Information on Conservation for the Sportsman

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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