EAA brings together national angling organisations that are formally recognised at national government level as stakeholders in fisheries and environmental management. Together, EAA members represent millions of recreational anglers and ensure that recreational angling is heard, recognised, and represented at EU level.
Being part of EAA means staying informed, having influence, and contributing directly to shared positions and priorities. Members actively shape EAA’s work through dedicated sea and freshwater subgroups, cross-cutting and ad-hoc expert groups, and the General Assembly.
Through a permanent office in Brussels, EAA gives its members direct access to EU institutions and key policy, scientific, and advisory processes, ensuring recreational angling is represented where decisions are made.
Members also benefit from professional public-affairs support, including engagement through the Forum on Recreational Fisheries and the Aquatic Environment (RecFish) at the European Parliament, as well as targeted briefings and events with policy makers and stakeholders.
Together, this ensures that EAA members are informed, involved, and represented at European level.
Benefits of being a member of EAA
🎯 Influence at EU level
Direct access to EU institutions and international policy fora through EAA’s Brussels office.
🏛 Parliamentary engagement
Professional public affairs representation and events at the European Parliament.
📊 Policy intelligence
Regular updates on key fisheries, environmental, and angling-related developments.
🔬 Science & expertise
Access to researchers, scientists, NGOs, and evidence-based policy input.
🧩 Active participation
Join sea and freshwater subgroups shaping EAA positions and strategies.
🤝 Strong networks
Connect with national angling organisations across Europe.
🛠 Practical support
Advice on governance, legal matters, funding opportunities, and project development.
🗳 A real voice
Vote on EAA’s priorities and direction at the General Assembly.
