This morning, the South Carolina Senate Fish, Game and Forestry Committee held a hearing on Senate Bill 961, focused on the future management of redfish in the state. What unfolded during that meeting was something our Association can only describe as one of the most thoughtful and self-aware fisheries management discussions we have
Support South Carolina’s Bold Step to Protect Red Drum. Sign Our Letter of Support for S. 961! Red drum are more than just a prized catch for South Carolina anglers. They’re a cornerstone of the state’s coastal heritage, a vital part of Lowcountry culture, and a powerhouse in the recreational
What’s going on? The “most important fish in the sea” just exposed one of the biggest management failures in decades. A new assessment shows Atlantic menhaden natural mortality was inaccurately estimated for years, causing quotas set 300 million pounds too high. A significant, immediate reduction is necessary to align with
Mario CampoFisheries Ecologist, Southeastern Louisiana UniversityScience and Policy Associate, American Saltwater Guides Association This discussion explores the status of Gulf Menhaden stocks, their ecological and economic role in the northern Gulf of Mexico, and potential strategies for sustainable fishery management. Forage Fish Overview The term “forage fish” addresses any fish
This guide is meant to educate anglers, conservationists, and the public about the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s (ASMFC) Draft Addendum II to Amendment 2 of the Red Drum Fishery Management Plan (FMP). This document breaks down the issues, explains the science, and highlights how you can get involved to influence decision-making by
Photo Credit: Guiding Flow TV The fishing industry has lost an icon. The family and friends of Philip “Flip” Pallot are terribly saddened to share the news that Flip passed away on August 26, 2025. Fly fishing is the greatest sport in the world. Imagine loving baseball, finally meeting Babe
Fisheries management along the Atlantic coast is a mess, and the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) continues to prove why with its latest moves at the 2025 Summer Meeting, held August 5-7 in Arlington, VA. Striped bass, lobster, and redfish are in trouble. Those are the three most economically
Do you remember your driver’s test? How nervous were you when the instructor pulled out the clipboard and you checked your mirrors five times? There is a very similar dynamic when commercial boats have observers on board. As an aspiring driver, you will put that blinker on ahead of time,
Photo Credit: Graham Tayloe Big Win for Redfish in Alabama Huge news from the Marine Resource Division (MRD) of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR): Updated saltwater creel limits now reflect a more conservation-minded approach for redfish in Alabama state waters. The new regulations were signed into
Feature Photo: Carter Abramson | Simms Fishing at the Fisheries Science Symposium We have more big news in the world of Louisiana redfish. On June 21st, the new Hunting Regulations for the 2025-2027 Seasons (LAC 76:XIX.Chapter 1) went into effect. These regulations eliminate bowfishing in the Biloxi Wildlife Management Area,
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