Fishing provides more than just fish Fishing provides more than just fish Non-commercial fishing is a way to provide food for family and communities and perpetuate traditions Why do we fish? In the Pacific Islands, the answer to this question is as diverse as the cultures and traditions that make each state, island, and territory unique. by NOAA Fisheries Posted 9 Jun 20:46 UTC Federal legislation to take kids fishing Federal legislation to take kids fishing Bill would provide opportunities for younger generations to connect with the marine environment On June 7, 2023, U.S. Representatives Maria Salazar (R-Fla.) and Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-Calif.) and Senators Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) introduced the Youth Coastal Fishing Program Act of 2023. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 9 Jun 18:50 UTC Jarrett Bay Boatworks new construction updates Jarrett Bay Boatworks new construction updates Progress on Hull #68, Hull #65, Hull #64 So much has been completed on the 90-footer including stringers, ribbands, aluminum beds for engines and gyro stabilizers and the transom planking. Next up, prop tunnel planking, bottom planking and hull side planking. by Jarrett Bay Boatworks Posted 8 Jun 19:43 UTC Upping the Odds with multiple rods Upping the Odds with multiple rods Fishing with multiple rods from a boat should be simple Fishing with multiple rods from a boat should be simple; using the right rod holders makes it easy. by Millennium Marine Posted 8 Jun 18:57 UTC St. Croix Rod Celebrating 75 Years St. Croix Rod Celebrating 75 Years A message from Paul Schluter St. Croix Rod is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2023. We're proud of our 75 years in business and the control we command over our rod-manufacturing process - handcrafting the Best Rods on Earth® right here in North America. by St. Croix Rods Posted 8 Jun 16:55 UTC Sport Fishing Championship motors to Mississippi Sport Fishing Championship motors to Mississippi Fishing competition is going to be intense in the Gulf Sport Fishing Championship (SFC), the governing body of saltwater tournament fishing, announced today the start of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic, in Biloxi, Mississippi. by Sport Fishing Championship Posted 7 Jun 23:12 UTC Getting amped for Big Rock week Getting amped for Big Rock week Jarrett Bay is excited to cheer on all of the teams Big Rock week is fast approaching and Jarrett Bay is excited to cheer on all of the teams throughout the tournament - especially the many Jarrett Bay boats entered to fish both the Big Rock and the Keli Wagner Lady Angler tournament! by Jarrett Bay Boatworks Posted 7 Jun 19:38 UTC Viking 68: No “I” in Team Viking 68: No “I” in Team Building a better boat every day requires teamwork and communication Building a better boat every day requires teamwork and communication. Various production departments must coordinate with each other to keep each build moving down the manufacturing line. by Viking Yachts Posted 7 Jun 17:55 UTC Top 10 baits and patterns from Lake Hartwell Top 10 baits and patterns from Lake Hartwell There were plenty of flashy chrome baits, flukes and some cool lures Herring lakes, like Lake Hartwell in the Phoenix Bass Fishing League Presented by T-H Marine All-American, always showcase unique baits and techniques. by Major League Fishing Posted 7 Jun 15:33 UTC Huk's Brock Mosley completes a Championship run Huk's Brock Mosley completes a Championship run His first blue trophy on the Sabine River Huk performance fishing gear is committed to designing clothing for the hardcore angler, and no angler resembles that commitment more than Brock Mosley. by Huk Posted 7 Jun 00:19 UTC Stakeholders make case against speed restrictions Stakeholders make case against speed restrictions Congress makes note of dangerous and misguided vessel speed restrictions for recreational boats Recreational boating and fishing stakeholders applaud house natural resources subcommittee members for shining light on dangerous speed restrictions in Atlantic Ocean. by Rebecca Chauvin Posted 6 Jun 20:39 UTC Boating industry joins House Subcommittee hearing Boating industry joins House Subcommittee hearing Proposed bill would negatively impact the $230 billion industry House Subcommittee to shine spotlight on impacts of NOAA's Proposed Vessel Speed Restrictions on $230 billion recreational fishing and boating industry. by Rebecca Chauvin Posted 4 Jun 23:12 UTC Michael Rybovich & Sons construction updates Michael Rybovich & Sons construction updates Progress on hulls from 82' down to 42' New construction updates of 82' S/F hull #7, 62' S/F hull # 8, 70' S/F Hull # 9 and 42' S/F hull #10. by Michael Rybovich & Sons Posted 3 Jun 20:52 UTC Save big on Retired and B-Stock Rods Save big on Retired and B-Stock Rods Join the fun at St. Croix Rods Customer Appreciation Day Join the fun at Customer Appreciation Day and enjoy exclusive deals on Saturday, June 17 in Park Falls, Wisconsin and online! by St. Croix Rods Posted 3 Jun 19:08 UTC Celebrating IGFA Day 2023: Habits for Habitats Celebrating IGFA Day 2023: Habits for Habitats Anglers joining the celebration can enter to win an IGFA Lifetime Membership Held annually on The International Game Fish Association's (IGFA) anniversary of June 7th, IGFA Day is a global celebration of recreational anglers and their conservation efforts worldwide. by IGFA Posted 3 Jun 19:03 UTC Alaska aquaculture opportunity area identification Alaska aquaculture opportunity area identification NOAA has determined it to be environmentally, socially, and economically appropriate NOAA Fisheries has chosen Alaska as the next region in which to look for Aquaculture Opportunity Areas. by NOAA Fisheries Posted 3 Jun 16:33 UTC Get out and stay out Get out and stay out Sailfish can take you to some of the best vacation spots with ease Sailfish Boats VDS hulls use a unique, versatile technology that is well-suited for a range of popular vacation spots throughout the United States. by Sailfish Boats Posted 3 Jun 16:15 UTC MagicEzy fiberglass repair products MagicEzy fiberglass repair products You can fix boat dings quickly & easily Available at West Marine, other marine retailers and online at Amazon.com, MagicEzy fiberglass repair products allow even novice repairers to easily fix hairline cracks, chips, holes and other boat surface damage. by MagicEzy Posted 3 Jun 15:01 UTC Bayliss Boatworks new construction updates Bayliss Boatworks new construction updates Progress on Sequentis 60', Max Bet 64' and Bayliss 75' All the pieces are coming together on the 60' walkaround. Last month on Sequentis, the cockpit structural decking was installed, and epoxy was applied to the interior walls. by Bayliss Boatworks Posted 2 Jun 17:09 UTC Sharrow Props now available with financing Sharrow Props now available with financing Customers will be able to finance the award-winning Sharrow Propeller Through new Affirm partnership, Sharrow customers will be able to finance the award-winning Sharrow Propeller for as low as $139/month*. by Sharrow Marine Posted 2 Jun 13:01 UTC