Release Over 20

10/13/2026

What started as a simple idea to protect trophy trout has turned into something MUCH bigger.

Watch this episode of the Salt Strong podcast to learn more about the impact of releasing even just ONE 20” trout.

Discover the incredible impact of releasing a speckled trout over 20 inches and how one simple decision could help future fish populations.

10/12/2026

Larger, mature fish play an important role in healthy fisheries. Choosing to voluntarily release them gives those fish another chance to reproduce, another chance to grow and another chance to be caught again.

Release Over 20 isn't about telling anglers they can't keep a legal catch. It's about encouraging all of us to think about the future of the fisheries we love.

Keep what you need. Release the rest. 🎣

Photo submitted by Roger Stewart

10/09/2026

To celebrate the Inaugural Mississippi Speck Classic, we’re offering an exclusive prize for those who register during our Early Bird period.

🎁 Prize One winning team will receive a:
• 4-hour guided fishing trip
• For 2 anglers
• With Laurets Guide Service

⏰ Early Bird Deadline
Early Bird registration closes on November 7, 2026 at midnight.

✅ How to Enter
Simply complete your tournament registration during the Early Bird window.

Your registration will automatically enter you into the giveaway drawing.

Registration Link: https://app.fishingchaos.com/tournament/inaugural-mississippi-speck-classic

📅 Tournament Date
The Inaugural MS Speck Classic takes place on: November 14, 2026

10/07/2026

Congratulations to Tom Huston, who registered the 7,000th release in 2026 through the Release Over 20 mobile app — a 30” red drum.

Every release logged through the app represents a commitment to protecting the future of our fishery. Together, this community has now documented more than 35,000 total releases — and that’s something worth celebrating.

Thank you to everyone who has downloaded the app, logged their releases, and supported the Release Over 20 mission. We couldn’t have reached this milestone without you 💙

10/07/2026

This month, we have a special extra giveaway for participants of the Toadfish Outfitters "Put Em Back" Tournament. Cold fronts are starting to push through and the fishing is getting hot. Let's reward 5 lucky anglers for practicing conservation!

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10/06/2026

Collective Impact, Real Results. From local guides to conservation-minded organizations, these leaders are showing what’s possible when we work together.

Every released fish is a step toward healthier fisheries. Let’s keep turning the tide — together. 🌊

10/05/2026

State by state, the releases add up! Here’s where anglers are leading the charge to protect our fisheries. Every release matters.

Want to help your state? Download the Release Over 20 mobile app and start logging your releases!

10/02/2026

Congrats to everyone who made the top 10 overall and species leaderboards for September, and thank you to everyone who continues to share our mission. It's clearly working because we continue to see new names on our monthly leaderboards!

Check back to find out who took the top spots on our monthly state, guide and business/organization leaderboards!

10/01/2026

The numbers are in! We had 956 total releases registered through the Release Over 20 app in September. We cannot thank you enough for your support of our mission.

Remember, as much as we love when you tag us in your release photos/videos on social media, only those releases registered through our app are tracked and count as entries for our monthly giveaways.

And don't forget, our next live giveaway will be Tuesday, October 6 at 8pm (EST) on Facebook and YouTube. Tune in for more updates and to see if you win one of our sponsored prize packages!

09/30/2026

Mark your calendar! 🗓️ Our next live giveaway is scheduled for next Tuesday, October 6 at 8pm (EST) on Facebook and YouTube.

We'll have our 3 main draw giveaways and Get on Board Captains giveaway PLUS an extra giveaway just for those who participated in the Toadfish Put 'Em Back Tournament. Check out this preview of all the giveaway packages made possible by our generous sponsors.