Welcome to
Daniel Island Inshore Fishing Club
"Celebrating Our 23rd Anniversary!"
About
The Story Behind Daniel Island Inshore Fishing Club
Daniel Island Inshore Fishing Club was founded in 2003 by a group of Daniel Island residents dedicated to sharing their passion of fishing our lakes, creeks, and marshes. We are an active club of families and retirees with events and activities taking place year-round.
We promote the excitement for fishing our world class fisheries right here on Daniel Island, always welcoming new members to take part.
Read about our Club history and 20th Anniversary celebrations in the Daniel Island News.
Mission
Daniel Island Inshore Fishing Club is a non-profit organization with the purpose:
1) To provide members with a forum for education and resource for stewardship through inshore fishing
2) To promote and publicize inshore fishing within the community and to other organizations
3) To foster the best practices and techniques of inshore fishing and resource conservation
Membership
Join the Daniel Island Fishing Club - your annual family membership welcomes your family to participate in our community fishing events, educational opportunities, and opportunities for building friendships with fellow fishing enthusiasts.
Activities & Events
The Daniel Island Inshore Fishing Club hosts many events for our members and the community throughout the year ranging from the Kids Fishing Competition to our Annual Fish Fry on Daniel Island to professional speaker series.
JANUARY
Cold Water Fishing Tactics
Learn from local expert and club member Greg Peralta about the tips and techniques for winter fishing.
FEBRUARY
Women in Fishing Series
Inspiring Woman in the Charleston Outdoor & Fishing Industry. Come listen and learn about the career journey of three incredible woman leaders.
APRIL
Member Tourney
Grab your gear and hop on a boat. Boat owners and non boat owners welcomed to be paired up to participate in local competition in the creeks around Daniel Island.
MAY
Family Membership Cookout Smythe Park
Kick off the warm water season. Join us for a Smythe Park cookout and social event for all current and new members.
JUNE
Danziger Cup Kids Fishing Tourney
Taking place on Saturday of Father's Day Weekend at Smythe Lake. Open to all community members. Prizes for largest fish.
AUGUST
Cast Nets and Craft Brews at Pierce Park Pavilion
Join us for guest speaker series educating members on local fishing tactics, best gear, the local fisheries, and how to land a big one.
SEPTEMBER
Family Fish Fry
Join us at Pierce Pavilion for an end of summer fish fry using local catch. Meet and mingle with members. Families welcomed.
OCTOBER
Member Tourney
Grab your gear and hop on a boat. Boat owners and non boat owners welcomed to be paired up to participate in local competition in the creeks around Daniel Island.
DECEMBER
Holiday Party
Celebrate the holiday season with fishing club members reflecting on an amazing year of great catches!
Contact Us
Contact the club by email at danielislandfishingclub@gmail.com
2026 Executive Board
Jim Tomaseski, President
Jim Lemcke, Membership
Chris Lark, Treasurer
Jody Harwell, Newsletter
Trent Gustafson, Member Fishing Tourney
Bill Isley, PR/DI News Communicator
Fred Danziger, Founder & Co-Chairman Danziger Cup Kids Tourney
Trent Gustafson, Co-Chairman Danziger Cup Kids Tourney
Grant Gustafson, Sponsor Chair Danziger Cup Kids Tourney
Kris Isley & Joi Monacci, Volunteer Coordinators Danziger Cup Kids Tourney
Ron Silverman, Club Founder