American Sportfishing Association

“It’s not just about the fish caught, or the ones that got away, but the love that binds us together as a family united in a common passion.” 🎣 By leveraging the collective reach of anglers worldwide, Fishing Share the Fun aims to create a ripple effect, inspiring more people to discover, or rediscover, the thrill of casting a line and reeling in unforgettable moments on the water with family and friends. https://lnkd.in/gKiYaV5t   ➡️ We need your help and challenge you to get involved this summer! 1️⃣Share “The Gift of Fishing” video on social media 2️⃣Share your fishing story and inspire others 3️⃣Use #FishingShareTheFun on your social media posts! 4️⃣Take a friend fishing! #kidsfishing #fishingsharethefun #keepamericafishing

Virginia's decision to leave the menhaden study plan unfunded threatens the health of the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem and the future of sportfishing. Menhaden are a vital forage fish, supporting populations of game fish like striped bass and bluefish. Without dedicated science to ensure their sustainability, the entire food web is at risk. More from the Chesapeake Bay Foundation 👉 https://lnkd.in/eXYbqiJp

You never know who you’ll meet at ICAST. For one week in July, sportfishing business leaders from around the globe 🌎 gather here, in Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center 🍊 Last year, around 14,000 attendees joined in on the fun, and registration for ICAST 2025 is going strong 💪 See you all again this year! Haven’t registered yet? Start your journey here: https://lnkd.in/e-ssDthi #ICAST | #ICAST2025 | #ICASTSHOW

Big discussions, big plans! 🎣 This week, the ASA Board of Directors met at the Bassmaster Classic in Fort Worth, Texas, diving into key topics like our strategic plan, ICAST, membership growth, R3 efforts, and the future of sportfishing. It was a productive day capped off with a great evening at the Board dinner. #ASAFishing #BassmasterClassic #KeepAmericaFishing #SportfishingCommunity

Thank you, Rep. Buddy Carter (R-GA), for standing up for Georgia’s anglers and voicing concerns over a NOAA proposal that would restrict recreational bottom fishing for 55 species—including red snapper—during peak fishing months (December–February). “This ill-conceived rule will have devastating effects on Coastal Georgia’s economy,” says Rep. Carter, highlighting the ongoing disconnect between federal red snapper management and what anglers are actually seeing on the water. With unreliable data NOAA admits to be off by 30–40%, it’s time for better science and policies that support our fishing community. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eP6-5wGi

ASA’s Inland Fisheries Policy Director, Connor Bevan, joined Representative Pete Stauber in Grand Rapids, MN, for a visit with Todd Hammill and the Wired2fish team! The tour of their facility and studios sparked great discussions about the fishing industry, excise taxes, and the 75-year legacy of the Sport Fish Restoration Program. Reauthorizing this critical program remains a top priority, along with addressing key fishing policy issues in Minnesota and around the country. A big thank you to Rep. Stauber for his support of anglers and the sportfishing industry! #ASAFishing #SportfishingCommunity

A walk through the aisles of ICAST is like a stroll through the future of fishing. New innovations are on display at every turn. New industry insights are the talk of the town. And thousands of brand new products are the stars of the show. ✨ THIS is where tackle dealers go to see the latest and greatest new products before they hit store shelves. And this is where they go to get special deals on those products only available on the show floor. ICAST is BACK for 2025–set for July 15-18 in Orlando. Registration for ICAST 2025 is ongoing 🚨 at ICASTFishing.org. #ICAST | #ICASTSHOW | #ICAST2025

More than 75 sportfishing businesses from around the country signed a joint letter to Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick opposing the large area closures included in NOAA's Amendment 59. This area closure, which would prohibit recreational angling for 55 species of reef fish from December through February each year off a large portion of the Florida Atlantic coast, will have detrimental long-term impacts on coastal communities in the Southeast, small businesses, and the wider recreational fishing industry. Read letter: https://lnkd.in/e74Nxqhd

This #GlobalRecyclingDay, we’re celebrating sustainability in sportfishing with ASA's FishAmerica Foundation and Hobie® Eyewear! 🌎♻️🎣 The new Hull Float sunglasses feature frames made from 100% upcycled kayak plastic—giving new life to a byproduct of the Hobie Kayak manufacturing process. Plus, a portion of proceeds from every pair sold supports conservation projects nationwide through the FishAmerica Foundation. With a renewed focus on growing FishAmerica’s impact, we’re excited to collaborate with more industry partners to support conservation, research, and angler retention. Discover Hull Float 😎 https://lnkd.in/eMxMndMJ #FishAmericaFoundation #sustainability #conservation

Effective March 13, 2025, the Government of Canada is imposing 25 percent tariffs on $29.8 billion in products imported from the U.S., including fishing rods, hooks, nets, lines, and other tackle. While negotiations between the two countries continue and may lead to an easing of these tariffs, the newly announced retaliatory tariffs are in effect. In the announcement, Canada explained that these new countermeasures would remain in place until the U.S. eliminates its tariffs against Canadian steel and aluminum products. Click the link ⬇️ to visit ASA’s Trade & Commerce hub for the most up-to-date information on how tariffs are impacting the sportfishing industry. https://lnkd.in/eNjJqvqp