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From Small Ponds to Pro Tournaments - Fishing is Big Business

Whether fishing ponds, lakes or the deep blue seas, America's 49 million anglers are a formidable economic force. With $50 billion in annual retails sales and a $125 billion economic impact, recreational fishing is a powerhouse industry that shows no sign of slowing down. 

Research by the U.S. Bureau of Analysis highlights the tremendous economic impact of sportfishing.

Fishing & boating make the greatest contribution to the outdoor sector, equating to $36.9 billion of Real Gross Output. 

The Gross Output of outdoor recreation exceeds that of motor vehicle or computer manufacturing.

In 2018, fishing participation grew by 300,000 anglers - the highest number since 2007.

49.4 MILLION ANGLERS

17.9 AVG. OUTINGS PER YEAR

49.4 MILLION ANGLERS



883 MILLION OUTINGS

17.9 AVG. OUTINGS PER YEAR

49.4 MILLION ANGLERS



17.9 AVG. OUTINGS PER YEAR

17.9 AVG. OUTINGS PER YEAR

17.9 AVG. OUTINGS PER YEAR



From freshwater lakes to salty seas, anglers spawn economic growth in the communities they fish.

Freshwater Fishing

Freshwater Fishing

Freshwater Fishing

Freshwater fishing has a strong lead over the other categories bringing in $41.9 billion and an 11% increase in anglers since 2011. 

Saltwater Fishing

Freshwater Fishing

Freshwater Fishing

Saltwater fishing added $18.9 billion to the economy - more than double the revenue of all Major League Baseball teams combined.

Great Lake Fishing

Freshwater Fishing

Great Lake Fishing

Great Lakes fishing reeled in $3.1 billion - more than the total value of the Los Angeles Lakers NBA team.

A great day on the water often begins with a trip to the sporting goods store

 Whether fishing from a high-dollar center console boat or wearing out the grass along a favored spot on a river bank, a successful day of fishing isn’t just measured in the amount and size of fish caught, but also in the essentials that make a day more fun and comfortable. To achieve fishing success, anglers must often first purchase fishing gear, bait, sunscreen, fuel, snacks, drinks, ice and more.    

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