Help Us Quantify The True Value of Striped Bass Fishing

As anglers, we know how important recreational fishing is to our lives, our communities, and our local businesses. The economic impact of recreational fishing for striped bass has often been underestimated in comparison to the commercial fishing industry, largely due to a lack of reliable data. A new independent study has launched to better quantify the dollars and cents of chasing stripers – and you can participate!

The Striped Bass Survey gives us the chance to quantify the scale of this coastwide fishery. That data is critical for decision-makers at the local, state, and federal levels, showing just how much recreational anglers contribute to the economy. From tackle shops and guides to hotels, restaurants, and travel, every dollar you spend helps paint a clearer picture of the lasting impact recreational fishing has on local economies.

We’re asking you to take a few minutes to fill out this survey honestly. The data will only be as strong as the responses behind it, and your input helps ensure that our fisheries are managed with recreational anglers in mind. By participating, you’re helping protect the future of the sport we love and proving that conservation is not just good for the environment, it is also good for the economy.

Take the survey today and let your voice be heard.