The Billfish Foundation visits ICAST 2025
From July 15th to 18th, The Billfish Foundation (TBF) proudly participated in the 2025 ICAST Conference, the world’s largest sportfishing trade…
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Skillie Project Ramps Up for Season Two off Nantucket
After a successful first year, the Skillie Project is officially ramping up for its second season off Nantucket, and we couldn’t…
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Bahamas Passes Port Authorities (Amendment) Bill 2025: What Anglers Need to Know
Effective July 1, 2025, the Bahamas has enacted sweeping changes to its Port Authorities regulations, which have important implications for the sportfishing…
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Ghosts and Gills Gala – October 31, 2025
Mark your calendars! On Friday, October 31, 2025, The Billfish Foundation will host its signature fundraising gala at the elegant Marriott Harbor…
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TBF’s 2025 6-Month Competition Standings
We’re officially halfway through the 2024–2025 Tag & Release Competition! How are you stacking up? With just under six months to go…
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Tagged Tuna Found Inside a Marlin!
We’ve heard some wild tag recapture stories over the years, but this one might take the cake. In May 2025, a 22-inch…
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New Tag & Release Category – TBF Legends
Starting with the 2025-2026 TBF Annual Tag & Release Competition (November 1st, 2025 – October 31st, 2026), The Billfish Foundation (TBF) will…
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Destin FAD
In 2018, an idea began to emerge in Okaloosa County, Florida which would lead to offshore changes that only a few could…
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NOAA Withdraws Controversial Vessel Speed Reduction Proposal
On January 15, 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced the withdrawal of its proposed vessel speed reduction rule, which…
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