Responding to the impacts of COVID, transitioning to new survey and data standards, and expanding data collection are among the Marine Recreational Information Program’s priorities for the coming year.
NOAA Fisheries’ Marine Recreational Information Program implements a national network of recreational fishing surveys. The Fishing Effort Survey uses the Weather and Outdoor Activity Survey to gather information about the number of trips anglers take in…
These communication products help explain how recreational fishing data are collected, how recreational catch estimates are produced, and how these estimates support sustainable fishing.
The Marine Recreational Information Program’s Modern Fish Act investment funds will support regional data collection priorities and the implementation of specialized state surveys.
Dr. Cody will oversee the coordination and implementation of commercial and recreational fisheries data collection, information management, and research.
