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NMFS Proposed Rule Will Do Little to Protect Right Whales, Impede Access for Atlantic Coast Anglers

October 6, 2022

On Monday, the leading organizations representing recreational fishing and boating in the United States, including the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF), urged the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) to pause its proposed North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule, citing numerous significant flaws with the proposal. The proposed rule would broaden the current 10-knot (11.5 mph) speed restriction to include vessels 35 feet and larger (down from 65 feet); expand the go-slow zones from discrete calving areas to essentially the…

National Hunting and Fishing Day Celebrates 50th Anniversary

September 28, 2022

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On Saturday September 24, the nation honored its 55 million sportsmen and women and the active role that they play in the conservation of America’s natural resources. Established by Congress in 1971 and first celebrated a year later, National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHFD) occurs the fourth Saturday of September and seeks to not only bring recognition but also to encourage participation in hunting, fishing, recreational shooting, and trapping. To celebrate 50 years of NHFD, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF)…

American Sportfishing Association Issues Statement on National Wildlife Refuge Lead Tackle Restrictions

September 21, 2022

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On Thursday, September 15, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) released a final rule announcing the prohibition of lead fishing tackle on certain National Wildlife Refuges that are being opened to fishing. The American Sportfishing Association issued the following statement from Vice President of Government Affairs Mike Leonard. “It is deeply disappointing that the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) ignored science and the concerns of the sportfishing industry. USFWS is charged with ensuring fish and wildlife resource management is rooted…

2022 Kenai Classic Roundtable Tackles Aquatic Invasive Species

August 25, 2022

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The 9th Annual Kenai Classic Roundtable included a robust discussion on the damage caused by aquatic invasive species. The Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Blue Ribbon Commission shared concerns and sought input on solutions from an audience of key officials including U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) and Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Governor Mike Dunleavy and Dr. Richard Spinrad, NOAA® Administrator. “The annual Kenai Classic Roundtable is a platform for conversations about recreational angling policy,” said Martin Peters, Division Manager, External Affairs, Yamaha…

Tennessee River Cleanup Efforts to Increase With Expansion of Nonprofit Fleet Thanks to Donations From TVA and Yamaha Rightwaters™

August 10, 2022

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Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful (KTNRB) can now boast a fleet of two 26-foot river cleanup boats after celebrating the maiden voyage of the organization’s second boat earlier this week with a cleanup held on Fort Loudoun Lake of the Tennessee River. The nonprofit’s board members and their families participated in the cleanup, removing 1,453 lbs. of trash during the boat’s first venture on the water. The purchase of the custom aluminum jon boat, named The Holston after one of…

NMFS Proposed Rule Will Do Little to Protect Right Whales, Impede Access for Atlantic Coast Anglers

National Hunting and Fishing Day Celebrates 50th Anniversary

American Sportfishing Association Issues Statement on National Wildlife Refuge Lead Tackle Restrictions

2022 Kenai Classic Roundtable Tackles Aquatic Invasive Species

Tennessee River Cleanup Efforts to Increase With Expansion of Nonprofit Fleet Thanks to Donations From TVA and Yamaha Rightwaters™

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