The 42nd IGFA International Auction
An Evening That Protects the Future of Sportfishing
January 24th, 2026 – Live Auction with In-Person and Virtual Bidding Options
January 18th -25th, 2026 – Online Auction
Once a year, the sportfishing world comes home. Old friends reunite. Legends share a glass of Flor de Caña Rum. And a community of people who love this sport raise their paddles to protect it. The 42nd Annual IGFA International Auction isn't just a fundraiser — it's the night our community comes together to fuel the conservation, education, and advocacy that keep sportfishing alive for the next generation—January 24th at The Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale. While the live auction items open to both in-person and online bidders at 7:30 pm on January 24th, you can also bid online anytime from January 18th to the 25th on hundreds of other incredible items and trips. Keep reading to learn how to bid in our live auction in person and virtually in our online auction.
Live Auction Preview
From the Amazon to Alaska, the Galápagos to the Great Barrier Reef, here's a preview of the adventures hitting the auction block on January 24th at 7:30 pm EST:
Jackson Hole Winter Paradise for Eight – Jackson, Wyoming
Trade your rods for skis at this exclusive mountain retreat. Donated by IGFA Chairman Roy Cronacher and Jackie Cronacher.
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Jake Jordan's Striped Marlin Fly Fishing School – Galápagos, Ecuador
Learn from the master in one of the world's most extraordinary marine ecosystems. Donated by Sportfish Galapagos Expeditions, courtesy of Al DiFlumeri and IGFA Representative Pete Santini, Jake Jordan’s Billfishing Fly Fishing Schools, courtesy of IGFA Captain Jake Jordan, and Hotel del Parque, courtesy of IGFA Trustee Pepe Anton.
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Be the Guest Host of the “Seahunter” with IGFA Captain Rob Fordyce and Experience Costa Rica Like Never Before at BOTANIKA – Oso Peninsula, Costa Rica
Fish alongside a legend and experience Costa Rica like never before at BOTANIKA on the Osa Peninsula. The Seahunter, courtesy of IGFA Captain Rob Fordyce, Crocodile Bay Marina, and BOTANIKA Osa Peninsula, Curio Collection by Hilton, courtesy of Beau and Cory Williams.
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Xingu Lodge – Amazon Jungle Multi-Species Fly Fishing Expedition – Brazil
Your opportunity to chase jungle giants - ferocious payara, vibrant peacock bass, razor-toothed bicuda, elusive wolfish, and powerful pacu - all await you at Xingu Lodge. Donated by Untamed Angling, courtesy of Rodrigo Moreira Salles.
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Chase Giants on the Great Barrier Reef Aboard the Tradition – Australia
The Great Barrier Reef is more than a destination. It is a legendary location in the history of billfishing. This is your opportunity to chase granders on the reef. Donated by IGFA Trustee Mark Davis and Wendy Davis.
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Escape to Alaska's Wild Coast – Deep Creek Fishing Club
Five-star wilderness luxury meets world-class salmon and halibut fishing. Donated by Deep Creek Fishing Club, courtesy of Steve Moe.
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World-Class Fishing at Tropic Star Lodge – Piñas Bay, Panama
The legendary Pacific lodge, where more IGFA records have been set than anywhere on earth. Donated by Tropic Star Lodge, courtesy of IGFA Trustee Emeritus Terri K. Andrews.
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Curicuriari River of Amazonian Giants Trip for Two – Brazil
Target trophy peacock bass in the heart of the Amazon. Donated by Infinity Angling, courtesy of Rafael Bellé.
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An Unforgettable Florida Keys Fishing Adventure with Captain R.T. Trosset
Fish the legendary waters of the Florida Keys alongside Captain R.T. Trosset for three unforgettable days—where elite angling, iconic waters, and sportfishing history come together. Courtesy of Captain R.T. Trosset and Oceans Edge Resort & Marina, Key West
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Experience the art of Swiss watchmaking with the Tudor Black Bay 58 – 39mm Steel Case, with Steel Bracelet
Swiss-made precision in motion—the Tudor MT5402 pairs COSC-certified accuracy with rugged reliability, delivering refined performance at the heart of modern watchmaking. Donated by Jewelers Trade Shop, courtesy of Corbett Davis.
And that’s just the beginning. More trips will be announced in early January!
These previews are subject to change, and the official listings with all the details will be available in person in our program and online through https://event.gives/igfaintauction.
Don't Take Our Word for It – Hear from Our Past Auction Winners
“I bid on this once-in-a-lifetime experience not just to fish with the legendary Rob Fordyce, but because I believe in supporting the IGFA’s mission. As someone who values tradition, I know the IGFA is the guardian of our sport and the keeper of our angling heritage. When you bid at an IGFA auction, you’re not just purchasing an amazing opportunity—you’re directly funding the work that preserves the traditions and standards that make sportfishing what it is today. That’s worth investing in.” — Les Carter, on his trip with Captain Rob Fordyce to film an episode of The Seahunter
“Like many IGFA members, I grew up dreaming of a trip like this. To think I went from catching my first fish—a bluegill at Anaheim Lake in 1972—to experiencing the most incredible fishing moment of my life in Australia is mind-blowing. I’m deeply grateful.” — David Lawson, on his Quest Angling Expeditions trip to the Great Barrier Reef with IGFA Captain Luke Griffiths
Their bucket-list moment could be yours on January 24th. These stories are just a glimpse of what awaits when you join us for this extraordinary event.
Live Auction – Saturday, January 24th (In Person)
Join us at The Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale Beach for the biggest night in sportfishing. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at 6:00 pm, followed by a three-course dinner and the live auction, led by auctioneer David Goodman. Compete for the bucket-list adventures listed above, surrounded by the legends and friends, old and new, who make this community special. Individual tickets are $350. Table sponsorships ranging from $3,500 to $20,000 are available for those looking to bring a group or increase their impact. Tickets close January 16th. Attire is cocktail.
Visit event.gives/igfaintauction to reserve your seat.
Traveling from out of town? A special room rate is available at The Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale Beach. Book by December 23rd to secure the group rate. Rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here to book. 
Live Auction – Saturday, January 24th, 2026 (Virtual Bidding)
Can't be there? You can still bid on our incredible Live Auction items in real time from wherever you are. Register for a free virtual ticket, and you'll receive a link to join 30 minutes before the auction's start. Register here and select the virtual ticket option.
Online Auction – January 18th–25th, 2026
Running alongside the Live Auction, our IGFA International Online Auction is an event of its own, featuring 100+ lots of exclusive experiences, in-demand gear, collector artwork, and more, including a 2026 Mako 214 Center Console, generously donated by Bass Pro Shops.
Open to anglers worldwide, the IGFA International Online Auction is one of the best ways to support the IGFA while scoring something extraordinary. Featuring gear and apparel from Costa, danco, Garmin, Pelagic, YETI, Bluefin USA, AFTCO, Turtlebox, and more, there's something for everyone—from lures starting at $20 to a once-in-a-lifetime fishing adventure.
Preview opens January 12th; bidding runs January 18th–25th.
42nd Annual IGFA International Auction
Live Auction & Banquet: Saturday, January 24th, 2026 | The Ritz Carlton, Fort Lauderdale Beach
Online Auction: January 18th–25th | Open worldwide
Contact IGFA Development Manager Kimberly Strong at [email protected] with any questions.