EM4Fish
The Billfish Foundation and Bluefin Data were recently showcased on EM4Fish, a website that aims to improve fisheries management as emerging technologies enable new methods for acquiring, sharing, analyzing, and utilizing data. As part of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s (NFWF) Electronic Monitoring and Reporting Grant Program, Bluefin Data (BFD) and The Billfish Foundation […]
New Oil Rig Features!
Tagging Database Upgrade! We are happy to announce that 60+ Gulf of Mexico offshore oil rigs and platforms have been added as searchable location points to the Tag & Release Application. Now, users can search up the platforms by name and select them as a location, rather than manually inputting longitude and latitude points. Visit […]
TBF’s Miami EcoAdventures Outreach
TBF’s Science & Education Specialist, TJ Morrell, recently made a couple visits to Miami EcoAdventures’ summer camp at Bill Sadowski Park & Nature Center in Miami, FL. TJ was thrilled to have the opportunity to chat with the campers in June and July about the importance of conserving billfish and the vital role they play […]
TBF Attends ICAST 2024
Every summer, fishermen and angling enthusiasts from around the world gather in Orlando, Florida for the International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades (ICAST). As the world’s largest sportfishing tradeshow, ICAST features a vast array of vendors showcasing the latest in fishing technology, gear, apparel, and more. For The Billfish Foundation (TBF), ICAST is not just […]
TBF Introduces 10 Grander Club, aka “The Billie Club”
Ladies and gentlemen hold onto your fishing rods because The Billfish Foundation is proud to announce a new achievement that will be awarded at next year’s 2024 Annual Tag & Release Awards Ceremony! Starting in 2025, TBF will be honoring any captain or angler who reaches the mind-blowing threshold of 10,000 reported tagged and/or released […]
Gala Tickets Now Available!
Saddle up, y’all! Tickets for TBF’s upcoming fundraising gala on November 1st, 2024 are now available! Join us for a rootin’ tootin’ good time at our Western-themed gala and make sure to dust off your cowboy boots and grab your hats for a night of fun, food, and billfish conservation. Held in South Florida during […]
Marlin Expeditions and TBF: Teamwork Makes Conservation Work
After seeing your first billfish, or even better, catching your first one, anglers quickly recognize the power and beauty of this marine species. At TBF, our team works tirelessly to help anglers also understand the importance of billfish, helping them to embrace conservation efforts to ensure future generations can enjoy the same thrilling fishing experiences […]
New Benefit for TBF Members: 20% Off Costa Del Mar Products!
The Billfish Foundation (TBF) is thrilled to announce a fantastic new benefit for its members. Starting July 1, all active TBF members will receive a 20% discount on all Costa Del Mar products. Since their inception in 1983, Costa Del Mar has been known for its high-performance eyewear and being a favorite among anglers and […]
TBF at Orange Beach Sportfishing Club
Longtime TBF supporters, Orange Beach Sportfishing Club (OBSC) recently welcomed TJ Morrell to speak at their club about the latest billfishing news, including updates on the foundation, topics affecting the sportfishing community, and where the organization is headed in terms of billfish conservation. As a thriving sportfishing club in the Gulf, OBSC is familiar with […]
Jack Guarisco at Savannah Sportfishing Club
In May 2024, Jack Guarisco, 17, spoke on behalf of TBF at the Savannah Sportfishing Club! Acting as an advocate for TBF, he handed out magazines and stickers to those in attendance and even jumped on the microphone to dive into the history of TBF. He explained the importance of supporting the foundation and how […]
