USAngling Values, Vision, & Mission
Advancing Fishing, Conservation, Education, and Competitive Angling
USAngling exists to support and develop anglers through ethical competition, fishing education, conservation, and responsible outdoor leadership. As the national organization for international competitive angling in the United States, USAngling helps connect grassroots fishing communities with national and World Championship opportunities.
Through youth development, environmental stewardship, outdoor education, and international competition pathways, USAngling works to strengthen the future of fishing and angling for generations to come.
Our organization believes fishing is more than a sport. Fishing creates opportunities for learning, leadership, conservation, community connection, and lifelong outdoor experience.
Our Values
What USAngling Stands For
USAngling is guided by integrity, sportsmanship, conservation, and respect for people, wildlife, and waterways. Our values shape every part of our organization, from youth fishing programs and community outreach to elite international competition.
We believe fishing and angling should promote:
- Fair competition and ethical behavior
- Respect for fellow anglers and local communities
- Conservation and environmental stewardship
- Safe fishing and responsible outdoor recreation
- Leadership, mentorship, and teamwork
- Inclusion and access to outdoor opportunities
- Respect for clean waters, fish habitats, and natural resources
USAngling also embraces the spirit of international cooperation and cultural exchange through competitive angling. We believe fishing has the power to connect people across communities, generations, and nations through shared outdoor experience and mutual respect.
Our values are not just ideas — they guide how we lead programs, support athletes, educate youth, protect waterways, and represent the United States around the world.
Our Vision
Building the Future of Fishing and Angling
USAngling envisions a future where fishing and angling continue to grow through education, conservation, outdoor ethics, and responsible competition.
We see a future where:
- Youth and families have greater access to fishing education and outdoor experiences
- Anglers serve as leaders in conservation and environmental stewardship
- Communities are strengthened through outdoor recreation and mentorship
- Competitive angling promotes sportsmanship, integrity, and international friendship
- Freshwater fishing, fly fishing, and saltwater fishing remain sustainable for future generations
- Clean waters, healthy ecosystems, and fish habitats are protected through responsible stewardship
USAngling believes anglers should not only compete successfully, but also serve as ambassadors for conservation, outdoor ethics, and positive community leadership.
Our vision is to create a stronger future for fishing by connecting education, environmental responsibility, competition, and lifelong outdoor participation.
Our Mission
What USAngling Does Every Day
USAngling advances competitive angling, fishing education, conservation, and outdoor leadership throughout the United States and internationally. We support athletes, youth, volunteers, families, coaches, educators, and community partners who share a commitment to ethical fishing, environmental stewardship, and responsible outdoor recreation.
Our mission includes:
- Supporting fair and ethical competition
- Expanding youth fishing and outdoor education programs
- Promoting conservation and environmental stewardship
- Encouraging safe fishing and outdoor responsibility
- Developing athlete pathways for national and international competition
- Providing leadership and mentorship opportunities
- Building stronger fishing communities through education and outreach
- Protecting waterways and aquatic ecosystems for future generations
Through education, mentorship, international collaboration, and hands-on outdoor experience, USAngling helps anglers build skills, confidence, leadership, and respect for nature.
What USAngling Does Every Day
USAngling advances competitive angling, fishing education, conservation, and outdoor leadership throughout the United States and internationally. We support athletes, youth, volunteers, families, coaches, educators, and community partners who share a commitment to ethical fishing, environmental stewardship, and responsible outdoor recreation.
Our mission includes:
- Supporting fair and ethical competition
- Expanding youth fishing and outdoor education programs
- Promoting conservation and environmental stewardship
- Encouraging safe fishing and outdoor responsibility
- Developing athlete pathways for national and international competition
- Providing leadership and mentorship opportunities
- Building stronger fishing communities through education and outreach
- Protecting waterways and aquatic ecosystems for future generations
Through education, mentorship, international collaboration, and hands-on outdoor experience, USAngling helps anglers build skills, confidence, leadership, and respect for nature.
Our programs support individuals at every stage of their fishing journey — from introductory family fishing experiences and youth education programs to World Championship competition and international representation.
A Commitment to Conservation, Education, and Outdoor Leadership
Protecting the Future of Fishing
USAngling believes the future of fishing depends on education, conservation, and responsible outdoor participation. Every program, partnership, event, and competition is designed to support healthy waterways, ethical angling practices, and positive outdoor experiences.
We are committed to:
- Teaching conservation-minded fishing practices
- Promoting outdoor ethics and environmental awareness
- Supporting clean waters and sustainable fisheries
- Encouraging stewardship of lakes, rivers, streams, and coastal environments
- Building inclusive pathways into fishing and outdoor recreation
- Creating lifelong opportunities for participation, leadership, and service
Through this commitment, USAngling helps ensure that fishing, conservation, and outdoor recreation remain strong, accessible, and environmentally responsible for generations to come.
Together We Advance the Future of Angling
USAngling brings together athletes, volunteers, educators, conservation leaders, families, and communities through a shared passion for fishing, outdoor experience, and environmental stewardship.
Together, we are building:
- stronger anglers
- stronger communities
- healthier waterways
- responsible outdoor leaders
- and a stronger future for fishing and competitive angling worldwide.