Angling

Recreational Fishing Alliance Founder/Executive Director To Step Down After 25 Years Of Service To Saltwater Anglers

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Blood sports, Recreational fishing, Fishing, Angling, Human activities, Human behavior

NEW GRETNA, N.J., July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Recreational Fishing Alliance announced today that Jim Donofrio, Executive Director and Founder is retiring effective December 31, 2021.

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  • NEW GRETNA, N.J., July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Recreational Fishing Alliance announced today that Jim Donofrio, Executive Director and Founder is retiring effective December 31, 2021.
  • Says Donofrio, "It's been an honor to lead and grow the Recreational Fishing Alliance.
  • These insights spurred him to create the first IRS recognized 501(c)(4) political action organization focused squarely on the needs of saltwater anglers, the recreational fishing industry, and America's marine resources.
  • Founded in 1996, the Recreational Fishing Alliance (RFA) was the first national grassroots political action organization established to represent the rights of recreational fishermen and the recreational fishing industry on marine fisheries issues.

onWater Launches New Industry-Leading App for the Fly Fishing Community

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Monday, June 21, 2021
Recreational fishing, Fishing, Fly fishing, Angling, Hobbies, Outdoor recreation

BOULDER, Colo., June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- onWater Fly Fishing, an Outdoor Recreation technology provider, announces the launch of the new onWater App for anglers and the fly fishing community.

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  • BOULDER, Colo., June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- onWater Fly Fishing, an Outdoor Recreation technology provider, announces the launch of the new onWater App for anglers and the fly fishing community.
  • "Fly anglers are curious and adventurous by nature," says Scott Carver, CEO and Co-Founder of onWater and Fly Fishing industry veteran.
  • Whether you're an individual angler, outfitter, instructor, retailer, lodge owner or product manufacturer, we want the entire fly fishing community to experience the benefits of onWater."
  • With highly-detailed digital maps of the top fly fishing destinations and an array of related features we will enhance the fly fishing experience, promote conservation and connect our community.

Which Bait or Lure? FishAngler Answers the Age-old Question With Crowd-Sourced Data

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Friday, June 4, 2021
Recreational fishing, Blood sports, Angling, Fishing bait, Fishing, Human activities, Human behavior

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- There's no "one-size-fits-all" answer to the timeless dilemma of which bait or lure to use.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- There's no "one-size-fits-all" answer to the timeless dilemma of which bait or lure to use.
  • Now, every time an angler logs a catch on the FishAngler app and includes what it was caught on, the app aggregates the data by species and provides top gear recommendations.
  • "We have a treasure trove of data just collecting on the app, so we made the decision to use it to help app users catch more fish."
  • Download the #1 FREE fishing app today for top gear recommendations and reviews on your fishing favorites.

Intelligent Lure 'smartLure Model Zero' Unlocks Secrets of Fishing by Processing Big Data of Lure Actions and Environmental Factors

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Friday, April 23, 2021
Recreational fishing, Blood sports, Angling, Fishing, Hobbies, Recreation, Skills

It is equipped with a proprietary sensor module that produces high-definition data on water temperature, brightness, and actions and depth trace of the lure while it is in the water.

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  • It is equipped with a proprietary sensor module that produces high-definition data on water temperature, brightness, and actions and depth trace of the lure while it is in the water.
  • These data are transferred to the smartLure app whenever requested by the angler.
  • The founder Yuki OKAMURA said, "Weanalyze the data by fish species, underwater environment, lure types, colors, and actions so that the secrets of fishing can be brought to light.
  • By accumulating various data points of fishing accurately and globally using smartLure, we can bring more creativity and originality into fishing.

Rise Run Capital acquires LYN Fishing

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Recreational fishing, Blood sports, Fishing line, Angling, Fishing, Human behavior

DALLAS, April 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rise Run Capital LLC (Rise Run) is pleased to announce that its portfolio company House of Outdoors Inc. (HOO), acquired LYN Fishing (LYN) on March 31, 2021.

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  • DALLAS, April 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rise Run Capital LLC (Rise Run) is pleased to announce that its portfolio company House of Outdoors Inc. (HOO), acquired LYN Fishing (LYN) on March 31, 2021.
  • LYN creates high quality fishing line for a variety of angling styles, methods and environments.
  • By acquiring LYN, HOO is well positioned to gain additional traction in the fishing line, lure and bait categories.
  • Rise Run Capital is a Dallas-based private equity firm which invests flexible and creative capital into middle market companies with EBITDA between $2 and $15 million, strong management teams, attractive and defensible market positions and minimal customer and supplier concentrations.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Easy Catch (PHO-2800)

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Recreational fishing, Angling

PITTSBURGH, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- "As a fisherman, I thought there had to be an easier means to catch fish," said an inventor from Avondale, Ariz. "This inspired me to develop a more efficient method to catch fish that may reduce the incidence of losing the 'big one'".

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  • PITTSBURGH, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- "As a fisherman, I thought there had to be an easier means to catch fish," said an inventor from Avondale, Ariz. "This inspired me to develop a more efficient method to catch fish that may reduce the incidence of losing the 'big one'".
  • He developed the LIGHTNING SPEAR which removes the fight from the fish to allow anglers to more easily land them.
  • The original design was submitted to the Phoenix sales office of InventHelp.
  • 19-PHO-2800, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext.

Guidesly: Recreational Fishing Marketplace Startup Secures Pre-Seed Funding

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Recreational fishing, Blood sports, Guide, Angling, Fishing, Hobbies, Recreation, Individual sports, Fly fishing

Howard H. Stevenson - Stevenson Family Investment Limited Partnership, Professor Emeritus, (Harvard Business School), entrepreneurship expert, former Trustee, (The Nature Conservancy of Massachusetts).

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  • Howard H. Stevenson - Stevenson Family Investment Limited Partnership, Professor Emeritus, (Harvard Business School), entrepreneurship expert, former Trustee, (The Nature Conservancy of Massachusetts).
  • Guidesly, Inc. is a technology company building a marketplace for the outdoor recreational industry.
  • Guidesly's fishing vertical provides trusted fishing guides and charter captains with all types of anglers seeking fishing trips with a seamless experience between the website and mobile applications.
  • Guidesly addresses the 51 million Americans who have a passion for fishing and searching for guided fishing experiences.

InventHelp Inventor Develops an Improved Fishing Rod Design (CBA-3924)

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Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Fishing, Recreational fishing, Fishing rod, Angling

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- "As an avid fisherman, I found that this design would provide a different fishing experience," said an inventor from Taylors, SC., "So, I created BennyBob "Striker" Dual Action Fishing Rods."

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  • PITTSBURGH, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- "As an avid fisherman, I found that this design would provide a different fishing experience," said an inventor from Taylors, SC., "So, I created BennyBob "Striker" Dual Action Fishing Rods."
  • The patent-pending invention with different technology and physics fulfills the need for an innovative fishing rod that would enhance performance among anglers.
  • This improved rod provides more control to a fisherman.
  • Additionally, the rod would be easy to use and could make a fishing trip more enjoyable.

The Dream of Catching a Triple-Digit Fish on Wheeler Lake

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Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Recreational fishing, Blood sports, Angling, Fishing

Wheeler Lake is part of the Tennessee River which flows for more than 650 miles through seven states.

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  • Wheeler Lake is part of the Tennessee River which flows for more than 650 miles through seven states.
  • Pulled from the water of Wheeler Lake on July 5, 1996, the mammoth-sized fish weighed in at 111 pounds.
  • The dream to catch a triple-digit fish has caught the attention of the largest catfish tournament organization in the United States.
  • To assist anglers fishing on Wheeler Lake, the TVA Lake Info app is an essential tool for every tackle box.

Catch Co. Closes $6 Million Funding Round to Further Scale Its Next-Generation Fishing Brand

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Wednesday, December 2, 2020
Recreational fishing, Angling

CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Catch Co ., a digital sportfishing brand platform, today announced that it has closed a $6 million funding round, led by existing investor Listen Ventures .

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  • CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Catch Co ., a digital sportfishing brand platform, today announced that it has closed a $6 million funding round, led by existing investor Listen Ventures .
  • These funds will support Catch Co. in its mission to create amazing fishing brands, products and shopping experiences for the modern angler.
  • Catch Co. has executed on this model brilliantly and built the fastest-growing brand in fishing.
  • Catch Co. continues to see rapid growth across its entire ecosystem with year-over-year growth rates approaching 100%.