NOTICE – Our July seminar will be held at the West Warwick VFW, located at 197 Providence St, West Warwick, RI 02893
July 2026 Seminar Series
Chasing the Fall Run with Jonny Rego
Please join us on Monday, July 27 for a very special seminar with local Youtube favorite Jonny Rego! The fall run is one of the most exciting times of the year for Rhode Island anglers. Striped bass feeding frenzies occur almost daily, and the fall also brings about the arrival of hard-fighting false albacore and bonito. This presentation will cover what drives the fall run, where and when to find these blitzes, and the tactics that consistently produce fish during this action-packed season. Doors open at 5:30pm and seminar starts at 7pm. There will also be door prizes and merchandise raffles, as well as a local tackle vendor. Entry to the seminar is free to members and $10 for non-members. A food truck also will be onsite for food purchases. If you’re not already a member, join today to get access to this and much more great content!
Member Benefits
Want to get the most out of fishing in Rhode Island? Here are some of the great benefits we offer our members to help take advantage of the abundant fisheries that make our state one of the best destinations for anglers from around the world!
Seminars
To get ready for the start of each species’ season, we hold seminars each month with special guest speakers. These seminars are recorded and are available for all members to view, review, and take notes at any time.
Discounted Charter Trips
During the course of the year, we offer members only charter trips, targeting species like squid, fluke, black sea bass, tautog, and more! The rates for these trips are heavily discounted and spots fill up quickly! So become a member and get in on the action!
Special Touranaments
All year long, RISAA holds a number of tournaments, for both adults and juniors, to promote camaraderie and healthy competition within the association! Prizes and bragging rights are awarded!
About us
Supporting RI saltwater fishing
The Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association is a nonprofit organization, created to provide a forum for recreational saltwater anglers; to provide education to members and the public concerning fishing techniques, improved catches, and overall enjoyment of fishing; to foster sportsmanship; to support marine conservation and sound management of fisheries resources; and provide a unified voice to preserve and protect the rights, traditions and the future of recreational fishing in Rhode Island.
RISAA Leadership
The association’s day-to-day operations are managed by our executive director, Scott Travers. The board is led by Dawn Filliatreault Wood assisted by Capt. Richard Hittinger. Many additional volunteers enable our organization to operate effectively – please visit the about us page for a full list.
Scott Travers
Executive Director
Scott joined RISAA as our executive director in June of 2023. He is a graduate of the Massachusetts Maritime Academy and Salve Regina University with experience with the RI Division of Fish and Wildlife Aquatic Education Program expanding recreational fishing opportunities. He is a fly tying Instructor, and avid fly angler.
Dawn Filliatreault Wood
President
Dawn has been a RISAA member for 14 years and is now serving her fourth year on the board and first year as the President. She serves as Chair of the Education Committee, Chair of the Membership/Welcome Committee and is a member of the Legislative, and New England Saltwater Fishing Show committees.
Capt. Richard Hittinger
1st Vice President
Rich is now in his 15th year as an officer. He is chairman of the RISAA Legislative and Artificial Reefs Committees. He also serves on the Political Action Committee and Youth Fishing Camp committee. Rich represents RISAA on several state fisheries and environmental groups.