at Brookwood Hall, East Islip from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Loaner poles and bait will be provided. Only 25 are spots are available per session. Preregistration required, call (631) 224-5430.

JCSA Fluke Fever Tournament
2026-07-18
Presented by the Jersey Coast Shark Anglers. Captains meeting at 385 Herbertsville Rd. in Brick. For details contact Rick Carroll at 732-773-3409 or Frank Ross at 732-856-2576. Visit jcsa.org.

Freedom to Fish Lynn Fishing Derby
2026-07-18 08:00 - 15:00 | Blossom Street Pier, 379 Blossom St, Lynn, MA
A day-long fishing derby and luncheon to say thank you to Veterans of Lynn and the surrounding communities. The fishing derby will be held in Lynn’s beautiful harbor and culminating at the Blossom Street ferry site where there will be a weigh-in and cook-out. For more information or to sign up, please follow “freedomfishlynn” on Facebook or call 781-581-9399.

Great Gun Moriches Anglers Take a Vet Fishing
2026-07-25
Vets will be treated to a day of fishing with all bait, tackle, and boats supplied by the club and local volunteers followed by a barbecue. Registration for veterans will begin at the Union Avenue Dock in Center Moriches at 8 a.m. on July 25th. For more information call (631) 813-8663.

Block Island Inshore Fishing Tournament
2026-07-25 05:00 - 2026-07-26 12:00 | Block Island FishWorks, Ocean Ave, New Shoreham, RI, United States
Compete in the expanded field of nine inshore species categories, bonito, false albacore, bluefin tuna, yellowfin tuna, mahi, striped bass, bluefish, black sea bass and fluke—the albie, striper and bluefish categories will be catch-photo-release only. There are also prize categories for youth, shore, fly, team achievements and even for the best wind farm photo. With over $13,000 in prizes, you don’t want to miss this one. Visit www.sandypointco.com for more information.

$150 Boat Team Registration
$35 Beach Angler – Per Person

Hooks For Heroes Summer Fluke Slam
2026-08-01
The 10th Annual Hooks for Heroes Summer Fluke Slam, presented by Scotty’s Fishing Station, returns to Point Lookout to benefit veterans and first responders. The Captain’s Meeting and tournament registration will be held Friday, July 31, from 5 to 9 p.m. with live music, food and drink specials. Tournament fishing begins Saturday, August 1, at 6 a.m., with weigh-ins from 3 to 6 p.m., followed by the awards ceremony. Entry is $40 per angler, with optional Calcuttas available. Scotty’s Fishing Station, 72 Bayside Drive, Point Lookout, NY. For more information or to register, visit Hooks for Heroes.

ASMFC Summer Meeting
2026-08-03 - 2026-08-06
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) will hold their annual summer meeting at the Westin Crystal City, 1800 Richmond Highway, Arlington, VA. For details and webinar link go to ASMFC.org.

53rd Annual White Marlin Open
2026-08-03 - 2026-08-08
Held annually in Ocean City, MD the tournament awards prize money for catches of white marlin, blue marlin, tuna, wahoo, and dolphin. For details go to whitemarlinopen.com.

Great Gun Anglers Fluke Tournament
2026-08-08
The Great Gun Anglers Fluke Tournament is set for August 8 and will be held rain or shine. Weigh-in will take place at Union Avenue Dock. Entry fee is $75 per boat. Additional details are expected soon. For more information, contact John at 631-879-2809.

57th Annual White Marlin Invitational
2026-08-10 - 2026-08-15
Presented by Beach Haven Marlin and Tuna Club, with captain’s choice two of four available fishing days. For details go to whitemarlininvitational.com.

Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Meeting
2026-08-10 - 2026-08-13
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet at the Westin Philadelphia at 99 South 17th Street in Philadelphia, PA. For more information go to MAFMC.org.

4th Annual Arrowhead Fluke Tournament
2026-08-15
Presented by the Jersey Coast Shark Anglers. Captains meeting on August 14 at the Arrowhead Inn on Rt. 88 in Brick. For details contact Rick Carroll at 732-773-3409 or Frank Ross at 732-856-2576. Visit jcsa.org.

Corey Beach Crabbing and Snapper Fishing Clinic
2026-08-20 17:30 - 19:30
Starts at 5:30 p.m. at Corey Beach Blue Point boat ramp. Free admission. For more information contact Walter Burak at (631) 444-0283.

Island Yacht Yard Party & Demo Day
2026-08-22 11:00 - 20:00
Island Yacht at Captain Bill’s Marina will host its annual Yard Party & Demo Day on Saturday, August 22. Demo rides and on-the-water sea trials run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., followed by a Yard Party from 4 to 8 p.m. featuring live music, food and drinks, giveaways, raffles, and the opportunity to meet the Island Yacht team and industry representatives. The event is free and family friendly. Island Yacht at Captain Bill’s Marina, 133 Ocean Avenue, Bay Shore.

The Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth
2026-08-29 - 2026-08-30
Up to $40,000 in cash prizes. Grand prize of $25,000 for heaviest bluefish, 2nd place $7,500 and 3rd place $2,500. Cash prizes for 4th through 20th place. Port prize for heaviest fish at each participating weigh-in station in Connecticut and New York. The 2026 registration fee is $36. Register by calling 203-366-BLUE or apply in person at any one of the registration stations around the Sound in CT and NY. Registration includes a 2026 Greatest Bluefish Tournament t-shirt. To get a complete list of registration/weigh-in stations, FAQ’s, rules, or to register, visit bluefishtournament.com.
