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New Initiative Empowers Women in Costa Rica’s Sport Fishing Industry

Published by The Tico Times The Women’s Nautical School and the Costa Rican Federation of Tourist Fishing (FECOP) have launched the 2024 nautical school out of Playa Flamingo for women…

Deputy files denuncia against Incopesca’s attempt to enable live bait fishing in Costa Rica’s Golfo Dulce

Kattia Cambronero Aguiluz reported that Incopesca intends to carry out an investigation with 40 longline vessels in Golfito. By Alonso Martinez Published by https://delfino.cr/ Translated by Google (see original) The…

Diputada denuncia intento de Incopesca para habilitar nuevamente la pesca de carnada viva

Reported by Por Alonso Martinez por Delfino.Cr Kattia Cambronero Aguiluz denunció que Incopesca pretende realizar una investigación con 40 embarcaciones de palangre en Golfito. La diputada del Partido Liberal Progresista…

Local Kids in Quepos Get Their “Passports to Fishing” With Global IGFA Youth Program

FECOP Collaborates with the IGFA on new program designed to teach kids about fishing and conservation Hands on learning tools support new youth education initiative Marina Pez Vela, Costa Rica…

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Sailfish: Eating the Goose that Lays the Golden Eggs

(Translated by Google Translate) Recreational fishing in Costa Rica, which includes sport and tourist fishing, is a great generator of employment and development in our coastal communities, supporting nearly 33…

Pez vela: comiéndonos la gallina de los huevos de oro

La pesca recreativa en Costa Rica, que incluye pesca deportiva y turística, es un gran generador de empleo y desarrollo en nuestras comunidades costeras, sosteniendo cerca de 33 mil empleos…

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FECOP Promotes the Blue Economy with the Women’s Nautical School in Costa Rica

Women’s Nautical School a Highlight of “Immersed in Change” Event Focusing on The  Blue Economy San Jose, Costa Rica June 7-8, San Jose Costa Rica FECOP is proud to highlight…

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Dozens of Sailfish and Marlin Found Dead in the Waters of Golfo Dulce As a Consequence of Illegal Fishing

The Southern Zone Sport Fishing Council revealed that dozens of sailfish and marlin were found dead in Golfo Dulce waters. Members of the Council denounce that these deaths are evidence…

Escuela Náutica Femenina abre matricula para programa de formación en pesca turística en Flamingo

Curso tiene cupo limitado de 15 cupos y la inscripción se debe completar antes del 15 de mayo. La Escuela Náutica Femenina anunció la apertura de matrícula para su programa…

FECOP’s First Annual Blue Carpet Event Highlights The Benefits of Fishing Tourism in Costa Rica

A tribute to innovation, sustainability and commitment to the development of fishing tourism in Costa Rica “The Blue Carpet, A Night of Premieres” Courtesy/La Republica Costa Rica Editorial La República|…