Conservation

Events and decisions occur every day that effect the New Jersey waters that bring us so much enjoyment throughout the year. Become an aware, conscientious fisherman and learn about what these organizations are doing to protect and preserve our fishery to assure tight lines for generations to come.

American Littoral Society
The time is approaching when fully 60% of the U.S. population will live within 50 miles of the ocean, putting more and more pressure on fragile coastal ecosystems. The American Littoral Society (ALS) is a national, not-for-profit, membership organization, dedicated to the environmental well-being of coastal habitat.
http://www.littoralsociety.org

American Littoral Society Fish Tagging Program
Would you like to know where your fish go or how big they grow? If so...join the American Littoral Society Fish Tagging Program. For more information: www.americanlittoralsoc.org/tag.htm or call 732-291-0055 and ask for Pam or Vicki.
http://www.littoralsociety.org/tag.htm

Hudson River Fisherman's Association
We are a group of recreational fishermen who make active use of the N.Y. Bight and the surrounding water system and are concerned with the present and future state of these fisheries. Our objectives are to encourage the responsible use of aquatic resources and protection of habitat. We assist where possible in efforts to abate pollution and promote sportfishing and the management of that recreation.
http://www.hrfanj.org

Jersey Coast Angler's Association
The Jersey Coast Anglers Association ( JCAA ) is an association of more than 65 saltwater fishing clubs, with a combined membership exceeding 30,000, that represents the position of marine sport anglers, champions their causes and protects their rights in matters pertaining to fishing, fisheries, and environmental quality. In doing so, JCAA often works in concert with major environmental organizations and other influential associations of sports clubs.
http://www.jcaa.org

Lehigh River Stocking Association
501C-3 Non-profit organization dedicated to the restoration and revitalization of the Lehigh River and its tributaries. Trout stocking and water quality programs are always ongoing. We stock: Brooks, browns, rainbows, and steelhead. Spring and fall stocking programs along with our computerized probe monitoring of the river.
http://www.lrsa.org

New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife
Over 100 Years of Responsible Stewardship
http://www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw

Recreational Fishing Alliance
To create a national grass roots, political action organization of one million (1,000,000) salt water anglers; safeguard the rights of those salt water anglers; protect jobs in the marine boat and tackle industries; and ensure the long-term sustainability of our nations salt water fisheries.
http://www.savefish.com

United States Coast Guard Auxiliary
The Coast Guard Auxiliary is the civilian volunteer arm of the United States Coast Guard - 35,000 men and women who donate their time and expertise to support the Coast Guard and improve boating safety.
http://www.cgaux.org/cgauxweb/public/pubframe.htm