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Embeddable tool from RBFF brings fishing license and boat registration information straight to consumer websites

Foundation that promotes conservation through boating & fishing participation brings on additional state agency expertise

2018 program included campaigns in 19 states

New survey now open for responses

Foundation that promotes fishing and boating celebrates 20 years of bringing participants to the water

Women-centric video honored in nonprofit and nature/wildlife categories

New Survey of Hispanics Reveals Perceived Lack of Representation in the Sport of Fishing and Boating

Foundation that promotes conservation through boating & fishing participation brings on additional boating expertise

MOU seeks to increase participation through recruitment, retention & reactivation activities

List includes diverse bodies of water across the U.S.

Un informe especial aporta datos clave sobre la segunda actividad practicada por adultos al aire libre en el país

Special Report provides key insight into nation's no. 2 adult outdoor activity

Events in America: fishing with pro anglers in six North American locations to celebrate World Fishing Day

Events in America: fishing with pro anglers in six North American locations to celebrate World Fishing Day

Con una lista hecha por mamás, para mamás, la búsqueda de Take Me Fishing de los 10 Mejores Lugares Aprobados por Mamá para Pescar y Navegar en la nación empieza hoy

With a list made by moms, for moms, Take Me Fishing's search for the Top 10 Mom-Approved Places to Fish and Boat in the Nation starts today

Topline numbers from Outdoor Foundation Report, as well as the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Fishing License Data show category growth

Shattering the “Bass” Ceiling: the Future of Fishing is Female

“Telepathy” PSA was honored with Top One Award from TV Access

Events in Pennsylvania and Texas will bring on-the-water fishing and boating experiences to families and youth in urban areas

Grantees will bring fishing and boating programs to Hispanic youth and families in six states

Funds come from taxes on fishing equipment and boating fuel

Take Me Fishing™ brand will be in front of young aspiring boaters and anglers

Fishbrain will give RBFF site visitors industry-first features and unparalleled insights from both fellow anglers and experts including an upgraded interactive map, forecasts, catches, fish species and more

Foundation that promotes conservation through boating & fishing participation appoints three new Board members

Fishing charter reservation company enhances content on TakeMeFishing.org and helps recruit new youth and young adult participants

Correa y su prometida, Daniella Rodríguez, ayudan a convertir a los niños en aficionados a la pesca

Correa and fiancée Daniella Rodriguez help get kids hooked on fishing

Donation to the George H.W. Bush Vamos A Pescar Education Fund will help bring fishing and boating opportunities to Hispanic communities and urban areas

On-the-water experience hubs will bring fishing and boating experiences to urban audiences

MOU Focuses on Recruitment, Retention & Reactivation Activities to Increase Overall Participation

Partnership will bring the Anglers’ Legacy brand and mission to key audiences across the nation

Increased access and promotion of fishing and hunting to key market segments to come as a result of new Secretarial Order

Preliminary findings by the USFWS also reveal increase in fishing expenditures

National Marine Manufacturers Association, Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation & Discover Boating Publish 2016 Recreational Boating Participation Study

Comprehensive report provides key insight into nation's no. 2 adult outdoor activity

Report also reveals participation trends and motivating factors

Fishing experts will be on hand to share tips, demonstrate techniques and answer questions

Take Me Fishing ™ y Vamos Pescar ™ Celebran la Semana Nacional de Pesca y Navegación con una serie de eventos y actividades

Take Me Fishing™ and Vamos A Pescar™ Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week with a Boatful of Events and Activities

Toolkit leverages success of pilot email communications program to retain first-time anglers

Vamos A Pescar™ y Take Me Fishing™ anuncian los mejores lugares antes de la Semana Nacional de Pesca y Navegación

Take Me Fishing™ and Vamos A Pescar™ make announcement just in time for National Fishing and Boating Week

Two new reports show positive trends for fishing participation; Preliminary Special Report data reveals increases in Hispanic, youth and female participation

Chanda will work with RBFF’s state agency partners to improve angler and boater R3 practices

Ads look to disrupt with message of less technology and more time in nature

Grant program funds angler and boater recruitment, retention and reactivation initiatives

Foundation’s Boat Registration Marketing Program will send letters to lapsed boaters in 19 partnering states

Six New Board Members Also Appointed to Foundation that Promotes Conservation through Boating & Fishing Participation

Toolkit resources will assist stakeholders in growing the number of active anglers to 60 million

Twelve programs in six states awarded funds to provide fishing & boating programs for Hispanic families

Annual campaign evaluation shows increases in intent to fish or boat, influence and other categories

2016 program continues to receive positive response rate and lift

Toolkit includes proven strategies to retain new anglers via email communications

Partnership Develops Actionable Recommendations and Strategic Tools for Effective Angler Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation (R3) Efforts

Partnership brought a series of email communications to first-time license buyers to keep them engaged in the sport

Donation will bring Hispanic families to the water via fishing and boating education through the George H.W. Bush Vamos A PescarTM Education Fund

Agreement will bring awareness to the Take Me Fishing campaign and to fishing opportunities on U.S. Forest Service land

Grant will engage Hispanic families in fishing and boating through the George H.W. Bush Vamos A PescarTM Education Fund

One grand prize winner will win a family vacation for four to Walt Disney World® Resort

2016 Special Report on Fishing reveals increases in number of first-time, youth and Hispanic participants

Foundation that Promotes Conservation through Boating & Fishing Participation Welcomes New Boating and State Agency Expertise to its Board

Take Me Fishing™ and Vamos A Pescar™ release list in advance of National Fishing and Boating Week

Fishing experts in 1,000 Walmart stores to provide tips and tricks, giveaways for families

Puerto Rican baseball star will bring passion, inspiration to fishing and boating community

Funded initiatives focus on sustainable ways to increase fishing license sales and boat registrations through R3 efforts

Foundation’s Fishing License Marketing Program includes significant updates for 2016; Boat Registration Marketing Program launched April 1

$50,000 Awarded to Fishing & Boating Programs for Hispanic Families in Texas & Florida

New study confirms that RBFF’s partnership with Disney is increasing advertising campaign awareness and intentions to go fishing and boating.

Foundation’s Vamos A PescarTM Campaign Takes Top Honors in Best Diversity Initiative Category

Nuevas Características - Premios instantáneos, Versión en español y Ambiente Móvil - Aumentan la facilidad de La emisión del voto y la oportunidad de ganar el Gran Premio: Una Aventura de Pesca en Walt Disney World® Resort

Smart & Effective New Tools Modernize and Simplify the Site Aimed at Breaking Down Barriers to Participation in the Sport

New Features Increase Ease of Casting Votes; Promotion Offers Chance to Win Grand Prize Fishing Adventure at Walt Disney World® Resort

Study also explores motivations for participation and license purchase; identifies key conservation messaging

Smart & Effective New Tools Modernize and Simplify the Site Aimed at Increasing Participation in Recreational Fishing & Boating

Case studies showcasing programs now available for download

Online and social media strategies add to campaign’s impact

RBFF to Support Fishing License, Youth & Family Fishing and Boating Initiatives in Florida

States congregated in Dallas to Collaborate, Relate and Innovate to Redefine the Customer Experience

$20,000 Raised for Custom Video Production

2015 Program Reels in $1.6 Million for State Agencies and Conservation

New Partnership Provides Framework for Industrywide Angler Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation Programs

Study Identifies Opportunities for Improvement in Customer Service and Fishing License Sales at Fly Fishing Retail Stores

Foundation that Promotes Conservation through Boating & Fishing Participation Welcomes New Boating, Fishing and State Agency Expertise to its Board

2015 Special Report on Fishing offers detailed information on participation by gender, age, ethnicity, income, education and geographic region

The Georgia Wildlife Resources Division, Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department are the first recipients of new grants program to recruit, retain and reactivate anglers and boaters

All Are Encouraged to Get On The Water and Land Their #FirstCatch During National Fishing and Boating Week, June 6 – 14