DANIA BEACH, Fla. — The International Game Fish Association (IGFA) 2026 Global Online Auction is live and accepting bids through Sunday, October 4, at 6:00 p.m. EDT. The auction features fishing trips across the globe, tackle, electronics, apparel, original artwork, and signed books, with every dollar raised supporting the IGFA's work in ethical angling, youth education, and game fish conservation.
This year's travel lineup spans more than 15 countries, with many trips hosted by members of the IGFA Captains program. Bidders can choose from bonefishing in the Bahamas, peacock bass in the Brazilian Amazon, golden dorado in Argentina, blue marlin off Portugal, pike in the Rhine delta of the Netherlands, and trout and grayling in Italy's Bergamo Valley. Destinations also include the Seychelles, Panama, Australia, Egypt's Red Sea, Cape Verde, Madeira, Guatemala, Belize, Denmark, and France. Stateside options cover the Florida Keys, Biscayne Bay, Louisiana, Alabama, Texas, Chesapeake Bay, New York, Montana, California, Michigan, Hawaii, and Alaska.
Gear lots come from YETI, Costa, Shimano, PENN, Hardy, AFTCO, Garmin, Van Staal, Pelagic Gear, Turtlebox, danco, Bluefin, Strike, and more. Collectors will also find signed books and a limited-edition lithograph from Dr. Guy Harvey, custom rods, fish pendants, and hand-crafted mounts.
"Every bid in this auction goes directly back into the sport," said Jason Schratwieser, IGFA President. "The trips, the gear, and the art all came from anglers and partners who believe in what the IGFA does, and the winning bidders help carry that work forward."
Registration is free, and first-time bidders are welcome. IGFA staff can help with registration and answer questions throughout the week.
Browse and bid:https://event.gives/igfaglobal26/items
For more information, contact IGFA Development Manager Kimberly Neri at kneri@igfa.org or 954-927-2628.
About the International Game Fish Association (IGFA)
Established in 1939, The International Game Fish Association (IGFA) is a global nonprofit organization committed to the conservation of game fish and the promotion of responsible, ethical angling practices. With members in more than 100 countries, the IGFA is the world's leading authority on sport fishing and maintains the global database of game fish world records and angling rules. Through education, research, advocacy, and angler recognition, the IGFA strives to ensure the future of fishing and sustainable fisheries around the world. To learn more or become a member, visit www.igfa.org.