Every year fishermen spend more than $7 billion and the sport fishing industry provides for more than one million jobs.  The multiplier effect of these industries provides for billions of dollars in economic activity to the U.S. economy.

Clearly, healthy fisheries greatly benefit all of us.  These valuable resources must be managed to ensure that their benefits are sustainable.

NMFS is committed to the goal of providing for increased recreational fishing opportunities nationwide through the conservation, restoration, and enhancement of marine systems and fish populations, increasing fishing access, education and outreach, and increasing partnership opportunities. 

Listed below are links to programs that provide fishery statistics from recreational fishing in the Southeast Region.  Click on each item for a description of the program, and where the data can be accessed.