The Fishing Partner App
Find a Fishing Buddy Near You
Stop fishing alone. MyFishingBuds matches you with compatible anglers near you — by fishing style, target species, skill level, and when you are free — then helps you plan the trip and stay safe on the water.
Free forever · 14 days of Pro included · Float plans & SOS free for everyone
Updated June 2026
How to find a fishing partner in 4 steps
Create your angler profile
Tell us how you fish — style, target species, skill level, your boat (or that you need one), and when you are free.
See compatible buddies nearby
Discover matches you with anglers near you, ranked by fishing style, species, skill, availability, and distance.
Connect and message
Send a request to anglers you like the look of, chat to compare notes, and find a trip that works for both of you.
Plan the trip and go
Create a trip with crew, a gear checklist, a meet point, and an AI-planned bite window — then file a float plan and head out.
Why fish with a buddy?
Fish safer
Most safety advice says never fish alone — especially offshore, wading, or on the ice. A buddy (plus a free float plan) is your best on-water insurance.
Share the boat and the cost
Boat owners have empty seats; bank anglers need a ride. Match a captain with crew and split fuel, bait, and launch fees.
Catch more, learn faster
Fishing with someone who knows the water — or a different technique — is the fastest way to level up. Match by skill and species to learn what you want.
It is just more fun
New to an area, new to the sport, or your usual crew is busy? A compatible buddy turns a solo afternoon into a better day on the water.
Why MyFishingBuds is the app for finding a partner
Built for matching — not just logging
Most fishing apps log your catches or sell you maps. MyFishingBuds is the only one designed around finding a compatible partner near you.
Free safety on every plan
GPS float plans, automatic emergency-contact alerts, and SOS are included at no extra cost — because filing a float plan should never be a premium upsell.
AI trip planning with live conditions
Once you have a buddy and a date, the AI Trip Planner builds a plan from live NOAA weather, USGS water data, barometric pressure, and solunar tables.
Learn-to-fish library, free
Knots, species guides, techniques, gear, and state-by-state regulations and licenses — no login required.
See how we stack up against the big catch-logging apps in our best fishing apps comparison and the head-to-head MyFishingBuds vs Fishbrain.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find a fishing partner near me?
Create a free MyFishingBuds profile and open Discover. We match you with compatible anglers nearby based on your fishing style, target species, skill level, and availability. Connect with the ones you like, message to compare notes, and plan a trip together.
Is there an app to find a fishing buddy?
Yes — MyFishingBuds is built specifically for it. Catch-logging apps like Fishbrain show you fish data but have no way to find a partner. MyFishingBuds matches you with real anglers near you and helps you actually meet up and fish.
Is it free to find a fishing buddy?
Yes — MyFishingBuds is free forever. You can browse matches, join up to 3 trips a month, message connected buds, and use every safety feature at no charge. New accounts also get 14 days of Pro included automatically. Pro is $12.99/month after that for unlimited trip joins and the full AI toolkit. No credit card required to start.
Is it safe to meet a fishing buddy from an app?
MyFishingBuds gives you profiles, post-trip ratings, and in-app messaging so you can vet a partner before you commit, plus free GPS float plans that alert your emergency contact automatically if you miss a check-in. For a first trip, meet in a public place, tell someone your plan, and file a float plan.
What if I do not have a boat?
That is exactly who buddy matching helps. Plenty of boat owners have open seats and are looking for crew to share the trip and split costs. You can filter for anglers with a boat — or offer to cover bait and fuel.
How is MyFishingBuds different from Fishbrain or other fishing apps?
Fishbrain, ANGLR, and Fishidy are solo apps for logging catches and finding spots. None of them match you with a fishing partner. MyFishingBuds is the only app built for finding a buddy, planning the trip, and staying safe on the water.
Find a fishing buddy in your city
Dedicated pages for the regions our anglers ask about most — local species, seasons, and launch tips per location.
📍 Find a fishing buddy in Ontario
Ontario, Canada
📍 Find a fishing buddy in Sioux Lookout
Northwestern Ontario, Canada
📍 Find a fishing buddy in Toronto
Ontario, Canada
📍 Find a fishing buddy in Tampa
Florida
📍 Find a fishing buddy in Miami
Florida
📍 Find a fishing buddy in Orlando
Florida
📍 Find a fishing buddy in Anna Maria Island
Florida
📍 Find a fishing buddy in Marco Island
Florida
The Bottom Line
Don't fish alone — and don't wait until you have the perfect plan. Build a free profile, find one compatible bud nearby, and file a float plan before you launch. That's the whole loop. MyFishingBuds is the only app built around it.
Find your next fishing buddy today
Match with anglers near you, plan a trip, and never fish alone again. Free forever — and 14 days of Pro on the house when you sign up.
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