From Bonefish & Tarpon Trust:
Palm City, Fla. — Chittum Boatworks, a leading manufacturer of high-performance shallow-water boats, has renewed it Gold Sponsorship of Bonefish & Tarpon Trust (BTT), an international fisheries conservation organization dedicated to conserving bonefish, tarpon, permit, and their habitats. Chittum Boatworks will support BTT’s initiative to identify and protect bonefish spawning sites in the Florida Keys—work that is essential to the long-term health and sustainability of the iconic fishery.
“BTT has long been at the forefront of conservation for bonefish, tarpon and permit, and the places they live,” said Charlie Johnson, Chittum’s VP of Commercial Operations. “Chittum is proud to be able to support them in their efforts and to be their partner in protecting these fish and their habitats.”
Chittum Boatworks was born from a vision to revolutionize the flats skiff market. Founded by guide and boat-builder Hal Chittum, the company has a legacy rooted in innovation and performance, building state-of-the-art skiffs using high-tech composite materials and meticulous engineering to deliver unparalleled shallow-water capabilities. Every Chittum skiff is crafted with a revolutionary patented hull design that runs drier, poles easier, and operates more quietly than any boat design that preceded it—qualities that appeal to guides and anglers alike.
At the heart of Chittum Boatworks’ philosophy is a commitment to craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and the customer experience. The team—composed of passionate builders, designers, anglers, and guides—ensures each boat undergoes rigorous quality checks and embodies both functional excellence and aesthetic precision. This dedication to pushing the boundaries of performance reflects Chittum’s vision to set new standards in shallow-water fishing and inspire in anglers a lifelong passion for marine environments.
“We thank Chittum Boatworks for its generous support of our bonefish research in the Florida Keys, which will help to ensure that the fishery continues to recover,” said Jim McDuffie, President & CEO of Bonefish & Tarpon Trust. “Chittum’s passion for the water and commitment to responsible stewardship adds momentum to our work. Sponsors like Chittum help expand the reach and impact of BTT’s science-driven efforts to conserve flats fisheries and the ecosystems that sustain them.”
For more information about Chittum Boatworks, visit: chittumskiffs.com.
About Bonefish & Tarpon Trust
Bonefish & Tarpon Trust’s mission is to conserve bonefish, tarpon, and permit—the species, their habitats and the larger fisheries they comprise. BTT pursues this mission through science-based conservation, education, and advocacy across Florida, The Bahamas, Belize and Mexico, as well as in coastal states from Texas to Virginia. Learn more at: www.BTT.org.