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RBFF is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase participation in recreational fishing and boating, thereby protecting and restoring the nation’s aquatic natural resources.

 

 

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RBFF is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase participation in recreational fishing and boating, thereby protecting and restoring the nation’s aquatic natural resources.

 

 

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Press Releases
May 18, 2023

ALEXANDRIA, VA (May 18, 2023) – Female anglers pose a significant revenue opportunity for the fishing industry, according to new research from the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation...

May 2, 2023

ALEXANDRIA, VA (May 2, 2023) – The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) this week launched the Take Me Fishing™ “Find Your Best Self on the Water” campaign to create awareness...

May 1, 2023

ALEXANDRIA, VA (mayo 1 de 2023) – Take Me Fishing™, una marca nacional de la organización sin fines de lucro Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF), ha lanzado una nueva campaña de...

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Fast Facts

54.2 Million Fishing Participants

3.67 Million New participants

8 Million Reactivated participants

19.4 Million Female Participants

4.6 Million Hispanic participants

12.9 Million Youth participants

890 Million Fishing outings

86% Of current participants started fishing before age 12

41% Crossover participation with camping


RBFF In The News
May 17, 2023
Soundings Trade Only
Fishing participation in the United States has steadily increased during the past decade, with the pandemic fueling an added bump as people sought outdoor activities.
May 11, 2023
Boating Industry
The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) has launched a new marketing campaign as well as new content for industry partners to use on social media channels.
May 10, 2023
Angling International
Women anglers hold the key to growth in the U.S. market, says new research, but if tackle brands are to take advantage, they need to re-think what products they make and how they promote them.

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The Annual Report

The 2021 Annual Report provides a detailed look at RBFF’s projects and accomplishments during the 2021 fiscal year. From milestones reached by our boating and fishing initiatives to our industry and state agency partnerships, the report highlights the progress made by RBFF over the past year and takes a look ahead at our goals and plans for the coming year.