Return 'Em Right - Help Reef Fish Survive

Return ‘Em Right’s mission is to improve reef fish survival by equipping anglers with the knowledge and gear to confidently and successfully release reef fish.

Anglers have the ability to positively impact the health of the fishery by using best release practices.


Return ‘Em Right offers an angler-driven program that provides training and free release gear to Gulf of Mexico reef fish anglers that are committed to using best release practices and helping the future of the fishery.

Join the community, take the training, and get free gear today.

Help Reef Fish Survive, Get Free Gear

Who is Eligible to receive free gear?

Gulf of Mexico reef fish anglers who fish for federally managed Gulf of Mexico reef fish like snapper or grouper are eligible to take our online training of best practices and upon completion receive $100 worth of release gear for FREE. *One package per person and per household.

How to review best practices and get free gear?

Follow the steps below to review best practices through our online training:

  1. Click the “START TRAINING” button below

  2. Enter your information to see if you are eligible for gear

  3. Complete the review of best practices

  4. Eligible anglers fill out shipping form