FEDERATION DEPARTEMENTALE DE PECHE

The Fédération de l'Oise pour la Pêche et la Protection du Milieu Aquatique is a non-profit organization based in Compiègne. The Fédération Nationale de la Pêche en France is a network of associations dedicated to protecting aquatic environments and promoting fishing as a leisure activity. They represent and coordinate the actions of 94 departmental federations across France. Their mission is to protect fish stocks and aquatic environments, promote recreational fishing and contribute to local enhancement initiatives. Recreational fishing has a major economic impact, with 1.5 million anglers, 40,000 volunteers and an economic impact of 2 billion euros.