ASGA Launches “The Jack Project” in Collaboration with Florida International University, Mississippi State University and the Lower Keys Guides Association Building off the Successful Albie Project, ASGA Looks to Uncover Key Migration and Population Connectivity Data of Jack Crevalle from The Carolinas to Texas Stuart, Florida – February 18, 2025
In January, Louisiana experienced an unprecedented winter storm that shattered long standing snowfall records across the state. On January 21st, Baton Rouge recorded 7.6 inches of snow, marking the city’s snowiest day since records began in 1892. New Orleans also saw its snowiest day on record, with up to 10
In the latest episode of the Guide Post Podcast, we shift gears from fisheries policy and conservation to the world of small business and entrepreneurship in the fishing industry. ASGA’s Captain Cody Rubner sits down with Zack Richardson, founder of Zack’s Custom Rods, to talk about how he turned a
The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) is leading the way with a conservation-minded proposal aimed at safeguarding the largest spawning fish in our coastwide striped bass fishery. This action could not only protect critical cohorts of the stock but also mark a paradigm shift in management priorities along the
False albacore have been getting a lot of attention lately. Oftentimes when you see a news release on fisheries management, it is based on poor circumstances. Thankfully, the story of little tunny in North Carolina is anything but. The most recent meeting in the Tar Heel State resulted in a
Feature Photo: Austin Green Photography The fishing community lost an icon earlier this month. ASGA was deeply saddened by the loss of Bob Popovics, a legend whose impact on fly fishing extends far beyond the revolutionary flies he created. Popovics wasn’t just an innovator—he was a mentor and a community
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
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
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
The state of North Carolina is making a significant move toward conserving our beloved false albacore. Known to recreational anglers as “little tunny,” this lightning-fast, often-picky fish plays a key role in marine ecosystems and offers unforgettable experiences for anglers of all skill levels. However, despite its popularity, the false
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