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Saving a Chesapeake Bay Watershed Marsh for Fish, Wildlife, and People

A NOAA-funded project on Virginia’s Ragged Island is restoring habitat for fish, oysters, and birds. The project will also prevent hundreds of tons of sediment and pollution from entering the Chesapeake Bay.
July 06, 2026 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
An aerial view shows a green marsh on the right and dark river on the left. A yellow construction vehicle is moving along the sandy beach in front of the marsh. Nine long black colored stone structures sit along the shoreline. Breakwaters being constructed along the shoreline of Ragged Island. Credit: Ducks Unlimited

New Scientific Study Tracks the Trends in 100 Years of Shark Depredation in Recreational Fisheries

Scientists studied Atlantic recreational fishery data to better understand this complex human-wildlife conflict.
June 11, 2026 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Southeast
A sandbar shark depredating a little tunny from a fishing line in Jupiter, Florida. A sandbar shark depredating a little tunny from a fishing line in Jupiter, Florida. Credit: Tobey Curtis/NOAA Fisheries

Fishing Fun, Tradition, and Competition!

Shedding light on a few of the most unique fishing tournaments and champions in Hawai‘i.
June 08, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Pacific Islands
The winning team of three at a fishing tournament triumphantly hold up their prizes, including coolers, in front of a tent. Three tournament winners showcase their prizes at Mālama Maunalua’s "Eat the Invaders" event on O'ahu. The tournament supports sustainable fishing and eating by targeting invasive species like taʻape, toʻau, and roi. Courtesy of Henry Ta

Empowering Anglers: A New Era for Recreational Fishing Management

A cloud-based Decision Support Tool is transforming the recreational fishing regulations process by putting cutting-edge science and decision-making power directly into the hands of recreational fishing advisors and managers.
June 08, 2026 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
An angler proudly displays a beautiful black sea bass on a boat out on the water. An angler proudly displays a beautiful black sea bass. Credit: Vessel-Bay Dream; Photographer Paula Steinback

New Requirements for Halibut Charter Fishing in Alaska

Anglers charter fishing for halibut in Alaska will need a stamp if they plan to retain the fish they catch.
June 08, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Anglers fish on a charter vessel in Alaska Anglers fish on a charter vessel in Alaska. Credit: Richard Yamada

NOAA and U.S. Military Veterans: a Force to be Reckoned With

NOAA and Force Blue visited Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary to enjoy fishing and time on the water, while learning new skills.
June 08, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
Veterans gather in front of the Capt. Hook back at the dock after a day of fishing at sea (Credit:NOAA/National Marine Sanctuaries Foundation) Veterans gather in front of the Capt. Hook back at the dock after a day of fishing at sea (Credit:NOAA/National Marine Sanctuaries Foundation)

Recreational Fishing: An Important National Pastime

National Fishing and Boating Week is the perfect time to celebrate this cherished outdoor tradition and recognize the millions of saltwater anglers who serve as stewards of our marine resources and coastal ecosystems.
June 08, 2026 - Feature Story ,
National
Dad and daughter fishing

Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week!

Marine recreational fishing is a cherished American pastime and draws millions of anglers to support our coastal communities. Celebrate our nation's love for fishing and boating during National Fishing and Boating Week.
June 08, 2026 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Pacific Islands
Southeast
West Coast
National
Featured image banner for National Fishing and Boating Week

Fishing for the Future: How West Coast Anglers Contribute Science that Helps Sustain Sportfishing

NOAA Fisheries collaborates with anglers and other partners in California to monitor and collect data on fishing populations.
June 05, 2026 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
A field technician on a boat holding up a large, bright red vermilion snapper. CCFRP technician tags a vermilion rockfish as part of the sampling process before returning the fish to the water. Credit: Paul Fischer

New England Fishery Management: Backed by Science, Shaped by People

Due to decades of collaboration and science-based management, New England’s fishing heritage has persevered amidst the region’s unique challenges.
May 15, 2026 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
National
A blurred photo of boats at a dock with two pictures stylized like polaroids overlaid. An image on the left shows an aged statue of a fisherman at the helm, and a picture on the right shows a black and white photo of a commercial fisherman in the 1940s. There are torn scraps of paper and a film strip as decorative elements under the photos. Credit: Howard Stanbury (left); NOAA Library/NOAA Fisheries circa 1939 (right); NOAA (background)