Keep Fish Wet

Keep Fish Wet Helping anglers create better outcomes for each fish they release. As a US 501(c)(3) registered non-

With the striped bass outmigration on the horizon, it's a good time to refresh on some science-based best practices. Eve...
08/31/2026

With the striped bass outmigration on the horizon, it's a good time to refresh on some science-based best practices.

Every fish we release is an opportunity to put conservation into action. Keep striped bass in the water whenever possible, and if you do need to lift one, research suggests keeping air exposure under 10 seconds gives each fish the best chance of survival.

Swipe through our Striped Bass In Our Hands campaign for more tips on how to improves the chances of each striper being able to swim off strong.

Everyone needs a reminder once in awhile Need your own sticker? Head over to our shop: https://www.keepfishwet.org/shop...
08/31/2026

Everyone needs a reminder once in awhile

Need your own sticker? Head over to our shop:

https://www.keepfishwet.org/shop

Photo: Dave McCoy (Emerald Water Anglers)

"Andy and Sascha Clark Danylchuk [of Keep Fish Wet] want all fishermen to have a number in their head: 30. That’s the nu...
08/28/2026

"Andy and Sascha Clark Danylchuk [of Keep Fish Wet] want all fishermen to have a number in their head: 30. That’s the number of seconds you can keep a striper out of the water to give it the best chance of survival."

An excerpt from our recent feature in the The Boston Globe. The science is clear, the less time these fish spend out of the water the better the outcome when released.

Read the article here: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/08/28/science/striped-bass-photo/

And learn more about how to be a better steward for these fish through our Stripers in Our Hands campaign: https://www.keepfishwet.org/stripers-in-our-hands

A fish’s slime coat is its first line of defense against disease and infection. Dry rocks, sand, boat decks, and grass c...
08/27/2026

A fish’s slime coat is its first line of defense against disease and infection. Dry rocks, sand, boat decks, and grass can damage that protective layer, so as water temperatures rise, it’s even more important to keep fish wet and handle them with care.

Need a refresher? Head to our website for more science-backed best practices.

https://www.keepfishwet.org/principles

Photo: Amber Payliss & Joe Klementovich

Every year, more than 20 million striped bass are caught in the recreational fishery during their seasonal coastal migra...
08/25/2026

Every year, more than 20 million striped bass are caught in the recreational fishery during their seasonal coastal migrations. In 2024, 19.1 million were released, either because of the anglers catch-and-release mindset or because the fish fell outside the size limit.

Despite how popular stripers are, we know surprisingly little about how catch-and-release practices affect them. And while many anglers want to do the right thing, knowing what that looks like when a striper is on the line, or in your hands, isn’t always straightforward.

New research from the University of Massachusetts Amherst combined ecological and social science to explore how striped bass respond to handling and how anglers actually interact with their catch.

Head to our latest blog post, written by one of the study's author, Dr. Grace Casselberry, to learn what the research tells us about giving striped bass the best chance after release.

https://www.keepfishwet.org/keepfishwet-news-1/striper-science

Sometimes, it's not just about the fish. We hope fishing took you to some beautiful places this past weekend. Photo: Amb...
08/24/2026

Sometimes, it's not just about the fish.

We hope fishing took you to some beautiful places this past weekend.

Photo: Amber Payliss (The Bug Parade)

As water temperatures rise, fish need more oxygen just as warmer water holds less of it. Every second spent out of the w...
08/20/2026

As water temperatures rise, fish need more oxygen just as warmer water holds less of it. Every second spent out of the water adds to their stress and makes recovery after release more difficult.

Photo: Joe Klementovich ()

Last summer, Keep Fish Wet partnered with the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources and Abeleve Bedrock Foundation o...
08/18/2026

Last summer, Keep Fish Wet partnered with the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources and Abeleve Bedrock Foundation on Kiritimati (Christmas Island) to install catch-and-release best practices signage at fishing lodges, the airport, and access points where anglers set off for the day with their guides.

By making conservation information visible where people fish we're sharing a consistent and persistent message for science-based practices for catch-and-release.

Bonefish can handle warm water, but even they have their limits. If the water hits 98°F/35°C or higher, it’s time to dou...
08/16/2026

Bonefish can handle warm water, but even they have their limits. If the water hits 98°F/35°C or higher, it’s time to double down on best practices and think about whether it’s worth making another cast.

Curious to learn more about best practices when targeting bonefish? Follow the link below:

https://www.keepfishwet.org/bonefish-in-our-hands

Water temperatures can change throughout the day and vary from one reach of a river to the next. Carrying a thermometer ...
08/13/2026

Water temperatures can change throughout the day and vary from one reach of a river to the next. Carrying a thermometer is an easy way to make sure you're making an informed decision on where to fish, when to double down on best practices, and when it's time to call it a day.



Photo: Dave McCoy ()

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