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The IGFA Great Marlin Race
The Great Marlin Race began in 2009 at the Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament (HIBT) with a concept created by IGFA Trustee Bob Kurz, IGFA Trustee Emeritus Peter Fithian and renowned...
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Wanted: White Seabass Heads for Fisheries Research
HUBBS is attempting to collect 1,000 white seabass heads from legal length white seabass caught in US waters. Find out how to help.
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White Seabass Hatchery Adds 50 New Broodstock
The recent study showing success in HUBBS Seaworld Research Institute’s (HSWRI) program releasing white sea bass has led to many wondering, what does this program look like, and where does...
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AFTCO Supports Florida's Trophy Catch Program
AFTCO was proud to support the 10th season of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Trophy Catch program in 2022.
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AFTCO Pledges $100,000 Toward Bass Conservation in North Carolina
AFTCO, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) and the North Carolina B.A.S.S. Nation (NC B.A.S.S.) are partnering to improve bass habitat.
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AFTCO Awards 2023 B.A.S.S. Nation Conservation Grant Recipients
AFTCO continues its strong conservation heritage by providing support for five Conservation Grants to B.A.S.S. Nation Clubs in 2023. The contribution for this year amounts to $25,000 spread across the...
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2022 AFTCO X BASS Conservation Grant Updates
Since 2018, AFTCO has awarded $95,000 in Conservation Grants to B.A.S.S Nation Clubs. In 2022, AFTCO provided $35,000 to 5 projects BASS Nation clubs to complete conservation-minded projects in their...
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Bill Shedd Inducted Into the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame
AFTCO’s Bill Shedd is inducted into the 2023 International Game Fish Association (IGFA) Fishing Hall of Fame for his significant contributions to fishing conservation. He is the first child of...
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ASA Podcast: Giving Back to the Resource with Bill Shedd
Listen to Bill Shedd speak with host Mike Leonard about his background, the importance of giving back to the resource, and the changes he has seen over the years in...