The Maryland Department of Natural Resources recently announced that the 2013 striped bass juvenile index is 5.8.
The survey is conducted at 22 major sites in the four major spawning systems; the Choptank, Potomac, and Nanticoke rivers, and the Upper Bay.
DNR biologists visited each site monthly from July through September, collecting fish samples with two sweeps of a 100-foot beach seine. Juvenile indices are calculated as the average catch of young-of-year fish per sample.
During this year’s survey of juveniles, biologists counted more than 34,000 fish of 51 different species, including 759 juvenile Striped Bass.
The survey indicated that a number of other species experienced good spawning conditions during the 2013 season. American shad reproduction was approximately four times higher than the long-term average, particularly in the Potomac River. White perch experienced near-average reproduction.
DNR has monitored the reproductive success of Striped Bass and other species in Maryland’s portion of the Chesapeake Bay annually since 1954.
For more information, visit: http://www.dnr.state.md.us/fisheries/juvindex/
source: Maryland Department of Natural Resources
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Monday, October 21, 2013
Monday, April 29, 2013
Maryland Chesapeake Bay Spring Striped Bass Season
The opening weekend of Maryland’s 2013 Chesapeake Bay spring striped bass season was dominated by windy weather and rough conditions. From April 20 through May 15, anglers are limited to one fish per person per day and a minimum size of 28 inches.
Maryland striped bass regulations include a mix of season dates and per-angler per-day fish limits. Size is measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail.
April 20 – May 15
Anglers are allowed one fish (28 inch minimum). Fishing for Striped Bass is restricted to Chesapeake Bay waters from the Brewerton Channel to the Virginia Line, including Tangier and Pocomoke Sounds. Fishing for Striped Bass is not allowed in any other bays, sounds, tributaries, creeks and rivers during the early season.
May 16 – May 31
Anglers are allowed to harvest two fish, minimum 18 inches, with just one over 28 inches. The legal striped Bass fishing area expands slightly during the May striped bass season.
June 1- December 15
Anglers are allowed two fish, minimum 18 inches, with just one over 28 inches. All Maryland Chesapeake Bay and tributary waters open for Striped Bass fishing.
For information on Maryland fishing regulations, visit dnr.state.md.us
source: MD DNR
Maryland striped bass regulations include a mix of season dates and per-angler per-day fish limits. Size is measured from the tip of the snout to the tip of the tail.
April 20 – May 15
Anglers are allowed one fish (28 inch minimum). Fishing for Striped Bass is restricted to Chesapeake Bay waters from the Brewerton Channel to the Virginia Line, including Tangier and Pocomoke Sounds. Fishing for Striped Bass is not allowed in any other bays, sounds, tributaries, creeks and rivers during the early season.
May 16 – May 31
Anglers are allowed to harvest two fish, minimum 18 inches, with just one over 28 inches. The legal striped Bass fishing area expands slightly during the May striped bass season.
June 1- December 15
Anglers are allowed two fish, minimum 18 inches, with just one over 28 inches. All Maryland Chesapeake Bay and tributary waters open for Striped Bass fishing.
For information on Maryland fishing regulations, visit dnr.state.md.us
source: MD DNR
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Chesapeake Bay Poachers Nets Contain 10 Tons of Striped Bass
Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) found more than 10 tons of illegally caught striped bass in the Chesapeake Bay near Bloody Point and Eastern Bay. This is the largest bust in nearly 30 years and according to the NRP the end doesn’t seem to be in sight.
“The Maryland Saltwater Sportfishermen’s Association is disheartened and outraged over the 10 tons of illegally caught rockfish in our own Chesapeake Bay”, MSSA’s President Vince Ringgold said. “We find this flagrant disregard for the law and our public resource deplorable. These illegal actions must stop”, Ringgold added.
Additional illegal nets have been found in the mouth of the Choptank but have revealed very few fish as they were captured not too long after being set. The NRP is investigating all leads and will continue its efforts to find these illegal nets and the people responsible.
The Chesapeake Bay is thought to be the spawning ground and nursery for around 75 percent of the Atlantic Coast migratory striped bass stock.. Maryland is under from the other Atlantic states to protect the spawning grounds of striped bass and to ensure a sustainable fishery.
source: MSSA
“The Maryland Saltwater Sportfishermen’s Association is disheartened and outraged over the 10 tons of illegally caught rockfish in our own Chesapeake Bay”, MSSA’s President Vince Ringgold said. “We find this flagrant disregard for the law and our public resource deplorable. These illegal actions must stop”, Ringgold added.
Additional illegal nets have been found in the mouth of the Choptank but have revealed very few fish as they were captured not too long after being set. The NRP is investigating all leads and will continue its efforts to find these illegal nets and the people responsible.
The Chesapeake Bay is thought to be the spawning ground and nursery for around 75 percent of the Atlantic Coast migratory striped bass stock.. Maryland is under from the other Atlantic states to protect the spawning grounds of striped bass and to ensure a sustainable fishery.
source: MSSA
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
New Maryland Saltwater Fishing License Requirements
Effective January 1, 2011, anglers who fish in Maryland will see significant changes to sportfishing license requirements. Enacted by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR), many of these changes are being implemented to allow the State to comply with Federal law calling for a national database of saltwater anglers.
Notable changes include:
- A single comprehensive saltwater sport fishing license has been created to replace the one in effect since 1985. The new Chesapeake Bay and Coastal Sport Fishing License will now cover Maryland waters off the Atlantic coast, including the coastal bays, in addition to Maryland waters of the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries.
- The NOAA National Saltwater Angler Registration will no longer be valid for anglers fishing in Maryland waters. DNR will provide angler contact information to NOAA obtained through State licenses and registration.
- A new recreational sport fishing license fee structure has been adopted and registration for certain unlicensed anglers will be required. The license fees for several non-resident categories of Maryland’s recreational fishing licenses have been changed and five-day licenses have been extended to seven days.
Specific details on the changes, new fee structure and exemptions are available at dnr.state.md.us/service/fishing_license.asp with questions can email customerservice@dnr.state.md.us or call (410) 656-9526
source: MD DNR
Notable changes include:
- A single comprehensive saltwater sport fishing license has been created to replace the one in effect since 1985. The new Chesapeake Bay and Coastal Sport Fishing License will now cover Maryland waters off the Atlantic coast, including the coastal bays, in addition to Maryland waters of the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries.
- The NOAA National Saltwater Angler Registration will no longer be valid for anglers fishing in Maryland waters. DNR will provide angler contact information to NOAA obtained through State licenses and registration.
- A new recreational sport fishing license fee structure has been adopted and registration for certain unlicensed anglers will be required. The license fees for several non-resident categories of Maryland’s recreational fishing licenses have been changed and five-day licenses have been extended to seven days.
Specific details on the changes, new fee structure and exemptions are available at dnr.state.md.us/service/fishing_license.asp with questions can email customerservice@dnr.state.md.us or call (410) 656-9526
source: MD DNR
Monday, May 10, 2010
Championship on the Chesapeake Tournament Results
The 27th annual Championship on the Chesapeake, the country’s largest rockfish tournament, concluded on May 4th with 580 boats and approximately 4,000 anglers participating in this year’s event. The Maryland Saltwater Sportfishermen’s Association (MSSA), the largest sport fishing group in the state hosted this event.
For three days, starting on April 30, anglers from all over the East Coast put their skills to the test as they experienced world class fishing on the Chesapeake Bay and competed for some significant cash prizes and the title of Champion.
This year’s champion in the amateur division is Kevin Howell of Edgewater, Maryland. Howell weighed in a 52.55 pound rockfish at the Rod N’ Reel docks in Chesapeake Beach just after noon on Friday. Howell said he caught it just south of the CR buoy in 55 feet of water using a 9 inch white shad off his planer board. Howell’s catch secured him first place in the overall tournament and first in three of the additional skill levels bringing his total earnings to $21,750.
This year’s Champion in the Professional and Charter Boat division went to Captain O’Brien who runs a charter boat, Semper Fidelis III, out of Chesapeake Beach, Maryland. Captain O’Brien weighed in a 35 pound rockfish taking home nearly $10,000.
The Catch and Release division was popular this year as anglers turned in their catch logs for a chance at some new fishing gear. The winner Sam Fisher Jr, who has won this portion of the tournament before, will receive $800 in fishing gear and merchandise from local tackle shops. Second through fifth place will also receive fishing gear for their efforts.
For more information and a complete list of tournament results please visit www.mssa.net.
For three days, starting on April 30, anglers from all over the East Coast put their skills to the test as they experienced world class fishing on the Chesapeake Bay and competed for some significant cash prizes and the title of Champion.
This year’s champion in the amateur division is Kevin Howell of Edgewater, Maryland. Howell weighed in a 52.55 pound rockfish at the Rod N’ Reel docks in Chesapeake Beach just after noon on Friday. Howell said he caught it just south of the CR buoy in 55 feet of water using a 9 inch white shad off his planer board. Howell’s catch secured him first place in the overall tournament and first in three of the additional skill levels bringing his total earnings to $21,750.
This year’s Champion in the Professional and Charter Boat division went to Captain O’Brien who runs a charter boat, Semper Fidelis III, out of Chesapeake Beach, Maryland. Captain O’Brien weighed in a 35 pound rockfish taking home nearly $10,000.
The Catch and Release division was popular this year as anglers turned in their catch logs for a chance at some new fishing gear. The winner Sam Fisher Jr, who has won this portion of the tournament before, will receive $800 in fishing gear and merchandise from local tackle shops. Second through fifth place will also receive fishing gear for their efforts.
For more information and a complete list of tournament results please visit www.mssa.net.
Monday, March 8, 2010
2010 MSSA "Championship on the Chesapeake" Spring Tournament
The Maryland Saltwater Sportfishermen’s Association (MSSA) has announced its 27th Annual Spring Tournament, "Championship on the Chesapeake", April 30th - May 2nd, 2010. The event is said to be the largest spring rockfish tournament in the country.
"Trophy Season" is marked by the first weekend in May as the coastal stock of striped bass make their way through the Chesapeake Bay to the Atlantic after spawning in our rivers. With the "Trophy Season" just starting, this tournament is guaranteed to provide three days of fun and excitement on the Bay, as over 650 boats and nearly 4,000 anglers get an opportunity to catch one of these magnificent beauties. The winning fish could be worth $100,000!
All cash and merchandise prizes are for rockfish. The heaviest rockfish on the scales shall be declared the winner of the main tournament. In addition to all main tournament prizes there will be several "Tournament within Tournament" (TWTs) to compete in.
It is important to note that participants should enter in all of the "Tournament within Tournament" (TWTs) to have a chance at the huge cash prize for heaviest rockfish. While this may require more money to enter, this will give anglers a shot at a huge sum of money.
The Spring Tournament is an amateur tournament; however, there is a Professional Division with separate cash prizes and awards. All monies collected from the "Professional Division’s" will be deposited in a special account for their cash prizes. The amateur participants will not have to compete against the Pros.
As the MSSA continues to fight for better fishing in the Bay and elsewhere, the organization asks that participants practice conservation and take part in the "Catch and Release Division" as well. The association asks anglers to release sub-legal rockfish and fish over the daily creel as carefully as possible.
This event is the principle source of revenue for the MSSA. The proceeds from the tournament enable the MSSA to conduct many activities and enhance recreational fishing opportunities for Maryland. The MSSA has been recognized as the "Official Voice of Maryland Recreational Anglers."
For more information, visit: http://www.mssa.net/championship.html
"Trophy Season" is marked by the first weekend in May as the coastal stock of striped bass make their way through the Chesapeake Bay to the Atlantic after spawning in our rivers. With the "Trophy Season" just starting, this tournament is guaranteed to provide three days of fun and excitement on the Bay, as over 650 boats and nearly 4,000 anglers get an opportunity to catch one of these magnificent beauties. The winning fish could be worth $100,000!
All cash and merchandise prizes are for rockfish. The heaviest rockfish on the scales shall be declared the winner of the main tournament. In addition to all main tournament prizes there will be several "Tournament within Tournament" (TWTs) to compete in.
It is important to note that participants should enter in all of the "Tournament within Tournament" (TWTs) to have a chance at the huge cash prize for heaviest rockfish. While this may require more money to enter, this will give anglers a shot at a huge sum of money.
The Spring Tournament is an amateur tournament; however, there is a Professional Division with separate cash prizes and awards. All monies collected from the "Professional Division’s" will be deposited in a special account for their cash prizes. The amateur participants will not have to compete against the Pros.
As the MSSA continues to fight for better fishing in the Bay and elsewhere, the organization asks that participants practice conservation and take part in the "Catch and Release Division" as well. The association asks anglers to release sub-legal rockfish and fish over the daily creel as carefully as possible.
This event is the principle source of revenue for the MSSA. The proceeds from the tournament enable the MSSA to conduct many activities and enhance recreational fishing opportunities for Maryland. The MSSA has been recognized as the "Official Voice of Maryland Recreational Anglers."
For more information, visit: http://www.mssa.net/championship.html
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