Recreational fishing is a vibrant part of America's outdoor tradition. This dynamic activity promotes wellness, fosters bonding with family and friends and forges a deep connection with nature, particularly with America's expansive waterways. But whether fishing on lakes, rivers, streams or seas; from shorelines, boats or embankments; nearly 46 million Americans are simply united by a love of fishing.
Conducted by Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) and the Outdoor Foundation, this report provides detailed information on participation by gender, age, ethnicity, income, education and geographic region.