Today, Correct Craft announced significant expansions at two new facilities impacting four of its brands: Nautique Boats, Supreme Boats, Ingenity, and Watershed Innovation. Correct Craft purchased a 300,000 square foot manufacturing plant across the street from its Central Florida factory where Nautique currently operates. Nautique will use this facility to increase its capacity in 2021....
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Abu Garcia Turns 100
Famed fishing-equipment maker celebrates a century of success in 2021 with a host of activities and promotions spread throughout its anniversary year. COLUMBIA, S.C. A lot has changed over the past century, but in the sport of fishing, one brand has remained a mainstay for serious anglers worldwide who require innovative and high-quality...
Southwick Associates Welcomes Lou Cornicelli
FERNANDINA BEACH, FL -Southwick Associates is pleased to announce Dr. Lou Cornicelli has joined Southwick Associates as a Senior Analyst. With 28 years of experience working for state fish and wildlife agencies, Lou provides Southwick Associates with increased ability help its conservation and outdoor clients find answers and solutions to challenging issues. “The challenges facing...
Terry Bolton Joins Jenko Fishing Pro Staff
Jenko Fishing announced the addition of MLF Big 5 Pro Angler Terry Bolton to it’s bass fishing pro staff! A 25-year veteran of professional fishing, Bolton’s incredible knowledge and experience in tackle and technique will prove to be an invaluable asset to Jenko product development moving forward. Bolton has amassed more than $1.3 million in career...
Editor’s Note: No Wires on Monday, Jan. 18
The Fishing Wire newsletter will not publish on Monday, Jan. 18 as we observe the federal holiday for Martin Luther King Day. Releases received after 5 p.m. Central Time on Thursday, Jan. 15 will not appear in the newsletter until Tuesday, Jan. 19. Frank Sargeant, Editor The Fishing Wire www.thefishingwire.com
Everest Forms Philanthropic Partnership with Adaptive Training Foundation
Everest, the nation’s first, online multi-merchant marketplace for the outdoor recreation community is proud to announce that they have formed a new partnership with Adaptive Training Foundation through their philanthropic program, Everest Gives Back. The multi-faceted program will provide charitable contributions and generate awareness for the organization. “Adaptive Training Foundation is changing the lives...
Editor’s Note: No Wires on Monday
The Fishing Wire newsletter will not publish on Monday, Jan. 18 as we observe the federal holiday for Martin Luther King Day. Releases received after 5 p.m. Central Time on Thursday, Jan. 15 will not appear in the newsletter until Tuesday, Jan. 19. They will appear on the new website, www.thefishingwire.com, prior to the holiday,...
Mossback Fish Habitat Becomes Conservation Partner of MLF
Major League Fishing (MLF), the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization, announced today a sponsorship agreement with MossBack Fish Habitat, a full-line manufacturer of artificial habitat for fishing and fisheries management. MossBack Fish Habitat is now an official conservation partner of Major League Fishing and will be showcased throughout the 2021 tournament season. In addition to the...
Dockmate Remote Now Integrates with Most Marine Power Systems
Dockmate®, manufacturer of advanced wireless remote controls for yachts, announced today that it has developed an interface that allows complete compatibility with a wide variety of digital (CANbus) and analog engine and thruster controls. Additionally, they have custom-made splitter cables for easy connection to existing controls with plug-and-play simplicity. All boats with electronic engine controls...
ACA Announces Continued Partnership with AFTCO
The Association of Collegiate Anglers (ACA) is proud to announce AFTCO as a returning partner for the 2021 season of the Bass Pro Shops Collegiate Bass Fishing Series. As part of the continued support of collegiate fishing, AFTCO will also remain the title sponsor of the Collegiate Bass Open to be held on Lake Dardanelle in October 2021. AFTCO will also continue...