Welcome
American Saltwater Guides Association
We are a community of forward-thinking guides, small business owners and like-minded anglers who understand the value of fish in the water. We realize that abundance equals opportunity for all, and that such opportunity is more important to the future of our fisheries than filling the cooler today.


Empowering THE ANGLING Community
Our Voices Matter
Passionate Advocacy
Join our community and support our shared way of life. Your membership ensures we continue living our passion for the oceans, connecting with customers, friends, and loved ones. Be part of a community that values the ocean’s treasures and preserves them for future generations.
A Shared Voice
Our unwavering angling pursuits drive millions in tourism dollars that support local businesses, fishing guides, tackle shops, restaurants and accommodations. Our voice represents an entire industry.
Abundance Creates Opportunity
Opportunity drives effort. It’s pretty simple: people don’t fish when there are no fish to catch. Help us sustain fish populations and ensures people can continue pursuing their passion. Be a part of the community driving effort through opportunity.
Guardians of the Seas
By becoming a member, you advocate for strong state and federal fisheries laws. Your support is crucial for ensuring sustainable living for decades. Join us in shaping laws with teeth through a thoughtful and collaborative process. Be a guardian of our fisheries and our future.
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Latest News in Our Community
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Guide to ASMFC’s Draft Addendum III for Atlantic Striped Bass
Imagery Courtesy of Sean Cobelli Media We encourage anglers, guides and conservationists to use this public comment as a resource when participating in the upcoming

Sea Trout Take Center Stage: 2025 FWC Symposium Reconsiders Management
Last week, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) hosted the 2025 Sea Trout Symposium. The event brought together anglers, guides, scientists, agency staff, and

We Stand on the Shoulders of Giants.
Photo Credit: Guiding Flow TV The fishing industry has lost an icon. The family and friends of Philip “Flip” Pallot are terribly saddened to share

Tagging Jacks: Conservation Through Collaboration
Earlier this summer, the Jack Project took another big step forward. On the waters of the Gulf of Mexico, scientist Dr. Marcus Drymon from the

Key Outcomes from the ASMFC 2025 Summer Meeting: Striped Bass, Red Drum, and Menhaden Under Scrutiny
Fisheries management along the Atlantic coast is a mess, and the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) continues to prove why with its latest moves

Accused of Nothing – The “No-Targeting Nightmare”
Striped bass anglers from Maine to Virginia have spent years navigating shifting regulations meant to protect the fish we love. However, among the most confusing