RBFF & Outdoor Foundation Release Fishing/Boating Report
07/28/2010
The 2010 Special Report on Fishing and Boating, conducted by the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation and The Outdoor Foundation, provides key insights into boating and fishing participation patterns, as well as detailed information on participation by gender, age, ethnicity, income, education and region.
Findings revealed that of the 48 million anglers in the U.S., 41 million are participating in freshwater fishing, an increase of two percent from last year. Other key findings include: (1) Fishing is recognized as the top "gateway" activity, spurring involvement in other outdoor interests; (2) Nearly 10 million outdoor enthusiasts are considering boat ownership; (3) 'Next-gen' anglers, those under 18 years of age, make up more than 23 percent of all fishing participants.
The report features valuable information to help stakeholders shape their future marketing and education programs and includes important insight into motivating not only youth, but also adult participation in fishing and boating.
