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American Sportfishing Association urges support of Youth Fishing Programs

by American Sportfishing Association 29 Aug 2023 20:25 UTC
ASA urges support of Youth Fishing Programs © American Sportfishing Association

Getting young people out on the water catching fish is the surest way to ensure our industry's future.

Use your tremendous reach to inform individuals who may not be aware of current legislation like the Youth Coastal Fishing Program Act that would get kids fishing in coastal and Great Lakes waters.

Check out ASA's Toolkit on the Youth Coastal Fishing Program Act and share this information with your customers and colleagues today! Learn more here...

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