How much does a professional fisherman make a year?
How much does a professional fisherman make a year?
Most of the top 150 professional tournament fishermen on the Bassmaster circuit earn $10,000 to $20,000 per year in prize money. Endorsement and sponsorship money supplement the fishermen's annual income. Typical sponsorship may include free equipment or a payment of several thousand dollars to use a sponsor's product.
How much does it cost to be a pro bass fisherman?
So, what's the cost of being a professional fisherman? Each tournament I fish costs about $7,500 for entry fee, food, lodging and gas.
Who is the richest bass fisherman?
Kevin VanDam (born October 14, 1967), often called simply "KVD," is a professional bass fisherman from Otsego, Michigan. He is the all-time money winner in professional bass fishing, having earned $6,261,476.33 through September 2017.