Getting Schooled with IGFA | Zack Bellapigna | Episode 218

On this episode of Connected By Water, we welcome back one of our favorite guests — Zack Bellpinga from the International Game Fish Association (IGFA). Zack serves as the IGFA’s Angler Recognition Manager and brings an incredible depth of expertise when it comes to fishing and fish species from around the world. He truly has a passion for educating anglers and growing the sport the right way. In this episode, we dive into one of IGFA’s newest initiatives — the IGFA School of Sport Fishing. This program is designed to help newcomers get started in offshore fishing with a strong foundation, teaching them not only the basics but also how to fish responsibly and ethically. As always, Zack makes complex topics easy to understand and enjoyable to learn. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just getting your feet wet, this episode offers valuable insight into the future of sport fishing and how organizations like the IGFA are shaping it. Zack has become a great friend of the show, and we’re always fired up to have him on. We’re looking forward to many more episodes together as we continue to celebrate the lifestyle, conservation, and community that keep us all Connected By Water. • @connectedbywater @starbrite_com @seawardsystems @yakgear @olukai @project_seasafe @theigfa • #connectedbywater #starbrite #TeamDoGooder #ProjectSeaSafe #olukai #seawardsystems #yakgear #igfa #podcast #floridapodcast #cleanwater #fishing #conservation #dfriel #dfrielart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices