Many fishing clubs give back to the sport by participating...

Many fishing clubs give back to the sport by participating in charity fishing tournaments and other programs. Here, mate Stan Rand and captain Jack Picciano show off a big striper caught during a Wounded Warriors charity fishing tournament. Credit: Tom Schlichter

HOW TO JOIN A FISHING CLUB

A great way to find out which fishing club might be best for you is to ask your local tackle dealer and then attend a meeting as a guest. You can also contact any of the following clubs for more information:

Atlantic Beach Rod and Gun Club

abrgc.com

Babylon Tuna Club

babylontunaclub.com

Freeport Tuna Club

ftcfishing.com

Huntington Anglers Club

huntingtonanglers.com

Lady Reelers

facebook.com/pages/Lady-Reelers/116176245068549

Long Island Bassmasters

longislandbassmasters.com

Long Island Chapter of Trout Unlimited

longislandtu.org

Long Island Flyrodders

liflyrodders.org

Moriches Anglers Fishing Club

morichesanglers.com

North Brookhaven Sport Fishermen

nbsfc.com

Oakdale Sportsmen's Club

oakdalefishing.com

Salty Flyrodders of New York

saltyflyrodders.org

Shinnecock Marlin & Tuna Club

smtc-online.com

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