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.
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
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.
