What is the Put 'Em Back Fishing Tournament?
Join a one-of-a-kind multi-species, catch-and-release tournament open to recreational anglers along the South Carolina coast. Fish for redfish, trout, flounder, and of course toadfish! — and compete for $15,000+ in cash & gear prizes, all while giving back to the coast you love.
100% of proceeds go to Toadfish Conservation Coalition & Release Over 20" to restore oyster beds and protect estuaries.
👉 Fish for a whole week, on your own time. Your best 3 longest fish in each category qualify.
👉 Release only tournament, no dead fish qualify.
👉 Your participation provides vital funding for Coastal Conservation.
👉Attend an epic awards dinner
👉 Receive a swag bag with sign up with a $50 Value.
📱 Live Leaderboard Tracking via Fishing Chaos app
🎣 Eligible Species: Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Toadfish
🧢 Recreational Anglers Only (No Charter Captains)
$200 Entry fee per angler
Categories & Prizes
INSHORE SLAM
Angler that catches the longest combined total length of 3 redfish, 3 trout, and 3 flounder.
1st Place: $1,500
2nd Place: $1,000
3rd Place: $500
Bonus: +$250 if using Toadfish rod & reel!
*Redfish must be under 30"
REDFISH
Angler that catches the longest combined total length of 3 redfish.
1st Place: $1,500
2nd Place: $1,000
3rd Place: $500
Bonus: +$250 if using Toadfish rod & reel!
*Redfish must be under 30"
TROUT
Angler that catches the longest combined total length of 3 speckled trout.
1st Place: $1,500
2nd Place: $1,000
3rd Place: $500
Bonus: +$250 if using Toadfish rod & reel!
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