Welcome to the Fish Club

The Grand Strand Saltwater Anglers Association Fishing Club is a not for profit fishing club and membership is open to those who love fishing, friends, fun and giving back to our community.

Interested in becoming a member? 

Download Our Membership Application or Fill out an application online

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The 23rd Annual GSSAA Live Release Flounder Tournament

 Murrells Inlet, SC

Get your gear ready for the premier live release event of the season! Join us on April 25, 2026, in beautiful Murrells Inlet for a day of competitive fishing, community, and conservation.
Registration Will Be available soon, check back here for updates.

Over $4,000 in Guaranteed Prizes!

Adult Major Prize Division

  • 1st Place: $2,000 (Largest Flounder by Weight)
  • 2nd Place: $1,000
  • 3rd Place: $500

Hourly Winners – $100 Every Hour!

Sponsored by Maguire Law Firm Injury Lawyers Weigh in your catch during any of our eight 50-minute periods from 7:00 AM to 2:50 PM to win $100 on the spot!

Special Early-Bird Registration

FEES: Adults: $60 | Youth: FREE - Registration will be open soon, check back to download the registration brochure.

Postmark your mail-in registration by Wednesday, April 15, 2026, to receive:

  • Exclusive UV Fishing Shirt by Native Sons (Adult Early-Bird only)
  • Entry into the Early-Bird Prize Drawing at the Captain’s Meeting.
  • FREE 2026 GSSAA Honorary Membership for all registered anglers!

Youth Division (FREE Entry!)

Sponsored by Trilogy Outdoors

  • 1st Place: $200
  • 2nd & 3rd Place: Custom Rod & Reel combos

Important Dates & Times

Captain’s Meeting & Registration

  • Where: Beaver Bar, Murrells Inlet, SC
  • When: Friday, April 24, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
  • Note:Registration closes at 5:30 PM followed by the meeting. Each registered angler MUST attend.

Tournament Fishing Day

  1. When: Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 6:00 AM
  2. Rain Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026 @ 6:00 AM

🛶 NEW FOR 2026: Inaugural GSSAA Kayak Tournament

Presented by the Grand Strand Saltwater Anglers Association

Join us for our first-ever Catch, Photo, Release (CPR) Flounder Tournament! We are bringing the kayak community together for a day of competition, conservation, and serious fun on the water.

🏆 Kayak Prizes & Rankings

Winners are determined by the total length of the catch (Digital Submission).

  • 1st Place: $300.00
  • 2nd Place: $200.00
  • 3rd Place: $100.00

💥 THE BIG BONUS: Any angler in a Kayak is also eligible for the $1,500 Tagged Flounder Contest!Note: Limit of one major kayak prize per angler. In the event of a tie, the earliest submission time wins.

📋 Tournament Rules

  • Format: Digital submission via the Fishing Chaos App.
  • Eligible Catch: Minimum length of 16 inches to qualify for prizes.
  • The Vessel: Human-powered watercraft only (pedal or paddle). Electric motors are permitted (max 3HP thrust).
  • Eligibility: Open to all anglers aged 18 and older.

🎣 Registration & Entry Fees

To ensure a smooth event, all entries and payments must be handled digitally. We will not be accepting tournament entry fees at the Captain's Meeting.

  • Entry Fee: $45.00 (plus incidental app fees).
  • Deadline: You must sign up by Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 12:00 AM.
  • Platform: All registrations and catch logs must be processed through the Fishing Chaos App.

🌟 The GSSAA Spirit

Our goal is to promote the sport of kayak fishing while enjoying the great outdoors. To ensure fairness and safety, organizers reserve the right to adjust rules as conditions require.

📱 Get Started on Fishing Chaos

Ready to compete? Follow these steps:

  1. Download the Fishing Chaos App on your smartphone.
  2. Search for the "GSSAA Inaugural Kayak Tournament."
  3. Pay your $45.00 entry fee to secure your spot.
  4. Get your measuring board ready for the CPR catch!