News & Updates

March 6, 2026 | Issue 2

Join fellow anglers, guides, conservation partners, and supporters on Sunday, March 15th, 2026 from 1 to 4pm for a family-friendly oyster roast and chili cook-off with live music in a relaxed Lowcountry atmosphere.

Turn the Tide with Release Over 20 is our inaugural fundraiser event, consisting of an afternoon by the creek celebrating conservation, community, and the people helping shape a better future for our fisheries.

Tickets: $50/person

Kids 12 and under are FREE

Ticket sales close March 10 at midnight

Get Your Tickets Now

Live Music from Southbound 17

Oysters from Holy City Seafood

Annual Awards Presentation

Sponsorship Opportunities Still Available

It's Not Too Late to Help Us Turn the Tide!

We're currently seeking sponsors and partners in the fishing, outdoor, and conservation industries who want to:
• Support science-backed fisheries conservation

• Align their brand with measurable, on-the-water impact
• Reach a highly engaged audience of passionate anglers

If your business believes in protecting the future of our fisheries, we'd love to work together. Sponsorship opportunities starts as low as $250.

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Call to Action: South Carolina Proproses Red Drum Conservation Measures

Introduced February 26, 2026 by Senator George E. Campsen III, South Carolina Senate Bill 961 (S. 961) proposes science-based, forward-thinking changes to safeguard red drum for the long term:

Reducing the daily possession limit to one red drum per person (not exceeding two per boat) to ease harvest pressure on a vulnerable population.
Adjusting the slot limit to 18-25 inches total length, offering a slightly larger fish while no longer targeting the 15”ers.
Requiring non-offset, non-stainless steel circle hooks (size 4/0 or larger) when using natural bait, a proven method to cut post-release mortality and improve survival of released fish.

Release Over 20 fully endorses S. 961 as a model of proactive conservation that balances enjoyment today with prosperity tomorrow. We commend SC DNR for their leadership and the Senate Fish, Game and Forestry Committee for advancing this critical legislation. You can review our Official Letter of Support for S.961 by clicking here.

PLEDGE YOUR SUPPORT

Mark Your Calendar!

Our next live giveaway will be on Sunday, March 8 at 8pm (EST) on Facebook and YouTube.

Here’s a preview of all the February giveaway packages made possible by our generous sponsors.

GIVEAWAY PREVIEW

Release Over 20 Mobile App

The new Release Over 20 mobile app lets you log eligible releases in seconds — no ads, no GPS tracking, 100% free.

Every registered release helps support conservation and gives you an entry into our monthly giveaways.

*Note: Upon downloading the app, all users will need to make a new account, even if you have previously registered releases through our website.

Download for iOS

Download for Android

RO20 / Pure Flats Hopedale Trout Tournament

The annual Release Over 20 / Pure Flats Tournament returns this April and registration is now open! Join us in Louisiana on April 11 for a fun, casual large trout (and redfish) tournament.