Fishing Is the Fastest Growing Activity on Boatsetter’s Platform

The leading marketplace for boat rentals nationwide reports a 60% increase in fishing trip bookings

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On track to make fishing more accessible for beginners and avid anglers alike, Boatsetter, the leading marketplace for on-water experiences and boat rentals nationwide, has seen a 60% year-over-year increase in fishing trip bookings. Also known to be the largest US-based fishing marketplace, the company has also grown its fleet of fishing boats to cover over 800 locations across America, with particularly high growth in the Gulf Coast of the United States. Booked trips increased by 210% in the greater Tampa area and 156% in the western Florida Panhandle and Alabama Gulf Coast region. Boatsetter predicts the record 70-day gulf red snapper fishing season will further support interest in the Florida region this summer.

With Boatsetter, anglers can take the helm of any vessel from bass boats to center consoles, pontoons, fish and ski combo boats, aluminum fishing boats, and more. Renters can also personalize excursions with 250 boat rentals offering an add-on option to include fishing gear. Other boat rentals can include optional add-ons including fish cleaning, coolers, and snorkeling gear. Those seeking a full-service charter can also hire licensed fishing captains and guides who provide all equipment, instruction, and local knowledge to have a successful catch.

“Whether you're an avid angler or new to the sport, Boatsetter’s curated selection of boats, licensed captains, and charter experiences enables anyone to fish new waters, species, and seasons,” said Boatsetter CEO Michael Farb.

Women & Families Growing the Ranks

According to the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation, more women and children are taking to the water than in previous years. Women now make up 37% of all recreational anglers, and one in four are between the ages of 6 and 17. As more families seek on-water experiences and fishing activities, Boatsetter makes it easy to book on-demand rental options with features including “Instant Book” allowing renters the flexibility to get out on the water the same day they book.

On a mission to make boating safe and accessible to all, Boatsetter is the only national boat rental platform to offer insured fishing boat rentals and professional fishing charters. To book your next fishing boat or charter, visit www.boatsetter.com/fishing-boat-rentals or www.boatsetter.com/fishing-charters.

About Boatsetter:

With more than 50,000 boat listings available in over 700 locations worldwide, Boatsetter is the leading marketplace for on-the-water experiences and boat rentals. Boatsetter makes it easy to discover and enjoy a wide array of on-water experiences by connecting qualified renters directly to boat owners and licensed captains. Featuring the largest database of USCG-certified captains, Boatsetter makes it possible for even those with no prior boating experience to tap into an incredible array of water activities. Credited with pioneering the first-ever peer-to-peer boat rental insurance policy, Boatsetter has empowered boat owners with the tools and support to become entrepreneurs on the water. Launched commercially in 2014, over one million boaters and boat owners alike have turned to Boatsetter to discover the endless possibilities the water provides.