Thursday, June 12, 2008, 22:11
Smith Island surf outing
On 6/15 we will hold a surf outing on Smith Island. We will meet at wise point boat ramp (10 am). John Conquest will lead the convoy over to Smith. We will fish till 4 pm. Also, there will be a gathering at Conquest's house on 6/18 to prepare for the upcoming kids fishing day at Saxis. If you have any questions about the outing or would like to help with kids day feel free to call Matt at 410/957-0198.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 14:31
Black Drum Outing - May 23, 2008
The Eastern Shore of Virginia Anglers Club will be holding their annual black drum outing on Friday, May 23, 2008, at Cape Charles, Va.
Fishing times are from 5:00 p.m to 10:00 p.m and all fish will be checked in at the dock.
Registration should be done via Channel 68.
New members are welcome.
For further information contact George at 787 4237.
Monday, April 28, 2008, 15:20
Morley's Wharf 2008 Kids Day
The Eastern Shore Anglers Club of Virginia is holding their annual "kids day" of fishing at Morley's Wharf on Sunday, May 4, from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Registration begins at noon and is limited, because of pier space, to 100 children aged 3 to 15 and accompanied by an adult. Free rods and reels to keep, bait, and members there to render any assistance needed. Awards and a hot dog lunch immediately afterwards.
For further information call Matt at Seahawk Sports 410 957 0198.
Wednesday, April 16, 2008, 22:00
Flounder event
Flounder outing at folley creek 4/27 1pm-5pm. Call Matt 410/957-0198 or George 757/787-4237 if you have any questions.
Sunday, April 06, 2008, 07:23
RFA Eastern Shore Membership Dinner
On April 29,2008 at 6pm the RFA Eastern Shore Chapter will have it first membership dinner at the Island House in Wachapreage VA. Eric Burnley from the fisherman magazine will be the guest speaker. There will be raffles and door prizes to be enjoyed by all. Dinner will enclude flounder,chicken applewood, salad, and dessert. Prices are $50 for a single, and $65 for a couple. This donation covers your dinner and a year membership to the RFA. The RFA is leading the fight to fix the current and impending problems facing our loved flounder fishiery. You are urged to give your support and join in the fight. Please call 757/787-2105 to your reserve your seat. If you have any other questions feel free to call Matt at Seahawk Sport center 410/957-0198.
Thursday, April 03, 2008, 20:18
Fisheries Measures Proposed
East Coast - Recreational Summer Flounder, Scup and Black Sea Bass Conservation Measures Proposed
NOAA Fisheries has proposed new conservation measures for the 2008 summer flounder, scup, and black sea bass recreational fisheries to prevent overfishing and rebuild these vital fisheries. Recreational landings for 2007 Summer Flounder are estimated to have been 9.30 million lb, exceeding the 2007 limit by approximately 38 percent. Summer Flounder recreational overfishing is thought to have occurred in almost every coastal state. The 2008 coastwide harvest limit is 6,215,800 lb, a 9.2-percent decrease from the 2007 limit. Given the 2007 overages and reduction in available harvest for 2008, landings must be reduced by 33.2-percent coastwide from the 2007 levels to ensure that the 2008 harvest limit is not exceeded. The 2008 scup recreational harvest limit is set at 1,830,920 lb, roughly a 33-percent decrease from the 2007 recreational limit. This reduction is due to the requirements of the scup rebuilding plan, and to improve the overall condition of the fishery that is currently overfished. Based on 2007 landings of Black Sea Bass, no reduction in landings is necessary to achieve the 2008 target of 2.11 million lb.
NOAA Fisheries is seeking comments on these proposals. Please send comments, identified by RIN 0648-AV41, via the Federal eRulemaking Portal http://www.regulations.gov, by mail or hand delivery to Patricia A. Kurkul, Regional Administrator, NOAA Fisheries Service, Northeast Regional Office, One Blackburn Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930. Mark the outside of the envelope: ``Comments on 2008 Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Recreational Measures.'' Comments can also be sent by fax to (978) 281-9135.
For additional information, please contact Michael Ruccio, Fishery Policy Analyst; telephone (978) 281-9104.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008, 08:48
Flounder Related Political Action
There are currently two bills before Congress that are attempting to amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. The 1st bill bill HR.4087, was introduced by Mr. Jones of North Carolina last fall. The 2nd bill, HR.5425, was introduced by Congressman Frank Pallone, on February 13, 2008. HR.5425 is co-sponsored by Mr. Jones, and contains more explicit assertions and language and is intended to be more far reaching in it's results.
Concerned citizens that wish to get involved can contact their representatives in Congress, as well as local Senator's and Delagates to ask for their support of HR.4087 & HR.5425.
A form letter and more information are available here:
http://www.wachapreague.com/forms/flounder1.html
Sunday, March 16, 2008, 19:58
Eastern Shore of Virginia Anglers Club March Outing
The Eastern Shore of Virginia Anglers Club will be holding their annual outing at Cropperville Pond in Accomac on Sunday, March 30, 2008. This fresh water fishing is scheduled 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Picnic to follow. Call 757 787 4237 for directions and also club membership which is open to all.
Thursday, January 17, 2008, 08:06
2008 Summer Flounder Regulations Proposals
The Summer Founder ad hoc committee has met and put together 5 possible options to recommend VMRC consider for public hearing.
The options are:
3 fish @ 18.5 with closed season from 1/1 - 4/15 and 7/21 - 8/16
3 fish @ 18.5 with closed season from 7/21 - 8/25
3 fish @ 19 with closed season from 1/1 – 3/29
4 fish @ 19 with closed season from 7/21 – 7/28
5 fish @ 19 with closed season from 7/21 – 7/30
Sunday, January 06, 2008, 20:18
Eastern Shore Anglers Club January 2008 Meeting
The Eastern Shore Anglers Club will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, January 14, 2008 @ 8 pm at the Accomack County Health Dept. located at 23191 Front Street in Accomack, Va.
All are welcome and new members accepted.
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