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Life-Threatening Currents All Along the East Coast
By National Fisherman. Tropical storm conditions in Bermuda on Wednesday, August 30, while Hurricane Franklin made its closest approach to the island. Life-threatening rip currents are still occurring along the East Coast of the US. As these conditions are expected to continue during the next couple of days, both Hurricane… SEE MORE
Where to Fish in the San Juan Islands
By wdfw.wa.gov. With hundreds of rocky islands, underwater reefs and pinnacles, the San Juans and Bellingham Bay provide exceptional fishing for lingcod and cabezon during the spring and early-summer months; check out this blog post for tips. Halibut are found on deeper underwater banks and sloping dropoffs, particularly in the Strait of Juan de… SEE MORE
High Tide Flooding Outlook for September 2023
By US Harbors. Extreme Tides Continue in September 2023 The "super blue moon" at the end of August (Aug. 30 @9:35pm EST) will be one of the biggest full moons of 2023, bringing with it some of the highest--and lowest--tides of the year. In some areas these extreme tides are… SEE MORE
Now Open: Two Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Grant Opportunities for Marine Debris Removal and Interception Technologies
By blog.marinedebris.noaa.gov. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Marine Debris Program is pleased to announce its Fiscal Year 2024 Notices of Funding Opportunity for both Marine Debris Removal and Interception Technologies under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. These two funding opportunities include the availability up to $28 million across the… SEE MORE
Building Codes Save Money and Lives
By scientificamerican.com. After Category 5 Hurricane Michael slammed into Mexico Beach, Fla., in 2018, there was a dramatic contrast in destruction: homes built at or beyond state building codes still stood, whereas many of those built before those stringent codes were enacted were simply gone. Michael is one of a… SEE MORE
Climate Change Likely to Reshape West Coast Fisheries by Sending Fish Farther Offshore
By fisheries.noaa.gov. Shifting ocean conditions associated with climate change will likely send high-value sablefish into deeper waters off the West Coast, new research shows. That could make the fish tougher to catch and force fishing crews to follow them or shift to other, more accessible species. The research led by scientists at… SEE MORE
Hurricane Idalia On Collision Course with Florida Gulf Coast
By WeatherTiger. Threat synopsis: A major hurricane landfall in North Florida is more likely than not on on Wednesday. Preparations for destructive surge and wind should be completed by Tuesday evening. Why is it always Wednesday? There’s no answer beyond coincidence for why Florida’s four most recent hurricanes— Michael, Sally,… SEE MORE
Fall Fishing In The South: 4 Keys To Catching BIG Southern Bass
By shopkarls.com. Fall fishing in the south can be challenging but it's also the time of the year when some of the biggest fish are caught. The first frost has cooled the waters and beckoned baitfish to the shallows. Bass soon follow the forage and a feeding frenzy begins. This… SEE MORE
The Ocean is Shattering Heat records. Here’s what that means for Fisheries.
By timeanddate.com. Marine heatwaves can "inject a lot of chaos" as they remake ecosystems and cost coastal economies billions. This story is part of Record High, a Grist series examining extreme heat and its impact on how — and where — we live. Scientists first spotted the Blob in late 2013.… SEE MORE
What Is a Blue Moon and When Is the Next One?
By timeanddate.com. On August 30/31, 2023, a Blue Moon will shine brightly in the night sky. It is a monthly Full Moon—the second Full Moon in August. And no, it will not turn blue. This is also a Super Full Moon, making it a Super Blue Moon. What Is a Blue Moon?… SEE MORE
NOAA Fisheries Releases National Seafood Strategy
By fisheries.noaa.gov. The strategy highlights the vital services we provide to support the seafood sector and outlines ways we can enhance its resilience in the face of climate change and other stressors. NOAA Fisheries has released its first-ever National Seafood Strategy (PDF, 8 pages) after several rounds of stakeholder input and a… SEE MORE
A BEGINNER’S INTRO TO THE MOST POPULAR SALTWATER SPECIES IN AUGUST
By takemefishing.org. This summer’s record-breaking heat and seasonally high water temperatures may not seem conducive to catching much of anything if you’re new to recreational fishing. Yet thousands of anglers are seeking and catching the most popular saltwater fishing species in August, often with a refreshing breeze blowing while on… SEE MORE