Chesapeake Bay 2023 Juvenile Striped Bass Survey Results Announced
Maryland’s juvenile abundance index, which measures the reproductive success of striped bass in the Chesapeake Bay, recorded its second-lowest value in the time series in 2023. This represents the fifth consecutive below-average spawn from the annual survey, which dates back to the 1950s. “To rebuild the striped bass population–let alone maintain a rebuilt condition—the entire striped bass fishery must participate in conservation and continued poor recruitment reinforces that point. ASA urges managers to reduce commercial landings and set equal limits for all recreational fishing modes as it finalizes Addendum II to the Fishery Management Plan this winter,” said ASA’s Atlantic Fisheries Policy Director Mike Waine. Learn more
ASA President Glenn Hughes Highlights the SHARKED Act in Marlin Magazine
In case you missed it, last week ASA President Glenn Hughes highlighted the SHARKED Act and shark depredation in Marlin Magazine. Hughes discussed how mitigating shark depredation requires a multifaceted approach and noted how the SHARKED Act is a significant first step to helping anglers and fishery managers navigate shark encounters. Read here
Film Looks at How Conservation Partnerships Benefit our Nation’s Bass Fisheries
Produced by the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program (WSFR), this cinematic video highlights how the Sport Fish Restoration Program has aided in the conservation of bass and provided outstanding bass fisheries and public access across the United States. The film creates an awareness of the Sport Fish Restoration Program and the opportunities for anglers and boaters that are made possible by excise taxes on angling equipment and fuel. This film is a product of the Partner with a Payer initiative. Watch here
ASA Government Affairs – Working For You
For 90 years, ASA had been looking out for the interests of the sportfishing industry and the entire recreational fishing community. ASA’s dedicated Government Affairs Team advocates on behalf of our nation’s fisheries, keeping more anglers on the water. Watch our video below to hear from ASA members on their advocacy work on Capitol Hill. Watch here
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service: Biden-Harris Administration Makes $36 Million Available for Fish Passage and River Restoration Projects as Part of President’s Investing in America Agenda
Chesapeake Bay Magazine: Striped Bass Survey Shows Juvenile Rockfish Numbers Are Dropping In “Disturbing Trend”
Dan Small Radio Show: Help ensure young anglers get a good start in their fishing career.
