Fishing, Hunting and Trapping Trade Associations

Alaska Longline Fishermen’s Association (ALFA)

Sitka-based trade group of small-boat commercial fishermen advocating for science-based, sustainable longline fisheries and viable coastal communities.

https://www.alfafish.org Membership: 100

Alaska Marine Conservation Council (AMCC)

Statewide coalition of fishermen, coastal residents, and small businesses that advances policy to sustain Alaska’s oceans and working waterfronts.

https://www.akmarine.org Membership: 900

American Fly Fishing Trade Association (AFFTA)

Industry association uniting fly-fishing brands, retailers, lodges/outfitters and guides to grow the sport and support advocacy, education, and market insights.

https://affta.org Membership: 600

American Sportfishing Association (ASA)

National trade association for the recreational fishing business (tackle makers, retailers, media and more) that produces ICAST and leads policy advocacy.

https://asafishing.org Membership: 800

Archery Trade Association (ATA)

Trade association for the archery and bowhunting industry (manufacturers, distributors, retailers, ranges) providing standards, market access via the ATA Show, and advocacy.

https://archerytrade.org Membership: 600

Association of Marina Industries (AMI)

U.S. marina industry trade group providing training/certification, advocacy, research and business services for marina, boatyard and harbor operators and suppliers.

https://marinaassociation.org Membership: 1,000

Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS)

The nation’s largest recreational boating advocacy and services association supporting boaters, marinas and marine businesses with policy, safety, and benefits.

https://www.boatus.com Membership: 740,645

Fishing Communities Coalition (FCC)

Alliance of community-based commercial fishing organizations from Maine to Alaska that collectively advocates for sustainable management and thriving fishing economies.

https://fishingcommunitiescoalition.org Membership: 1,000

Freezer Longline Coalition (FLC)

Sector trade group for the Alaska/Bering Sea freezer longline cod fleet; coordinates sustainability initiatives and cooperative management among member companies.

https://www.freezerlonglinecoalition.com Membership: 9

Hawaii Longline Association (HLA)

Trade association representing Hawaii’s federally managed longline tuna and swordfish fleet; leads on compliance, monitoring and market access.

https://www.hawaiilongline.org Membership: 150

Maine Lobstermen’s Association (MLA)

Oldest and largest East Coast lobster industry trade group; provides regulatory advocacy, legal defense, communications and member services for Maine’s lobster fishery.

https://www.mainelobstermen.org Membership: 1,200

Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA)

Dealers’ trade group for boat, engine and accessory retailers and service providers; delivers training, market data, advocacy and the annual Dealer Week.

https://www.mraa.com Membership: 3,500

National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW)

Wholesale/distribution and manufacturer trade association for the shooting sports channel; runs the NASGW Expo and SCOPE industry data platform.

https://nasgw.org Membership: 350

National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)

North American recreational boating manufacturers’ trade association; provides certification, market research, Discover Boating marketing, shows, and policy advocacy.

https://www.nmma.org Membership: 1,300

National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF)

Firearm, hunting and shooting sports industry’s trade association; provides compliance resources, SHOT Show, market research, safety programs and government relations.

https://www.nssf.org Membership: 10,000

National Trappers Association (NTA)

National trade association representing trappers and state affiliates; advances ethical, science-based furbearer management, education, and legislative advocacy.

https://www.nationaltrappers.com Membership: 9,000

Pacific Coast Federation of Fishermen’s Associations (PCFFA)

Umbrella trade federation for West Coast commercial fishermen; leads litigation and policy advocacy on habitat, access, water, and fishery management issues.

https://www.pcffa.org Membership: 14

Pacific Seafood Processors Association (PSPA)

Trade association of major Alaska/Washington seafood processing companies; focuses on sustainability, responsible management, workforce and supply-chain competitiveness.

https://www.pspafish.net Membership: 11

United Cook Inlet Drift Association (UCIDA)

Cook Inlet drift gillnetters’ trade association providing regulatory representation, market information, and member services for Alaska salmon fishermen.

https://www.ucida.org Membership: 300

United Fishermen of Alaska (UFA)

Largest statewide commercial fishing trade association in Alaska—an umbrella of gear and area groups plus individual and business members—leading unified industry advocacy.

https://www.ufa-fish.org Membership: 613