Provides rewards to encourage anglers to report and live release bass 8 pounds and larger in Florida
TrophyCatch:
• Provides reward incentives to encourage anglers to report and live release trophy largemouth bass (more than 8 pounds) in Florida.
• Creates public/private partnerships to protect trophy bass, promote fishing, and support conservation programs.
• Documents and awards trophy catches so that the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission can continue to learn more about produc
06/06/2026
Lake Hernando double digit
Jason Castellanos was the proud catcher-and-releaser of this fine 10 lbs. 1 oz. bass from Lake Hernando! Double digit bass (weighing 10 pounds or more) represent only a small fraction of 1% of the many bass out there, making each one a special catch. With a TrophyCatch release, another lucky angler — maybe YOU! — will have a chance to join the double digit club. Well done, Jason!
06/04/2026
Lee County land catch
You don't need a boat to chase a trophy in Florida the Bass Fishing Capital of the World! Harrison Parker caught this chunky 8 lbs. 5 oz. bass with shoe leather and a good cast. She's a beaut — nicely done!
06/02/2026
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06/02/2026
Indian River Sunrise
There's nothing better than being out on the water early on a beautiful morning — unless it's adding a trophy Florida bass to the mix! Tyler Young landed this nice Indian River County bass, with the weight at 8 lbs. 11 oz. for a solid Lunker Club catch. Nicely done, on a great day!
05/30/2026
Kayak katch
This is Ted Lincoln's FOURTH ten-pounder caught from a kayak! This specimen weighed 10 lbs. 9 oz. and was caught-and-released in Rodman Reservoir/Lake Ocklawaha. To see the current site Forecast, check:
https://myfwc.com/fishing/freshwater/sites-forecasts/ne/rodman-reservoir/
To see the statewide Fishing Forecasts and Sport Fish Top Spots, check:
https://myfwc.com/fishing/freshwater/sites-forecasts/
TrophyCatch conservation partner Lowrance continues to innovate live sonar!
05/26/2026
Florida is known as the Bass Fishing Capital of the World mostly for its trophy-sized Florida bass! However, Florida's other black bass species contribute a diversity to fishing in the state that adds to our worldwide recognition. Check this article to see how FWC biologists are using innovative techniques to protect and restore Florida's valuable population of shoal bass:
https://www.fishsens.com/bringing-floridas-shoal-bass-back-from-the-brink/
Bringing Florida’s Shoal Bass Back from the Brink - FishSens Magazine In 2018, Hurricane Michael decimated Florida's Chipola River–the only river in Florida with a reproducing population of shoal bass–was decimated. In the years since, FWC scientists have been working hard to bring shoal bass back from the brink.
05/23/2026
Osceola Awesome!
Michael Kope scored this 8 lbs. 7 oz. beauty on an equally beautiful day in Osceola County! TrophyCatch hopes you get the chance to go fishing this long weekend and enjoy the great Florida outdoors!
05/21/2026
Anglers don’t forget to submit your catch from the Wolfson Children’s Hospital Bass Tournament for your chance to win the Hooked on Putnam prize package! 👏🐟
If you caught an 8lb+ bass during tournament weekend, make sure you submit it through TrophyCatch Florida. You could win our $2,500 local prize package through Hooked on Putnam!
📍Eligible catches must be submitted through TrophyCatch
🏆 Putnam County anglers have the chance to win big
🎣 Every qualifying catch helps showcase why Putnam County is a premier bass fishing destination
Learn more & submit your catch:
https://visitpalatka.com/hooked-on-putnam/
Orange Lake is providing plenty of action for the Major League Fishing Heavy Hitters Tournament!