
You don't have to live near salt water to help us conserve our coasts.


Who We Are
The Coastal Conservation Association is a dynamic organization with more than 200 local chapters and 100,000 members nationwide. CCA was founded by saltwater anglers to help conserve, promote and enhance the availability of coastal and ocean resources and habitat for present and future generations.
Bridging Coast and Country
Since early 2014, we have worked diligently to establish and advance CCA’s first non-coastal state chapter in Nashville. Even though we may not reside on the coast—we do treasure our coastal and ocean resources and saltwater fishing. Part of that love is actually participating in the sport, but another component is sharing the passion for saltwater fishing and our love for the coast with family, friends and others…and perhaps, giving back a little along the way.

Music City Chapter News

8th Annual Music City CCA Banquet
CCA Music City is proud to celebrate our8th Annual Banquet Benefiting Coastal Habitat and Conservation. Save the Date forMarch, 30, 2023 At The Loveless Barn

2017 Oyster Roast
Thank you to all who came out and participated in our 2017 Oyster Roast. Mother nature tried to throw us a curve ball with a

2017 Fly Fishing Film Tour
Our friends over at Fly South are holding a Fly Fishing Film Festival at Marathon Music Works on Thursday, March 9, 2017. Come on out
ASMFC Extends Emergency Action But Delays Updates to Striped Bass Rebuilding PlanThe Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Striped Bass Board Extends Emergency Regulations Yet Delays Action on Updating Coast-Wide Fishery Management Plan. The post ASMFC Extends Emergency Action But Delays Updates to Striped Bass Rebuilding Plan appeared first on Coastal Conservation Association.Aug 03 2023
Recreational Fishing Groups Endorse Virginia Petition to Restrict Depth of Industrial Menhaden Fishing NetsThe post Recreational Fishing Groups Endorse Virginia Petition to Restrict Depth of Industrial Menhaden Fishing Nets appeared first on Coastal Conservation Association.Aug 02 2023
Commerce Department Announces Regional Fishery Management Council Appointments“It takes a commitment from serious people to properly manage something as valued and cherished as the nation’s marine resources, and we appreciate everyone who seeks to fulfill these roles on the fishery management councils,” - Patrick Murray, president of Coastal Conservation Association The post Commerce Department Announces Regional Fishery Management Council Appointments appeared first…Jun 28 2023
Recreational Fishing and Boating Community Opposes Vessel Speed Restrictions in the Gulf of MexicoThe leading organizations representing recreational fishing and boating in the United States urged the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to reject a petition to establish a year-round 10-knot (11 mph) vessel speed limit and other vessel-related measures in the Rice’s whale “core” habitat area in the Gulf of Mexico. The post Recreational Fishing and…Jun 22 2023
Recreational Community Comments on Gulf Proposed Vessel Speed Restriction RuleThis letter provides our response to NOAA Fisheries’ request for comments on the Rice’s whale petition for rulemaking in the Gulf of Mexico. The post Recreational Community Comments on Gulf Proposed Vessel Speed Restriction Rule appeared first on Coastal Conservation Association.Jun 21 2023
Conservation Community Calls for Task Force on SharksBy implementing efforts to minimize interactions between sharks and anglers, the SHARKED Act will advance conservation for the benefit of sharks, anglers, fisheries and the economy. The post Conservation Community Calls for Task Force on Sharks appeared first on Coastal Conservation Association.Jun 14 2023
Recreational Angling Community Supports Youth Coastal Fishing Program Act88% of current fishing participants fished before the age of 12, highlighting the importance of being exposed to fishing at a young age. Not only does spending time outdoors fishing provide health benefits, but research has shown that participants in outdoor recreation place higher importance on environmental values and stand as stronger conservation stewards. The…Jun 08 2023
New Striped Bass Regulations Aimed at Addressing Conservation ConcernsStriped bass are extremely important to coastal communities along the Atlantic and the entire fishing economy, estimated to generate $7.8 billion annually in economic output. The post New Striped Bass Regulations Aimed at Addressing Conservation Concerns appeared first on Coastal Conservation Association.May 04 2023

A.D. Maddox
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Aftco
Andy Miller
Angry Eagle Lodge & Outfitters
Bebo Art
Bird Dog Whiskey
Black Abbey
Blue Chair Bay Rum
CCA Florida
CCA TX
Costa del Mar
David & Linda Rue
Dee Jernigan
Do All Outdoors & John Faber
Engel Coolers
Franklin Synergy Bank
Fin-Nor Reels
Fishing Nosara
FlySouth
Hillwood Country Club
Igloo CoolersImagis
Intermedia Outdoors
James Conner
John Skarda Art
Life View Outdoors
Mark Wakefield
Mudbug Merchandise
Orca Coolers
Paddle Up Tennessee
Pointer Wingshooting,
Brad Kayholm & Mosquito Lagoon Fish Camp
Polar Bear Coolers
Redrum Sportfishing
Scott Edwards
Shimano
Simms Fishing Products
Strike King
Todd Bricker
Vineyard Vines
Whiddon & Associates
Wright Taylor