A growing workforce
Speaking at the event, President Claude Roustan declared that the fishing association was doing well. Indeed, membership figures for 2023 have risen by 2%, with an increase of almost 15% in the 12-18 age group. Good news for the future of recreational fishing.
And he vehemently assured us that "recreational fishing will never be banned in France!
New partnerships
In addition to membership development, the Fédération Nationale de la Pêche en France has set up a partnership with Gifap to organize a major fishing festival to be held in Nantes from May 23 to 25, 2025. The festival will cover all fishing techniques and will be of interest to all anglers.
In addition, the FNPF has decided to set up a partnership with the FFPS (Fédération Française des Pêches Sportives) to organize Junior Fishing Tours aimed at tomorrow's anglers. It's a great initiative that will enable young anglers to meet up with other more experienced anglers in a friendly atmosphere. These events are due to start in September 2024, with the support of the vast majority of the Fédérations Départementales.
Other projects to keep fishing alive
To further the development of fishing in France, the FNPF will also be taking part in the Salon des maires at the end of the year. This initiative will provide an opportunity to meet with local elected representatives, highlight the importance of the various river networks and promote the work of the AAPPMAs and the various departmental federations.
Another important point raised by Claude Roustan was the importance of associations in fishing. Today, fishing in France represents more than 40,000 volunteers, who devote themselves to their passion every day. Volunteer work is vital to the future and development of fishing, and the FNPF is committed to ensuring its continued existence.
Associative fishing is doing well, but we must always be on our guard and look to the future. All FNPF teams are working hard to achieve this.
