The data gathered though this effort is vital in estimating billfish age, growth, movement, distribution and stock structure. Some research requires the collection of data on a continuing basis. The Release Certificate Program is TBF's way of recognizing anglers and captains who release their billfish throughout the year.
Anglers receive a Release Certificate for each release.
At the end of the year we total the number of releases by species for each captain and each angler. The worldwide Top Release Angler and Captain is selected and honored with a beautiful trophy that is presented at our awards ceremony. Just check the box on the tagging report card. The Billfish Foundation has spent the past six years developing this new tag and response to the overall project has been overwhelmingly positive. We have incorporated many new ideas and concepts.