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It's Women's History Month and we want to celebrate the women and girls who are making fishing history TODAY. Sound off in the comments below! ... See MoreSee Less
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On Saturday March 9, 2024, IGFA Chairman Roy Cronacher landed this 26.90-kilogram (59-pound, 5-ounce) swordfish on fly! With this fish Roy can potentially set the IGFA Men’s 10-kg (20 lb) Tippet Class World Record for the species. Roy was fishing off South Florida aboard his boat Gladiator captained by Tim Richardson when this potential record sword struck his fly. After battling the fish through the dark, the crew of the Gladiator were able to boat the swordfish and returned to the docks for an official weight on their certified scale. This record is currently pending and under review. ... See MoreSee Less
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“Michael may have opened the door, but Helen kicked it in.” On this International Women's Day, we're celebrating the legacy of trailblazer and IGFA co-founder Helen Lerner whose story resonates with the theme of breaking barriers and asserting one's place in spaces traditionally dominated by men. As a young woman in the 1940s, Helen defied societal norms by pursuing her passion for angling and quickly became a skilled and respected angler. Despite a penchant for seasickness, her talent and determination led to an impressive lineup of firsts for women, including:- The first to catch a bluefin tuna off the European continent- The first to catch nine tuna in one year- The first to catch a broadbill swordfish off Nova Scotia- The first to catch four different species of marlin But she didn't just leave behind records: beyond her phenomenal angling career, she leaves an impermeable legacy along with her husband Michael Lerner in founding the IGFA and advancing marine science.Today, as we celebrate International Women's Day and continue to observe Women's History Month, we reflect on Helen's remarkable journey. Let's continue to support and empower women to pursue their passions, just as Helen did, with courage and determination.Learn more about the path Helen paved for future generations of female anglers in this short film produced by our friends at Rapala: www.youtube.com/watch?v=EW4L9pNk_g4 ... See MoreSee Less
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