Category: Fishing

News from Our Coasts: July 2021

7/26/2021 - NEWS & UPDATES FOR JULY Updates from US Harbors News & Virtual Events from Our Partners Updates from Our Coastal Business Community Photos of the Month Updates from US Harbors The world's largest trade show of sport fishing kicks off tomorrow. Join ICAST Orlando for their virtual show and learn… SEE MORE

Maryland Department of Natural Resources

Maryland Fishing Report: Week of July 21, 2021

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7/21/2021 - By Erik Zlokovitz, Maryland Department of Natural Resources recreational fisheries specialist. With the striped bass fishery currently closed, anglers are targeting alternate species such as catfish, perch, spotted sea trout, red drum, bluefish, cobia, and Spanish mackerel. Anglers are reminded that the striped bass fishery is closed in the Chesapeake Bay… SEE MORE

New Recreational Cobia Regulations – NJ

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7/21/2021 - New Jersey recreational cobia regulations have been changed to one fish per vessel per trip with a minimum size of 37 inches, and no seasonal restriction. These changes have been made to comply with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission fishery management plan for Cobia. New Jersey’s Marine Fishing Regulations Notice… SEE MORE

Caribbean spiny lobster, Panulirus argus

Florida Keys Officials Ready for 2-Day Lobster Mini Season

7/20/2021 - KEY WEST, Fla. (AP) — Sheriff’s officials in the Florida Keys advise anyone participating in next week’s two-day lobster mini season to be aware of state and local ordinances. The season kicks off July 28 and wraps up the next day. “We enjoy all the visitors here in the Keys… SEE MORE

New Snook, Redfish and Spotted Seatrout Catch-and-Release Measures for Tampa Bay

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7/16/2021 - The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), after consultation with its partners, has temporarily made snook, redfish and spotted seatrout catch-and-release only in Tampa Bay due to recent impacts from red tide beginning today, July 16th, and continuing through September 16th. This applies to the following areas: All Florida… SEE MORE

oastline of the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, Alabama Credit: Mike Reynolds Uploaded by mrjohncummings, Public Domain,

AP Interview: EPA Water Chief on Clean Water Protections

7/15/2021 - By Suman Naishadham. WASHINGTON (AP) — To finally determine a lasting definition of waterways that qualify for federal protection under the Clean Water Act, the Environmental Protection Agency’s new water director says everyone with a stake in the issue will need to be engaged. Radhika Fox recently spoke to The… SEE MORE

Unwanted Pets: Giant Goldfish Turn Up in Minnesota Waterways

7/14/2021 - BURNSVILLE, Minn. (AP) — Officials in Minnesota said they’re finding more giant goldfish in waterways, prompting a plea to citizens to stop illegally dumping their unwanted fish into ponds and lakes. The goldfish, which can grow to the size of a football, compete with native species for food and increase… SEE MORE

Headed Offshore? How to Get Real-Time Weather Forecasts & Conditions

7/12/2021 - Getting Accurate Forecasts and Conditions When You're Offshore Can Be A Challenge: Here's a Solution! SiriusXM Marine provides graphical weather and fishing info for boaters, allowing you to know the conditions ahead. Features include radar, storm cell info, lightning strike locations, marine zone forecasts, wind/wave info, and more. The service… SEE MORE

Digging Up Diversity Opportunities on Shellfish Farms

7/10/2021 - A growing diversity of aquaculture producers is bringing knowledge of farming, farm practices, and food cultures from around the world to help meet our growing demand for seafood. Male managers and employees have traditionally dominated seafood harvesting around the nation. However, Totten Inlet and Skookum Inlet farm manager Aisha Prohim… SEE MORE

DLNR Eyes Potential Fishing Rule Changes for Kahului Harbor Waters

7/8/2021 - By HNN Staff. The state is asking for feedback as it considers new rules for ‘oama fishing in Maui waters. Changes would expand the classification of ‘oama to include juvenile goatfishes, while also increase the maximum size from 5 inches to 8 inches. They’ll also discuss commercial rules for nehu, akule… SEE MORE

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