Sport Fishermen  -  About  -  How to submit fishing reports

How to submit fishing reports


Thank you for your interest in submitting your fishing report to us at sportfishermen.com. We are currently working on a system where you'll be able to post your own reports, but for now are using an email based system. All reports should be sent directly to reports@sportfishermen.com and they will be uploaded to our new regional fishing reports section. It's a great way to expose your business, share some valuable information, or just show off!

If you aren't comfortable or don't have the time to email us your reports, use the following link to get instructions on our audio reports feature, which allows you to enter your reports by phone.
http://www.sportfishermen.com/board/f189/instructions-audio-fishing-reports-sportfishermen-com-24419.html

The suggested information below is just what we feel make for a good thorough report which helps it be valuable for you, your business if applicable, and most importantly for the report reader.This is not a hard outline or format that must be followed exactly, however it can be used that way. You have total freedom over how you'd like your report to appear and need not keep this exact format if you would prefer to create your own.

Header

Date, State, Area Fished and Home Port - Or Business and Location

Weather and Water Conditions

  • Air and Water Temp
  • Sea or Surf Conditions
  • General Weather Conditions, Barometric Pressure, Weather Patterns
  • SST Info. temp breaks etc.
  • Water Clarity and Color
  • Tide Stages

Fishing Info

  • Targeted Species
  • Tackle and Methods Used
  • Bait Used

Catch Report

  • Quantity and type of fish caught
  • What was kept and Released
  • Bycatch, "Junk" or Nuisance Fish
  • Bite Conditions
  • Preferred Baits/Rigs/Lures

Final Tally

  • total catch
  • any additional info or stories
  • Tips or things learned

Photos

  • photos if possible
  • action photos, fish photos, rigging or photos of interest
  • Any other information can be added throughout the reports as you feel necessary.

Businesses should also include the following:

Boats

  • Captain's Name
  • Boat Name
  • Email
  • Website
  • Phone
  • Home Port

Retailers

  • Reporter's Name
  • Shop Name
  • Website
  • Phone
  • Street Address

Please Contact Managing Editor - Bryan Rose at bryan@sportfishermen.com with any questions.