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America's Anglers Reach Record-Breaking Diversity


ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- America's anglers are more diverse than ever, a key finding of the 2019 Special Report on Fishing, released today by the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF). Both women and Hispanics are casting their lines in record-breaking numbers, with 17.7 million and 4.4 million participants, respectively.

America's Anglers Reach Record-Breaking Diversity

"It's often assumed that all anglers look alike," says Stephanie Vatalaro, RBFF's Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications. "Our mission is to welcome everyone to the water ? because if you want to learn to fish, you should have that opportunity no matter who you are. And while our work isn't over, it's clear from these results that the tides are changing."

In addition to record-breaking diversity, other highlights from the Special Report on Fishing include:

RBFF's diversity initiatives include its #WomenMakingWaves social media movement and its George H.W. Bush Vamos A Pescar Education Fund.

Created in partnership with The Outdoor Foundation, the Special Report on Fishing provides one of the most comprehensive looks at the state of U.S. fishing and boating participation. The full report, along with an accompanying infographic, is available at the RBFF Resource Center.

About the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF)
RBFF is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase participation in recreational angling and boating, thereby protecting and restoring the nation's aquatic natural resources. RBFF developed the award-winning Take Me Fishingtm and Vamos A Pescartm campaigns creating awareness about boating, fishing and conservation, and educating people about the benefits of participation. These campaigns help boaters and anglers of all ages and experience levels learn, plan, and equip for a day on the water. The campaign websites, feature how-to videos, information on how to get a fishing license and boat registration, and an interactive state-by-state map that allows visitors to find local boating and fishing spots.

About The Outdoor Foundation
The Outdoor Foundation is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to inspiring and growing future generations of outdoor enthusiasts. Through groundbreaking research, action-oriented outreach and education programs, the Foundation works with partners to mobilize a major cultural shift that leads all Americans to the great outdoors. In 2010, the Foundation launched Outdoor Nation, a pioneering initiative that aims to empower young leaders to champion the outdoors on campuses and in communities across the United States. For more information visit OutdoorFoundation.org.

 

SOURCE Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation


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