Offshore Fishing Archives - Page 92 of 98

Bill Hogarth has left NOAA Fisheries after seven years as the director.

Hogarth Departs NOAA: Begins Anew at USF

Monday, December 31, 2007 was Bill Hogarth’s last day as Assistant Administrator for Fisheries after 7 years as leader of NOAA Fisheries and more than 13 years of Federal service to the Nation. […]

Hogarth Departs NOAA: Begins Anew at USF

From News Reports

Monday, December 31, 2007 was Bill Hogarth’s last day as Assistant Administrator for Fisheries after 7 years as leader of NOAA Fisheries and more than 13 years of Federal service to the Nation. […]

Most of the bluefin tuna caught out of Hatteras have been 3 to 10 miles offshore in high 50s or low 60s (water temperatures) in reasonably clear water. Most often these huge fish will be chasing schools of menhaden, but they’ll eat almost anything that swims.

Will Bluefins Rebound?

Bob Goldstein

Large bluefin tuna are being depleted, but they’re not being over-fished.

Anglers should take with a grain of salt the wailing and whining of people who make their living wailing and whining. […]

Down South, Down Under

Jerry Dilsaver

Fishing offshore during the winter is different. It’s a lot of fun, but it requires more preparation than other times of the year. […]

The winter fishery for bluefin tuna is a vital part of the coastal economy of North Carolina.

Bluefin Tuna Meeting Scheduled for Dec. 18 in Morehead City

From News Reports

Commercial and recreational anglers are invited to attend a public meeting in Morehead City to discuss the upcoming Atlantic Bluefin tuna fishery. […]

Amendment 15A to the Snowy Grouper FMP will determine long-term rebuilding plans for overfished stocks of snowy grouper (pictured above), black sea bass and red porgy.

Council Approves Amendment to Rebuild Fish Stocks

From News Reports

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council approved stock rebuilding plans for three economically important species found in the snapper grouper management complex during its recent meeting in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina. […]

Black sea bass, a favorite of Carolina fishermen, are one of three species that will be affected by Amemdments 15A and 15B to the Snapper Grouper Fishery Management Plan for the South Atlantic.

Public Hearings Scheduled for Snapper Grouper Management

From News Reports

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council will hold a series of public hearings beginning in November to solicit public comment on two amendments to the Snapper Grouper Fishery Management Plan for the South Atlantic. […]

Only one blue marlin was brought to the docks during the five tournaments that made up the 2007 S.C. Governor’s Billfish Series. The rest were released.

Governor’s Cup still on top

Jeff Dennis

The S.C. Governor’s Cup Billfishing Series recently completed its 19th season. […]

King mackerel fishing can be as complicated or simple as an angler wants, but tournament anglers try to leave no stones unturned.

A few fall secrets for big macks

Jerry Dilsaver

During the months since I was honored by the membership of the SKA and elected to the organization’s Hall of Fame, I’ve had many congratulations and some good-natured heckling from angler friends. […]