Apr 01

MD Tx Slot regulation stipulations and application

Hi everybody. I know I have been posting a lot about MD, and it’s desperate attempts to get control of it’s Bass fishing resources on the Chesapeake Bay. It’s the biggest thing going on the eastern side of the state and Mid-Atlantic Bass community right now. Changes are happening almost weekly. FLW and B.A.S.S. have also addressed it, and seem to have gotten the MD DNR to reconsider it’s position. I would also like to thank you all again for your support and comments, It seems they heard us too. Don’t be surprised if more changes come as the year goes on. They are truly going to change some things for 2017! Everybody is paying attention now. Which is good! It’s what we need to survive and promote our sport. I will continue to keep us up to date on any changes. Hopefully, all the organizations and interests involved can come to a agreement on how to bring back the Chesapeake Bay Bass fishing to what it once was. Everybody is going to have to give a little. Below I am posting the new Special Conditions for Black Bass tournaments without the Slot Limit Stipulation and application the TDs will be using. See ya on the water!

 

 

Mar 28

MD Heard Our Concerns

Here’s what MD heard from us, about the new slot regulation imposed on tournaments. It was brought up at the last Roundtable in February, but they received no definitive ideas or direction. They admit they pushed it through, due to time constraints, wanting to start something this year. So this PDF contains many of the statements echoed across the internet and our industry. The next post will include the new tournament regulations and addendum.

 

http://dnr2.maryland.gov/fisheries/Documents/Tx_Possession_Limit_Document_Response032516.pdf

Mar 15

Marylaind Tidal Bass Action – March 15, 2016

Read the memo very carefully to see how it may impact your season.

Feb 29

MD DNR Black Bass Roundtable 2016

Feb 29,2016: 60 degrees, sun is blazing,then rain, windy, then partly cloudy. It’s so great to live in PA in February. Everybody is thinking about what to they would be throwing today. I’m right there with you. I recently received an update on the MD DNR Black Bass Roundtable, held on Feb.4,2016. It’s a ten page pdf, discussing various topics related to the Potomac and Upper Bay, and all connecting waters. There are facts on the stocking programs, population numbers, and the Middle River fish kill. They are considering a Black Bass Stamp program. There are some new survey questions for those using COMPASS to renew your license. A Largemouth Mouth Bass Virus and Snakehead report. New tournament requirements are being discussed for permits and running of tournaments. Mini reef project in Smoots Bay is discussed, as well as the proposed wave break at Elk Neck. My favorite is the new regulations for 6 Catch & Return Areas to be established, where tournament anglers would not be able to fish, for the next three years. I know some of you may not really be concerned or affected by this on the western side of the state. This is a big thing for all of us though. We need the numbers, to support our proposal, and to let Maryland know we don’t like this regulation. MD TBF is less than 70 members including spouses. At the bottom of the report there is a link for public response. We have until March 10, 2016 to give our input. On a positive note, at the very end, they do recognize that we contribute to their economy, in a large way. Tight Lines Guys. Thanks for your help.

http://dnr2.maryland.gov/fisheries/Documents/BBAR_Vol_8.pdf