This is a book about sport fishing in the gulf of mexico, plus a bit about freshwater fishing. The official national freshwater fishing hall of fame world records book. Remember that this chart shows the world records for fish caught on fly lines. If your fish beats the current record, get it registered at the nearest tackle shop. This list highlights some of the most impressive world record catches ever made on northern pike. Since the first annual igfa world record game fishes book appeared in 1943, the publication has enjoyed a legacy as one of the most reliable and complete sources of international fishing records and related reference materials.
A compilation of over 50 world record saltwater and freshwater fish photos in one video. Browse records in all searchable columns species sci name weight length in girth in location county date angler diver fishing type details that contain start with end with are equal to search. The longest fishing rod measures 22 m 45 cm 73 ft 7 in and was created by schweizerischer fischereiverband switzerland and was presented and measured in liestal, switzerland, on 19 june 2011. The time since last record fish was caught is 189 days. Fishing world records channel islands sportfishing fishing. If fishing is your favorite hobby, heres where to show off your spearing, netting, angling and trapping feats. Keep this chart of fly fishing world records with you, and if you catch a recordbeater, get the fish registered at the nearest tackle shop and wait for the endorsements to roll in. We work with leading global brands and businesses to break world records as part of bespoke marketing campaigns. The international game fish association, the organization that maintains the book of world record fishes, makes its headquarters in dania beach on floridas east coast. Whether you like deepsea fishing, reef fishing, bottom fishing or fly fishing, you can pursue it all here.
Pretest your fishing line, whether braid or monofilament, for potential world record attempts. Records and photos of the 500 largest freshwater fishes worldwide. Located in the sun soaked flatlands of florida, lake johnson offers stunning fishing where trophy size largemouth bass can grow over 12lb. Let our team help engage your audience through unforgettable moments of sheer amazement and wonder, whilst delivering bottomline results. Here are eight worldrecord freshwater fish thatve stood the test of time. Southeastern outdoors south carolina state fishing records. The hayes bass was actually disqualified from the igfa record book in 1996, as it. When the torch was passed in 1978, there were current freshwater records handed over to the igfa. Outfitting your fishing trip with the right equipment and clothing. Below are the current new jersey record saltwater fish.
Presented here are 25 memorable international game fish association world record catches made by flyrodders. The following list of state record fish is according to the south carolina department of natural resources and includes south carolinas two world record fish, the channel catfish and redbreast sunfish. Since it beat my personal best by about 2,660 pounds, i was duly impressed and figured he must have been fishing somewhere other than the canals of miami, florida. The story of the world record bluefin tuna mbg fishing. We have the world records for all the types fish in fresh water. Boat docks provide the fish with shelter from the hot sun, whilst areas of bulrush, lily pads and hydrilla will test your different retrieval techniques.
The book is in english, 243 pages in full color, the full story ken frasers journey and frustrations searching for a world record giant bluefin tuna. The obsessive quest for the worldrecord largemouth. Before heading to a cdfw facility, contact the regional headquarters office to determine if that facility is open. Four toprated fishing nets that wont leave you emptyhanded.
The fish changed my life, says myerson, 47, of wallingford, connecticut, a funloving outdoors guy who likes to laugh, tell stories and shoot from the hip when he gives talks to fishing groups. Mirage sportfishing igfa womens world record halibut. The world record bluefin tuna fishing charters for tuna. Records to include the angler, species, weight, date, venue, also referenced with a recognizable publication. Our fishing world records are official world record fish. The list is intended to include all categories of fish caught by anglers, that enter freshwater including coarse and game fish and some migratory sea fish. Glassell initially set the world record in 1952, when he became the first angler to catch a grander black marlin. In may, 2007, the program was revised to include retired categories of fish no longer included in the program, as well as retired historical records. So, in the realm of outdoor sports, which alltackle fishing records may. Fishing records nevada beyond the world famous casinos and the las vegas entertainment, many people enjoy the world class fishing found in nevada. A collection of fascinating facts about the biggest, longest, fastest, strangest, oldest, highest, heaviest, stupidest, coolest and best in the world of hunting and fishing.
Perfect coffee table book for the fishing addict you know. All fish must be weighed on either a state registered certified scale or with the approved baa scale and weight combo. These are not all the great flyrod records one can find in igfa records by any means, but all 25 are impressive by any measure. We work with leading global brands and businesses to break world records as part of. Please see the section on weighing instructions for details. The publication includes comprehensive information on all freshwater, saltwater and flyfishing world records for alltackle, line classes and lengthbased catch and release records, including new world records set in the last year. Gigantica has been fittingly named, to represent the huge carp that swim within its crystal clear depths. Home fishing records zane greys all tackle deepsea fishing records at one time, zane grey held the following records for deep sea fishing.
The igfa has officially approved sierra perezs halibut as the new womens 50 lb line class world record. He watched his record fall within days but reclaimed the title not long after. Sep 02, 2016 catching fish on a fly rod involves challenges unique to this specialized form of fishing. Top flyfishing world records sport fishing magazine. World record game fishes international game fish association. Our fishing world records are official world record fish caught in saltwater. The art of fishing for records provides stories, secrets, and strategies from barry osborn, a wildlife biologist and expert angler with over 200 records, including 17 world records and over 50 other fishingrelated awards. So enjoy your visit at the freshwater world records. Our fishing world records are official world record fish caught in freshwater. But i digress, and my attitude toward line class records may reflect my bass background. The fishing rod was made from the same materials than a regular fishing rod would be made from. Outdoor life may receive financial compensation for.
Fishing and diving records california department of fish. Catching fish on a fly rod involves challenges unique to this specialized form of fishing. The mirage didnt have much time to celebrate their world record mission. Do you think you just hauled in the next record catch. My fascination with records probably started when i was 11 or 12. The list is intended to include all categories of fish caught by anglers, that enter freshwater including coarse and game fish and some migratory. Japans chitetsu watanabe confirmed as the worlds oldest man living at 112 years old. Sign in and record yourself fishing or catching a fish. Elaborate the rules and regulations to set or to break the world records. Fishing records nevada weight, length, date, angler. Sierra has been fishing the mirage for many years with her dad randy perez. The art of fishing for records is a culmination of years of experience in documenting fishing records. Our authorized members, check, verify and admit, the authenticity of the world record applications, and finally register the world records. Apr 01, 2006 the outdoor life book of world records.
Igfa world record fish caught at channel islands sportfishing including 3 world record halibut and 1 world record white seabass. The author is an attorney, and so is an educated man. Florida is the place to go to catch worldclass fish. The international game fish association igfa keeps track of world record catches for almost every species of fish you can think of. Not only is it extremely informative on past bass records and famous fishermen, it also is just fun to read and written in a way that really keeps you reading. Whether you like deepsea fishing, reef fishing, bottom fishing or flyfishing, you can pursue it all here. The international game fish association, the organization that maintains the book of world record fishes, makes its. The first database that includes all large freshwater fish worldwide. Presented here are 25 memorable international game fish association worldrecord catches made by flyrodders. Add the fact that its several pounds heavier than the nextheaviest brook trout igfa has ever documented, and dr. Captained by tucker macomb the mirage headed out on an outer islands fishing trip.
Not only is it extremely informative on past bass records and famous fishermen, it also is just fun to read and. Cdfw is temporarily closing its high public use areas, including visitor centers and license counters, to help slow the spread of covid19 coronavirus. Jun 12, 2016 glassell initially set the world record in 1952, when he became the first angler to catch a grander black marlin. Information on purchasing licenses, permits, tags and other entitlements, can be found on cdfws online license site. For christmas i had gotten a copy of the guinness book of world records, and it listed alf deans 2,664pound great white shark as the largest fish ever caught on rod and reel. The 2018 edition includes comprehensive information on all freshwater, saltwater and flyfishing world records for alltackle, line classes and.
Sep 04, 2008 rod an reel world record fishing in the amazon. Use the search form above to find fishing world records for freshwater fish, saltwater fish, and more. See fishing records and legends at the international game fish association in dania beach. Current california angling and diving records search all columns or a specific column to filter data. The book is for sale on and other outlets and is available in various formats including an ebook version, a black and white paperback edition, and a full color paperback edition. Top 10 biggest pike world records of all time while wildly popular amongst anglers around the world, the igfa world record book shows that the biggest. I would recommend this book to anyone, especially if you like bass or fishing or the outdoors. The 2018 edition includes comprehensive information on all freshwater, saltwater and flyfishing world records for alltackle, line classes and lengthbased catch and release records, including new world records set in the last year. The author sets out to break as many igfa line class records as possible, and. Search for the biggest fish in the international game fish associations database of biggest fish for each species. All of the records have since been broken, but his accomplishments are still noted today by fishing enthusiasts.
The igfa has the worlds top museum dedicated to sport fishing and is a. Igfa world records international game fish association. Fishermans view welcome you to the saltwater world records for fish. Fishing world records channel islands sportfishing. Please include the following information in the email. The author sets out to break as many igfa line class records as possible, and in many cases, succeeds. The 50 biggest fish ever landed with a rod and reel field. So enjoy your visit at the saltwater world records. Fishing world records incorporate fish big and small, anglers young and old, and unfortunate encounters with shark hooks. Official world record association was created as a ngo organization to promote, verify, catalog and register world records. World records book freshwater fishing hall of fame. Im not really into fishing even though as a kid i loved to fish. Those fish were atlantic and pacific blue marlin, atlantic and pacific sailfish, swordfish, black marlin, white marlin, striped marlin and shortbilled spearfish.
Possessed the story of the world record bluefin tuna has been sold in over 30 countries and counting. This lake is a real test of your angling ability, you will need to be alert and have the right equipment to avoid being caught out here. This year the tradition of inspiring awe, appreciation, and an ethical approach to sport fishing continues with the selection of guy harveys roosterfish painting for. Freshwater world records for fish fishing guides fishermans view welcome you to the freshwater world records for fish. Sportfishing records caught at mirage sportfishing. The outdoor life book of world records outdoor life. You can search all igfa world records for freshwater and saltwater fishes in alltackleline class, alltackle length for male, female and junior anglers. The secondoldest world record in the igfa books, cooks brookie has survived a century, and that alone makes it a top contender for unbreakable status. We have the world records for all the types fish in salt water. Mirage sportfishing california halibut world record. Aug 19, 2015 top 10 biggest pike world records of all time while wildly popular amongst anglers around the world, the igfa world record book shows that the biggest pike in the world come from europe. Official and informal world records of freshwater fishes.
New records are caught every day and as these 10 records illustrate, you never know when your chance at a world record will arise. You never know when you could hook the big one when fly fishing. The journey itself took many years to complete and the book came along 25 years later. Currently there are 59 species of marine fish eligible for entry in the record fish program. The igfa world record game fishes book is the worlds definitive publication of recreational angling records. The exuma flats are world renowned for challenging bone fishing, and the 6,000foot depths of the exuma sound typically yield record numbers of wahoo, mahimahi, tuna, barracuda, blue marlin, king fish, sailfish and more. The exuma flats are worldrenowned for challenging bone fishing, and the 6,000foot depths of the exuma sound typically yield record numbers of wahoo. Benefit from barrys experience and learn how to plan, research, and master fishing techniques to achieve record success. Mirage sportfishing junior angler world record halibut. You can help set the guinness book of world record for most people fishing in one day. Tropic star lodge is the worlds premier fishing destination with more igfa fishing records than anywhere else.
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