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Chris Bova @fisheconomist.bsky.social · Sep 5

“Pardon my French” was used literally.
#blueeconomy #madagascar

Chris Bova @fisheconomist.bsky.social · Aug 28

Yeah, the Eastern Cape is stunningly beautiful. Come check it out!

WRFC 11 South Africa @wrfc11.bsky.social · Aug 28

Joining us for WRFC 11 in the Eastern Cape? 🌊 Don’t just conference, explore the Eastern Cape! Beaches, mountains, safaris, food & culture await.

We know you'll love it as much as we do!

The Eastern Cape is more than just a host, it’s an experience.

#WRFC11 #EasternCape #SouthAfrica

Fall in Love with the Eastern Cape #ECYours2Explore

YouTube video by Eastern Cape Tourism

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WRFC 11 South Africa @wrfc11.bsky.social · Jul 29

3 days until WRFC 11 abstract submissions close.
Remember when you missed the last deadline? Yeah, that.
This is your shot at redemption.
Submit here before the clock runs out: www.wrfc11.com/abstracts
#WRFC11 #Fisheries #AcademicLife

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WRFC 11 South Africa @wrfc11.bsky.social · Jul 1

⏳ Remember when you didn't submit your abstract for #WRFC11 by June 30th? Lucky you, abstract submissions now extended until 31 July 2025! Share your research and join us in stunning Mpekweni, South Africa.
Submit here: wrfc11.com/abstracts
🎣 #WRFC11 #FisheriesScience #RecreationalFisheries

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Chris Bova @fisheconomist.bsky.social · Jun 23

The countdown to submit your abstract is on. Don’t miss your chance!

WRFC 11 South Africa @wrfc11.bsky.social · Jun 23

🚨 Just 7 days left to submit abstracts for the World Recreational Fishing Conference in South Africa!
Join the global community in Mpekweni
21–26 Feb 2026 🌍🎣
www.wrfc11.com/submit-abstr...
#WRFC11 #RecreationalFisheries #CallForAbstracts #FishScience #SouthAfrica

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WRFC 11 South Africa @wrfc11.bsky.social · Jun 19

Big News for WRFC 11! Prof. Steven J. Cooke (@sjcfishy.bsky.social ) from Carleton University, a global expert in applied fish ecology and catch-and-release research, joins us as a keynote speaker at WRFC 11 in Mpekweni, South Africa. #WRFC11
🔗 wrfc11.com/programme
11-days left to submit abstracts!

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WRFC 11 South Africa @wrfc11.bsky.social · Jun 12

WRFC11 Keynote Spotlight: Dr Valerio Sbragaglia @valeriosbra.bsky.social – integrative marine ecologist exploring the behavioural ecology of fish & fishers. From spearfishing roots to social media research, his work blends science & society. Catch him live at WRFC11 in South Africa! wrfc11.com

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Chris Bova @fisheconomist.bsky.social · May 20

Abstract submissions close 30 June 2025! Get them in!
www.wrfc11.com/abstracts
#recreationalfishing #WRFC11 #Recfishresearch

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WRFC 11 South Africa @wrfc11.bsky.social · May 20

🎣 Thinking about attending #WRFC11 in South Africa? Still on the fence?
This recent paper reflects on 30 years of global recreational fisheries conferences—and why they matter more than ever. A must-read for anyone invested in the future of the field. 🐟👇
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Three Decades of World Recreational Fishing Conferences: What Have We Learned About the Dynamics of Recreational Fisheries?

Recreational fishing extends beyond catching fish, by connecting individuals with nature, generating environmental stewards, and contributing to local, regional, and national economies. Multi- and in...

onlinelibrary.wiley.com

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WRFC 11 South Africa @wrfc11.bsky.social · May 7

🎣 Got research on fish, fishing, or fishers?
We’re calling for abstracts for WRFC11 – the world’s best rec fishing science meetup.
📍 South Africa, Feb 2026
📝 Bring your best work. Let’s talk fish.
www.wrfc11.com/abstracts
#WRFC11 #RecreationalFishing #FishScience #CallForAbstracts

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Chris Bova @fisheconomist.bsky.social · May 2

Save the dates!

WRFC 11 South Africa @wrfc11.bsky.social · May 2

🎣 Big fish, big ideas.
📍 South Africa
🗓️ 21–26 Feb 2026
The 11th World Recreational Fisheries Conference is casting off — and you’re on the hook.
#WRFC11 #FishingForTheFuture #RecreationalFisheries www.wrfc11.com

Chris Bova @fisheconomist.bsky.social · Dec 15

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Neil Renic @ncrenic.bsky.social · Dec 10

Just had an idea

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Chris Bova @fisheconomist.bsky.social · Dec 8

I would swallow my pride
I would choke on the rinds
But my cybertruck again has trapped me inside

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Chris Bova @fisheconomist.bsky.social · Dec 3

New publication alert! 🎉 Compliance in recreational fisheries is just as vital as the science behind the rules. For sustainability and accurate stock assessments, it’s time for researchers to prioritize understanding compliance. 🐟📖 #FisheriesResearch #Sustainability #OpenAccess

Tools for assessing recreational fisheries compliance—an underappreciated yet essential component of management - Reviews in Fish Biology and Fisheries

Despite extensive research on the importance and impacts of recreational fisheries, there is a shortage of information on regulatory compliance in the sector. While recreational fishing has economic a...

link.springer.com

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Chris Bova @fisheconomist.bsky.social · Nov 28

It’s your birthday already here in SA. Happy semi-centennial.

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Chris Bova @fisheconomist.bsky.social · Nov 25

Report from ICES Working Group on Recreational Fisheries Surveys, which I am part of.
🌊🎣 In 2023, we tackled survey methods, data quality, stock assessments, and more, with insights from global regions like Namibia, South Africa, and the UK.
#MRF
#FisheriesScience
#ICES

(PDF) Working Group on Recreational Fisheries Surveys

PDF | The role of the ICES Working Group on Recreational Fisheries Surveys (WGRFS) is to compile and validate data from European countries' recreational... | Find, read and cite all the research you n...

www.researchgate.net

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Chris Bova @fisheconomist.bsky.social · Nov 20

This list is a great idea. Feel free to add me to it!