How to Join the Atlanta Saltwater Sportsman's Club

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The Atlanta Saltwater Sportsman's Club (aswsc.org) is an organized saltwater fishing club based in the Atlanta area that runs tournaments, meetings, and social events for its members. To join, go to the Membership page on aswsc.org, which is the authoritative source for current sign-up steps, dues, and eligibility. The site's navigation lists Membership as a top-level item, so it is the intended entry point for prospective members.

What the club does

The site's menu and homepage point to a fairly active calendar of member activities:

  • Club meetings — the homepage lists an upcoming meeting (Saturday, October 17) at The Tavern at Medlock, 3230 Medlock Bridge Rd #101, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092.
  • Tournaments — organized into Offshore and Nearshore series, each with its own results and standings pages.
  • Social events — listed as a separate section alongside tournaments.
  • Scoreboard and awards — Offshore and Nearshore scores, Tournament Winners, Boat of the Year, and Angler of the Year (AOY) standings broken out into Men's, Ladies, and Junior divisions.
  • Community resources — newsletters, photos, a boat roster, recipes, links/resources, and a boats-for-sale section.

The homepage also highlights member catches, such as a 20.4 lb club-record Scamp Grouper recorded in October 2024 by club member Austin Schmidt.

How to start the membership process

  1. Open aswsc.org.
  2. Select Membership from the main navigation.
  3. Read the page for the current joining instructions, requirements, and any fees.
  4. If the page directs you to contact the club, use the Contact Us link in the same menu.

The site structure confirms a Membership page exists, but the specific application steps, cost, and eligibility rules are not stated in the available page content. Treat the Membership page itself as the source of truth rather than relying on secondhand descriptions.

What to check before committing

  • Current dues and fees — not published in the material available here; confirm on the Membership page.
  • Eligibility requirements — membership categories or residency rules, if any, are not specified in the available content.
  • Meeting logistics — the listed October 17 meeting includes a "more information coming soon" note, so verify details closer to the date.
  • Tournament participation — the Nearshore Tournament #2 is listed for October 22–24, 2026 at Big Bend (St Marks), FL, with an application/tip-sheet linked from the site. Tournament entry may be separate from club membership; check both pages.

Practical next step

If your goal is to fish competitively, review the Tournaments and Scoreboard sections first to see which series (Offshore or Nearshore) fits your boat and experience level, then visit Membership to join. If your goal is mainly social and educational, the Club Meetings and Social Events pages will tell you what the regular rhythm looks like before you commit.