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WELCOME ANGLERS 

Welcome to the National Anglers Initiative, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving water bodies for fellow anglers to enjoy. Whether you find yourself fishing the waters of Lake Winnebago, hunting the marshes of the Wolf River, or visiting the Lake Butte Des Morts sand bars in a pontoon boat, this group is for you. Our community of members shares a passion for spending time on the water, and recognizes the value in a connected group of anglers, hunters, and boaters. 

Matthew Crawford

Our Mission

Our mission is to improve the resources available to all anglers who enjoy the sport of fishing. We strive to provide resources, education, and community events that enhance the fishing, hunting, and boating experience while raising funds to make noticeable improvements to the infrastructure present on various lake and river systems. We will begin our efforts on the Lake Winnebago System in Northeast Wisconsin.

Values & Vision

At National Anglers Initiative, our core values guide every aspect of our organization:


- Community Engagement

- Infrastructure Improvement

- Accessibility
- Education

- Safety

- Sustainability


Our vision is to create a connected community of anglers, hunters, and boaters, who want to enact positive change on the various bodies of water that they use.

Fox River

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Meet the dedicated individuals who make the National Anglers Initiative possible. Founded in Oshkosh, WI, our Board is committed to serving our members and the community, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the Lake Winnebago System while upholding the highest standards of safety and sportsmanship.

Ice Fishing

Matthew Crawford

PRESIDENT

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Fresh Water Fishing

Shawn Guenther

BOATING AND WATERSPORTS EXPERT

Tyler Zick

Tyler Zick

VICE PRESIDENT

Matthew Crawford and Ruth Check

Ruth
Check

BOARD OFFICER

Taylor Block

Taylor Block

TREASURER

Lake Winnebago

Meri-Elizabeth Schulze

MARKETING CHAIR

Porter Lippert

Porter Lippert

SECRETARY

Casey Schulze

Casey Schulze

BOARD OFFICER

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GET IN TOUCH

Phone: 920-479-4415

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