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Striped Bass Addendum III: Wasted Resources & Meandering Towards Moratorium

May 13, 2025 7 Comments

Header Photo: Camden Spear Over the past several years, ASGA has consistently championed science-based, precautionary management of Atlantic striped bass to ensure the long-term sustainability of this iconic fishery. Recognizing the current status of the fishery, ASGA has actively supported management measures aimed at reducing fishing mortality and rebuilding this

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Court Rules Striped Bass Conservation Legal

December 13, 2024 3 Comments

Feature Photo: The details of a migratory striped bass landed during its migration back to Maryland waters. Photo: Mike Querfeld Win for Striped Bass Conservation: Court Upholds ASMFC Regulations On December 11, 2024, a significant development in marine conservation unfolded as the Richmond Court delivered its highly anticipated ruling regarding

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Striped Bass Are Calling: Will You Pick Up?

December 9, 2024 No Comments

The Atlantic striped bass fishery is at a crossroads. On December 16th, 2024, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Striped Bass Management Board will hold a pivotal meeting to determine the next steps for striped bass management. Decisions made at this meeting could shape regulations for years to come,

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The Science of Fish Tagging: A Guide to Tracking Fish Movements

November 4, 2024 No Comments

The American Saltwater Guides Association was formed because there was a lack of a unifying voice for fisheries conservation that prioritized resource-first management. Our model follows three core principles to drive change: Science, Education and Advocacy. Sound science is the foundation of everything we do. High-quality data is imperative to

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Your Voice Matters: How To Comment in Fisheries Conversations

October 29, 2024 2 Comments

To the uninitiated, stepping into the fisheries policy space can feel daunting. Many “first timers” can relate. They’re drawn to this world through their passion for fishing and the experiences they dearly cherish. The first time commenting can be nerve racking, but when you get a chance to contribute to

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Circus Comes to Town: Striped Bass Board Meeting Recap

October 24, 2024 7 Comments

Feature Photo: A crew chasing a blitz in the fog from the movie Hard Lined. Yesterday, the ASMFC Striped Bass Management Board hosted a six-hour striper management marathon that consisted of multiple attempts to ignore the latest data and hijack progress in bad faith. Thankfully, all three of these efforts

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2024 ASMFC Annual Meeting Preview  

October 21, 2024 1 Comment

The Striped Bass Board Meeting on Wednesday will review the results of the stock assessment update. Technical Committee conclusions (or lack thereof) and Board decisions have huge implications on rebuilding the stock and the long-term sustainability of this resource. The 2024 Annual ASMFC Meeting is a big one, with many

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Virginia Isn’t For Lovers: Poor Year of Juvenile Stripers in VA

October 17, 2024 4 Comments

Feature Photo: A Healthy Striped Bass landed by Capt. Brian Kelly & his anglers. It appears that the old motto “Virginia is for lovers” didn’t apply to striped bass this year. Earlier today, we reported that Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR) released the 2024 Juvenile Abundance Index. The result: a

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