Fishing
Red Snapper Assessment Study Funded
Bipartisan support leads congress to pass a multi-million-dollar survey in the South Atlantic.
Shimano North America Names PR Agency
King Eider Communications becomes the agency of record as the fishing brand enters its 100th year.
Snapper Quotas in Flux Again
NOAA Fisheries wants Gulf Coast states to revert back to the data collection model that the recreational fishing community has widely criticized.
Ladies, Let's Go Fishing Seminars Continue in Pandemic
A South Florida event originally slated for April will move forward this weekend.
Sportfishing Groups Sound Alarm Over California Bill
Similar bills are expected across the U.S.
Show Stoppers
Fishing tackle used to debut almost exclusively at trade shows, but the bass circuit and the Internet are changing that model.
Fishing tournament memorializes fallen Navy SEALs
The event also helps injured navy SEALs in their recovery
Recreational anglers criticize Maryland striper management
Critics say measures will restrict recreational access to the striped bass fishery.
Bassmaster Classic wraps up
The Classic’s Outdoor Expo is a popular place for manufacturers to debut new freshwater fishing products.
Virginia strengthens menhaden conservation
The small fish are a critical food source for several species of game fish.
Coronavirus prompts Shimano to withdraw from three major fishing shows
'Employee safety’ causes the tackle company to ground employees.
A rod that records where and when you caught that fish
ANGLR, Lowrance and Abu Garcia collaborate on a virtual fishing rod that connects with the boat’s plotter and fishfinder.
Virginia moves to strengthen conservation of critical forage fish
Passed by the General Assembly, a menhaden bill now moves to the governor’s desk.
Florida extends catch-and-release fishing in areas affected by red tide
Snook, red drum and sea trout will be open only for catch-and-release through May 2021.
Florida approves Biscayne National Park fishing regulation changes
Sportfishing industry applauds FWC’s new approach.
B&W Trailer Hitches sponsors B.A.S.S. tournament trail
The series includes five regional championships, a national championship and the Bassmaster Team Championship.
Founding sponsor Bass Cat renews with Major League Fishing
“Bass Cat understands the value of taking a risk to invest in the future of our sport,” says MLF CEO Jim Wilburn.
Gulf of Mexico states will manage red snapper management
NOAA Fisheries officially established the state management program after two successful trial years.
Garmin steps up Bassmaster partnership
Longtime B.A.S.S. partner will now have a supporting sponsor title.
Modern Fish Act progress report
The Center for Sportfishing Policy released a ranking system to show how the government is doing on implementing the bill.
U.S. Senate passes key recreational fishing legislation
Sportfishing industry says several priorities are supported in bipartisan bill.
U.S. Commerce Secretary sides with recreational anglers
Wilbur Ross’ decision targets overfishing of menhaden in Chesapeake Bay.