Sustaining Florida's Aquatic Life Today For Future Generations
About FL Fishery Foundation
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
At FL Fishery Foundation, our mission is to protect and preserve the environment for future generations. We work towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions, conserving natural resources, and promoting sustainable living practices.
Our Story
Our Mission
Our Mission
Founded in 1998, FL Fishery Foundation was created in response to the growing environmental concerns of the time. Since then, we have been dedicated to making a positive impact on the planet through advocacy, education, and community engagement.
Our Team
Our Mission
Our Team
Our team is made up of passionate professionals who are committed to environmental protection. We have experts in sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, and environmental policy who work together to achieve our mission.
Meet Our Board Members
George Halper
George Halper
George Halper
Founder/President
20yr Charter Captain of Pine Island Sound
Goals:
Bring Saltwater Fish Hatcheries to SWFL
Clean SWFL waters with Oysters
Educating the Youth Water and Fish Conservation
Peggy Light
George Halper
George Halper
Vice President
Board Member of Save the Redwoods
Advisor for Funds for People in Parks
Avid Fishermen - Fished in over 20 countries!
Goals:
Cleaning SWFL waters
Restocking Fish populations in SWFL
Educating the Youth Water and Fish Conservation
Brian Lewis
George Halper
Edward Stein
Treasurer
MBA/CPA
Avid Fisherman, Cyclist, Outdoorsman
Goals:
Advocating for local fish hatcheries in SWFL
Water and Fish/Wildlife Conservation
Edward Stein
Robert Wenrich
Edward Stein
Executive Vice President
President - flyfishingtraveler.com
Past President - Illinois Steelheaders
Avid Fly Fisherman - Fished in over 40 Countries
Goals:
Advocating for local fish hatcheries in SWFL
Water and Fish/Wildlife Conservation
Restocking Fish Populations in SWFL
Robert Wenrich
Robert Wenrich
Robert Wenrich
Director of Marketing
10yr Scout Leader, Marketer
Avid Fisherman, Scout Leader, Wildlife Lover
Goals:
Advocating for local fish hatcheries in SWFL
Water and Fish/Wildlife Conservation
To teach and enable our future generations of youth about water and wildlife conservation.