International Women's Fishing Association

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The International Women’s Fishing Association was established in 1955 to promote women’s fishing in an arena primarily dominated by men.

The IWFA is a diverse group of women who love to fish, experience the camaraderie and sportsmanship of tournament and fun fishing, and are involved with promoting conservation and supporting education. Over the years it has become one of women’s most prestigious fishing clubs, setting the standards for conservation and providing education through scholarships. The IWFA adopted the International Game Fish Association species list in 2004 affording members worldwide opportunity to compete in their own backyards. The IWFA promotes angling competition among women and all club tournaments are release only. The IWFA Tournament schedule includes three or more release tournaments each year with members traveling to destinations such as Louisiana, Guatemala, Mexico, the Florida Keys, and Virginia for the opportunity to compete against their fellow women anglers. IWFA members love nothing more than getting together to fish with each other. IWFA “Funaments” combine both! Organized by local members to fish their home waters, Funaments are small on rules and big on fun. A welcome addition to the tournament schedule, Funaments have become a big part of the IWFA event calendar with members visiting members this year alone in Vero, Palm Beach, and Islamorada, Florida, Idaho, and North Carolina. Today you will find IWFA members fishing on piers, beaches, lakes, and rivers from pangas, skiffs, and sportfishing boats of all sizes as they compete for IWFA monthly and annual awards based on release and weight catches from the entire IGFA species list.

10/31/2026

🎃🎣 Something spooky is lurking… and it’s not just Halloween! The countdown is ON for the 51st Billfish Tournament at Casa Vieja! 🌊

See you in Guatemala in ONE WEEK!

10/29/2026

New IWFA member Laura Cowan and her team, Cottonpicker, took home the Day 3 Daily Release Jackpot with a blue marlin release at the Bisbee’s Black & Blue Tournament in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico! 🌊💙

Congratulations, Laura! We’re excited to have you as part of IWFA and can’t wait to see you at 𝑪𝒂𝒔𝒂 𝑽𝒊𝒆𝒋𝒂 𝑳𝒐𝒅𝒈𝒆- 𝑮𝒖𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒂𝒍𝒂 for your first tournament with the club next week!

10/29/2026

We take our fishing seriously but…. WE know how to have a good time🎣 Lots of hugs, big laughs and even bigger friendships!

10/28/2026

It’s safe to say the IWFA ladies LOVE their Fishe 💕 Fun colors, beautiful designs and gear that goes everywhere with us.🌴

10/27/2026

We know it’s a little early to be talking winter holidays, but we also know how quickly our calendars fill up this time of year! 😉 If you’ll be in the palm beach area this winter, save the date and join us on December 5th for a little fishing, happy hour, and great company.

Come for the fishing, join us for happy hour, or make a full day of it! We’d love to see you there! PM for more details or email Allison Stattner at [email protected]

10/25/2026

IWFA member Camila Ingram and her team, Big Oh, won 3rd place at the Los Cabos Billfish Release Tournament with 17 sailfish & Striped marlin releases.

Earlier in the week, they released a Grand Slam with 1 blue, 2 striped marlin & 8 sailfish releases.

Having fun in the Pacific!

10/23/2026

2026 Islamorada BackcountryTournament Top Guides!! A huge thank you for taking the IWFA anglers fishing and working hard to put them on fish despite some tough conditions! We appreciate all you do to make this tournament a success! 🏆First Place Fly Guide: Captain Randy Stallings (center) received Smith Sunglases, Smith hat and cash prize 🏆 Second Place Fly Guide: Captain Jayce Chamizo (right) received cash prize 🏆 Third Place Fly Guide: Captain Mike Alfano (left) received cash prize 📸 Second Photo 🏆First Place Spin Guide: Captain Richard Black (right) recieving Smith Sunglasses, Smith Hat and cash prize🏆 Second Place Spin Guide: Captain Sam Baker (center) received Cash prize 🏆 Third Place Spin Guide: Captain Ken Diaz (left) received Cash Prize 📸 Nada Khalaf-Jones Photography

10/23/2026

2026 Islamorada Backcountry Tournament Team winners received a beautiful Ashley Weber Christmas Ornament!! 🏆First Place Team: Jess Junek, Mayte Espinel, Donna Langston, Aledia T**h and Jenny Goodell! 🏆Second Place Team: Jenn Parker, Elizabeth Johnson, Pam Ciesliga, Pam Marmin and Katie Hayden! 🏆 Third Place Team: Sofia Tchoukreeva, Connie O’Day, Gwyn Grafe, Cheri Tindall, and Valentina Miete

10/23/2026

2026 Islamorada Backcountry Tournament Fly Division. Congratulations to our winners! First place Elizabeth Johnson (center) receiving an IWFA Gold Disc, Nautilus Fly Reel, Lost Creek Fly Box and a Creations by DMG plaque. Second place Elaine Ford (right) receiving a Creations by DMG plaque, Lost Creek Fly Box and a Florida Keys Outfitters gift card. Third place Jenn Parker (left) receiving a Creations by DMG plaque, Lost Creek Fly Box and a Florida Keys Outfitters gift card.

10/23/2026

2026 Islamorada Backcountry Tournament Spin Division. Congratulations to our winners!! First Place Aledia T**h (center) receiving an IWFA Gold Disc, Quantum rod/reel combo and a Creations By DMG plaque. Second place Jenny Goodell (right) receiving a Quantum rod/reel combo and a Creations By DMG plaque. Third Place Connie Hartman (left) receiving a Quantum rod/reel combo and a Creations By DMG plaque.

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West Palm Beach, FL
33401–33422

Website

http://www.iwfa.org/

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