Welcome to the Club

We offer you camaraderie with a group of people with a common interest: fishing! We meet monthly to share local knowledge, current fishing updates, interesting speakers, and sometimes a raffle of fishing gear.

Special Mentions

If you are planning to participate in the October 13-16 Commission meeting in Sacramento (with Zoom and phone options), pre-registration is now available.
While optional, pre-registration streamlines the check-in process and helps ensure you're on the list of public speakers.
Pre-register at: Pre-registration for Speaking at the October 13‑16, 2026 Commission Meeting no later than noon on Monday, October 12.

MPA Petition discussions scheduled for the October Fish and Game Commission (FGC) meeting, starting Wednesday afternoon (October 14) and through Friday October 16. View the document: California Fish and Game Commission Goals, Guidelines and Other Important Information for the October 2026 Commission Meeting

Monthly Meetings

Our meetings are held the First Wednesday of every month.
Join us to hear from guest speakers and get the latest local fishing reports.

Location: Upstairs Harbor Marine Center Classroom, Santa Barbara Harbor.
Look below for map and details

Marine Conservation & Weather Resources

Conservation & Advocacy

Sport Fishing Conservancy Dedicated to conserving sport fishing resources.
All Waters Coalition dedicated to protecting access to fishing and boating.
Coastal Conservation Association California Focused on conserving California fisheries and marine habitats.
California Coastal Fisheries Restoration Partnership Working to restore and enhance coastal fisheries.

Data, Mapping & Models

CDIP Wave Forecast Coastal Data Information Program wave forecasts and data.
SeaSketch California Collaborative mapping tool for marine planning in California.
MPAtlas Global database of Marine Protected Areas.
SCCOOS Models Southern California Coastal Ocean Observing System data models.

Weather & Tides

Santa Barbara Marine Weather & Tides Detailed marine forecast, tide charts, and radar for Santa Barbara.

Tournaments

We have held several tournaments each year in both salt and fresh water.

Salt Water Tournaments

Generally limited to Santa Barbara County waters.

Target Species: Surf perch, sand bass, calico bass, halibut, white sea bass, salmon, and rockfish.

Fresh Water Tournaments

Held at Lake Cachuma.

Target Species: Trout, red ear sunfish, small and large mouth bass, catfish, crappie, and lake multispecies.

Photo Gallery

2026 Endeavor Expedition

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Santa Barbara Sport Fishing Club
125 Harbor Way
Santa Barbara, CA 93109-2344

Meetings: 1st Wednesday of every month, (6:30 - 8:30 PM)