Rod ‘N’ Reel Pro-Am Rockfish Tournament

May 1st , 2nd, 3rd 2009 Chesapeake Beach,Maryland  2009 Rod & Reel Entry Form Rod 'N' Reel Pro-Am Tournament Home

Virginia waterman sentenced in poaching case

A Virginia waterman was sentenced in U.S. District Court today to one year and one day in prison and a $4,000 fine and was ordered to make $40,000 in restitution for his part in the largest striped bass poaching case in the history of the Chesapeake Bay.With family and friends watching, Thomas Hallock, 48, ofContinue reading "Virginia waterman sentenced in poaching case"

Striped Bass Season Begins

Call them rockfish, rock, stripers or striped bass, but Morone saxatilis is back to spawn in the Chesapeake Bay and area anglers are out in force for the striped bass season that began Saturday, April 18. During the trophy season that runs through May 15, anglers may catch one striped bass per day measuring overContinue reading "Striped Bass Season Begins"

Citation catches … Only at The Pilot

The Virginia Saltwater Fishing Tournament has started publishing all citation catch applications on its Web site with the Virginia Marine Resources Commission.It's a great place to see who has caught what. Virginia Pilot Online Virginia Citation Report Citation catches ... Only at The Pilot | HamptonRoads.com | PilotOnline.com

Fishing improves over weekend in New Jersey

Anglers got a much-needed respite from the bad weather over the weekend as skies cleared and temperatures climbed. There wasn't the explosion some expected but the fishing was good and most expect things to get better. Fishing improves over weekend | APP.com | Asbury Park Press

Outdoors: Boats, catch are plentiful as rockfish season opens • Sports – Outdoors (www.HometownAnnapolis.com – The Capital)

It all came together as never before. Bay and air temperatures were warming nicely, fuel prices were low enough that fishermen could afford to fill their tanks, stripers were spread out the length of Maryland's share of the Chesapeake, there was little if any breeze, and it all added up to what was likely theContinue reading "Outdoors: Boats, catch are plentiful as rockfish season opens • Sports – Outdoors (www.HometownAnnapolis.com – The Capital)"

Kenny Jarvis and Crew Pick Up These Nice Togs aboard Reelentless on Saturday:

Togs ranged from 4 to 8 pounds.

In trial’s dark shadow, opening day of fishing provides hope

Beautiful day. Boats with fishing rods sprouting from their tops and sides cutting deep white V's into the water. People smiling and waving.It's opening day of the spring striped bass season, the end of winter and the beginning of another wonderful run of fishing.So why am I so bummed out? In trial's dark shadow, openingContinue reading "In trial’s dark shadow, opening day of fishing provides hope"

James Breen’s 31Inches 10lbs 9oz Flounder holds 2nd Place in the Virginia Saltwater Fishing Tournament

James holding One Big Flounder! Speak to James at his work, Bishop’s Fishing Supply! Bishop Fishing Supply 1215 George Washington HWY Yorktown, VA 23693 (757) 591-9300

Angler Sets New Virginia Tilefish Record

David Akridge of Virginia Beach has established a new state record for blueline tilefish with a 20-pound, 4-ounce fish caught March 19. The record-setting blueline bested the existing state record of 19 pounds, 14 ounces, set by Rick Wineman of Yorktown on March 31, 2007. Hampton Roads Online Lee Tolliver Angler sets new Va. tilefishContinue reading "Angler Sets New Virginia Tilefish Record"

AGYG acquiring Southport Boat Works

American Global Yacht Group has entered into an agreement to acquire Southport Boat Works. The agreement is expected to be completed within the next few weeks. AGYG says it will continue to produce Southport fiberglass sportfishing boats at the 52,000-square-foot plant in Leland, N.C. Southport builds a line of 26- and 28-foot sportfishing boats andContinue reading "AGYG acquiring Southport Boat Works"

South Jersey Report

Bass continue to headline the early spring season, though tautog anglers are out in force trying to land their fair share of whitechins before the season closes on May 1. The first reports of black drum entering Delaware Bay have come in, and the bay has been the spot to find keeper-sized bass as theyContinue reading "South Jersey Report"

Plenty of rockfish, fewer fisherman

The people who know the bay best said there are plenty of fish in the sea - it's the fishermen who might be scarce this time around. Plenty of rockfish, fewer fisherman • Top Stories (www.HometownAnnapolis.com - The Capital)

Outdoors: Peak rockfish trophy outlook spawns for Chesapeake

Saturday is the big day as Maryland's spring trophy striped bass season opens in the main stem of the Chesapeake. Courtesy Photo Jim Kasper, skipper of Morning Angel, with a 35-inch striped bass taken on a white Bernie Michael Bullet Nose bucktail with 6-inch Sassy Shad added at the Bay Bridge. The fish was released.Continue reading "Outdoors: Peak rockfish trophy outlook spawns for Chesapeake"

Weekend Fishing Report – Washington Times

A lot is happening in the world of fishing even though the week featured much rain, little sun and cooler than usual temperatures Weekend Fishing Report - Washington Times

Striped bass runs aren’t taxing

Currently, the Hudson River is the hot area for stripers, from Piermont to Croton to Tarrytown and Ossining. Here everyone, whether on boat or shore, is limited to a single bass at 18 inches or more. Smaller stripers are following bunker in western Long Island Sound, especially around Little Neck and in Manhasset Bay. StripedContinue reading "Striped bass runs aren’t taxing"

Push to rebuild N.C. pier reaches success with state funds

Jennette's Pier at Whalebone Junction has escaped another close call, this time with the budget knife. With officials from the North Carolina Aquariums - the pier's owner - holding their breath, the governor signed legislation late Tuesday that provides existing storm-water funds for construction of a new pier and pier house. Push to rebuild N.C.Continue reading "Push to rebuild N.C. pier reaches success with state funds"

Rockfish Season Opens on Saturday April 18

First the Tiki Bar opens and right on its heels comes the opening of Rockfish trophy season on the Chesapeake Bay. Soon it will be golf tournament season and summer will be heading into full swing, temperatures will rise and fresh home grown veggies will improve local diets.   Rockfish Season Opens on Saturday, AprilContinue reading "Rockfish Season Opens on Saturday April 18"

NASCAR – NNS: Drivers Invade Chesapeake Bay

  NASCAR Nationwide Series drivers Brendan Gaughan and Scott Wimmer went from behind the wheel to behind the reel yesterday off the coast of Virginia Beach, Virginia. In the area to promote the Lipton Tea 250 NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Richmond International Raceway on Friday, May 1, the drivers had an adventurous excursion inContinue reading "NASCAR – NNS: Drivers Invade Chesapeake Bay"

A better way to fish for North Carolina Striped Bass

There's a storm brewing on North Carolina's coast. Fuel costs, cheap imported seafood and the high cost of living and doing business have put a black cloud over the heads of many fishermen. Compounding matters, federal and state fishery managers have been struggling to identify the best way to protect fish that fishermen like toContinue reading "A better way to fish for North Carolina Striped Bass"

2 more men guilty in rockfish case

Jerry Decatur Sr., of Stafford, Va., pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court Friday to illegally harvesting and overharvesting rockfish, also called striped bass. Kenneth Dent, of Dumfries, Va., pleaded guilty Friday to one count of trafficking in illegal rockfish. 2 more men guilty in rockfish case • Public Record (www.HometownAnnapolis.com - The Capital)

Virginia state fishing tourney is in full swing

The 52nd annual Virginia Saltwater Fishing Tournament, which opened Jan. 1 and runs throughout the year, has no modifications in its popular citation program "The Tournament Committee felt the current citation standards were at appropriate levels, so they recommended no adjustments to the program for the coming year," stated Tournament Director Lewis Gillingham. Virginia stateContinue reading "Virginia state fishing tourney is in full swing"

NewFreshwater Striped Bass Record in South Carolina & Georgia

SBCC:  Everyone is Welcome/New Members Wanted! Forward-to-a-Friend       FRESHWATER   Did you say 63-pound FRESHWATER Striped Bass? Looks like there may be a new SC and GA state record for Striped Bass   See: http://www.stripedbasscc.org/ It appears that Terry McConnell has done twice what very few people have done just once in their lifetime. McConnellContinue reading "NewFreshwater Striped Bass Record in South Carolina & Georgia"

NMMA joins effort to stop E15 fuel blends

  The National Marine Manufacturers Association is working with partners outside the marine industry to stop the push for higher ethanol levels in gasoline NMMA joins effort to stop E15 fuel blends

ENVIRONMENTAL WATCH: flame-retardant chemicals in coastal waters

A recent report from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows that polybrominated diphenyl ethers, or PBDEs, are contaminating U.S. coastal waters at greater levels than a decade ago ENVIRONMENTAL WATCH: flame-retardant chemicals in coastal waters

03-27-2009 Marlin Maniac Catch & Release 2009

 

Video of Man Dives from Helicopter for Marlin:

Click on link below: The Ultimate Fishing Show - video

Analysts weigh in on GE lending plan

Analysts say that GE’s tightening of its floorplan lending standards could seriously affect the marine industry, where it is the primary source of commercial credit. GE recently announced substantially higher interest rates, tougher requirements on curtailments, higher up-front “stocking fees,” and extended repurchase commitments for manufacturers, Edward Aaron, analyst with RBC Capital Markets noted inContinue reading "Analysts weigh in on GE lending plan"

Boater’s World to be liquidated

The assets of 129 Boater's World stores will be liquidated by the company that submitted the largest bid for the retail chain. Boater's World parent company, Ritz Camera Centers, should collect about US$40m from the sale. Boater's World to be liquidated

NOW NEW PENDING WOLD RECORD BLUELINE TILEFISH

Got Word from Max @ Virginia Beach Contender that all paperwork is complete and waiting on affidavits to be official. Greg Bait Shack has the Fish unitl tomorrow and Long Bay Point will have it after 2:00pm on Sat. and  all day Sunday. Then it's off to VMRC Research Science Program on Monday.   StillContinue reading "NOW NEW PENDING WOLD RECORD BLUELINE TILEFISH"

New Possible Blueline Tilefish State Record

Max King of Virginia Beach Contender weighed in a 20lb 4oz Blueline Tilefish today for a NEW PENDING VIRGINIA STATE RECORD!!!

Nail-biter: US accessories manufacturers watch Boater’s World bankruptcy auction

When the assets of Boater's World come up for auction today in New York, most of the marine accessories segment will be anxiously awaiting the outcome. The 130-store retailer, the second-largest US national retail chain behind West Marine, is a primary customer for hundreds of accessories manufacturers Nail-biter: US accessories manufacturers watch Boater's World bankruptcyContinue reading "Nail-biter: US accessories manufacturers watch Boater’s World bankruptcy auction"

NC Lighthouse Platform Sold To Private Owners

FRYING PAN SHOALS, NC - A lighthouse platform complete with living quarters 25 miles off the coast of North Carolina has recently been sold by the federal government to a private company that plans to turn it into a fishing and diving center.   Raleigh Telegram

‘Small’ change makes big splash among anglers

  The major change for flounder fishermen in the coastal bays area this spring and summer will be an increase in the minimum length for a keeper, from 17.5 to 18 inches. The creel limit of three fish per angler a day will remain the same, but the fall fishing season will be eliminated. 'Small'Continue reading "‘Small’ change makes big splash among anglers"

Here’s why offshore drilling is bad for Va.

The Navy and NASA are both opposed to offshore drilling; 72 percent of Virginia's offshore drilling zone is within the Navy's Virginia Capes Operating Area, the principal training area for air, surface and submarine units as well as a testing area for new vessels, aircraft and weapon systems. Oil/fire and ordinance don't mix. Florida willContinue reading "Here’s why offshore drilling is bad for Va."

Confusion may be catch of day for striper anglers

Anglers will get to catch smaller striped bass in the Delaware Bay and Delaware River this year, but there is a rub. The lower size limit, possibly as small as 20 inches, will be legal only in Delaware and Pennsylvania. New Jersey waters will be stuck with the 28-inch minimum fish size that has beenContinue reading "Confusion may be catch of day for striper anglers"

Our say: This Week’s Take: Menhaden talk should focus on science • Environment

The Atlantic menhaden fishery has been a fixture along the Atlantic coast for more than a century, delivering economic stability to otherwise depressed areas and providing a multitude of products that has helped to improve our lives. Our say: This Week's Take: Menhaden talk should focus on science • Environment (www.HometownAnnapolis.com - The Capital)

Chesapeake Bay Journal: Value of rockfish poached from Bay, Potomac set at $3 million to $7 million – March 2009

About 600,000 pounds of rockfish with a retail value of $3 million to $7 million were handled by a ring that trafficked fish from the Chesapeake Bay and Potomac River, law enforcement officials said in early February. Chesapeake Bay Journal: Value of rockfish poached from Bay, Potomac set at $3 million to $7 million -Continue reading "Chesapeake Bay Journal: Value of rockfish poached from Bay, Potomac set at $3 million to $7 million – March 2009"

Web site has anglers hooked

ROGER SPENCER likes to log on to TidalFish.com every day just to see "where they're bitin' and what they're bitin' on." Fredericksburg.com - Web site has anglers hooked

US Coast Guard searches for missing NFL players

The US Coast Guard has started a search for four football players whose fishing boat did not return to its home port in Florida on Saturday. The boating group included two professional NFL football players, Corey Smith of the Detroit Lions, and Victor ("Marquis") Cooper of the Oakland Raiders. Nick Schuyler and William Bleakley, formerContinue reading "US Coast Guard searches for missing NFL players"

VIDEO: Rescue drama off Alaska

With winds as high as 120 mph and swells of 15 feet, four crewmen this week were forced to abandon their grounded 58-foot commercial fishing vessel and make their way to one of the Aleutian Islands to await rescue. VIDEO: Rescue drama off Alaska

Max King Deep Drop Trip Feb 25 2009

Boater’s World parent company files for Chapter 11

The more than 90-year-old company added the Boater’s World chain in the late 1980s, and said it “proved to be a positive contributor to the company’s profitability for a number of years and generated a positive cash flow through 2007.” Boater’s World parent company files for Chapter 11

Genmar enters wind turbine market

  Genmar announced today that it has entered new markets with its VEC technology. It has started manufacturing blades for the wind energy market. Genmar is also building special containers for the US Army National Guard. It recently received US$1.5 million for an initial test order, and delivered the first VEC containers last week. GenmarContinue reading "Genmar enters wind turbine market"

Twin Vee boats files Chapter 11 bankruptcy

The builder of center console catamarans has also been evicted from its manufacturing facilities by Twin Vee's founder, Roger Dunshee, who says the company still owes him US$200,000 in back rent. Dunshee sold his majority share in the company in 2003 to Tampa-based investment firm Stonehenge Capital Co. for an undisclosed sum. Twin Vee boatsContinue reading "Twin Vee boats files Chapter 11 bankruptcy"

Virginia Pilot Catches of the Week

Blueline tilefish Julie Ball, Virginia Beach, 13-8, Norfolk Canyon. James Beale, Virginia Beach, 12-0, Norfolk Canyon. Steven Clements, Virginia Beach, 11-14, Norfolk Canyon. Shaun Curl, Chesapeake, 10-6, Norfolk Canyon. Steve Davis, Virginia Beach, 11-2, Norfolk Canyon. Johnnie Herbert, Virginia beach, 10-11, Norfolk Canyon. James Humphrey, Virginia Beach, 10-15, Norfolk Canyon. Stephen Kendall, Suffolk, 11-8, NorfolkContinue reading "Virginia Pilot Catches of the Week"

Va. agencies tie into fishing line recycling effort

Fishing line is one of the most important tools in the sport. Trouble is, it needs to be changed regularly - leaving the problem of what to do with the old stuff. Va. agencies tie into fishing line recycling effort | HamptonRoads.com | PilotOnline.com

VSWFT 2008 Top 25 – Striped Bass

VSWFT 2008 Top 25 - Striped Bass VA Saltwater Fishing Tournament2008 Final Striped Bass Standings Place Fish Size Angler 1 73 lbs. 0 oz. Frederick Barnes 2 65 lbs. 8 oz. Christian Seay 3 64 lbs. 8 oz. Willie R. Vernon 4 63 lbs. 0 oz. David T. Schulte 5 61 lbs. 11 oz. RobertContinue reading "VSWFT 2008 Top 25 – Striped Bass"

My Way News – Miami Boat Show draws dreamers, bargain hunters

One of the world's largest boat shows is gracing the docks of Miami Beach this weekend, which means it's time to forget about the recession and dream like it's 2005.   Hundreds of yachts and smaller boats are displayed as part of the Miami International Boat Show in the Indian Creek waterway in Miami Beach,Continue reading "My Way News – Miami Boat Show draws dreamers, bargain hunters"

FISHING REPORT

Dr. Julie Ball reports anglers are working hard for their catches, finding decent-sized stripers - 30 to 44 inches - just off the coast, with beehives of birds often giving up the location. Big schools of larger rockfish are loitering in deeper water from 6 to 15 miles offshore. Targeting striped bass past the 3-mileContinue reading "FISHING REPORT"

Hot February Fishing Records

  More for the record books from the International Game Fish Association (IGFA) for February. From Thailand to Key West, anglers are landing fish they hope are for the record books. NetNewsledger.com - Hot February Fishing Records

Citation-worthy fish grow

THE VIRGINIA Saltwater Fishing Tournament announced that 5,752 trophy-size fish were caught for Citation awards during 2008, the eighth-highest total since the tournament began in 1958. Fredericksburg.com - Citation-worthy fish grow

District of Columbia Seafood Company, Owner and Employee Plead Guilty to Federal Trafficking Charges

  A fish wholesaler, its owner and an employee have all pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia for the illegal purchase and sale of striped bass from the Chesapeake Bay and Potomac River from 2003 through 2007, the Justice Department announced today. Cannon Seafood Inc., its owner and president RobertContinue reading "District of Columbia Seafood Company, Owner and Employee Plead Guilty to Federal Trafficking Charges"

A shortage of hands

Amid growing demand for temporary guest workers nationwide, only one of Maryland's 21 seafood processing plants was able to get visas to bring the foreigners into the country this year. If Congress does not move quickly to make more available, other processors say they won't open this spring. And the loss of a year's income,Continue reading "A shortage of hands"

Watermen Applaud Illegal Rockfish Ring Bust

The bust of an illegal rockfish ring in southern Maryland has watermen wondering how the bust will impact the local industry. According to court documents, the watermen and a seafood dealer are accused of buying and selling 600,000 pounds of rockfish or striped bass between 2003 and 2007. The fish, if sold legally, would haveContinue reading "Watermen Applaud Illegal Rockfish Ring Bust"

Northern Neck News

Financially strapped Virginia watermen are a step closer to getting the $10 million in federal funds appropriated for crab fisheries disaster relief. In action taken last fall another $10 million was approved for Maryland watermen. Northern Neck News

Fountain now trading on Pink Sheets

Fountain Powerboat Industries started trading on Pink Sheets under the symbol FPWB. As of this morning, the stock was trading at 12 cents per share. Fountain now trading on Pink Sheets

Don’t let watermen pack the fishing regulation panel

John Miller, a Newport News Democrat, has introduced a seemingly innocent bill, SB1087, which passed the Senate unanimously and this week begins its House journey. The goal of the bill is to expand the VMRC from eight members to 10, and to add two watermen to the panel. There is already plenty of opportunity forContinue reading "Don’t let watermen pack the fishing regulation panel"

Rockfish sting hits three in Va.

Eastern District court records under seal until recently show that area watermen fished out of season using submerged nets for striped bass. They also altered and reused fish tags and sold illegal catches on the black market. Kenneth Dent, who owns property at 2014 Cherry Hill Road, and Jerry Decatur Jr. and Jerry Decatur, bothContinue reading "Rockfish sting hits three in Va."

Commercial Fishing for Striped Bass? – Valley Courier

Let’s get right to the point! The states of Maine, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and New Jersey recognize the importance of protecting striped bass status as a game fish from both a recreational and revenue generating point of view. Legislation is currently pending in Massachusetts to accomplish the same goal. Connecticut has protected thisContinue reading "Commercial Fishing for Striped Bass? – Valley Courier"

Rockfish bust could have wide fallout

More than half a dozen watermen have been snared in what is shaping up to be the largest fish-poaching case ever seen in the Chesapeake Bay region. Rockfish bust could have wide fallout - Environment - (HometownAnnapolis.com)

Tilting toward wind off Virginia’s coast

Despite today's stormy economy, the timing probably couldn't be better for proceeding with an experimental wind farm about 12 miles off Virginia Beach's shoreline. Tilting toward wind off Virginia's coast | HamptonRoads.com | PilotOnline.com

Hudson River for stripped bass fishing runs from March 16 to November 30. No license is needed to fish

  The season on the Hudson River for stripped bass fishing runs from March 16 to November 30. No license is needed to fish on the river, but one is needed to fish on any of the tributaries leading into the Hudson. So, it to be careful if you do not have a license andContinue reading "Hudson River for stripped bass fishing runs from March 16 to November 30. No license is needed to fish"

Va. Beach man’s birthday bash was reel deal

Guides there set a lodge record last week, catching and releasing 95 marlin in a six-day period - breaking the previous mark of 76. Most were black marlin and several ranged in the 500- to 700-pound class.   Mates of the boat help Bryan Teabout, right, with a marlin he caught during a trip toContinue reading "Va. Beach man’s birthday bash was reel deal"

Tow boat captain earns honor for lifesaving rescue

Lives were saved and Farlow - a captain with Tow Boat U.S. - has been presented with a national award because of it. Tow boat captain earns honor for lifesaving rescue | HamptonRoads.com | PilotOnline.com

Plan would pay watermen to give up crabbing

Virginia would spend $3 million in federal aid to buy back licenses from hundreds of watermen who agree to stop catching crabs from the Chesapeake Bay, according to a conservation plan proposed this week. Plan would pay watermen to give up crabbing | HamptonRoads.com | PilotOnline.com

Record fish caught in Coinjock

Virginia Beach’s Kelly Williams angler landed a 25-pound longnose gar, measuring 53 1/2 inches in length and 18 1/2 inches in girth, from the Intracoastal Waterway near Coinjock on Jan. 30 while fishing with his neighbor Glenn Cooper. Record fish caught in Coinjock - Sports | DailyAdvance.com

VIRGINIA FISHING REPORT

Dr. Julie Ball reports striped bass are scattered from north of the Eastern Shore, down to Corolla, with some venturing as far as Duck, N.C. When targeting fish in Carolina waters, be aware that a North Carolina fishing license is required. Since fish are often pushed out of range past the 3-mile demarcation line, findingContinue reading "VIRGINIA FISHING REPORT"

DELMARVA Fishing Report

Anglers also are enjoying catch-and-release fishing for school-sized stripers around the pilings of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. The tactic of choice for bridge fishermen is live lining eels on circle hooks, using a big fishing bobber Fishing Report | delawareonline | The News Journal

Striped Bass Bill Divides Fishermen at Vineyard

A renewed effort to restrict striped bass to game fish status in Massachusetts is dividing recreational and commercial fishermen. Striped Bass Bill Divides Fishermen - 2/6/09 - Vineyard Gazette Online

Subway cars in Atlantic City reef see ‘unusual’ damage

New York City subway cars placed on the state's artificial fishing reef off this resort in April already are showing "unusual damage," a state spokeswoman says, and the program has been suspended. Subway cars in Atlantic City reef see 'unusual' damage

Va. angler picked to head program for hurt troops

  Cory Routh, 35, is the new head of the Mid-Atlantic Heroes on the Water program, which helps rehabilitate wounded military troops. (Martin Smith-Rodden | The Virginian-Pilot file photo) Va. angler picked to head program for hurt troops | HamptonRoads.com | PilotOnline.com

Bay & Environment: More woes for watermen?

As if Maryland's watermen need more tsuris, now comes news that the feds have busted a big rockfish poaching ring that could curtail or even end their ability to make a living harvesting the state fish. Bay & Environment: More woes for watermen? - Bay & Environment is The Sun’s blog devoted to news aboutContinue reading "Bay & Environment: More woes for watermen?"

Concerning commercial fishing, Virginia Senate doesn’t get it

On the subject of commercial vs. recreational fishing, it is painfully obvious that Virginia state legislators don’t get it. Concerning commercial fishing, Virginia Senate doesn't get it - Inside Outside - Washington Times - Politics, Breaking News, US and World News

Fishing infractions to be addressed after sting operation –

Fisheries regulators who oversee Maryland's annual striped bass quota should delay any punishment until the conclusion of a state and federal undercover sting operation that broke up a major commercial black market, state natural resources officials said. Fishing infractions to be addressed after sting operation -- baltimoresun.com

Gill net anglers run afoul of inland fishing laws

If you ever want to make a bunch of sport anglers really mad, just let them see gill nets set in what they consider to be their reserved fishing holes. theherald-nc.com | Gill net anglers run afoul of inland fishing laws

Fountain Powerboats reports drop in 2Q sales

Fountain Powerboat Industries today reported a 61 percent drop in net sales for its fiscal 2009 second quarter due to the continuing downturn in marine sales that accelerated during the quarter ending Dec. 31. Fountain reports drop in 2Q sales

Watermen charged in illegal striped bass sales

State and federal investigators have broken up a black market involving watermen and fish dealers who sold millions of dollars' worth of striped bass, illegally taken from the Chesapeake Bay and Potomac River, to shops and restaurants across the country, according to court documents filed in federal court this week. Watermen charged in illegal stripedContinue reading "Watermen charged in illegal striped bass sales"

Deep-water fish get protected areas from North Carolina to Florida:

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has established eight marine protected areas encompassing a total of 529 square nautical miles in south Atlantic federal waters to shield deep-water fish species and their habitats from fishing. Fishing for snappers, groupers, tilefishes, grunts, porgies and sea basses is prohibited throughout the protected areas, which are located offContinue reading "Deep-water fish get protected areas from North Carolina to Florida:"

Delisting procedures started for Fountain

In paperwork filed today with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the company disclosed it was notified that it was subject to immediate delisting unless it appealed the exchange’s decision by Feb. 2.“In light of current economic conditions in general and, in particular, conditions within the marine industry, the company does not believe it can regainContinue reading "Delisting procedures started for Fountain"

Element 21 Sports Company has developed award winning fishing products

Element 21 Sports Company has developed award winning fishing products. Element 21's Carrot Stix(TM) represents the latest in cutting edge technology, using a newly developed proprietary method of integrating nano level cellulose bio-fibers into the rod. With sponsors like Boyd Duckett and many others on all the fishing tours, Element 21 fishing line is oneContinue reading "Element 21 Sports Company has developed award winning fishing products"

FISHING REPORT Richmond Times-Dispatch

  Dr. Julie Ball reports anglers are heading to the oceanfront in pursuit of striped bass. Water temperatures have dropped over the past few weeks, but anglers are hoping the few scattered warmer days will encourage striper activity within range. Smaller, school-sized stripers are taking lures for anglers casting around the pilings and all fourContinue reading "FISHING REPORT Richmond Times-Dispatch"

Outdoors: State record could be in forecast for ’09 anglers –

Rockfish: Though the 2008 Young of the Year Index was down appreciably, it won't affect striper numbers and availability this year. In the past year though record fuel prices severely impacted the effort, the catching wasn't bad. Pre-trophy (catch-and-release) fishing was very good, much of the spring trophy season was likewise and the fall migrationContinue reading "Outdoors: State record could be in forecast for ’09 anglers –"

Jan. 29 Fishing Report: Black bass picking up as February approaches Wilmington, NC

Stuart Smith reports that black bass fishing has been the most consistent fishing over the past week. Some grouper are still being caught with lots of sharks mixed in. Bluefin tuna fishing has been very slow. Source: Intracoastal Angler. Jan. 29 Fishing Report: Black bass picking up as February approaches | StarNewsOnline.com | Star-News |Continue reading "Jan. 29 Fishing Report: Black bass picking up as February approaches Wilmington, NC"

NC congressman wants beach driving rules loosened

A North Carolina congressman who tried to block strict new rules for driving on Outer Banks beaches last year is trying again. Republican Rep. Walter Jones said Wednesday that small businesses on Hatteras and Ocracoke islands are being hit by the economic downturn, but also by federal rules that bar or restrict access to someContinue reading "NC congressman wants beach driving rules loosened"

Fishing Report

Boaters targeting keeper rockfish have consistently been returning to the dock at the Virginia Beach Fishing Center with limits of fish in their coolers. Charters running out of Oregon Inlet also have been connecting with good numbers of striped bass over the 30-pound mark, with the top weigh-in reported by the Oregon Inlet Fishing CenterContinue reading "Fishing Report"

Indictment: Embezzlement funded Suffolk pair’s shopping spree

Suffolk couple accused of embezzling more than $2 million purchased a 42-foot fishing boat called the Matador, a $44,000 Lexus and two $32,000 Toyota FJ Cruisers, a federal indictment unsealed this week alleges. Karen A. Hiles and James G. Hiles are charged with conspiracy, uttering, mail fraud, wire fraud, bank fraud and aggravated identity theft.Continue reading "Indictment: Embezzlement funded Suffolk pair’s shopping spree"

VMRC votes to open up Maryland waters to Virginia charters

A two-tiered guide license system was approved, one license open to all charter boats plying Virginia's saltwaters and the other limited in number but to be honored by Maryland as part of a reciprocal agreement that Maryland officials have tentatively accepted. The new licenses are on sale now. VMRC votes to open up Maryland watersContinue reading "VMRC votes to open up Maryland waters to Virginia charters"

Anglers catch more North Carolina Fish in 2007

From boat, pier and surf, anglers fishing North Carolina coastal waters have been ramping up catches of some saltwater species, including traditional favorites such as king mackerel, red drum and spotted seatrout. Anglers catch more fish in 2007 - Sports - News & Observer

Seal Visits Chincoteague, Va Beach

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Atlantic rockfish: These fish rock

  Roger Blackburn, left, and Janice Doyle each wrestled with a rockfish off the Virginia Beach coast aboard The Waterman with Capt. Mike Standing.  Giant schools of the voracious predators produce a lot of simultaneous action. Flocks of gannets skimming over the water are a good clue as to where the rockfish can be found.Continue reading "Atlantic rockfish: These fish rock"

Lawmakers Confirm Cuts in Local Aid @ Vineyard

Members of the Island commercial fishing industry were on hand to express concern over a bill currently at the state house which would put harsher regulations on commercial fishing of striped bass. Buddy Vanderhoop, a longtime Island fisherman who said he makes 100 per cent of his income from the trade, said commercial fishing hasContinue reading "Lawmakers Confirm Cuts in Local Aid @ Vineyard"

Big Step for Striper Conservation

In Florida, striped bass populations that thrive in the northern part of the state are decommercialized, which means that they cannot be commercially harvested and cannot be sold. Now Massachusetts lawmakers are considering similar conservation measures to protect their valuable stocks of the popular gamefish. Big Step for Striper Conservation

GENE MUELLER: Virginia a kingpin on Atlantic Coast

Virginia is considered by many to be one of the kingpins along the Atlantic Coast. For example, the Virginia Saltwater Fishing Tournament last year again included an imposing list of entries by sport anglers. The tournament is a free annual contest in which anybody who matches or exceeds certain weights for a variety of speciesContinue reading "GENE MUELLER: Virginia a kingpin on Atlantic Coast"

Whale of good time in Atlantic

The birds were flying in a frenzy off the mouth of the Chesapeake and Capt. Stu Burgoon Jr. swiftly piloted his 44-foot Hook Mash to where he figured the action was, but this time he was fooled. It wasn't striped bass that were under the gulls and gannets, it was a surfacing humpback whale wellContinue reading "Whale of good time in Atlantic"

FISHING REPORT | Richmond Times-Dispatch

CHESAPEAKE BAY/OCEAN Dr. Julie Ball reports striped bass within the 40-pound range continue to patrol local waters. The milder temperatures from earlier in the season slowed the winter cool-down, but the recent cold weather is causing water temperatures to drop quickly. Long Bay Pointe Bait and Tackle reports large pods of bait and beehives ofContinue reading "FISHING REPORT | Richmond Times-Dispatch"

NDBC – Station 44099

  This is a good site for the new buoy off Cape Henry.  From Max King http://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/station_page.php?station=44099

On an ice-breaking mission in Kent Narrows

  A.V. Sandusky mate Jason Spadero of Edgewater pushes away ice floes in the Kent Narrows. The Sandusky is one of three ice-breaking ships owned by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. On an ice-breaking mission - Environment - (HometownAnnapolis.com)

Judge lets ethanol suit move forward

District Court judge in southern Florida recently denied a request to dismiss a lawsuit regarding the damage that gasoline blended with ethanol does to boat engines and fuel tanks. Judge lets ethanol suit move forward

Bluefin bite hooks anglers – Sports – News & Observer

OCEAN ISLE -- In the darkness of an early January morning, the lights of the dock at Ocean Isle Fishing Center revealed a bustle of activity.   Finding success during a recent run of good fishing, charter captain Brant McMullan ties off a large bluefin tuna after reeling it in off the coast of OceanContinue reading "Bluefin bite hooks anglers – Sports – News & Observer"