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Agency Approach to Saltwater Recreational Fishing Has Changed, Progressed through Partnership

Read a new leadership message from Russ Dunn, National Policy Advisor for Recreational Fisheries, in honor of National Fishing and Boating Week.
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NOAA Fisheries Releases Five New Geographic Strategic Plans

The plans highlight specific areas of increased emphasis for commercial and recreational fishing opportunities and the conservation of marine resources (2020–2023).
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Recreational Fishing Photo Contest Highlights Your Favorite Catch

Anglers across the country can submit photos highlighting their love for saltwater recreational fishing and win the trip of a lifetime.
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Fisheries of the United States, 2018

Each year NOAA Fisheries compiles key fisheries statistics from the previous year into an annual snapshot documenting fishing’s importance to the nation.
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U.S. Territorial Bottomfish Stocks Less Healthy Than Previously Assessed

Scientists assessed the stocks of bottomfish in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, and American Samoa, and the results varied.
August 27, 2019 - Feature Story ,
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Ocean Month 2019

Dive into our online campaigns and features during Ocean Month.
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Engaging with Recreational Anglers Is a Top Priority

It's National Fishing and Boating Week! Check out this leadership message from Assistant Administrator for NOAA Fisheries Chris Oliver and learn how we support recreational fishing opportunities across the country.
Fishing in the Gulf of Mexico, women on the stern of a boat in shorts and visor.

New Plans for Engaging with Recreational Fishermen

NOAA Fisheries has developed region-specific plans for connecting to and collaborating with the recreational fishing community. 
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Cast a Line for National Fishing and Boating Week

Join us for National Fishing and Boating Week as we celebrate one of our nation's most cherished pastimes: saltwater recreational fishing.
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Hawaiian Monk Seal With Several Ingested Hooks Returned to Wild

NOAA Fisheries calls on shoreline fishermen to help prevent monk seal hookings.
October 19, 2018 - Feature Story ,
A fisherman demonstrates pono (responsible) fishing around a monk seal by keeping his line out of the water until the seal leaves the area.