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Coastal Conservation Association: From a Tackle Shop to Protecting Fish on Three Coasts

For nearly 50 years CCA has fought to protect the fish Contender owners chase. Here’s how conservation and advocacy built the fishery you fish today.

Contender Boats donated a 24S to WAVS to test AI whale detection, protecting North Atlantic right whales while supporting fishing and boating access.

After years of one-day seasons, South Atlantic states take steps toward local red snapper management and longer fishing access.

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