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Every day, we stand together with over 800 organizations that have a vested interest in the health, growth and expansion of the sportfishing industry.
Building the Sportfishing Community.
Every day, we stand together with over 800 organizations that have a vested interest in the health, growth and expansion of the sportfishing industry.
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Sportfishing Industry Applauds Passage of Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act
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Yesterday, the House of Representatives passed Congressman Rob Wittman’s Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act. Mike Leonard, Vice President of Government Affairs for the American Sportfishing Association, released the following statement:
Bans on traditional tackle put an undue financial burden on anglers and businesses and this important legislation will keep fishing both affordable and accessible for 54.5 million Americans who enjoy spending time on the water with family and friends. The sportfishing industry thanks @reprobwittman , Chairman @repwesterman, and the 49 additional cosponsors for their support of the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act (H.R. 615). Through yesterday’s House passage, Members showed their commitment to protecting the use of traditional fishing tackle, such as lead sinkers and jigs, on federal waters and following the best available science along with consulting state agencies before potentially enacting limitations on recreational fishing equipment.
Thank you for your support on this important bill and your continued support of @keepamericafishing. The bill now heads to the U.S. Senate. Stay tuned for the opportunity to send a message supporting the bill to your Senators.
#Anglers #Hunters #ASAFishing #KeepAmericaFishing
It’s never too early to teach fishing etiquette.
As @stonefishingclub emphasizes, rule #1 is to never trust the dock talk 🤣💯
We’ll add, especially when taking kids fishing, be prepared with plenty of snacks!
#fishing #kidswhofish #takeakidfishing #KeepAmericaFishing
Recently, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service approved bans on traditional tackle on several National Wildlife Refuges. These actions lacked sound scientific evidence, setting a concerning precedent. Fortunately, there’s a bill working its way through Congress that could help stop these unwarranted bans.
Officially known as the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, this bill would prohibit federal land management agencies from arbitrarily banning the use of traditional lead tackle on public lands and waters. It would support science-based management and ensure that state fish and wildlife agencies are given the proper authority to inform these decisions.
🚨 The U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled to vote this week, so don’t delay! Tell Congress to vote “YES” on the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act today! 𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐊 𝐈𝐍 𝐁𝐈𝐎
#fishingtackle #fishing #hunting #KeepAmericaFishing
Atlantic herring are a critical food source for striped bass, bluefin tuna, and many other recreationally important species. Unfortunately, the commercial midwater trawling fleet, which accounts for most herring landings, could be outcompeting those predators for food and creating conflicts with other user groups who rely on herring availability in nearshore areas.
Tell the New England Fishery Management Council to support buffer zones and time closures for commercial Atlantic herring fishing. 🔗LINK in Bio!
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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.
Taking kids fishing just a few times creates a lifelong love of the sport!
Better access and better fishing on federal lands and waters.
The recreational fishing community cares about whale conservation but we need a smarter approach!
