Meet Our Sponsors
FORGING NEW HORIZONS IN FISHERIES: COLLABORATIVE EXCELLENCE
At RFRI, our commitment to uncovering the secrets of the aquatic realm is unmatched. But we understand that collaboration magnifies impact. That’s why we’re proud to work with our sponsors who are leading brands and experts in the field.
Family owned and operated, the American Fishing Tackle Company (AFTCO) represents unparalleled quality, performance, and reliability when it counts most.
AFTCO reflects a legacy of firsts. From former company Chairman Milt Shedd’s pioneering conservation achievements, to the invention of the roller guide and the introduction of the world’s first pair of true fishing shorts, AFTCO provides conservation leadership and delivers products proven to deliver performance on the water. Our passion for the outdoors extends beyond our product catalog thanks to an unwavering commitment to help protect fishing resources and angler rights. Through our 10% Pledge to Protect and Conserve, your purchase of any AFTCO product directly supports conservation initiatives.
YETI is a global designer, retailer, and distributor of innovative outdoor products.
In 2006, YETI Coolers was founded with a simple mission: build a cooler to be used every day if it existed. One that was built for the serious outdoor enthusiast rather than for the mass-discount retailers. One that could take the abuse it needed to out in the field and on the water. One that simply wouldn’t break. YETI decided early on that product innovation would come from necessity and firsthand experience – not from market research and data analysis. Today, YETI products perform when it matters most - whether that be an excursion into the remote Alaskan wilderness, chasing redfish on the Gulf Coast, or just getting together with friends in the backyard.
Family owned and operated, the American Fishing Tackle Company (AFTCO) represents unparalleled quality, performance, and reliability when it counts most.
Shimano, Inc., originally Shimano Iron Works and later Shimano Industries, Inc., is a Japanese multinational manufacturing company for cycling components, fishing tackle, and rowing equipment, who also produced golf supplies until 2005 and snowboarding gear until 2008. Named after founder Shozaburo Shimano and headquartered in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, the company has 32 consolidated and 11 unconsolidated subsidiaries, with the primary manufacturing plants based in Kunshan (China), Malaysia and Singapore.
Peter Dornau co-founded the Company in 1973 around a single product, Star brite® Auto Polish.
This polish revolutionized the industry through its advertising programs such as the now famous Star brite® commercials which included the “Junkyard Test” where an automobile selected from a junk yard was transformed into a vehicle of beauty in minutes utilizing Star brite® Polish. Over time a greatly expanded line of products were developed around the polish to maintain the appearance of vehicles. Despite its early success, in the mid-80’s the Company began shifting its product line focus into the wide open boat care and appearance market. Now, nearly twenty years later, the Star brite® brand is the nationally known standard for boat appearance and care.
Guy Harveyis a Jamaican marine wildlife artist and conservationist.
Founded in 2008, the Foundation is an organization of philanthropists, conservationists, scientists, and educators focused on developing sensible strategies for promoting the conservation of our oceans and nurturing the next generation of marine scientists and guardians of our seas. It is a mission of the Foundation to ensure that future generations benefit from a naturally balanced marine ecosystem. Whether training future scientists or advocates for the oceans, the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation will fund education programs to help children and young adults understand their role in conserving our oceans.
CCAs purpose is to advise and educate the public on conservation of marine resources.
CCA Louisiana is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of Louisiana's marine resources. Founded in 1983, CCA Louisiana (then GCCA) has been instrumental in banning gill nets in state waters, establishing redfish as a gamefish and ensuring good stewardship of Louisiana's coastal resources. The objective of CCA is to conserve, promote and enhance the present and future availability of these coastal resources for the benefit and enjoyment of the general public.
CSP aims to maximize opportunity for saltwater anglers by gathering recreational fishing stakeholders to shape federal fisheries conservation and management decisions.
THE POLITICAL ARM OF MARINE CONSERVATION The Center for Sportfishing Policy brings under a single umbrella the leading advocates for marine recreational fishing and boating to promote good stewardship of our nation’s marine resources with the broad ability to pursue a more direct political strategy. Our mission is to maximize the opportunity for saltwater anglers by engaging stakeholders to speak with one voice to shape federal fisheries policy.
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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.
