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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…

Immersed in Action Event
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…

In Memoriam:  IGFA Representative and Barry M. Fitzpatrick Conservation Awardee, Todd Staley

The IGFA joins the sport fishing community in mourning the recent loss of IGFA Representative and Barry M. Fitzpatrick Conservation Awardee, Todd Staley, a beloved figure in the world of…

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|…

Master Kayak Fishing Tournament Costa Rica
Costa Rica’s Largest Catch and Release Kayak Fishing Tournament Draws Eighty Plus Anglers to Isla Venado

Making a Big Splash: Kayak Master Tournament on Isla Venado draws 80 anglers to enjoy catch and release fishing via kayak Puntarenas, April 14 (elmundo.cr) – This weekend, Isla Venado…

FECOP Uses NASA Tech to Help Coastal Communities Keep Fisheries Safe

Helping Coastal Communities Keep Fisheries Safe Dr. Marina Marrari Featured on Nasa’s Website as an  Early Adopter of  PACE technology to monitor ocean health Pictured – The paisley pattern of…

Dead Sailfish from Illegal Fishing in Guatemala
Guatemala Sets The Gold Standard For Sailfish Conservation – Costa Rica Should Do The Same

The consumption, trade and capture of sailfish are explicitly prohibited by law. / Photo: Army Setting the Gold Standard for Sailfish Conservation There is a reason anglers flock to Guatemala…

Costa Rica Celebrates International Women’s Day

The Rise of Women in Costa Rica’s Sport Fishing Industry Today is International Women’s Day and Costa Rica has a big reason to celebrate! Over the last several years FECOP…

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Costa Rica and NASA Unite Against Red Tides

Pulished for The Tico Times In a groundbreaking collaboration, Costa Rica has joined forces with NASA’s PACE space mission, launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, United States. The…