Acclaimed catch-photo-release tournament starring the toothy pickerel, yellow perch, and several other species. Organized and benefiting Coastal Conservation Association Maryland. All MD, DC, and DE tidal and non-tidal waters are open to fishing. Four months long---November 1st through 11:59 p.m., February 28th. Awards and celebration party to be held after the tournament at a location […]
More than 190 tables of fishing and boating vendors under the tents and ballroom at Kurtz's Beach, 2070 Kurtz Avenue, Pasadena, Maryland 21122. Oysters on the half shell, food and drink (including beer and wine), and more. Click here for full details.
Friends of Fletcher's Cove's annual "Shad Night 2026" will be held February 22nd IN-PERSON, 4-8 p.m. at Orvis Tysons Corner. This years marks a return to the event's social, in-person origins with a guest panel of speakers sharing angling and scientific insights about the American and Hickory Shad spring run in the Potomac and other […]
Save the Date: February 28, 2026 A full-day of informative sessions on conservation, critical area law, outdoor planning, stormwater management, native flora and fauna, environmental best practices, and so much more. Breakfast, lunch, keynote addresses, awards, and networking included. Click here for full details.
One of the east coast’s premier shows, the Maryland Fly Fishing and Collectible Tackle Show brings together fishing enthusiasts throughout the mid-Atlantic region with high-quality fly-fishing dealers for a day of tackle review, sales, demonstrations, seminars, clinics, and conversation. Plus, a number of collectible fly-fishing tackle dealers on hand, offering a unique selection of vintage […]
Presented by the Annapolis Anglers Club. Features dozens of local tackle and fishing vendors, seminars with boat captains and expert anglers, food and beverages (pit beef sandwiches, oysters, etc.), charter captains/guides on site, raffle prizes, and much more. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $5 per person; kids 14 & under are free. Click […]
Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center hosts it's annual Little Bobbers Fishing Derby. Registration is open. WHERE: The ponds on-site at the Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center in Grasonville WHO: Children ages 3-9 (Must be accompanied by an adult at all times) COST: FREE thanks to sponsors! (Pre-registration online is required) Click here for full details.
Four day sportfishing/legislative conference/expo event in the heart of Washington, D.C. Connect with legislators, engage with top Administration officials, and gain insight into the sportfishing policies shaping our future. Experience Washington, DC’s most notable attractions and take part in hands-on advocacy training for first-time attendees. Click here for full details, schedule, and registration information.
Howard County Recreation & Park's fun, spring fishing tournament returns. Boat or shoreline anglers, fish for prizes in this catch-and-release event. Children 13 years and under win prizes and trophies. Adults win prize money and trophies. Prize categories include bass, bluegill, catfish, crappie, and trout. T-shirts are given to preregistered participants. Bring bait and tackle. […]
2026 tournament will be held August 3rd through 8th. The White Marlin Open is a 50-plus-year-old deep-sea fishing tournament held annually in Ocean City, Maryland. The tournament awards prize money for catches of white marlin, blue marlin, tuna, wahoo, dolphin, and swordfish. When measured by both the amount of prize money and the number of […]