Please select your home edition
Edition
Maritimo 2023 S-Series LEADERBOARD

Your fisheries management and policy update

by American Sportfishing Association 11 Apr 2023 16:14 UTC
ASA Participates in Recreational Salmon Season Setting Process.
Last week, ASA's Larry Phillips attended the Pacific Fishery Management Council's spring 2023 meeting, providing input on this year's west coast salmon season. In 2023, the west coast salmon seasons range from longer coho and pink salmon seasons to a full season closure in California. Larry highlighted the PFMC's final decision on our blog! Read here
ASA to U.S. Government: Support Everglades Restoration!
ASA was proud to join conservation partners, including the Bonefish & Tarpon Trust, in voicing the importance of protecting and restoring America's Everglades. ASA co-signed two letters, one of which went to congressional appropriators, calling for a $97 million increase in the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) South Florida Ecosystem Restoration Program budget, which manages Everglades restoration projects. The second letter was sent to USACE, reiterating the importance of Lake Okeechobee for Everglades restoration. Learn more
83%
What It Is: The percentage of California rockfish that survive barotrauma injuries when returned within 2 minutes of being caught.
Why It Matters: Opportunities to recreationally harvest rockfish on the west coast have been reduced for the conservation needs of several rockfish species. Anglers can use descending devices to return rockfish in a timely manner, increasing their survival chances! 
West Coast States Limit 2023 Rockfish Harvests.
Last week, California, Oregon and Washington announced a reduction of bottom fishing for the 2023 season to improve the conservation of rockfish that experience barotrauma when caught. While we are disappointed, ASA believes that recreational anglers should take the lead in curbing barotrauma by using descending devices. Learn more
Urge Your Senators to Support Outdoor Recreation!
As you know, the America's Outdoor Recreation Act was recently reintroduced in the U.S. Senate. We urge you to use the Keep America Fishing Action Alert portal to urge your Senators to support this important legislation that expands and enhances outdoor recreation opportunities on federal lands. Send a message here!
The Washington Post: Snot otters and other wildlife are not rock stars. Should they be saved?
Spectrum News: Florida voters could decide to add fishing and hunting to state constitution in 2024
Associated Press: California seeks federal help for salmon fishers facing ban
 
 
 
On the latest episode, ASA's Connor Bevan highlights aquatic invasive species (AIS) management and a recent report ASA and several other organizations released on how to prevent, control and mitigate AIS. AIS alter natural ecosystems and degrade waterways. We are committed to reducing their impact.
  >>LISTEN HERE<<
Twitter
Facebook
Website
 
Copyright © 2023 American Sportfishing Association, All rights reserved.

Related Articles

Outdoor Recreation Package passes
The Senate passed the EXPLORE Act in the final days of 118th Congress Last week, the Senate passed the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act. Posted on 23 Dec 2024
ASMFC to meet on 2025 Striped Bass Management
The meeting is in response to the 2024 Stock Assessment Update The Atlantic Striped Bass Management Board of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) will meet on December 16th to consider changes to the 2025 management measures to meet the stock's rebuilding targets. Posted on 19 Nov 2024
Science-based Red Snapper management
Spread the word! Tell NOAA to support it South Atlantic red snapper have rebounded so much that scientists and fishermen both agree the stock is at record abundance and there are more red snapper in the South Atlantic today than any living person has ever seen. Posted on 7 Nov 2024
Governor announces marine infrastruce investment
Vote Yes on Florida's Amendment 2 this election day Not many people get to turn their favorite hobby into a full-time job. Thankfully, I'm one of the lucky few. Posted on 4 Nov 2024
Striped Bass Rebuilding Policy
Sportfishing industry reiterates priorities The Atlantic Striped Bass Management Board of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) released its 2024 Stock Assessment Update for striped bass at its annual meeting last week in Annapolis, MD. Posted on 29 Oct 2024
Shark depredation continues to gain attention
Fishermen around the world have long contended with “depredation” Fishermen around the world have long contended with “depredation” — the partial or complete removal of a hooked fish before it's landed, by sharks or other marine predators. Posted on 19 Oct 2024
New National Marine Sanctuary in California
NOAA announced the designations of Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary On Oct. 11, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced the designations of the 4,543 square mile Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary. Posted on 16 Oct 2024
Policy recommendations for recreational fishing
Released by the Sportfishing Industry and Community Partners The American Sportfishing Association (ASA), the trade association for the sportfishing industry, along with 16 conservation partners released a roadmap for the next Administration and Congress to support the interests of the sportfishing industry. Posted on 15 Oct 2024
What have marine protected areas accomplished?
10-year review by California Department of Fish and Wildlife suggests that hopes were misplaced More fish, more sustainable fisheries, and an ecosystem better protected from threats was the promise of the Marine Life Protection Act and the 124 MPAs now in place in California. Ten years on, what have they accomplished? Posted on 8 Oct 2024
Key Fisheries Bills adcance
Sportfishing industry applauds House Natural Resources Committee The American Sportfishing Association (ASA), the trade association representing the sportfishing industry, celebrates the recent advancement of three critical pieces of legislation by the House Natural Resources Committee Posted on 24 Sep 2024
Maritimo 2023 S-Series FOOTER