The Jack Project is a first-of-its-kind comprehensive study on Jack Crevalle that employs each of the core tenets of our S.E.A. model. This process starts with Science. In conjunction with Florida International University, Mississippi State University, the Lower Keys Guides Association and our advocate community, The Jack Project will deploy 100 acoustic tags from South Carolina to Texas. These tags will ping off acoustic receiver arrays already in place along the breadth of the Atlantic Coast and the Gulf. Every time a tagged fish passes by a receiver, the data is recorded and compiled throughout the year. This movement data is crucial in helping understand their migratory patterns and potential sub-population distribution. The tagging areas are centric to key angling hot spots for jacks: South Carolina, the Treasure Coast of Florida, the Florida Keys, Louisiana and the Gulf Coast of Texas. These tags will provide over 5 years of core data on this crucial species. In addition to deploying the acoustic tags, fin clips will be taken so that stable isotope analysis can be completed.
Understanding the lifecycle and movements of this species is crucial to advocating for its protection. In the coming months and years, we will initiate the second stage in our model: Education. As Jack Crevalle are currently a data-poor species, furthering our understanding and communicating with the masses is crucial. With this new-found understanding and an army of empowered jack advocates, we hope to achieve sensible, precautionary management to conserve this incredible species.
You can help fund this now, since the ASGA has partnered with Sight Line Provisions to create a one-of-a-
kind collectible that funds conservation in real time. Introducing the SLP x ASGA “Tag a Jack” products: a hand-crafted leather bracelet or keychain directly supporting The Jack Project, a first-of-its-kind acoustic tagging study for jack crevalle.
Only 45 badges will be made, and each is individually numbered to correspond with one of the acoustic tags being deployed in jack crevalle from South Carolina to Texas. When you purchase a badge, you’re not just buying an eye-catching piece—you’re funding a tag that unlocks critical movement and behavior data on an understudied species.
Each Tag A Jack supporter will receive their preferred number 1-45 (first come, first serve) on either a custom leather bracelet or leather keychain. Throughout the entirety of the tag’s life, when ASGA receives tag data, our supporters will too. Tag A Jack supporters will receive custom reports about the movements of their tagged fish and will be eligible for unique prizes based on that movement!
**As these are custom products, please allow up to 4-6 weeks for production and fulfillment of orders.**
Looking to fund a large amount of tags and/or take a bigger role in the project? Connect [email protected].
