Empowering Community Science
C.A.T.C.H. Project™
C.A.T.C.H. (Community of Anglers Tracking for Conservation & Habitat) is a groundbreaking initiative that combines AI-powered tools like the first-ever and patented fish length estimation from a photo and community science to transform recreational fishing and fisheries management organization’s approach to conservation and data acquisition efforts.
Harnessing AI for Smarter Conservation
onWater Fish is the first-ever recreational mobile mapping app to integrate a photo-based fish measurement tool alongside a suite of community science tools, empowering everyday anglers to make a real difference for our watersheds and coastal areas.
Fish It
onWater Fish app makes finding your next best fishing spot easy
Log It
Simply take a photo of your fish and the app does the rest
Protect It
Your data is privately shared with vetted conservation partners
Our Conservation & Research Partners
Fish Length
Our patented AI-driven tools eliminate the need for traditional methods like tape measures or use of reference objects, allowing for quick, stress-free fish measurement through a simple photograph.
Our Fish Measuring Tool delivers length data within seconds, revolutionizing the way fisheries management organizations collect data and protect fish populations.
Species ID
Many anglers hit the water every year knowing regulations but struggle to properly identify the species of trout they just caught.
The onWater Fish app has integrated 3rd party species identification tools that instantly identifies the fish from a vast database of 289 freshwater and saltwater species.
We Support Data Privacy + Proper Fish Handling
Our AI-powered tools minimize fish handling, promoting the "Keep Fish Wet" principles for healthier fish populations and encouraging responsible angling practices. We prioritize data privacy and, unlike other fishing mobile apps, onWater Fish won't contribute to spot burning: an angler's success on the water remains private to them.
Any catch that is logged remains in their own private in-app journal and is only shared with vetted conservation agencies engaged in fisheries and watershed research.
Get Involved
A Call to Action for the Fishing Industry and Anglers Alike
Fisheries Management Organizations
We invite organizations whose mission is fisheries management and/or conservation to reach out to our team to learn more about how they can integrate the value of onWater fish technology and users into their own efforts.
Fishing Product Manufacturers, Retailers, & Outfitters
onWater Fish is actively collaborating with many brands and community-based organizations to spread the word and advocate for the use of these free-to-use conservation tools. If your company believes in putting conservation in the hands of your customers, followers and fans, reach out to onWater today.
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Become a Community Scientist Yourself
Log your fish, share your observations, and become a community scientist and use your data to become a smarter angler.
