A bonefish flat in the Adelaide area of New Providence was recently severely damaged when mangroves were illegally removed by heavy equipment to make space for an unsanctioned coastal development. This bonefish flat was one of the few untouched natural areas left in New Providence, and was frequented by anglers, guides, and residents for recreation. […]
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) has awarded Bonefish & Tarpon Trust a $250,000 grant to restore degraded coastal habitat in Southwest Florida. The NFWF grant will provide funding for the final design and permitting of two mangrove restoration projects at Shell Island Road and Marco Shores Lake in Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research […]
Bonefish & Tarpon Trust has launched a new campaign designed to raise awareness of Florida’s water quality issues. The campaign, “Win Back Our Water,” highlights three key issues that have been identified as harming Florida’s water quality: failing and/or outdated wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, pharmaceutical contaminants, and glyphosate pollution that can result from the use […]
Since our early years, Bonefish & Tarpon Trust has focused on research that teaches us about what is needed by each life stage of bonefish, tarpon, and permit to create healthy populations. This is why we’ve put so much effort and funding into studies that are identifying bonefish Pre-Spawning Aggregation locations, and working to get […]
Anglers explore the flats of southern Belize. Photo: Under Armour Bonefish & Tarpon Trust and the Coastal Zone Management Authority & Institute (CZMAI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to identify and implement conservation and protection of coastal and nearshore habitats associated with Belize’s flats fishery. “Belize is world renowned for its natural treasures, including […]
Ascension Bay Lodge of Punta Allen, Mexico, has announced its support of Bonefish & Tarpon Trust as a Bronze Partner. Opened in 2015 and remodeled during the summer of 2020, Ascension Bay Lodge (ABL) is a boutique fishing lodge located on one of the most prolific and pristine saltwater flats fisheries on earth. Whether it’s […]
Madison Valley Ranch, a premier fly-fishing lodge near Bozeman, Montana, has announced its support of Bonefish & Tarpon Trust as a Silver Partner. “As one of the world’s premier fly-fishing lodges, we are pleased to announce our partnership with Bonefish & Tarpon Trust,” said Tom Focthman, Co-Owner of Madison Valley Ranch. “Our shared passion for […]
Jack Walker recently moved with his family to Palm Coast, Florida, where he is enjoying learning to target snook, tarpon, redfish, trout in his local waterways. “I have been learning my way around the area as there are countless canals and ponds of both salt and fresh water,” Jack shared. “I have also been fortunate […]
The Halyard Restaurant Group, based in Saint Simons Island, GA, has announced its support of Bonefish & Tarpon Trust as a Silver Partner. “BTT is a great organization accomplishing more each year because of a dedicated staff and a growing number of loyal supporters,” said captain and chef Dave Snyder, owner of Halyard Restaurant Group. […]
Ali Gentry, Vaughn Roberts, and Diana Rudolph. Bonefish & Tarpon Trust announced today the election of Ali Gentry, Vaughn Roberts, and Diana Rudolph to the BTT Board of Directors. “We are honored to welcome Ali, Vaughn, and Diana to the board,” said Jim McDuffie, BTT President and CEO. “Their knowledge, experience and commitment to the […]
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