Keep America Fishing

Keep America Fishing Keep America Fishing keeps you informed and provides tools for engaging in fisheries policy issues.

KeepAmericaFishing™ is leading the fight to preserve your right to sustainably fish on our nation’s waterways. As the voice of the American angler, KeepAmericaFishing works to keep our public resources – our oceans, lakes, rivers and streams – open, clean and abundant with fish. Across the country, preventing or limiting recreational anglers’ access to public waters and fisheries is being touted a

s a new way to manage fish populations. This unprecedented shift undermines the achievements of proven fisheries management methods that focus on conservation and promote sustainable fishing. As a result, the past 10 years have seen a dramatic increase in bans on recreational fishing from the Atlantic to the Pacific, from Texas to Minnesota. In an effort to combat access restrictions around the country, the American Sportfishing Association launched KeepAmericaFishing to unite the nation’s 60 million anglers under one voice. Through policy, science and conservation, KeepAmericaFishing works to minimize access restrictions, promote clean waters and restore fish populations. With its conservation partners, KeepAmericaFishing works to limit and provide for review and revision science-based closures to areas in which they are clearly beneficial to the health of the fishery. At KeepAmericaFishing, we are working to give voice to the millions of American recreational anglers who share one thing in common - a passion for fishing.

05/29/2026

Is there anything better than seeing someone catch their first fish? 🎣❤️🥹

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Tell NOAA to modernize its outdated vessel speed rule.NOAA is accepting public comment on the North Atlantic Right Whale...
05/29/2026

Tell NOAA to modernize its outdated vessel speed rule.

NOAA is accepting public comment on the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Speed Rule, and this is our chance to support modern, science-based solutions that protect whales without imposing unnecessary restrictions on recreational anglers and boaters.

Take action today and make your voice heard! LINK IN COMMENTS

Yesterday, the U.S. Department of the Interior today announced the largest proposed expansion of hunting and sport fishi...
05/27/2026

Yesterday, the U.S. Department of the Interior today announced the largest proposed expansion of hunting and sport fishing opportunities in the history of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, opening or expanding more than 1,450 opportunities across 111 stations in 32 states.

The proposed rule would increase access at 111 field stations, including 107 national wildlife refuges and four national fish hatcheries. It also includes first-ever hunting or sport fishing opportunities at 14 refuges and three hatcheries, reflecting continued progress toward maximizing access where compatible with conservation goals.

05/26/2026

Fishing creates confidence, connection, and lifelong memories, and more women than ever are finding their place in the sport and industry we love. By increasing representation and creating opportunities for women, we help ensure the future of fishing continues to grow for generations to come.

We’re proud to highlight Women in Angling and encourage ASA members to support the organization. Visit WomenInAngling.org to learn more and become a member.

Attending ICAST? The Women In Angling Launch Party is July 14 in Orlando, Florida. Register on the new website under the ‘Events’ tab!

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A healthy red snapper stock should mean more opportunity for anglers, not more frustration. Yesterday’s court decision p...
05/22/2026

A healthy red snapper stock should mean more opportunity for anglers, not more frustration.

Yesterday’s court decision puts a pause on innovative state-led pilot programs that aimed to improve data collection, modernize management and expand reasonable access to South Atlantic red snapper. The result? Uncertainty for anglers, for-hire operators and coastal communities that were ready for the season to begin.

We remain committed to science-based fisheries management that balances conservation with access and supports the businesses and communities that depend on recreational fishing.

SWIPE for joint statement.

05/22/2026

Hobie Eyewear has signed up for the inaugural . Has your organization?

During National Fishing & Boating Week (June 6–14), rally your team, hit a local waterway, and help remove 1,000,000 pounds of trash from America’s waterways.

05/21/2026

We all know the happiest place on earth is wherever the fish are biting… 🎣😂

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The American Sportfishing Association applauds Representatives Rep Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (D...
05/20/2026

The American Sportfishing Association applauds Representatives Rep Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (D-MD) for introducing the Aquatic Invasive Species Control and Prevention Act of 2026 (H.R. 8876), comprehensive legislation to improve AIS prevention, rapid response, management and coordination across federal, state and regional partners.

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05/18/2026

The American Sportfishing Association's VP of Government Affairs, Mike Leonard, invites all ASA members to take part in the Million Pound Challenge, a nationwide movement to help restore and protect our waterways.

This National Fishing and Boating Week, June 6–14, rally your organization, head to a local waterway, and help make a measurable difference.

Join the challenge and be part of removing 1,000,000 pounds of trash from America’s waterways. https://asafishing.org/the-million-pound-challenge/

05/15/2026

The American Sportfishing Association (ASA) and Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) have jointly moved to intervene in litigation challenging the National Marine Fisheries Service’s approval of state Exempted Fishing Permits (EFPs) for the 2026 South Atlantic red snapper season.

“For years, anglers have faced extremely limited red snapper seasons despite the stock rebuilding far ahead of schedule,” said Glenn Hughes, president and CEO of the American Sportfishing Association. “These pilot programs represent a transformational opportunity to improve recreational data collection, expand reasonable public access and advance state-led management approaches that have already proven successful in the Gulf. ASA is intervening to help protect that progress for recreational anglers and the sportfishing industry.”

Full release: https://asafishing.org/press-release/asa-and-cca-intervene-in-red-snapper-lawsuit/

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