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Return ‘Em Right Expands to the South Atlantic, Bringing Free Release Gear and Training to Anglers in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia

Expansion Press ReleaseJuly 27, 2026

Media contact: — Nicholas Haddad, Return ‘Em Right program director, 352-327-1750, n.haddad@ufl.edu Return ‘Em Right, the angler-led program dedicated to improving fish survival after release, today announced its expansion into the South Atlantic, bringing conservation-focused education and release tools to reef fish anglers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida’s east coast. As recreational...

Return ‘Em Right Expands to the South Atlantic

Blogs Expansion South AtlanticJune 15, 2026

Advancing Healthier Fisheries Across the Southeast By: Nick Haddad Recreational fishing is a cornerstone of coastal communities, and responsible angling practices are essential to ensure the long-term sustainability of reef fish populations. One of the simplest efforts anglers can do to support healthy fisheries is to take care of the fish they release by giving...