Menu
North American Fishing Club
North American Fishing Club Customer Service Phone, Email, Contacts

North American Fishing Club
reviews & complaints

www.scout.com/outdoors/fishing
www.scout.com/outdoors/fishing

Learn how the rating is calculated

1.5 82 Reviews

North American Fishing Club Complaints Summary

11 Resolved
71 Unresolved
Our verdict: With North American Fishing Club's very poor resolution rate, careful consideration is needed. Research their service comprehensively, and read up on how they handle customer disputes. If you face issues, be prepared for potential challenges in obtaining resolutions and explore other service providers as backups.
Verified
The authenticity of the customer service contact information for North American Fishing Club has been meticulously verified by representatives from ComplaintsBoard using our proprietary verification system.
Get notifications about new complaints and reviews of North American Fishing Club. We promise not to send you any unrelated messages.
Share
Claim Your Business
Take control of your profile: address complaints and engage with reviews
Write a review File a complaint

North American Fishing Club reviews & complaints 82

Sort by:

Newest North American Fishing Club reviews & complaints

ComplaintsBoard
B
4:40 pm EST

North American Fishing Club 7&santoku knife-king salmon pkg

I ordered 2 knives. I got them. I decided I did not want them. I sent them both back in the same box, with the labels that were provided for them. they are still trying to charge me 57.98 for one of them. I am not paying for something I don't even have! they were both in the same box. But somehow they are still trying to charge me for one of them. Sincerely, Bernard Hibbert

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 10 comments
Hide full review
10 comments
Add a comment
D
D
Drina Taddeo Menard
, US
Oct 09, 2015 7:52 pm EDT

My husband signed up for a 3 year membership, paid in full. He was very excited about rec'ing the magazine. We got it for about a year, then, they stopped. I went on the web site, and was re-directed to "Scout". I have sent them COUNTLESS e-mails about getting a refund. It seems that they are no longer printing a hard copy of the magazine- you need to go on-line to read it. Well, my husband won't touch the computer! So I asked for a refund- they said because it was over a year, and I had agreed to their "terms of service' I had no recourse. Wanna Bet? They never notified ANYONE that they had changed to electronic publication, which was in violation of THEIR terms of service! They agreed to send me a refund- still waiting after about 4 months, and more e-mails. It's NOT about the money- it's the principle of it all! I am a believer that the pen is mightier than the sword, so, my friends, spread the word that SCOUT is a major rip off, AND I am going to report them to the BBB! (End of Rant!)

R
R
Robert D. Tanguay
, US
Oct 06, 2015 12:31 pm EDT

Ok, I became a life time member back in 05/2006, I paid in full and I received my membership package. Now it's 2015 and I haven't received and of my promise monthly magazine. I think the last one I received was last year. What's up with that? my members number is #[protected].

R
R
Robert D. Tanguay
, US
Oct 06, 2015 12:35 pm EDT

What do you want, just send my magazines, or refund my membership!

R
R
Robert D. Tanguay
, US
Oct 06, 2015 12:33 pm EDT

Your on the hook for this ok

G
G
Gregg Thomas
Baytown, US
Mar 20, 2015 11:41 am EDT

I called several months ago and told this company not to send any more of knife set, now I receiving bill for knife sets I never received.I've tried to call but no phone number. How do you contact this company i've sent letters but I still receive bills. What kind of a company is this?

A
A
altonray
Moriarty, US
Mar 15, 2015 11:26 am EDT

recieved bill never recieved test product. I will pay for this one do not send me any more

R
R
Robert Shumack Sr
freedom, US
Feb 04, 2015 4:10 pm EST

I moved thay cent out some calendar I never got them know am getting a bill for the calendar I done went them .

J
J
Joseph Meglio
Williamstown, US
May 15, 2013 9:01 am EDT
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

This company continues sending me magazines and billing me for them, I want to stop the subscribition

S
S
Starr3030
Taylorsville, US
Aug 30, 2012 8:13 am EDT

This company is charging me $36.00 for a subscription that I NEVER signed up for! I hadn't even heard about the club or site until I hit it.

What can be done to stop this company from doing this and stop contacting me with canned responses to my questions and demands to cease and desist?

J
J
john grande
Lexington Park, US
Aug 19, 2014 4:27 pm EDT

Quit sending me subscriptions to the dam club i am not interested i have been trying to get it stopped for 2 years

JOHN GRANDE

ComplaintsBoard
N
2:18 pm EST

North American Fishing Club Company lied about everything

I am a trophy life member of North American Fishing Club. I can't get in touch with anyone from the company to talk to about my complaints. I joined the club as a life member in 2010 to test products. The cost was $350.00. They sent me another offer to become a trophy life member at a cost of $129.00 more to test better and more expensive products. I have not received but one magazine since then. I can not get in touch with anyone, no one answers the phone, and can get no response from them even through the internet. I am disappointed and would like a full refund on my money that I have paid to this company.

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 1 comment
Hide full review
1 comment
Add a comment
W
W
walleyebob66
Crivitz, US
Jun 13, 2015 11:25 am EDT

When I joined this club it offered a lot of great information and deals. So I became a Trophy Life Member. Since then the whole program seems to have fallen apart. No more test products and deals that were there before. There are no benefits for the fisherman now. It's just all about the club making money for themselves. They don't seem to care about it's membership anymore. Unfortunately all we can do is complain. Nothing will change. I regret even spending the money for my membership. But that's the way it goes now days. All these companies want to do is make money for themselves. The hell with the members. Too bad.

ComplaintsBoard
B
12:35 pm EST
Verified customer This complaint was posted by a verified customer. Learn more
Featured review
This review was chosen algorithmically as the most valued customer feedback.

North American Fishing Club - Where are my mags?

I've been a life member for many years. I paid my membership dues in full and received a fishing rod and reel like promised but have not received the magazines for life like promised. I would like my magazines sent to me as that is the reason I joined the club. My membership number is [protected]

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 4 comments
ComplaintsBoard
T
5:51 pm EST
Verified customer This complaint was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

North American Fishing Club Sending me bills after sending product back

I received a calendar from the club several weeks ago and I sent it back, because I didn't want it. I am now receiving a bill for 19.98 for the calendar. I have tried to contact the club and none of the phone numbers I have are working. They have a recoding that everything is taken online now, but when I try to get a web site to do business I can't find any information or how to get in touch with any one. I refuse to pay for something I sent back.

Read full review of North American Fishing Club
Hide full review
ComplaintsBoard
F
12:55 pm EDT
Verified customer This complaint was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

North American Fishing Club Broken contract

I just cancelled my lifetime memberships from both nahc and nafc. I received my magazines from each club and they are the exact same magazine sporting different covers. When I called into non-customer service and spoke to a supervisor to request a refund for one of my memberships I got nothing bur disgusted. Her basic message was either love it or leave it. Well, I left them. Hopefully my cancellation will send a very small message to corporate but if all other members follow my lead it may change a very samll message into a huge one. I attempted to post this message on both the nahc and nafc website chat rooms but not surprisingly they were both censored. Fyi - I placed my new huge, slippery (No, i'm not going there!) "coffee table" (Must be a wannabee outdoorsman that pays for guides and says he did it on his own kind of guy - I don't have one of those in my cabin) advertising magazines directly in the recycle bin. Good luck with your newly destroyed clubs and i'll see you in the woods or on the water.

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 5 comments
Update by FurFinFeatherFun
Apr 26, 2014 12:53 pm EDT

I JUST cancelled my LIFETIME memberships from both NAHC and NAFC. I received my magazines from each club and they are the EXACT same magazine sporting different covers. When I called into NON-customer service and spoke to a SUPERVISOR to request a refund for one of my memberships I got nothing bur disgusted. Her BASIC message was either love it or leave it. Well, I LEFT them. Hopefully my cancellation will send a VERY SMALL message to corporate but if all other members follow my lead it may change a VERY SAMLL message into a HUGE one. I attempted to post this message on both the NAHC and NAFC website chat rooms but not surprisingly they were both CENSORED. FYI - I placed my new HUGE, SLIPPERY (no, I'm not going there!) "coffee table" (MUST be a wannabee outdoorsman that PAYS for guides and says he did it on HIS OWN kind of guy - I don't have one of those in my cabin) ADVERTISING magazines directly in the recycle bin. Good luck with YOUR newly destroyed clubs and I'll see you in the woods or on the water.

Hide full review
5 comments
Add a comment
D
D
Dorothea Wheeler
Scranton, US
Jul 09, 2022 1:07 pm EDT
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

Been a life member since 2004,haven't gotten anything since I moved 8 yrs ago! Figured I'd cancel my membership since I've been ill and haven't been fishing as much. Paperwork I have says I can cancel anytime and get my money back! Guess they really gave all of us the raw deal! I would love my money back! Anyone know where I can try? Ive checked some of these websites like stuuffstuff,got no where!

R
R
Ryan Ruck
, US
Sep 24, 2018 9:42 am EDT

Well, I guess I now know why I haven't heard anything about my life memberships to NAFC and NAHC in years. I thought it was because I'm in the military and moved a lot. It would be nice to get my money back since we're not getting what we paid for.

C
C
Carlton Richardson
, US
Jan 25, 2018 2:46 pm EST

My name is Carlton L Richardson and I'm a life member with NAFC. My account last 4 ends with 2028. I'm not sure as to what's really going on because NAFC phone number hasn't worked for me. I'm just making it known that I'm concerned about my membership as well.

Q
Q
"B"
Weiser, US
Jan 20, 2015 1:18 pm EST
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

I agree totally! I have been a life member since 1999, paid all dues and at first was receiving offers, magazines, and test items on a regular basis. About a year ago I had not received a magazine for quite some time so I wrote them about it and got no response. I went on their website and found the mag. was online. I also seen they were doing testing thru something called StuffStuff or something like that. I subscribed and received a couple of items which was Berkley line and cannot remember the other. No matter I tested and reviewed and wanted to test other items but nothing. Their Give-Away program is a joke as I have always put in but nothing there either. They probably go to their "Buds". I just went to their new website and found my status as expired! How am I expired as a paid in full member in good status. This outfit is a JOKE and will never go to their website again. As for my membership I guess I will eat the membership fee but will cancel my membership. The same goes for the NAHC both are a farce and hopefully folks start cancelling out of their memberships and maybe wake this club up. Very disappointing that these people call themselves fisherman or hunters, they are just another group looking for money. Tight Lines to all of the real FISHERMEN!

C
C
COUNT DRACULA
Chicago, US
May 29, 2014 7:38 pm EDT

WHEN I BECAME A LIFE MEMBER TO THIS FISHING CLUB THEIR MAGAZINE WAS INFORMATIVE TO A DEGREE.IF YOU PICKED WHAT YOU WANTED IN THE INFO YOU COULD BECOME MORE PRODUCTIVE WITH YOUR FISHING.IT WAS OK UNTIL THIS LAST ISSUE THAT WAS SENT.THIS IS THE BIGGEST PIECE OF GARBAGE I HAVE RECIEVED CALLING ITSELF A FISHING MAGAZINE.
I USE TO GET THE IN FISHERMAN PRIOR TO MY SUBSCRIPTION TO NAFC.
I SWITCH BECAUSE THEY STOPPED TEACHING ANYTHING NEW BUT NEVER TURNED INTO A ADVERTISING BOOKLET LIKE NAFC HAS SHOWED ME WITH THEIR LATEST.
I ALSO AGREE THEIR PRODUCT TESTING PROGRAM IS A COME ON FOR NOTHING.I TESTED 2 DIFFERENT PRODUCT FOR THEM.THE FIRST WAS AN 3/8 OZ. ARTIFICIAL LURE .IT WAS SENT IN JANUARY AND THEY WANTED RESULTS IN 4 WEEKS.I LIVE IN THE NORTHERN STATES AND COULDNT SEE GOING OUT TO MY FAVORITE LAKE AND CAST IT ON THE ICE AND SEE IF ANY FISH WOULD BREAK THRU TO ATTACK MY LURE.THE SECOND WAS MOISTURE PACKETS FOR TACKLEBOXES.YOU COULD BUY KITTY LITTER OR REGULAR OILDRY AND GET SAME RESULTS A LOT CHEAPER. BOTH PRODUCTS WERE A FLOP IN MY BOOK AND TOLD THEM SO.NEVER HEARD ANOTHER WORD FROM THEM.BOTH PRODUCTS GOT AN EIGHT FROM CLUB.ALL THE BETTER PRODUCTS WERE A COME ON IN MY OPINION.
ONLY THING THAT THEY DID DO WAS GIVE ME THE GIFTS THAT WERE PROMISED FOR LIFE MEMBERSHIP.
RIGHT NOW I WOULDNT RECOMEND THIS CLUB TO NOBODY.

ComplaintsBoard
A
1:44 pm EDT
Resolved
The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

North American Fishing Club Collections

I agree with the many others on this site that the north american fishing club is a scam. My family also received bills from north american fishing club... Stating that there was still time to claim our free gift if we paid our subscription. As we did not want the subscription, just ignored this as junk mail. Then received a letter from the collection agency stating that as we have not paid for our subscription, the account was now in collections. The only thing the north american fishing club, along with their collections partner, is fishing for is money for nothing.In the meantime, they are busy damaging innocent peoples credit! The authorities need to step in and prosecute both!

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 3 comments
Resolved

The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

Hide full review
3 comments
Add a comment
N
N
notanotherusername
, US
Sep 09, 2013 3:53 pm EDT
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

@CONSERVATION FISHER,
They send unsolicited junk mail. We have been getting it since we moved in to this place since late 2009, of course the name they have made up matches no one living here, so it all goes into the trash.
So stop assuming someone is a dead beat and doesn't want to pay up! Who wants to pay for unsolicited junk mail? Fool!

F
F
Fafhrd45ACP
Kennebunk, US
Jun 03, 2013 7:34 am EDT

I have been a life member for many years. I was getting plenty of free things to test until they recently changed their testing program. I get the magazine on a regular basis, which I love to read. I received one book which I did not order. I returned it to them with the prepaid postage enclosed and requested they not send me any more as federal postal regulations allow me to keep unsolicited items I receive in the mail. I never got another one.

C
C
CONSERVATION FISHER
Ottawa, CA
Jan 10, 2013 6:59 pm EST

The authorities need to step in and prosecute YOU for citing malicious accusations and unfounded at that... Pay you bills ### and have no collections calling you... I have been A LIFE MEMBER FOR OVER 10 YEARS NOW NO COMPLAINTS...EXCEPT LISTENING TO LITTLE BABIES LIKE YOU... STEP UP TO THE PLATE AND BE A MAN PAY UP...

ComplaintsBoard
P
4:37 pm EDT
Resolved
The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

North American Fishing Club Scam

They turned my husband in to a collection agency for not paying a $237.00 for books that he did not recieve. what a rip off.

Lou Ann Wolff

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 6 comments
Resolved

The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

Hide full review
6 comments
Add a comment
P
P
Pushed Too Far
Missoula, US
Apr 16, 2011 3:32 pm EDT
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

My 7 year old son received a letter from North American Fishing Club (NAFC) stating someone had referred his name to NAFC as an avid and highly respected fisherman and as such, invited him to join NAFC. The enticing letter, especially for a 7 year old, promised a "Filet Knife Set", "2 bobbers", magazines, and the chance of receiving numerous other free gifts with his membership at a special $10 introductory rate for a 1 year membership, to be paid at a later time. The free gifts were suppose to include various new high quality fishing products from various manufactures who wanted to test market their products through NAFC members. How could a 7 year old resist. Even after my wife and I explained to him how if something seems to good to be true, it probably is not true. Our son persisted and agreed that he was willing to pay $10 of his own money for the 1 year membership, to include receiving the free knife, bobbers, and magazines. My wife and I wavered from our better judgment and allowed our son to send in the membership card with his signature - well knowing we were not going to let him run wild with the knife, and figuring it was only for a $10 fee which he said he was willing to pay. The decision to join was ultimately his. A few weeks later my son initially received a cheesy membership card and window decal sticker. These were later followed by his receiving a low quality fishing magazine from NAFC and a small pack of very cheap looking fishing hooks, but no "Filet Knives" and "bobbers" as noted in the $10 special they initially enticed him with. NAFC seemed to make more promises about my son's receiving bigger and better prizes if he would commit to longer membership, of course at higher prices. Recognizing that NAFC's promises were more of a scam than initially suspected, that NAFC had not fulfilled their contractual obligation, and knowing that under contract law that a contract with a minor is not binding on behalf of the minor, we advised our son that he did not have to pay the $10 membership fee until NAFC held up to their end and he received the free gifts they PROMISED, at which time he would send them the $10 they quoted to him for his 1 year trail membership. My son began receiving notices from NAFC stating he had an outstanding balance of $24 dollars and that if he did not send them payment, that it would be turned over to a collection agency. Eventually, my son received a letter from Retrieval-Masters Creditors Bureau, Inc., a collection agency. NAFC's practices are extremely questionable and appear to be more geared to extorting money from its members than providing any kind of fair product in exchange for its members dues.

E
E
Ed Smith
Westbrook, US
Mar 17, 2013 11:57 am EDT

i was promised three free gifts for joining, a fishermans weigh n fillet set, arattlin rapala lure, and gas rebates. ive already got letters and books sent to me asking me to buy or upgrade my membership. i think we need to take care of the first promise first! NOT IMPRESSED SO FAR! ed smith member #[protected]

J
J
JNGPR
North Judson, US
Jul 09, 2011 10:39 pm EDT

As a 9 year member of the club, I could not disagree more. All notices I have every recieved did instruct that you recieve the free gifts with PAID membership. If the bill had been paid, you would have recieved what you were "promised". I have no financial interest in the club, as I am a FEE PAYING member; however I have ALWAYS recieved what I was told I would get. In the one and only instance where something was not shipped to me, a simple call to customer service resolved the issue within a matter of minutes, and I had the item within a week.

M
M
M. Worland
, US
May 28, 2011 4:05 pm EDT

I am in agreement with bpete and NOT the original complainer on this one. While I understand there can be frustrations when dealing with such an entity as NAFC, I've personally NEVER had any problem they weren't willing and able to resolve in a timely manner. I've received several items to 'test' and happily been the chosen winner in one of their contests although only being a Life Member for three years. The items they've sent me for my approval have either been purchased or returned without any problems/questions. I'm sorry that you had such a negative experience. On a whole, I've been satisfied with 'The Club' and think the benefits (knowledge/insights) you can get far outweigh any minor inconveniences you might endure.

B
B
bpete
Salt Lake City, US
May 27, 2011 7:39 pm EDT

I can agree with your comlaint as to sending a seven year old this offer and I think I would have the same thoughts if it was one of my boys. however i can tell you from being a life member for 12 years that i have received everything promised to me by the club and I would proudly recomend the club to anyone interested in improving their fishing skills and knowledge. I sincerily hope that this problem with you sons trial membership get resolved.

P
P
Pushed Too Far
Missoula, US
Apr 16, 2011 3:35 pm EDT
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

Spot on - North American Fishing Club is a Scam

ComplaintsBoard
D
7:47 pm EST
Resolved
The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

North American Fishing Club I asked ror free gift. I did not want. They sent me to collection, creditor bureau for gifts and magazines I did not recive a single thing!

This american fishing club is out of control I had sent in for a free trail of magazine w/free gift. That was 5 hooks. They were of no guality. And no magazines ever came to my mail box so I never subscribed to them. Thinking thay would get it. That I wanted nothing to do with them or there products. Now they have a creditor writing me telling me I am past due on my payments. For something I dont want in the first place. This action put a bad mark on my credit score. I will send them one doller for the poor grade hooks. If that does not make us even. Then more action will have to taken. Thanks derek d d.

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 1 comment
Resolved

The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

Hide full review
1 comment
Add a comment
J
J
Jerry 7067
Delray Beach, US
Aug 23, 2012 7:31 am EDT

I got sucked in and paid for a subscpription.
Received 5 cheap hooks and nothing else.
Have the cancled check and they are now telling me I owe more.

These people are thieves and should be investigated by The Stae Attorney Generals Office.

ComplaintsBoard
U
4:17 pm EDT
Resolved
The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.
Featured review
This review was chosen algorithmically as the most valued customer feedback.

North American Fishing Club - How to avoid their scam

My father paid $213 for a "lifetime membership" in may, 2011. Was supposed to get a shimano fishing rod and reel and magazine as part of the membership. Never got the rod & reel. Instead he received books & gifts & others items that he was being charged for. He mailed it all back and made phone calls to cancel but never got responses. He's a senior citizen...

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 11 comments
ComplaintsBoard
D
3:08 pm EDT
Resolved
The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

North American Fishing Club Product order

Placed an order for a fishing related item. The company successfully charged my credit card in march, apparently shipped the product in march by fedex to the post office who then lost it. The nafc now claims that the credit card was declined (Not confirmed as of may 31st) aand refuse to replace the product. Online searches indicate that my placing an order with nafc was ill advised. Just a word up folks.

Read full review of North American Fishing Club
Resolved

The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

Hide full review
ComplaintsBoard
R
4:12 pm EST
Resolved
The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

North American Fishing Club Promised magazines & free gifts cashed our check but never received anything & now they turn me over for collections

This company sent an advertisement saying you can get their magazine and free gifts for joining. I sent in a check to them & never received anything. When I received a bill I emailed them but no one ever responded & now I get a bill from a collection agency called rmcb [protected] apparantely I am not the only person this company has scammed & this is totally wrong

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 5 comments
Resolved

The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

Hide full review
5 comments
Add a comment
B
B
Becky bussell
Kathleen, US
Oct 16, 2012 12:38 pm EDT

I joined NAFC and I received some hooks in the mail. When I went to the website to get the rapala and knife set I cant get into the website, then I found out the website is bogus. I have gotten a magazine from them but that is all...Now you have to even watch out for a d------ fishing magazine...Everybody has to mess up everything and leave a bad taste in your mouth and makes you afraid to order anything...I am p-------... wish I had a phone # for them...Phone # is [protected]...I am going to give them a call and see if this is bogus too we all should call them...Well I called and the lady said she would send me the products I was due so we will see so everybody else should call this number. maybe it will help.. Good-Luck to all and happy fishing! Becky

X
X
Xotchilt Robinson
Berkeley, US
Apr 27, 2012 8:44 am EDT
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

I was scammed also. Never received anything. Only a bill to pay and then they will send, but according to previous customers it did not happen with them and I am going to cancel.

K
K
Kathy Gilmore
Claysville, US
Apr 17, 2012 8:21 am EDT
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

I alos fell for the mail advertisement. The web site they list to receive your free gifts is bogus. they cashed my check also and in all of the information that was sent to me there was no phone number. How DUMB are we?

E
E
earl deshong
Lansing, US
Sep 09, 2011 3:29 pm EDT

i think this is xc scam!

E
E
earl deshong
Lansing, US
Sep 09, 2011 3:28 pm EDT

i cannot get into your request for my fre gifts for free gifts for joining your promised Rattin rapelala and Kinfe with 6"
BLADE, KINFE 7.5 ", COMBO SCALE ETC. PLEASE SRND THEM TO ME ASAP ! to Earl de shong 5619 joshua Lansing mi 48911

ComplaintsBoard
B
6:32 pm EST
Verified customer This complaint was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

North American Fishing Club Bill

I had gotten several things from north american fishing club, wanting me and my husband to join. I never did. This was back in 2008 but guess what happens today being february 24, 2011 I get a collections bill from them saying we owe 285.00 u have got to be kidding me. I called them and they tried to argue with me, but it didnt work, I was having something so stupid on my credit. She said they took it off but we will see

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 2 comments
Hide full review
2 comments
Add a comment
A
A
Agapito L. Cantu
Lyford, US
Feb 21, 2012 5:32 pm EST

Iam trying to pay a bill for an item i recived in the mail. Iam not deliquent I just want to pay the bill. I am following instructions and can't seem to get the right web page can u help. My memebership number is [protected] Iam trying to pay item number LRDG6830 ITS for my knife collection.

P
P
pmwilly
, US
Mar 01, 2011 3:06 am EST

What is the number for this organization need to call them there sending me past dues invoice & i don't want this membership need a number to contact them

ComplaintsBoard
K
9:37 pm EST
Resolved
The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

North American Fishing Club Scams

Having trouble with this organization sending out junk coins, junk calenders, etc. You put a return to sender on the package, send it back, still get billed. Constantly. How do I get them off my back?

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 3 comments
Resolved

The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

Hide full review
3 comments
Add a comment
E
E
eugene harshaw
Cleveland, US
Feb 25, 2013 2:58 pm EST
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

i have been with this club for 3years and have not recevied nothing from them from in their free gear giveaway they are full of ### eugene harshaw

J
J
johnboy1972
Niagara Falls, US
Jun 20, 2012 8:09 am EDT

i paid the 24 bucks for 2 years still have not recieved my gas rebates and lure but was sent a book that i like and a coin but did not pay for the sliver cion that they say not sure if sliver and still not my free gift they sent me a letter to be life time member?know they sent me out other book with a proflex anglers knife but not my free gifts some thing not right know i owe the 50 .. bucks?should i pay them im on disabilty they can not do any thing but when i ask a bouth my free gifts they should be where in 2 to 3 weeks they said that 2 months ago not sure what to doty john henderson

A
A
Alley Oops
Calion, US
Nov 12, 2011 9:15 pm EST

I have been ripped off by this scam organization as well...a huge fee for a lifetime membership with 'free' gifts to follow...what a sham...I received books, lures of no value, fishing lines, calendars and other stuff...I was promised a filet knive among other little goodies but they never came...I still receive stuff from this sham organization that I never open and return to them unopened and as one complainer stated, you still get billed for stuff you returned to them without opening...I just received another item from them in today's mail...let's see what this one says: Uh Oh...they have sent me two cards asking me to take out a long term health care policy with them...when will this crap ever end. It says 'Medical Evacuation..Medical Assistance...Travel Assistance & Assistance for Companions...this organization needs to be exposed for what it is...a back room sham operating out of MN.

ComplaintsBoard
K
8:02 pm EST
Resolved
The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

North American Fishing Club Mailers

Wondering is anybody is having problems with the so called gifts that is sent out by this organization? (Calendars & coins etc) if you keep it you buy it. I have been a life member close to 20 years, and it has gotten bad. I have never kept anything. I automatically do a return to sender in big red letters right at the post office when I pick up my mail. I have sent letters telling this this and I continue to get bills. This last one says that they have billed me 5 times which is bull. I have sent a response everytime and have my copies. What started out as $14 for a calender, which by the way can be purchased at big 5 for $5.00 is now up to $26.00. How do I get them off my back?
Thanks/ken

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 3 comments
Resolved

The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

Hide full review
3 comments
Add a comment
A
A
Anthony Backus
, US
Dec 30, 2014 11:43 am EST
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

To north american fishing club, I had recived two north american calendars about oct. 20th. On noveber 1st. I sent them back. I never opened the pagage. Just opened the letter on the outside of the pageage. And got the return addrese slip and put it on the outside of it and took to th manitowoc, wisconsin 54220 post office and went inside, paid for what it cost tosend it back. Now today I get a bill for something I do not even have! I am not paying for somethinmg I do not have.

J
J
joefishing
Shelton, US
Mar 30, 2014 5:47 pm EDT

I have been a member of the north american fishing club for a long time. They were a company that published a magazine at the time I joined. Now it seems like their only purpose is to send me unsolicited shoddy merchandise along with an very high priced billing. If I do not want it I am instructed to return to them, but I have to pay the postage to do that.
The latest is a product they call the sportman's cutlery collection. They keep sending me knives every 6 to 8 weeks. The knives are made in china and not good quality but are priced at $59.95 each. I foolishly sent payment and kept the first 2 but then decided enough was enough. I paid the postage to send the next one back along with a notice not to send me any more. I keep receiving more at $59.95 each. I have spent so much on sending them back and am getting past due notices for those I have already returned. I have tried several times to contact the customer service number but can never get through to anyone.
Beware! This company is only interested in scamming you.

A
A
Alley Oops
Calion, US
Nov 12, 2011 9:19 pm EST

I have experienced the same ordeals as others have posted on this wire, i.e., lifetime membership, calendars, books, cheap lures, cheap fishing lines and just today, I received a letter from them asking me to join their 'emergency medical treatment' organization which is underwritten by some org out of AZ...This company needs to be exposed as they're ripping people off right and left...and they operate under the pretense that they're a fishing club...good cover, don't you think.

ComplaintsBoard
T
11:03 am EDT
Verified customer This complaint was posted by a verified customer. Learn more
Featured review
This review was chosen algorithmically as the most valued customer feedback.

North American Fishing Club - Postal fraud/scam

I rec'd a postcard type mailing that promised a free gift and a chance to "pre-view" the magazine "at no cost to me". The only thing I rec'd from this company was an invoice for a 1 year subscription. No free gift included. Inside the invoice was a letter stating that as soon as I paid my membership dues, I would receive my gift from them as promised...

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 5 comments
ComplaintsBoard
J
2:37 pm EDT
Resolved
The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

North American Fishing Club Past due notice

I was sent an invoice about a month ago soliciting me for membership. I mailed back to them that I am not interested and to remove me from their mailing list. Today in the mail I received a past due invoice for membership. I tried calling the 800# I found on the internet (Since there wasn't one listing on the invoice) and could not get anyone on the actual phone, just an automated system.

I did not request to be a member and I want them to remove me from their list for any future mailings. I do not now or in the future want to become a member of the north american fishing club.

Thank you,
Jerry allgower

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 8 comments
Resolved

The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.

Hide full review
8 comments
Add a comment
T
T
Tim Davis
, US
Aug 11, 2010 3:34 pm EDT
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

I did apply for a membership but it was for $12.00 then when I recieved a statement it was for $36.00 I'd say they are very misleading . I didn't recieve the products that they said i would so i saw no problem no product no money, but now the threats and past due notices are getting to be a bit to much. I don't want anything from this company other than for them to leave me alone stop the harrassing letters threating to turn me over to a collections if not paid in 10days.

J
J
jt Davis
La Pine, US
Jul 30, 2013 4:37 pm EDT

i never had a membership and i received this letter that i was; when i send a letter back to them i did not want to be a member they sent me a bill . how do i file a law suit against these crooks and is there a class action started?

P
P
Pat Etter
Newton, US
Jan 14, 2012 3:49 pm EST
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

I am a life member. They send things I don't want. I have sent back and then they bill me. I have told them to take me off the mailing list and not to send anything else. I am now being billed for a calender I have returned. I will not pay as I have paid for a coin I never received. I don't know how to get off the list and drop my membership. Pat Etter PS I have always heard you aren't responsiable for things you never ordered.

M
M
Martie Henderson
Amboy, US
Jan 29, 2011 2:55 pm EST

You will never get an answer from this bunch of scammers, just a statement wanting more money for some worthless books .

R
R
Ronnie L. Bielling
Private, US
Dec 30, 2010 4:23 pm EST

I haven't even ordered anything from them and got a past due bill. I found this site while browsing to try and find a phone number for them sense it is not on the bill anywhere that I can see.

R
R
Roger Calkins
Sheridan, US
Dec 14, 2010 12:57 am EST
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

Member #[protected]
Roger Calkins
Reference No. LKTS7605
LAST CHANCE-FINAL NOTICE
I sent the last two letter back to NAFC, and now, North American Fishing Club send me a third notice of a DVD on TROUT TECHNIQUES that I never received in the mail for $12.24. Don't know where it is, and I'm paying for something I never received. Tell them I don't want any DVD.

J
J
James p. Bowie
Edinburg, US
Nov 17, 2010 1:25 pm EST
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

i am sorry to see so meny fishing loveres getting scammed!ME being one also I guess!however I paid by ck.&kepted their email that they recieved payment, so I will keep you posted!FISHING LOVERES BEWARE!

J
J
James p. Bowie
Edinburg, US
Nov 17, 2010 1:19 pm EST
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

I also was paid in full, 10/30/2010 but keep getting bills, trying to contact them not easy!

ComplaintsBoard
C
11:34 am EDT
Verified customer This complaint was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

North American Fishing Club No response

I wanted to get started with the nafc as sson as I received their mailing. Thought my grandkids would like a fishing magazine. I was in such a hurry, I quickly took $12.00 out of my wallet and put it in the envelope along with the registration blank. 2 weeks later, I got a bill for $12.00. They said if I wanted to receive my first free gift, it would be sent after they received my one year membership payment of $12.00. I have received nothing! They got their (My) $12.00 cash. I suppose it was toooooo tempting for someone and they just stuck it in their pocket. I have heard since, that the north american fishing club is only a cover for some kind of book club that you get tied into— before you get any of the things you are to receive free for testing. What a farce! I want my $12.00!

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 2 comments
Hide full review
2 comments
Add a comment
M
M
Martie Henderson
Amboy, US
Jan 29, 2011 2:48 pm EST

I also will be contacting the better business bureau on these phonies, what a scam.

N
N
NickieOhio
Belpre, US
Jul 12, 2010 5:40 pm EDT
Verified customer This comment was posted by a verified customer. Learn more

I deffinately agree with you and i suggest that you contact The Better Business Burea in Minnetonka, MN...just like I did :)
~Nickie~in~Ohio

ComplaintsBoard
L
11:27 am EDT
Resolved
The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer’s satisfaction.
Featured review
This review was chosen algorithmically as the most valued customer feedback.

North American Fishing Club - Does not fulfill promised obligations

Paid for a lifetime membership, got everything they promised, they starting sending me books, I had to either pay for them or send them back at my expense. (I bought 13 of them, approx $350) I requested three times is writing to send no more. They kept sending them, I finally refused the delivery. Now, i'm apparently on the "bad boy" list, i've received no...

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 6 comments
ComplaintsBoard
R
9:44 am EST

North American Fishing Club Fraud

I signed up & paid for one (1) year membership. I was to get 6 magazines, quite a few gifts & free test items. I only got 2 magazines, several cheap packs of hooks & a multitude of requests for me to send them more money to become a life-time member. This extra money will include many-many more free items & a life-time membership. Bull! I have not received all of what I was promised in the single year membership.

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 11 comments
Hide full review
11 comments
Add a comment
B
B
Bob
,
Aug 15, 2008 1:50 pm EDT

In mail today got threatening letter from North American Fishing Club, threatening to turn me over to a collection agency, etc, if I didn't cough up their membership fee. I do not fish anymore, haven't fished for years. I never even heard of these people. Thanks to websites like yours, I learned that they are part of North American Membership Group, as is Handyman Club of America and numerous other phony "clubs" which are actually nothing more than for-profit companies. Handyman Club is probably where they got my name and address, as I was briefly a member, soon realized what a rip-off they were and used my cancellation privileges to get a refund of my Handyman Club money. I guess this is how they try to get the money back again. Anyhow, I've been talking to people, and so far have convinced three other members of the Group's various clubs to drop their memberships in their respective clubs. I have a call in to the USPS Postal Inspector, but haven't gotten anything back yet.

D
D
dutchboy6804
Cushing, US
Feb 23, 2010 6:47 pm EST

Thanks to all of you, Iwas going to join but the nay's outweigh the yay's. Thanks again.

D
D
dutchboy6804
Cushing, US
Feb 23, 2010 6:44 pm EST

Thanks to all of you! Iwas going to join, but the nay's outweigh the yay's. Thanks again.

T
T
terrisweetie4u
Greenbrier, US
Sep 22, 2009 9:58 am EDT

I also was told it was just a $1 a month but got the bill and it was either $24 for two years or $36 for three years. I have received only 1 magazine. I was not able to pay the price that they wanted me to pay so now I get a notice that they want to send me to a collection agency. I was also promised gifts for a one year subscription. I can't pay that price or 2 and 3 years. I just wanted 1 to see if I liked it not 2 and 3 years.

K
K
kamaqafi
Albany, US
Aug 26, 2009 10:17 pm EDT

I don't fish never [censored] and I've got today a packet and card from NAFC that assign me as official member. Please anybody know what to do? To return packet or just to ignore it?

N
N
Norman Keene
Federal Way , US
Jul 10, 2009 12:37 am EDT

I have been with HAFC for over 2 years & went in as a Life Member & recieved everything they said in the ad. That includes the fishing pole with my name on it & fishing reel. I am sending in my test profile to test more products.

F
F
FishinJay
, US
May 27, 2009 1:49 pm EDT

Well, I got this nice letter inviting me to join at a special $10 introductory for 1 year. I also won a "Filet Knife Set" and "2 bobbers."
I sent in my card for membership.
I RECEIVED an invoice IMMEDIATELY saying if I paid $36 they would send me the "Filet Knives" and "bobbers".
NO MENTION of the $10 special they enticed me with.
Basically, when I see the free gifts they PROMISED, they'll get my $10 they quoted to me for a 1 year trail membership.
I don't see that happening as I've read several complaints on the net regarding their questionable practices of extorting members.

J
J
James E. Bailey
Lincoln, US
May 24, 2009 11:16 pm EDT

I am a lifetime member since 1996. I field tested a fishing product fo them and kept it when the test was done. You must volunteer to test gear; They don't send it without asking. The only thing you must do is fill out an evaluation form with the results (your opinion). I had only one problem at the beginning of my membership and resolved it via e-mail. The only thing I wish for is more west coast fishing coverage. Too much of the coverage is the east coast and the great lakes. I am surprised to see these complaints. I'm also a member of The Handyman Club (the same organization) and have had no problems whatsoever. I consider their magazine information to be very good and useful

R
R
Randay K.
Standish, US
Apr 25, 2009 2:14 pm EDT

I have never had a problem with them. I have been a member since 2004 and just recently, received a product to test that was worth $130.00, which I get to keep. I would recommend joining if you like to fish. They have always done what they said they would. They even continued my account with out a break while I was in Iraq and could not get a hold of them for over a month with out an additional charge or cancellation because of the break in membership. Their number is [protected] and their email is memberservices@fishingclub.com

G
G
gary warren
MTN. CITY,, US
Mar 14, 2009 10:29 pm EDT

I BECOME A MEMBER OF N.A.F.C. FIRST, THEN A LIFE TIME MEMBER . I WOULD GUESS MY COMPLAINTS WOULD BE A LOT LIKE OTHERS WHO HAVN'T RECEIVED THE PROMOS PROMISED. I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR MONTHS TO RECEIVE MY FISHING REEL WITH MY NAME WRITTEN ON IT, I DON'T KNOW WHAT THE PROBLEM IS BUT THEY KEEP TRYING TO GET ME TO UP GRADE TO THE NEXT LEVEL. IF THIS COMPANY IS A FRAUD AND TAKING ADVANTAGE OF PEOPLE LIKE US WHO WORK HARD AND TRY HAVE SOMETHING TO BE PROUD OF AND THEN BE DECEIVED IS A DISGRACE. UPON A NOTICE I RECEIVED FROM THEM THERE WAS A PHONE NUMBER I TRIED TO CALL AND TO MY SURPRISE A VOICE MESSAGE DIRECTED ME TO CALL A SEX FHONE. I'M GOING TO GET TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS IF ITS THE LAST THING I DO. I TRULY HOPE THIS IS NOT A SCAM, IT WOULD A GREAT DISAPPOINTMENT. IN THE PAST YEAR THEY'VE MANAGED TO GET OVER FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS OF MY MONEY PLUS WHAT I PAID FOR BOOKS, COINS ETC. I'VE BEEN UP TO MY NECK WITH SCAMS OVER THE YEARS AND THIS ONE MAY BE THE ONE THAT BREAKS THE CAMELS BACK. GOD HELP THEM IF N.A.F.C. "NORTH AMERICAN FISHING CLUB " IS DISHONEST FRAUDULENT. YOU SHALL SURELY COME TO NAUGHT!

ComplaintsBoard
D
8:37 am EDT

North American Fishing Club Did not receive promised promo gifts offered when first signing up!

Initially, I was offered free gifts as a prom to intice the sale of a membership. I did not receive all of the free gifts offered and now have received a notice to renew my membership. I do not have an e-mail address to bring this issue up with this club, but would certainly would like to ask them to explain to me the benefits of membership again!

Dani warner

Read full review of North American Fishing Club and 7 comments
Hide full review
7 comments
Add a comment
L
L
Leonard E. Sherman
Newmarket, US
Apr 22, 2010 2:34 pm EDT

I, had recently joined and got a bill for past due. Mind you that my payment was on time and I had to call automated service to check on my payment, yes it was recieved but, where's the free stuff . I could have bought some other magazine probably as good and then stop at the tackle shop, problem solved. I am using my bill envelope to send them a letter, m sure they will open it if they think there is money. LENEDOGG somewhere in NewHampshire

T
T
thewellsteam
, US
Jun 25, 2009 5:15 pm EDT

This club is a scam and I believe the people writing positive things about the club are either a scam also or the few lucky ones the club sends things too so they look lejit.

E
E
eric's mum
united states, US
May 28, 2009 3:03 pm EDT

They are a horrible club I signed up for my husband because he loves to fish i have not received anything from them and it has been 3 months since i sent payment my advice would be to not join this club

J
J
jackrabbit
Albion, US
Apr 27, 2009 7:55 am EDT

Pease make this right!

J
J
jackrabbit
Albion, US
Apr 27, 2009 7:53 am EDT

I DIDNT ANY OF STUFF YOU TOLD I WOULD I HAVE WAITING OVER A MOMTH FOR MY STICTER I CANT LOG ON IM NOT VERY HAPPY WITH YOUR CLUB IWOULD LIKE MY STUFF OR MY MONEY BACK! Albert (skip) Walker Jr. #6945322

R
R
Randay K.
Standish, US
Apr 25, 2009 2:10 pm EDT

I have never had a problem with them. I have been a member since 2004 and just recently, received a product to test that was worth $130.00, which I get to keep. I would recommend joining if you like to fish. They have always done what they said they would. They even continued my account with out a break while I was in Iraq and could not get a hold of them for over a month with out an additional charge or cancellation because of the break in membership. Here is there email address for problems: memberservices@fishingclub.com or their number is [protected]. Have a nice day

D
D
davesett2000
Pepin, US
Dec 30, 2008 3:49 pm EST

Although some Members have had trouble getting things from the Club that were promised to them, they don't offer much extra "stuff" unless you become a FULLY PAID Life Member. Feel free to contact me as I am an 8 year Life Member and regular on the Forums at the site.

Trust badge
Collect Your Trust Badge
Be recognized for outstanding customer service

North American Fishing Club contacts

Phone number

+1 (800) 843-6232

Website

www.scout.com/outdoors/fishing

Your Voice Matters: Our Commitment to Genuine Reviews

Empowering Real Experiences

At ComplaintsBoard, we believe in the power of true customer stories. Our platform is a space for authentic voices, where experiences, both good and bad, are shared openly and honestly.

Dedicated to Authenticity

ComplaintsBoard is vigilant in our fight against false reviews. Our team employs robust verification methods to ensure every review reflects a real customer experience, upholding the integrity of our platform.

Encouraging Detailed Feedback

ComplaintsBoard values reviews that come with real evidence. Whether it's a photo, a detailed account, or additional documentation, such substantiation adds credibility to your story, helping others make better-informed decisions.

Balanced and Constructive Conversations

We're more than just a complaints board; we're a community for balanced dialogue. ComplaintsBoard encourages reviews that not only highlight issues but also acknowledge positive aspects, fostering a fair and comprehensive understanding.

Free and Fair Platform

ComplaintsBoard's commitment to maintaining a free and unbiased platform is unwavering. Every review is treated equally, ensuring that your voice is heard and respected, regardless of the nature of your experience.

Is ComplaintsBoard.com associated with North American Fishing Club?

ComplaintsBoard.com is not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with North American Fishing Club Customer Service. Initial North American Fishing Club complaints should be directed to their team directly. You can find contact details for North American Fishing Club above.

ComplaintsBoard.com is an independent complaint resolution platform that has been successfully voicing consumer concerns since 2004. We are doing work that matters - connecting customers with businesses around the world and help them resolve issues and be heard.

Use this comments board to leave complaints and reviews about North American Fishing Club. Discuss the issues you have had with North American Fishing Club and work with their customer service team to find a resolution.