There was a heartwarming re-homing for a school of over 60 tarpon this fall compliments of the Bonefish & Tarpon Trust (BTT). Concerned anglers called the Coral Gables, Florida-headquartered conservation organization about an isolated and rapidly draining pond on a site slated for development near Tarpon Springs. With permission of the developer and property owner,…
Calling all anglers, scientists, conservationists and fishing industry representatives! The Coral Gables, Florida-headquartered Bonefish & Tarpon Trust (BTT) hosts its 6th International Science Symposium on November 10 to 11, at the Bonaventure Resort and Spa, in Weston, Florida. This global gathering also kicks off the BTT’s 20th anniversary celebration. “One of the highlights of the…
The Bahamas is world-renown as an excellent bonefish fishery. In fact, the fishery is so popular for traveling anglers that the annual economic impact of the fishery exceeds $141 million. Yet the fishery will remain healthy only if the habitats remain healthy. As part of the Bahamas Initiative, BTT has been working with the Fisheries…
Johnny Morris pledges $100k lead gift on behalf of Bass Pro Shops A picturesque spring sunset over the flats was the backdrop for the inaugural Bonefish and Tarpon Trust George Hommell Jr. Florida Keys Habitat Fundraiser, held at World Wide Sportsman in Islamorada, FL. Conservation-minded anglers, guides and friends gathered on the beach to celebrate…
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of George Hommell Jr., one of the founding members of the Bonefish and Tarpon Trust. George will be remembered as one of the pioneers of fly fishing in the Florida Keys as well as one of the early champions of fishing conservation, and leaves behind…
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission voted unanimously to pass the Boca Grande jig ban at its September 5 vote. The jig issue has been hotly debated over the past few years between bait and jig fishermen. The final vote was passed relatively quickly and with little opposition, as most people present at this…