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Our mission as a fishing trade organization is to help members succeed as angling and business professionals. The National Professional Anglers Association is a non-profit, member-based association. Our membership is composed of professional guides, tournament anglers, angler educators and sportfishing/marine industry professionals who are passionate about the sport.
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