For November, CFSA has two new presenters - Nick Haddad from Return 'em Right and Zach Coldsnow from Fishin' Prints. Learn how to return those Red Snappers with fewer barotrauma losses and how to capture Gyotak custom images of your catch - affordable Taxidermy.
Return 'Em Right - Nick Haddad
"Nick Haddad is the Sustainable Fisheries Communications Manager for Florida Sea Grant and Return 'Em Right. Nick grew up in Pennsylvania where he developed a passion for fishing and the outdoors at a young age. That passion led him to pursue a career in marine science, fisheries research and education in the recreational fishing industry. While studying marine biology at the University of Tampa, he immersed himself in saltwater fishing, particularly redfish, speckled trout, tarpon, and snook. Later, in Louisiana for graduate school, he honed his skills in inshore fishing. His past position as the Angler Recognition Coordinator for the International Game Fish Association (IGFA) strengthened his connections to the sport fishing industry around the world while maintaining a role in fisheries science and conservation. He currently manages education, outreach and communications for Return 'Em Right, a program that provides free training and gear to improve the survival of released reef fish. With 25 years of angling experience, fishing remains central to his life.
Nick holds a M.S. in Renewable Natural Resources concentrated in Fisheries and Aquaculture Management from Louisiana State University and a B.S. in Marine Biology from the University of Tampa. He is currently an IGFA Representative and serves on the Gulf Council's Education and Outreach Technical Committee."
Fishin Prints - Zach Coldsnow
Zach Coldsnow Is the owner behind Fishin' Prints. He is a lifelong angler and has the opportunity to fish waters all over the world. From the Bahamas to the Kenai River up in Alaska, growing up all over has allowed him to experience waters all over the world. Specializing in providing DIY Gyotaku Fish Printing Kits. His unique product takes the traditional art of gyotaku, which is difficult in nature due to the materials used in the process, and turns it into a printing press for the average person to be able to print the fish they catch. Using cloth specifically sourced for the process and food grade cuttlefish ink which is actually an ingredient in squid ink pasta (it is meant to be consumed!) so you are able to fillet and eat your fish after. By creating this unique ready-to-print kit accessible to all, Zach encourages conservation, creativity, and a deeper appreciation for fisheries around the world!
www.fishinprints.net
CFSA has also started a new member drive: through the end of December. Get a ticket for each newbie you bring in- there will be a drawing in January for a Daiwa electric reel and bent butt rod combo. Also- new memberships will run until the end of our 2026 year.
6:30 - Member discussions
7:00 - Program start
Monthly raffle - great prizes included Premium rod/reel combo
Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20
Bring a guest and get a free raffle ticket!
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