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Fish unintentionally caught and killed in the Gulf as bycatch by industrial menhaden operations.

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  • R3

    R3 Initiatives – Securing Sportfishing’s Future

    Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation—known as R3—is a nationwide movement to grow and sustain participation in recreational fishing.

  • Trade & Commerce

    Since taking office, the Trump Administration is taking many actions on tariffs that impact the sportfishing industry, ASA is monitoring, weighing in with the Administration & Congress.

  • SHARKED Act 

    New legislation focuses on addressing sharks eating anglers’ catch.  

  • Protect the Use of Traditional Tackle

    Efforts are underway to prevent the use of lead tackle for fishing despite scant evidence that using lead has a harmful impact on wildlife populations.

  • Trade & Commerce

    Since taking office, the Trump Administration is taking many actions on tariffs that impact the sportfishing industry, ASA is monitoring, weighing in with the Administration & Congress.

  • Striped Bass

    Striped bass are one of the most important fisheries on the Atlantic coast. In fact, striped bass are the most caught saltwater fish in terms of pounds by recreational anglers.

  • R3 Initiatives – Securing Sportfishing’s Future

    Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation—known as R3—is a nationwide movement to grow and sustain participation in recreational fishing.

  • SHARKED Act 

    New legislation focuses on addressing sharks eating anglers’ catch.  

  • Protect the Use of Traditional Tackle

    Efforts are underway to prevent the use of lead tackle for fishing despite scant evidence that using lead has a harmful impact on wildlife populations.

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Fishe Wear

Founded by Linda Leary, Fishe Wear is a women’s clothing brand designed to provide female anglers with fun and functional gear. Living in Alaska, it’s easy for Leary to miss [...]

On The Water Magazine

Chris Megan started On the Water Media Group 30 years ago. These days, On the Water publishes the largest regional fishing magazine in the northeast; showcasing the anglers, locations, and [...]

Wired2Fish

When Todd Hammill first entered the sportfishing industry he worked for Gemini Sport Marketing, designing jerseys for pro fishermen. Now, he helps run Wired2Fish, a fishing website that has grown [...]

Fishing Tackle Retailer Magazine

Fishing Tackle Retailer Magazine chose ASA membership to connect them with their audience, publisher Angie Thompson said. The magazine reaches tackle shops, small and large, across the country, which are [...]

Missile Baits

John Crews of Missile Baits has been attending ICAST since 2000 when he became a professional bass fisherman. To be a legitimate company in the fishing industry, you must be [...]

Hobie Eyewear

Following in the spirit of the late Hobie Alter, Hobie Eyewear is dedicated to crafting the best polarized sunglasses for being on the water, Dylan Coates said. Whether you’re fishing, [...]

Fish USA

Dan Pastore started FishUSA in his garage. 25 years later, the E-Commerce company has grown into a leading online retailer of fishing tackle. FishUSA headquarters are located in Fairview, PA, [...]

Fishe Wear

Founded by Linda Leary, Fishe Wear is a women’s clothing brand designed to provide female anglers with fun and functional gear. Living in Alaska, it’s easy for Leary to miss [...]

On The Water Magazine

Chris Megan started On the Water Media Group 30 years ago. These days, On the Water publishes the largest regional fishing magazine in the northeast; showcasing the anglers, locations, and [...]

Wired2Fish

When Todd Hammill first entered the sportfishing industry he worked for Gemini Sport Marketing, designing jerseys for pro fishermen. Now, he helps run Wired2Fish, a fishing website that has grown [...]

Fishing Tackle Retailer Magazine

Fishing Tackle Retailer Magazine chose ASA membership to connect them with their audience, publisher Angie Thompson said. The magazine reaches tackle shops, small and large, across the country, which are [...]

Missile Baits

John Crews of Missile Baits has been attending ICAST since 2000 when he became a professional bass fisherman. To be a legitimate company in the fishing industry, you must be [...]

Hobie Eyewear

Following in the spirit of the late Hobie Alter, Hobie Eyewear is dedicated to crafting the best polarized sunglasses for being on the water, Dylan Coates said. Whether you’re fishing, [...]

Fish USA

Dan Pastore started FishUSA in his garage. 25 years later, the E-Commerce company has grown into a leading online retailer of fishing tackle. FishUSA headquarters are located in Fairview, PA, [...]

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Is there anything better than seeing someone catch their first fish? 🎣❤️🥹 🎥 @infgang and @phiamiah

Tell NOAA to modernize its outdated vessel speed rule.

NOAA is accepting public comment on the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Speed Rule, and this is our chance to support modern, science-based solutions that protect whales without imposing unnecessary restrictions on recreational anglers and boaters.

Take action today and make your voice heard! 𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐊 𝐈𝐍 𝐁𝐈𝐎

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Tell NOAA to modernize its outdated vessel speed rule. NOAA is accepting public comment on the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Speed Rule, and this is our chance to support modern, science-based solutions that protect whales without imposing unnecessary restrictions on recreational anglers and boaters. Take action today and make your voice heard! 𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐊 𝐈𝐍 𝐁𝐈𝐎 #KeepAmericaFishing

Yesterday, the @usinterior today announced the largest proposed expansion of hunting and sport fishing opportunities in the history of the @usfws, opening or expanding more than 1,450 opportunities across 111 stations in 32 states.

The proposed rule would increase access at 111 field stations, including 107 national wildlife refuges and four national fish hatcheries. It also includes first-ever hunting or sport fishing opportunities at 14 refuges and three hatcheries, reflecting continued progress toward maximizing access where compatible with conservation goals.

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Yesterday, the @usinterior today announced the largest proposed expansion of hunting and sport fishing opportunities in the history of the @usfws, opening or expanding more than 1,450 opportunities across 111 stations in 32 states. The proposed rule would increase access at 111 field stations, including 107 national wildlife refuges and four national fish hatcheries. It also includes first-ever hunting or sport fishing opportunities at 14 refuges and three hatcheries, reflecting continued progress toward maximizing access where compatible with conservation goals.

Fishing creates confidence, connection, and lifelong memories, and more women than ever are finding their place in the sport and industry we love. By increasing representation and creating opportunities for women, we help ensure the future of fishing continues to grow for generations to come.

We’re proud to highlight @womeninangling and encourage ASA members to support the organization. Visit WomenInAngling.org to learn more and become a member.

Attending @icastshow? The Women In Angling Launch Party is July 14 in Orlando, Florida. Register on the new website under the ‘Events’ tab!

🎥 Linda Leary, @fishewear

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Fishing creates confidence, connection, and lifelong memories, and more women than ever are finding their place in the sport and industry we love. By increasing representation and creating opportunities for women, we help ensure the future of fishing continues to grow for generations to come. We’re proud to highlight @womeninangling and encourage ASA members to support the organization. Visit WomenInAngling.org to learn more and become a member. Attending @icastshow? The Women In Angling Launch Party is July 14 in Orlando, Florida. Register on the new website under the ‘Events’ tab! 🎥 Linda Leary, @fishewear

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