Mud Hole Custom Tackle has long been recognized as a leader in rod-building innovation, but their influence reaches far beyond the workshop. Their commitment to strengthening local communities, supporting conservation, and empowering future generations has become a defining part of who they are. Through partnerships with organizations such as the Coastal Conservation Association, Mighty River Recovery, Seminole Junior Anglers, Future Farmers of America, and their own Mud Hole Education Program, Mud Hole continues to cast a positive ripple across both land and water.
Our Coast
One of Mud Hole’s most meaningful initiatives is their longstanding involvement with the Coastal Conservation Association. By supporting CCA’s habitat restoration, fisheries enhancement, and angler education programs, Mud Hole helps protect the very ecosystems that anglers rely on. This partnership has been an ongoing collaboration between Mud Hole and CCA! From the famous Release the East redfish initiative to clam restoration, the entire team at Mud Hole is not just writing checks, they are getting their hands dirty to help the environment.
Mud Hole's contributions ensure future generations inherit waters rich with life, healthier coastlines, and opportunities to experience the joy of fishing. Whether providing resources, volunteering time, or rallying community awareness, Mud Hole remains an active advocate for conservation and responsible stewardship.
Our River
Their community commitment extends inland as well. Through Mighty River Recovery, Mud Hole supports efforts to clean, restore, and protect local rivers and waterways like the famed St. Johns River. Proof that Florid's resources are far more than just beautiful coastline and sandy beaches. The St. Johns River is in Mud Hole's backyard and features some of the most beautiful cedar lined shores and endless native grasses home to thousands of species of birds, fish and reptiles.
This hands-on work helps maintain cleaner environments for fish, wildlife, and people alike. Their involvement demonstrates a simple but powerful belief: healthy waters sustain healthy communities.
The Next Generation
Youth engagement has also become one of Mud Hole’s proudest areas of impact. Partnering with the Seminole Junior Anglers, Mud Hole provides young anglers with tools, mentorship, and opportunities that help fuel their passion for fishing. From building rods to learning environmental responsibility, these students gain skills that spark confidence and cultivate a lifelong appreciation for the sport.
Likewise, Mud Hole’s support for Future Farmers of America reflects their broader dedication to education and leadership development. By investing in FFA students, Mud Hole helps strengthen agricultural communities and encourages the next generation of hardworking, community-minded leaders.
Mud Hole in the Classroom
At the heart of all these efforts is the Mud Hole Education Program, an initiative that continues to transform classrooms and youth organizations nationwide. By bringing hands-on rod building into schools, camps, and clubs, Mud Hole introduces students to craftsmanship, STEM principles, and the rewards of creating something with their own hands.
Mud Hole has been welcomed into over 1,000 schools and has provided instruction to over 150,000 students, providing students with not only technical skills but also personal pride in their finished rods. The program has become a shining example of how a company can blend passion, education, and community purpose into something truly meaningful.
Together, these partnerships and programs paint a clear picture: Mud Hole Custom Tackle is more than a tackle supplier, they are a community ally, a conservation advocate, and an educator. Their efforts continue to build stronger connections between people, the outdoors, and the traditions that make fishing such an enduring part of our culture. Through every initiative, Mud Hole demonstrates their belief in giving back, supporting those who serve, and helping ensure that the waters, lands, and communities we love thrive for generations to come.
