Who We Are
FISHERIES, HABITAT AND COASTAL RESTORATION PROJECTS
RFRI leads the way with novel ideas, continuing to leave a legacy of leadership
The Recreational Fisheries Research Institute (RFRI) was founded in 1998 by Randy Pausina, Marine Fisheries Biologist and former Head of Fisheries for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. Randy is credited with initiating many novel and highly successful programs, such as: La Creel, Recreational Offshore Landing Permit, Tag Louisiana, Louisiana Saltwater Series, Louisiana Wild Seafood Certification Program, LDWF Recreational Fishing Outreach and Aquatic Education Section, LA Fisheries Forward, LA Inshore & Nearshore Artificial Programs…and many more!
Managing the future of fishing in Louisiana is a monumental task and in order for the RFRI to tackle fisheries, habitat, and coastal restoration projects, funding is required. To accomplish these goals in 1998, the RFRI was established as a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity. All donations are tax deductible.
Managing the future of fishing in Louisiana is a monumental task and in order for the RFRI to tackle fisheries, habitat, and coastal restoration projects, funding is required. To accomplish these goals in 1998, the RFRI was established as a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity. All donations are tax deductible.
Marsh & Bayou
MAY 2022 // VOLUME 23 // ISSUE 260
How one man’s passion is changing the future of fishing one program at a time.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT WINNERS
Dr. Guy Harvey
Guy Harvey Foundation, 2022 RFRI Lifetime Achievement Award in Marine Conservation.
Bill Shedd
Owner AFTCO, 2023 RFRI Lifetime Achievement Award in Marine Conservation.
Recreational Fisheries Research Institute, Inc.
Listen to Randy Pausina on the Seaux Salty Podcast
A Marine Biologist’s Journey in preserving the Gulf’s Ecosystems
OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
GREG WEST
Chairman
Owner West Plumbing
VINCENT WYNNE
Vice Chair
Partner, Wynne & Goux Attorneys at Law
KLEO BLUE
Secretary /Treasurer
Vice President,
Faux Pas Prints & Founder Faux Pas Lodge Invitation Rodeo
KYLE CATALANO
Board Member
Owner, Team Title
PATRICK FITZMORRIS
Board Member
Managing Director,
AZBY Fund & Charter Captain;TAG Ambassador
AZBY Fund & Charter Captain;TAG Ambassador
GREG KELLER
Board Member
Founder & Manager,
Greg Keller Foundation
Greg Keller Foundation
CHALIN DELAUNE
Board Member
Vice President, Tommy’s Seafood; Member Shrimp & Crab Task Forces & Louisiana Seafood Board
CAMP MATENS
Board Member
Executive Board & Government Affairs, Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) Louisiana; Executive Board, CCA National
WOULD YOU LIKE TO SUPPORT US?
ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE.
Managing the future of fishing in Louisiana is a monumental task and in order for the RFRI to tackle fisheries, habitat, and coastal restoration projects, funding is required. Your contributions will greatly protect, enhance and maintain the Gulf Coast Marine Fishery through science, education and public involvement.
