May 21, 2018 — The following was released by the South Atlantic fishery Management Council:
South Atlantic Update Spring 2018 Newsletter
Inside this issue:
Collecting Recreational Data
This issue focuses on how recreational information is collected – and recent changes that reflect an increase in recreational effort.
Red Snapper Season 2018?
Will there be a red snapper season this year? Find out the latest as NOAA Fisheries continues to review Amendment 43…
Electronic Reporting for Charter Vessels
Proposed mandatory weekly trip-level reporting aims to improve recreational data; sign up now for introductory webinars to be held in the coming weeks or attend a training class…
The recreational reporting pilot project is moving forward with efforts to collect recreational data via mobile application; new app available this June ….
Learn more about the SAFMC by visiting their site here.