Return ‘Em Right is an educational program that works directly with recreational anglers to reduce catch and release mortality from barotrauma in Gulf of Mexico reef fisheries. The program will increase reef fish survival by empowering anglers to adopt best release practices, including the use of descending devices, when targeting reef fish. The goals of Return ‘Em Right are to reduce catch and release mortality, improve anglers’ experiences with release gear and improve the overall health of reef fisheries.