Tag: Fishing Regulations

New Biscayne National Park Fishing Regulations Effective July 1

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6/24/2020 - Several regulatory changes aimed at achieving fishery management goals in Biscayne National Park go into effect starting July 1. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will return in five years to provide an update on monitoring and progress toward management goals and to evaluate the effectiveness of these… SEE MORE

Guide to Central California Beach Fishing

6/19/2020 - Getting Started A few simple practices and gear choices can greatly enhance your enjoyment of Central California's year-round surfperch fishing. Anglers also enjoy seasonal opportunities for striped bass, California halibut, jacksmelt and surf smelt, among others. When to Go Fishing You are more likely to catch fish: In the early… SEE MORE

Alabama Fishing Regulation Changes

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6/19/2020 - ****REMINDER**** Alabama’s 2020 private angler red snapper season opened Friday, May 22, 2020. The season is anticipated to last for 35 days and is scheduled to close on Sunday, July 19, 2020. Weekends only (Friday-Monday). Cobia 36 inches fork length Spotted Sea Trout Slot Length is 15 inches total length… SEE MORE

Bay Scallop Season Opens June 15 in Dixie County & part of Taylor County

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6/10/2020 - The 2020 recreational bay scallop season for Dixie County and a portion of Taylor County opens June 15 and will remain open through Labor Day (Sept. 7, 2020). This includes all state waters from the Suwannee River to the Fenholloway River and includes the towns of Keaton Beach and Steinhatchee.… SEE MORE

Washington Fishing & Hunting Bans Extended Until May 4th

4/8/2020 - By Annette Cary. The state of Washington has extended its closure of fishing and hunting seasons through May 4, after reconsidering seasons on Monday. “We talked with multiple county health officials throughout the state and asked them what their advice would be and they’re telling us that, right now, this is what’s… SEE MORE

Georgia Fishing Report – Week of April 3rd, 2020

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4/6/2020 - GEORGIA FISHING REPORT: APRIL 3, 2020 by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division We got this Georgia. Let’s show the rest of the country that we can #socialdistance AND use our natural resources to help us mentally get through this current crisis. Relative to being outside, here are some of the… SEE MORE

Gov. Mills Waives Requirement for Inland Recreational Fishing License

3/21/2020 - Governor Janet Mills waived the Maine state requirements for recreational fishing licenses when fishing inland waters. The license waivers runs until April 30th, 2020. The waiver does not extend to those who have had their license revoked or suspended. https://www.maine.gov/ifw/ SEE MORE

Bluefish/Striped Bass Regulations Update

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3/16/2020 - New Regulations to Take Effect April 1, 2020 The NJ Marine Fisheries Council passed motions to adopt new recreational regulations for Bluefish and Striped Bass at their February 13, 2020 meeting. The NJ Marine Fisheries Administration is working to implement these new regulations by April 1. Until then, regulations from 2019… SEE MORE

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Illinois Dept. of Natural Resources Catch & Release Fishing Guide

3/4/2020 - Catch-and-Release Fishing Catch-and release fishing has become an increasingly popular practice among many anglers throughout the country. Compliance with bag and size limits means many anglers, by law, have to return fish they have caught to the water. It is also quite common for anglers with a commitment to conservation… SEE MORE

Striped Bass Conservation Regulations Set for Spring 2020

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2/24/2020 - The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced new striped bass conservation measures for the Spring 2020 fishing season to meet a coast-wide conservation target. The 2018 benchmark stock assessment for striped bass indicated declines, so the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) has determined that conservation measures are needed for the 2020 fishing season.… SEE MORE

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