Jan 28

Maggio new sales manager for Tigress

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FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA (USA) – Tigress® Outriggers, leading manufacturer of precision-engineered saltwater sportfishing equipment, has appointed Jo

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Jan 28

NOAA Launches National Saltwater Angler Registry

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On January 1, 2010, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) launched the National Saltwater Angler Registry. The 2006 Reauthorizati

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Jan 28

California Commission Asks Schwarzenegger to Exempt Game Wardens

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In January, the California Fish and Game Commission (FGC) sent a letter urging California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to exempt the state's game warden

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Jan 28

Cox leads with 25-1 at Okeechobee FLW Series

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OKEECHOBEE, Fla. (Jan. 27, 2010) – John Cox of Debary, Fla., landed five bass weighing 25 pounds, 1 ounce Wednesday to lead day one of the FLW Series

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Jan 28

Anglers Legacy introduces new PSAs

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ALEXANDRIA, VA (January 27, 2010) – The Anglers' Legacy program is introducing new print public service announcements (PSAs), the Recreational Boating

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Jan 28

TRCP Marine Conservation Working Group Meets

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In January, ASA attended the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership (TRCP) Marine Conservation Working Group meeting. The group discussed recent

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Jan 28

FLW Tour anglers eager to kick off the new season

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SHREVEPORT, La. (Jan. 27, 2010) – The FLW Tour will visit the Red River in Shreveport, La., Feb. 10-13 for the first stop in 2010. Hosted by the Shrev

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Jan 28

California Marine Life Protection Act Planning Update

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The Partnership for Sustainable Oceans, which represents the recreational fishing and boating community in California, continues to advocate for Propo

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Jan 28

The Late Jim Range Honored as Budweiser Conservationist of the Year

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The 2010 Budweiser Conservationist of the Year Award was awarded posthumously to Jim Range, a preeminent American sportsman and conservationist, whose

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Jan 28

Anglers’ Legacy introduces new PSAs

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ALEXANDRIA, VA (January 27, 2010) – The Anglers’ Legacy program is introducing new print public service announcements (PSAs), the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) announced today. The PSAs contain dynamic and relevant new images and messaging, which reflect the program’s increased efforts to mobilize America’s avid boaters and anglers to introduce newcomers to the sport. Outdoor enthusiasts will be encouraged to ‘make a promise that’s easy to keep’ and take someone new fishing. The new full page PSAs are available in three creative concepts, each with a separate theme; memories made with friends, passing down the legacy to new generations, and the importance of conservation and protecting our waterways.

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Jan 28

XCalibur XRK One Knocker series complete with new rattler

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XCalibur’s XRK One Knocker series of lipless crankbaits is complete with the addition of the new XRK25, the smallest of the family of unique-sounding lures. The One Knocker’s single tungsten-lead ball bearing rattle is the difference. When every angler on the lake is throwing multi-rattle baits, the unique sound of the One Knocker continues to fool wary bass.

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Jan 28

Learn to ice fish at “Becoming an Outdoors Woman” workshop

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CONCORD, N.H. – The New Hampshire Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) winter program, scheduled for Saturday, February 20, 2010 (snow date February 21), still has space available in the women’s “Ice Fishing Fun” class. Ice fishing is one of the most popular winter activities in New Hampshire – a great way to beat the winter blues by getting out into the fresh air and sunshine. In this class, you’ll spend the day getting hands-on experience drilling holes and dropping lines with a fun group of women, learning everything you need to know to get out and enjoy ice fishing on your own. You’ll also get to sample a fish fry, hot chocolate and other gourmet goodies from a portable kitchen on the ice. No fishing license is needed to participate in the workshop. Register soon – space in this class won’t last long!

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Jan 28

BFL Choo Choo set to begin on Lake Guntersville

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SCOTTSBORO, Ala. (Jan. 27, 2010) – The FLW Bass Fishing League is headed to Lake Guntersville Feb. 6 for the first of five stops in the Choo Choo Division series. As many as 400 pro and co-anglers will be competing for top awards of up to $8,000 and $3,000, respectively.

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Jan 28

Alabama boat ramp to close on Lake Jordan for repairs

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In August 2009, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division (WFF) began improvements to the Bonner’s Point Public Boat Ramp on Lake Jordan in Elmore County. These improvements include a new 60-foot wide launching ramp capable of accommodating up to four boaters at a time, two 100-foot courtesy piers, and two new access roads to improve the flow of traffic to and from the launching ramps.

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Jan 28

BoatUS offers suggestions for boat-shoppers

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ALEXANDRIA, Va., January 27, 2010 – With over half a million members, Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatU.S.) knows how to help prospective boaters find and purchase the right boat or trade up to another model. Here are eight — mostly free — ways BoatU.S. can help you find your dreamboat:

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