Daily Archives: May 2, 2013
Tanner Crab Stock Healthy
Alaska Public Media – The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration downgraded the southern tanner crab – or bairdi – in its annual report to Congress. In 2011, the crab was listed as over fished. Now, the federal government reports the stock as safe. continued
A new approach to protect our oceans – Lee Crockett – director of U.S. fisheries campaigns at The Pew Charitable Trusts
The Miami Herald >When the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration hosts its upcoming Washington summit May 7-9 on the future of U.S. fisheries, it will mark the first step in the effort to again reauthorize the Magnuson-Stevens Act. This meeting of stakeholders at Managing Our Nation’s Fisheries III continued
Louisiana Spring Shrimp Season Set To Open
KATC.com – The dates for the 2013 Louisiana spring shrimp season were announced at today’s meeting of the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission. The spring shrimp season was set based on information provided by Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries biologists and on public comments. The opening dates for the 2013 Louisiana shrimp season are as follows: continued
Tests ongoing for fishing vessel American Dynasty in Esquimalt Harbour crash
Investigators were on board the American Dynasty at the Esquimalt Graving Dock on Wednesday to carry out tests on the generator, which failed just prior to the collision, said Raymond Mathew, manager of marine investigations for the safety board. continued
Maine joins Alaska in quest for Arctic influence
The move to start calling in the ice-free port of Portland twice a month builds upon Eimskip’s recent opening of services to northern Norway. The company’s Green Line will now connect Portland with Sortland, Norway, not too far from Tromso.The United States’ most northeastern state will benefit in that its forestry and fishing products, among other goods, will have new export markets, particularly in Europe. Iceland will benefit, too, as its resources, such as aluminum exports, will have easier access to North American markets continued
Exposure to BP oil-contaminated sediment causes defects in killifish, study says
Exposure of embryos of a tiny Gulf of Mexico fish to sediment from Louisiana wetlands contaminated with oil from the BP Deepwater Horizon spill causes defects to the growing fish’s heart and cardiovascular system, delays hatching, and reduces overall hatching success, according to a new study co-authored by two Louisiana State University scientists. continued
Florida Governor Scott Announces $58 Million in Early Restoration Projects for Florida Communities
WJHG – Scott said, “We’re committed to restoring the environment and economy that families have relied upon in the Gulf for generations. These $58 million in Florida projects represent a critical step forward in recovering from the natural resource and recreational losses that resulted from the BP oil spill. We will continue to work with our state, federal and local partners toward solutions that ensure impacted areas are revitalized for families.” List of projects here
NOAA Fisheries – National Marine Fisheries Service Annual Report to Congress on the Status of U.S. Fisheries
About the Report This annual report provides a ‘snapshot’ in time of the status of U.S. fisheries at the end of 2012. Status of Stocks 2012 Report Additional details on managed stocks and past annual reports Read the report here
Waking up with Wicked Tuna on the Morning Buzz, WHEB the Rock station (with the podcasts)
Captain Dave, and mate, nephew Jay are in the studio of The Rock station WHEB yucking it with Greg and the Morning Buzz crew. I’m sitting here this morning trying not to wicked pissah my pants! These frigging guy’s are off the grid, Man!
“There’s no guarantee’s out they-ah” And so it begins! continued
Painful Cuts for Groundfishermen Take Effect
Vineyard Gazette – “These painful cuts will be felt far beyond the docks and will impose economic hardship on our coastal communities.” continued
6 new search and rescue measures expected today
CBCNews- Defence Minister Peter MacKay will announce six new measures related to the search and rescue system on Thursday, including new satellites and changes to response times, CBC News has learned. MacKay has a news conference scheduled for noon in Ottawa with Kerry-Lynne Findlay, associate minister of defense. continued
Md. Shark Fin Bill Supported by Fishing Interests (finally- some common sense!)
BALTIMORE (AP) – A shark fin bill passed by Maryland lawmakers is drawing support from fishing and conservation interests. continued
Three lobster articles from Prince Edward Island
A pilot project next year will study the impact of moving the start of the fall lobster fishery in the Northumberland Strait between P.E.I. and New Brunswick. continued
The P.E.I. Fishermen’s Association is upset about a New Brunswick consultant’s doom-and-gloom comments about this year’s fall lobster fishery. continued
The Progressive Conservatives accused P.E.I.’s fisheries minister of wasting taxpayer money and failing to improve lobster prices during an intense session of the legislature Tuesday. continued
John Bullard Attends Fishermen’s Rally to Show His Support for the Groundfish Industry
On Monday, April 29, the Northeast Seafood Coalition held a rally in Boston, MA to mobilize support for efforts to help the groundfish industry weather what they have called “The Perfect Storm of Circumstances.” Northeast Region 
Administrator John Bullard attended the rally to show NOAA Fisheries support for fishermen, fishing families and fishing communities. continued
DFO scientist amazed by ‘extreme’ ocean temperatures
A federal scientist based in Nova Scotia says ocean temperatures off the East Coast of Canada were about two to four degrees above normal in 2012, setting record highs. “On average, it’s probably three to five times the normal variability. So it’s quite extreme,” said Dave Hebert, a Canadian scientist at the Bedford Institute of Oceanography in Halifax. continued
Proposal fails to reel in debate over Louisiana’s shortened snapper season
Earlier in the legislative session, Sen. Bret Allain, R-Franklin, got passage of a resolution requesting that federal officials address lawmakers in Baton Rouge to explain why Louisiana’s red snapper season has gone from 194 days in 2004 to just nine for 2013, but they declined. continued
Lusby man sentenced for trafficking illegally harvested striped bass
somdnews.com – A former Stoney’s Kingfishers Charters fishing boat captain was sentenced Thursday in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia for allegedly illegally harvesting and selling striped bass, in violation of the Lacey Act. continued
Letter To The Editor :An uphill challenge for commercial fishermen – Alison Tomlinson Willis, Harkers Island, N.C.
Carteret County News-Times – My name is Alison Tomlinson Willis. I am originally from Raleigh. I now live in Harkers Island, but until a few years ago, my family owned and operated Mayview Convalescent Center for over 50 years in Raleigh. Thus, I was not born into a commercial fishing family. I choose to join one. I have been welcomed into a unique way of life, filled with a dominating sense of community and filled with heritage and a love for the water. My husband, Eddie Willis, is a fourth generation commercial fisherman. continued
California commercial salmon fishing season opens
AP- SAN FRANCISCO—Commercial salmon fishermen are heading to sea from San Francisco and other area ports in what is expected to be a strong fishing season. continued
Editorial: Don’t forsake present in pressing for fishery’s dire needs – Gloucester Daily Times
The simple fact is that NOAA officials — right to the top and credibility-flawed General Counsel Lois Schiffer, while both NOAA and the Department of Commerce embarrassingly flounder without even acting chief administrators — have adopted the mantra of the agency’s bullying agents who, according to documentation, told workers at the former Gloucester Seafood Auction during an unauthorized, 2005 after-hours raid, that they were, in fact, “accountable to no one.” And all the municipal and state ideas in the world will be hard-pressed to break through that mentality until congressional lawmakers stand up and use NOAA and Commerce budgetary cuts and other actions to break up or into the agency itself. continued
Gloucester Marine Railways steps back for its future
The 158-year-old set of marine railways now known as the Gloucester Marine Railways Corp. has undergone a series of changes over the years, notably taking on at least three different names. But the newest alteration will not only increase efficiency at the railways, but will also restore the pier construction depicted in photos from the 1800s. continued
Deadlines for Public Comments on 2013 North East Groundfish Measures
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