Support Local Fishing Events
Taking time to enjoy and support the many 2025 fishing derby’s around the United States is beneficial. There are so many amazing people in our country. People from all walks of life that make life better. Talented people that create crafts, foods, and more. Visit some of the local fishing derby’s in your area.
Illinois
https://www.kankakeefishingderby.com
https://www.kankakeefishingderby.com/assets/files/FishingPosterLg2025.pdf
Winter Haven, Florida
Founded in 1970, the Winter Haven Lunker Lovers Bass Club is a B.A.S.S.- affiliated draw club fishing the Kissimmee Chain, Lake Okeechobee, Lake Istokpoga, and other waters in central Florida. The Club welcomes new members – both boat owners and those who wish to fish as a co-angler.
https://www.wh-lunkerlovers.com/tournaments
Newburyport, Massachusetts
The Northeast Bluefin Showdown is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization. We are hosting our 4th annual giant bluefin tuna tournament where top fishermen compete for cash prizes while helping raise funds for charity. This year our charity partner is U Maine Foundation’s Highly Migratory Conservation Species Fund. Donations will benefit the Pelagic Fisheries Lab run by Walt Golet. All vessels intending to weigh in a qualifying fish must contact the Tournament Weighmaster on the Tournament Channel 8 for instructions on proceeding to the weigh station at Newburyport, Marshfield or Portland.
Tennessee
Fishing Contests, Derbies & Tournaments for Tennessee
https://www.tbcpress.com/Fishing-tournaments-Derbies-TN.html