We are affiliated with, member of and support
the following organizations
Member Ships
International Game Fish Association – IGFA [Participating Club and Certified
Weigh Station] Objectives, Projects, and Services
The purpose of IGFA, as set forth in the early bylaws, is: "to
encourage the study of game fishes for the sake of whatever pleasure,
information, or benefit it may provide; to keep the sport of game
fishing ethical, and to make its rules acceptable to the majority
of anglers; to encourage this sport both as recreation and as a
potential source of scientific data; to place such data at the disposal
of as many human beings as possible; and to keep an attested and
up-to-date chart of world record catches." The founding fathers
of IGFA - including such sportfishing greats as Michael Lerner,
Van Campen Heilner, Clive Firth, and Ernest Hemingway - obviously
had foresight; the basic purposes they set forth have increased
in importance through the years. Today's IGFA has not changed these
goals; rather it has brought them to the attention of the angling
public, enlarged upon them, added to them, and adapted them to the
current and increasing needs of the sportfishing community. http://www.igfa.org
Billfish Foundation [Participating Club]
The Billfish Foundation (TBF) is a 501 (c)(3), tax exempt public
foundation established in 1986 with a mission to advance the conservation
of billfish (marlin, sailfish, spearfish, swordfish) worldwide through
research, education and advocacy for responsible fishery management.
Currently, most of our emphasis is within the geographic regions
of the Atlantic, Caribbean and eastern Pacific, though we contribute
our expertise to issues in the South Pacific and the Indian Ocean
as we are able. Prior to TBF's establishment no one was working
for the benefit of billfish; many governments did not, nor do they
today, make billfish a priority. http://www.billfish.org/
IBFN - International Big Fish Network [Participating Club]
The International Big Fish Network (IBFN) is dedicated to rebuilding
the ocean's big fish stocks to sustainable levels. IBFN is an education
and advocacy non-profit organization incorporated in Florida in
October 2003. http://www.ibfn.org/
International Fly Fishing Association [Associate Member]
Established on March 15, 1996, the International Fly Fishing Association
is a unique nonprofit organization concerned with the conservation
of all fish, in all waters world wide. With members in more than
forty six countries, the free exchange of thoughts, ideas, fly patterns,
stories, photographs, fishing reports, equipment information etc.
via e-mail daily is a priceless method of enhancing the enjoyment
of our sport. http://www.iffa.org.uk/
Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation Participating Club The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation
is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase participation
in recreational angling and boating and thereby increase public
awareness and appreciation of the need for protecting, conserving
and restoring this nation's aquatic natural resources. http://www.rbff.org/
Surf Casting and Angling Club Participating Club The Surf Casting and Angling Club of W.A. (Inc.)
was formed in 1952 and is one of the oldest existing fishing clubs
in Western Australia. Currently there are around 90 members with
many attending club events. The club has produced many State and
National champions in all categories of competition. http://www.surfcasters.iinet.net.au/
Future Fisherman Foundation Participating Club The Future Fisherman Foundation unites the sport
fishing industry with a US Based network of outdoor educators, conservation
groups, and youth organizations. They offer a variety of fishing
and boating programs, equipment, and services to community groups
and schools across the United States. Their efforts help people
of all ages have safe and enjoyable fishing experiences that foster
conservation ethics. http://www.futurefisherman.org/
Anglers Legacy Participating Club You likely remember your very first fishing trip
and who took you. And odds are pretty good that it was that experience
that's directly responsible for why you're still fishing today.
That's what Anglers' Legacy is all about – simply giving back what
you've been given, and making your promise to introduce somebody
new to the activity that you love. Join thousands of your peers
and make a real difference.
So, take someone fishing – a family member, co-worker, neighbor,
acquaintance at church or, perhaps, the mechanic who works on your
car.
Become part of Anglers' Legacy today, the group of folks from all
across the country who, like you, are giving back. There's no membership
fee and no obligation. You're just making a promise to do your part
to share your knowledge and expertise with someone new.
Take the Anglers' Legacy pledge today! http://www.anglerslegacy.com/
The Recreational Fishing Alliance Supporting Club Safeguard the rights of saltwater anglers, Protect
marine, boat and tackle industry jobs, ensure the long-term sustainability
of our fisheries.
Commercial fishermen and environmentalist are pushing their agenda
on marine fisheries issues affecting you. The RFA is in the trenches
lobbying, educating decision makers and ensuring that our interests
are being heard loud and clear too! http://www.joinrfa.org/
The Fishes of Ocean, rivers and lakes
need your help
Be a part of PGFA’s
Expedition to save marine life. Please
send this message to your friends and colleagues, together as
PGFA members; we can protect our Sport and Game Fishes we relays. Click Here
