The Division of Fisheries offers "Hook-and-Line" and "Bow and Arrow" angler recognition awards for fish legally caught in Illinois waters.
First Catch: This award celebrates a special milestone — catching your first fish — and marks the start of your fishing journey. Print this award to commemorate an unforgettable accomplishment and contact us to be featured on our social media.
Big Fish: This award is for landing the biggest fish of the day or your personal best! This award celebrates patience, focus and an unforgettable moment. Keep casting — who knows how big the next one will be! Print this award to commemorate an unforgettable accomplishment and contact us with your pictures to be featured on our social media.
Master Angler: The Master Angler Award is earned by catching five different kinds of fish listed on our fish species page. Earning this award will require learning new techniques, exploring different waters, and patience. Print this award to commemorate an unforgettable accomplishment and contact us with your pictures to be featured on our social media.
Think you caught a state record?
Instructions for new record submissions