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California Marine Life Protection Act Implementation Update

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:34:10 -0400

ASA and the Partnership for Sustainable Oceans (PSO), which represents recreational fishing and boating interests, scored a “win” in the Marine Life Protection Act planning process. The PSO, as well as numerous other organizations and individual anglers, voiced their objections to a decision to allowing Proposal "C," the most extreme marine protected areas (MPAs) closure plan for southern California, to move forward as one of seven alternatives despite being soundly defeated during the Regional Stakeholder Group (RSG) meeting held May 19-21, in Santa Ana, Calif.

Yellowtail Derby Back after 36 year Hiatus

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 21:37:57 -0400

The International Yellowtail Derby is set to start on September 26 and run for 8 days of fishing and on the ninth day the winners will be awarded on Oct 4. $50,000 in cash and prizes will given out if the r the goal of 2,000 entrants is reached. 100% of the entries will be returned to the anglers in cash and prizes.

MONROE TAKES FLW SERIES WIN ON THE DELTA

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 11:48:51 -0400

Professional bass angler and Tru-Tungsten pro staffer, Ish Monroe, took home the gold in last week's FLW Stren Series Western Division Tournament on the California Delta.

Ish alternated a black Ish's Phat Frog with a Sprayed Grass Reaction Innovations Sweet Beaver and a 1 1/2-ounce Tru-Tungsten weight to bag a total of 66 pounds on his way to a wire-to-wire win. For his efforts the Hughson, Calif., angler earned $21,605 in cash and a fully rigged Ranger boat.

ANGLERS AND BOATERS ACTION ALERT

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 23:05:18 -0400

Express your outrage at a recent MLPA Initiative decision that favors extensive ocean closures in Southern California

It's becoming increasingly evident that the interests of ocean closure advocates are taking precedence in the Marine Life Protection Act (MLPA) implementation process. It was disclosed last week that proposal "C", the most extreme marine protected areas (MPAs) closure plan for Southern California, was allowed to move forward as one of seven alternatives despite being soundly defeated in voting held at the end of the Regional Stakeholder Group (RSG) meeting held May 19-21, in Santa Ana.

WRIGHT & MCGILL TO PRODUCE SKEET REESE SIGNATURE FISHING RODS

Wed, 27 May 2009 13:58:17 -0400

Auburn, California- 2009 Bassmaster Classic Champion and 2007 Bassmaster Angler of the Year Skeet Reese, announces a new partnership with the Wright & McGill Co. to produce a new line of Skeet Reese Signature Tessera Fishing Rods. The series will be based on the competitive needs of one of the world's best anglers combined with the technological expertise of one of the industry's most well known manufacturers.

BERKLEY EXPERIENCE TRAILER COMING TO MANTECA, CALIFORNIA

Wed, 27 May 2009 12:08:58 -0400

COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA - The Berkley Experience Trailer is headed to the Bass Pro Shops store in Manteca, California The trailer will roll in May 29 - 31 and will offer demonstrations and interactive games for kids and adults.

CAL DFG PLANTING TROUT IN CAPLES LAKE

Fri, 22 May 2009 10:45:52 -0400

The Department of Fish and Game (DFG) is planting 36,000 rainbow trout at Caples Lake in Alpine County over the next two weeks. The first load of fish will be released Friday, just in time for Memorial Day Weekend.

CALIFORNIA DEPT. OF BOATING AND WATERWAYS USES STEARNS PRODUCTS IN CONJUNCTION WITH SUMMER'S SAFE BOATING CAMPAIGN

Thu, 21 May 2009 17:55:52 -0400

WICHITA, KANSAS - Heightened summertime usage of California's waterways combined with expected increases in close-to-home vacations elevates the need for boating and water safety education to an even higher level in 2009. To meet this need, the California Department of Boating and Waterways (CDB&W) has once again tabbed Stearns® products for use in this year's Safe Boating Campaign to promote boating and water safety. This is the sixth year the department has relied on Stearns-branded personal flotation devices (PFDs) for this highly visible and effective promotion of boating and water safety that coincides with the summer's boating season.

TRI-BOATING SAFETY FAIR KICKS OFF NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK

Thu, 14 May 2009 16:23:58 -0400

"Go Boating Safely!" is the new theme for Colorado River's annual Tri-State Boating Safety Fair. The event will take place Saturday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lake Havasu City's London Bridge Beach Park, along the Bridgewater Channel at 1340 McCulloch Blvd.

CALIFORNIA DFG TO MAKE DECISION ON NORTH CENTRAL COAST RECREATIONAL FISHING ACCESS

Fri, 08 May 2009 22:30:02 -0400

Anglers' letters needed to persuade Commission to adopt Proposal 2XA

SEND YOUR MESSAGE NOW!
To protect as much recreational fishing opportunity as possible, send a letter to the California Fish and Game Commission in support of proposal 2XA.

PORT OF SAN DIEGO'S ANNUAL DAY AT THE DOCKS ATTENDED BY THOUSANDS

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 19:47:47 -0400

After months of planning, exhibitors representing every facet of sportfishing, put the final touches on their booths as the aisles filled with anglers and their families for the Port of San Diego's 30th Annual Day at the Docks.

CALIFORNIA WATERSHED RESTORATION GRANT DEADLINE APPROACHING

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 18:59:39 -0400

The Department of Fish and Game (DFG) Fisheries Restoration Grant Program is soliciting proposals for fisheries restoration projects in California's coastal watersheds. Proposal packages are due on May 15, 2009. The primary goal of this program is to ensure the survival and protection of coho salmon, steelhead trout, Chinook salmon and cutthroat trout in the state's coastal watersheds.

SAN DIEGO'S CATHERINE MILLER HONORED BY IGFA

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:51:33 -0400

San Diego, California…IGFA Representative Catherine Miller of San Diego celebrated the 30th anniversary of the Port of San Diego's 30th Annual Day at the Docks® which honors San Diego's Sportfishing Fleet on April 19, 2009. Catherine Miller, the producer of Day at the Docks, along with the San Diego Port, has worked tirelessly for over 30 years to produce this major San Diego event which introduces the general public to one of the world's largest sportfishing fleets.

TOCCOA TAGGING STUDY OFFERS CHANCE FOR LIFETIME FREE LICENSE

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:31:59 -0400

Calhoun, Georgia - Anglers looking to land trophy trout in the 15-mile stretch of the Toccoa River between Blue Ridge Dam and the Tennessee state line now also have a chance to hunt and fish in Georgia for life for free.

Daniel Hernandez Youth Foundation 4th Annual Kick-Off Fundraiser

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 00:01:13 -0400

(Long Beach, CA) – The Seal Beach Yacht Club will be the location host for the 2009 Annual Fishing Season Kick-Off Party on Saturday, April 25, 2009. The MC for the evening will be TV fisherman Dan Hernandez, host of the long running TV show, Sport Fishing with Dan Hernandez and founder of the Daniel Hernandez Youth Foundation. The 2009 Fishing Season Kick-Off Party will provide fun, fish chat, fellowship and food for party goers and the proceeds will give hundreds of kids all over Southern California a chance to go fishing for free! Event highlights include a tasty barbeque dinner and hosted cocktail hour, as well as fishing seminars featuring long range sport fishing expert, Captain Andy Cates and fishing guide Mike Gardner. Both speakers will be talking about how-to catch more fish, their love of fishing as a kid and how important fishing has been to them in their lives.