RBFF program brings more than 50,000 boats back to the water
2018 program included campaigns in 19 states.
Access
Keeping waterways clean and open to boaters is an important goal of the recreational marine industry. Individually and as members of trade organizations, marine businesses push for the enactment of fair rules and regulations governing use of the nation's rivers, lakes, streams and ocean waters.
Maverick Boats CEO Scott Deal pushes for Modern Fish Act passage in op-ed
The bipartisan bill has been cosponsored by 20 legislators.
Water infrastructure bill expected to head to Senate
The bipartisan legislation includes the Water Resources Development Act.
Anglers in Alaska seek emergency intervention in conservation policy
Deadline to weigh in on increasing hatchery pink salmon is today.
Alabama senator supports bipartisan fishing bill
Politicians across the aisle push for the Senate to pass the Modern Fish Act.
VIDEO: Alaska fishing tournaments raise money for salmon conservation
The Kenai River Women’s Classic and Kenai River Classic have pulled in millions of dollars over the years.
NOAA Fisheries denies longline permit in closed Florida area
The Exempted Fishing Permit would have allowed longline vessels into the East Florida Coast Pelagic Longline Closed Area.
Modern Fish Act heads for House vote today
The bill would change the law to treat recreational saltwater anglers differently than commercial fishermen.
VIDEO: ASA launches conservation program
The American Sportfishing Association announced the launch of a new project to improve the survival of caught-and-released fish in the South Atlantic, as part of the FishSmart program.
Congress to vote on Modern Fish Act next week
The U.S. House of Representatives will vote on the Modern Fish Act on Tuesday, and the Senate is moving forward with similar legislation.
Anglers help fisheries management in Gulf
Angler participation has led the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for the first time ever to be able to manage the harvest of recreational red snapper in both state and federal waters in the Gulf of Mexico.
VIDEO: Yamaha president asks for Modern Fish Act support
Yamaha Marine president Ben Speciale is urging the recreational boating and fishing industry to press for passage of the Modern Fish Act.
FLW, Walmart and Take Me Fishing kick off National Fishing and Boating Week
Fishing League Worldwide has teamed with Walmart, the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation, Jack Link’s, Pringles and Zip Firestarters for National Fishing and Boating Week June 2-10.
Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke proposes expanding fishing in national refuges
U.S. Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on Monday proposed new and expanded hunting and fishing opportunities in 30 national wildlife refuges, including Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge in Illinois and Wisconsin, and John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge in Philadelphia.
AFTCO and BoatUS support Association of Collegiate Anglers
American Fishing Tackle Co. and Boat Owners Association of the United States are both offering support to college anglers.
NMMA hands out customer satisfaction awards
The National Marine Manufacturers Association announced the recipients of the 2017 Marine Industry Customer Satisfaction Index Awards, honoring 1,282 boat dealers for customer satisfaction and 951 for customer service.
Crestliner program targets student anglers
Brunswick Corp.-owned Crestliner boats is launching a new program designed to nurture high school and college-aged anglers’ passion for fishing and guide them toward higher education and careers related to the sport.
RBFF to hold marketing webinar focused on women
The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation is focusing on reach women with a targeted marketing campaign.
NOAA seeking comments on 40-day snapper season
The National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration is seeking public comment on Amendment 43 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic Region.
American Sailing Association reaches milestone
The American Sailing Association recently certified its half-millionth sailor. Since the association was founded in 1983, its affiliated schools and instructors have taught and certified more than 507,000 people to ASA’s 101 Keelboat Sailing standard.
Recreational anglers will have 40 days to fish for red snapper in Florida
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Gov. Rick Scott announced a 40-day recreational red snapper season for both Gulf state and federal waters, versus the 24-day season that was originally proposed.
Marine industry participates in Outdoor Recreation Roundtable
Congressional and administration officials joined recreation industry leaders on Thursday to mark the formal launch of the nation’s coalition of outdoor recreation trade associations, the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable.
Zinke prioritizes access for sportfishing and recreational boating
U.S. Department of Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke addressed the Sport Fishing and Boating Partnership Council at its recent meeting held April 4-5 at the Department of Interior in Washington, D.C.