Information on Conservation for the Sportsman

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Feb212012

LEAD BAN FALLS FLAT

A push by environmentalists to ban the use of lead in fishing tackle is rejected by the EPA, a boon for all anglers.

By: BD STAFF
Feb212012

GULF OF MEXICO RIGS TO REEFS

Anglers hope to protect the thousands of rigs in the Gulf of Mexico as essential fish habitat. 

By: TED VENKER
Feb202012

TAG AND RELEASE WINNERS

The Billfish Foundation awards 46 men and women for tagging and releasing billfish, helping scientists gain important data.

By: BD STAFF
Feb142012

IGFA CODIFIES NEW RELEASE RULES

The IGFA revamps its official release rules to help anglers and tournaments clarify what constitutes an official catch when praciticing catch and release.

By: IGFA
Feb142012

GULF SNAPPER WOES

Red snapper are thriving in the Gulf of Mexico, yet anglers could be handed the shortest recreational season in history.

By: TED VENKER
Feb102012

NEW SEASON FOR GULF GAG GROUPER

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission voted to change the gag grouper season for Gulf of Mexico waters.

By: BD STAFF
Feb072012

AFTCO TO DONATE $50,000 TO FIGHT MLPA

California-based AFTCO pledges a $50,000 donation to the Ocean Access Protection Fund, which is fighting the MLPA fishing closures.

By: BD STAFF
Feb072012

WASHINGTON ADOPTS NEW FISHING RULES | INCREASES HUNTING PERMITS

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission recently set new sportfishing rules and increased the number of multiple-season hunting permits.

By: BD STAFF
Feb062012

CALIFORNIA VOTES AGAINST PURSUING STRIPED BASS PROPOSAL

The California Fish and Game Commission took final action to reject proposed changes to striped bass regulations.

By: BD STAFF
Feb062012

REBUILDING FLORIDA OYSTER REEFS

Oyster reefs play a pivotal role in Florida's marine ecosystem, and thanks to volunteer efforts, the reefs are rebuilding.

By: CHARLIE LEVINE
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