If the introduction of the MAPWATERS Act isn't enough to get you excited about more access to fishing, paddling, hiking, and more on federal lands and waters, then the EXPLORE Act will. Both of these newly introduced pieces of legislation will help you find places to fish near you.Almost 600 million people spent time in national public lands and waters in 2022. They went fishing, paddling, hiking, biking, camping, birding, and much more. The Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act works to increase recreation opportunities, improve and modernize outdoor infrastructure, and make it easier for more Americans to enjoy the public lands they own.The bill is bipartisan and hopes to give the $1.1 trillion outdoor reaction industry more tools to help more people enjoy fishing on public lands and waters and to help you find places to fish near you.For more information and how to get involved visit the House Committee on Natural Resources.

About onWater

onWater is an outdoor recreation technology provider revolutionizing the way anglers plan, track, record and relive their fishing adventures. onWater is rooted in adventure. Co-Founder and CEO Scott Carver has over three decades of experience in the fishing and technology industries. The onWater app for fishing is a unifier in the fishing industry while allowing anglers to explore and discover unique angling opportunities. We support impact partners, local conservation and advocacy campaigns. They promote and practice responsible recreation practices within the community. onWater is committed to giving back to the people and places that make angling special and sustainable.

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