Our Mission: Less Guessing, More Fishing.
It started with a simple question: "I wonder what the water is like today?"
That question led to a familiar routine: checking multiple websites for river flows, weather patterns, and trying to cross-reference everything with a map just to find a decent spot to fish. I knew there had to be a smarter way.
AnglerIQ is the tool I always wanted as an angler—a single, intelligent guide that does the homework for you, so you can focus on the cast.
Meet the Founder
Matt
"As an angler and a developer, my goal is to blend my passion for the outdoors with the power of data. I believe that technology should make it easier for us to connect with nature, not complicate it. I'm building AnglerIQ to help every angler, from the seasoned pro to the weekend adventurer, discover new waters and have their best day on the river."
Biologist-turned-physician who probably takes fishing way too seriously. You know that friend who brings a pH meter to test the water? Yeah, that's me. 🎣
Our Scientific Approach
AnglerIQ isn't just another weather app with a fish icon slapped on it. We integrate multiple environmental data sources and apply evidence-based models to predict fish behavior:
🌡️ Water Temperature Modeling
Fish are ectothermic (cold-blooded), so water temperature directly affects their metabolism and feeding behavior. We use USGS real-time water monitoring stations to track temperatures at specific locations, not just general weather data.
📊 Barometric Pressure Analysis
Studies show fish can detect pressure changes through their swim bladders. We track pressure trends over 48-hour periods to identify optimal feeding windows, especially before frontal systems.
🌙 Solunar Theory Integration
While it sounds like astrology for anglers, there's actually peer-reviewed research supporting lunar influence on fish feeding patterns. We calculate major and minor feeding periods based on moon phase and position.
🦟 Insect Hatch Predictions
Our premium features include degree-day calculations for aquatic insect emergence. Because matching the hatch isn't guesswork - it's entomology! (Yes, I keep a bug identification guide in my tackle box. No, I'm not sorry.)
Our Philosophy: Open Data, Stronger Community
We built AnglerIQ on a foundation of powerful, open-source mapping data from OpenStreetMap (OSM). This means our maps are constantly improving and belong to everyone. Our mission is to enrich this incredible resource with the layers of data that truly matter to anglers: from real-time river flows to the specific regulations and fish species for the water you're looking at.
We're not just building an app; we're building the world's most detailed, community-powered fishing atlas.
The Future of AnglerIQ: Our Roadmap
We're just getting started. Our goal is to build the most indispensable tool in your tackle box. Here's a look at what we're working on next:
🗺️ Now: Expanding Our Waters
We are laser-focused on adding more states and refining our data for public access points. Our immediate priority is ensuring you can find a great place to fish, wherever you are.
🎣 Next: Community Intelligence & Catch Logs
Soon, you'll be able to log your catches, share conditions, and see what's biting, all in real-time. Imagine a living map of what's working right now, powered by the AnglerIQ community.
🛰️ Later: Advanced Environmental Data
We're exploring cutting-edge data sources to bring you even deeper insights. This includes satellite-estimated water temperatures for lakes and reservoirs, and even predictive analytics for insect hatches based on environmental conditions.
Our Promise
We're anglers first, data scientists second. Every feature we build has to pass the "muddy boots test" - would we actually use this streamside at 5 AM with cold fingers?
We'll never claim to guarantee you'll catch fish (anyone who does is selling snake oil). But we promise to give you the best scientific edge possible, explained in plain English, without the pseudoscience that plagues fishing advice.
Join the Adventure
AnglerIQ gets better with every piece of feedback and every new idea. Follow our journey and be part of the community.