Change of Fishing regs? - Page 2

Warrior · 07-14-2007, 09:25 PM

Ocean reef in early june was busy. Found fuel to only be $1 more than here. YFTs were better than Key west too. Going to Grand tomorrow and planning a trip to Spanish in August...will let u know about over there.

bajakian · 07-14-2007, 11:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Warrior

Ocean reef in early june was busy. Found fuel to only be $1 more than here. YFTs were better than Key west too. Going to Grand tomorrow and planning a trip to Spanish in August...will let u know about over there.

I was there June 9-16. Fuel was 4.65 per gallon.

quack quack · 07-19-2007, 12:21 PM

Well got wind of a new rumor that they changed the regs back to 1987.99% a rumor every one in the islands has a diff story

They are handing out old regs and some guys say they are good

Ask 2 diff officials get 3 diff answers.

Ask a guy on the dock and they will say take a

Bahamian and keep all you want

islandshark633 · 07-19-2007, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by quack quack

Well got wind of a new rumor that they changed the regs back to 1987.99% a rumor every one in the islands has a diff story

They are handing out old regs and some guys say they are good

Ask 2 diff officials get 3 diff answers.

Ask a guy on the dock and they will say take a

Bahamian and keep all you want

thanks for clearing that up.....

quack quack · 07-19-2007, 03:36 PM

I almost called you to see if it was true but when I asked around I got all of the above input.I did see that the old fishery guy said the regs should stay the same and that foriegners like the americans should not be allowed to rape there oceans.He sais he could not come to the US and do it.But if he did come he could gets the same limit as me.But if I go over there I have to keep less then a local!

islandshark633 · 07-19-2007, 04:13 PM

I would not take anything the old guy said seriously, he was clueless at best. I have not heard anything lately other than they will change it at some point. As you can see from teh reports there is no consensus in teh islands from the authorities who clearly remain as confused as us. Enforcement remains non existant as ever, i.e. voluntary.

islandshark633 · 07-23-2007, 10:13 AM

I just heard there will be a temporary ammendment tot he regs by the end of this week, mostly to do with the demersal fish 20# limit. No details yet. This is designed to give some sort of relief while the committee looks at the whole thing and a proper set of usable regs can be implemented. At least thats something.

captadamr · 07-23-2007, 05:42 PM

RiskTaker · 07-23-2007, 09:39 PM

Dear Committee:

While you are working out your revised master plan for tourist fishing regulations, please consider this:

Perhaps if the committee can take a hint: change the per boat provisions to per person.

And head and tails intact: come on! This is not practical to the reality. (Keeping the skins on is not a bad way to go, if you still need to identify a species.) Maybe the committee would like to be invited on a fishing trip to re-enact the typical situation. A little bit of hands on experience can go a long ways to a practical solution.

For the longer version: specific limits per fish species, per person, is the optimal way of conservation because you have a specific control mechanism.

Thanks Alan, for the heads up. Are you going to be in Fort Lauderdale this weekend?

islandshark633 · 07-23-2007, 09:50 PM

yes, I will be in Fort Lauderdale Saturday morning onwards, hangin with CATCHING and then obviously fishing the JD

You will also be glad to know that the steering committee is made up of knowledgable fishermen, civilians, who will no doubt push for much more that they are likely to get. Remember that what is announced this week is merely a stop gap measure and not the final word so please everyone dont go nuts if you dont see what you want right away.

They are aware that Key West marina is full and ours are empty....

edhartmansr · 07-24-2007, 05:41 AM

HOO-RAY, HOO-RAY, Anything will be better than what we have now!!!

miamiangler1 · 07-24-2007, 02:18 PM

That`s good news .. maybe nowI`ll try some deep dropping in the bahamas

wahoomon · 07-24-2007, 07:58 PM

We're all itching to go!! I can't believe I have not been all year.

bajakian · 07-24-2007, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by islandshark633

They are aware that Key West marina is full and ours are empty....

Is that really true? Ive heard that the regs are hurting Bahamians and then some say that it isnt making any difference.

captadamr · 07-25-2007, 05:51 PM

I think its hurting Bimini and GBI, but the other islands seem to be doing fine, my buddy from marsh said nothing unusual happening over there, all the marinas are full in Nassau, seems like a steady stream heading SE.

bajakian · 08-01-2007, 02:46 PM

Sooo, what happend with the rule changes? It is now officially August and lobster season.

islandshark633 · 08-01-2007, 02:48 PM

its all typed up but not signed yet so no release of info......

The prime minister just bought a new Kristal (dont ask how I know....) and you can be sure he does not want to stop fishing at 19.9lbs of snappers.

bajakian · 08-01-2007, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by islandshark633

its all typed up but not signed yet so no release of info......

The prime minister just bought a new Kristal (dont ask how I know....) and you can be sure he does not want to stop fishing at 19.9lbs of snappers.

But the new limits dont apply to Bahamians so he s cool no matter what the rules.

And how do you know about the PM s purchases?

tales · 08-02-2007, 07:42 AM

Great, they have a type writer - but no PEN. Sounds just like the Bahamas!

islandshark633 · 08-02-2007, 08:15 AM

thats just not nice, tales. We do so have a pen - the Foreign Ministry has it and they won't give it back

07-19-2007, 12:21 PM	#23 (permalink)
quack quack Old Salt Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: lake worth Best Catch: 25lb codfish 5 yrs old first hanger Posts: 4,426	Well got wind of a new rumor that they changed the regs back to 1987.99% a rumor every one in the islands has a diff story They are handing out old regs and some guys say they are good Ask 2 diff officials get 3 diff answers. Ask a guy on the dock and they will say take a Bahamian and keep all you want __________________ Either we can be a part of the solution or we can be the victims of a decision. Last edited by quack quack : 07-19-2007 at 01:16 PM.

07-19-2007, 03:36 PM	#25 (permalink)
quack quack Old Salt Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: lake worth Best Catch: 25lb codfish 5 yrs old first hanger Posts: 4,426	I almost called you to see if it was true but when I asked around I got all of the above input.I did see that the old fishery guy said the regs should stay the same and that foriegners like the americans should not be allowed to rape there oceans.He sais he could not come to the US and do it.But if he did come he could gets the same limit as me.But if I go over there I have to keep less then a local! __________________ Either we can be a part of the solution or we can be the victims of a decision.

07-19-2007, 04:13 PM	#26 (permalink)
islandshark633 Hooked Up Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Nassau, Bahamas Boat: Mako 21 Best Catch: 56# Misty, 100+# Pacific Sail Occupation: Lure Maker, Bottle Washer Posts: 671	I would not take anything the old guy said seriously, he was clueless at best. I have not heard anything lately other than they will change it at some point. As you can see from teh reports there is no consensus in teh islands from the authorities who clearly remain as confused as us. Enforcement remains non existant as ever, i.e. voluntary. __________________ www.BahamaLure.com The Eyes Have It

07-23-2007, 10:13 AM	#27 (permalink)
islandshark633 Hooked Up Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Nassau, Bahamas Boat: Mako 21 Best Catch: 56# Misty, 100+# Pacific Sail Occupation: Lure Maker, Bottle Washer Posts: 671	I just heard there will be a temporary ammendment tot he regs by the end of this week, mostly to do with the demersal fish 20# limit. No details yet. This is designed to give some sort of relief while the committee looks at the whole thing and a proper set of usable regs can be implemented. At least thats something. __________________ www.BahamaLure.com The Eyes Have It

07-23-2007, 09:39 PM	#29 (permalink)
RiskTaker Grander Join Date: May 2004 Location: Pompano Beach, Florida, USA Best Catch: Had one once, then it took the boat away Posts: 1,938	Dear Committee Dear Committee: While you are working out your revised master plan for tourist fishing regulations, please consider this: Perhaps if the committee can take a hint: change the per boat provisions to per person. And head and tails intact: come on! This is not practical to the reality. (Keeping the skins on is not a bad way to go, if you still need to identify a species.) Maybe the committee would like to be invited on a fishing trip to re-enact the typical situation. A little bit of hands on experience can go a long ways to a practical solution. For the longer version: specific limits per fish species, per person, is the optimal way of conservation because you have a specific control mechanism. Thanks Alan, for the heads up. Are you going to be in Fort Lauderdale this weekend?

07-14-2007, 09:25 PM	#21 (permalink)
Warrior Hooked Up Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Ft.Pierce Boat: 60 Ocean SS/31 Contender Best Catch: 369# core Giant Bluefin Posts: 308	Ocean reef in early june was busy. Found fuel to only be $1 more than here. YFTs were better than Key west too. Going to Grand tomorrow and planning a trip to Spanish in August...will let u know about over there.

07-23-2007, 05:42 PM	#28 (permalink)
captadamr Hooked Up Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Nassau, Bahamas Boat: 2 Hats, 1 Post and a Tiara Best Catch: Blue Marlin 135" 600+ Occupation: Captain Posts: 232

07-23-2007, 09:50 PM	#30 (permalink)
islandshark633 Hooked Up Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Nassau, Bahamas Boat: Mako 21 Best Catch: 56# Misty, 100+# Pacific Sail Occupation: Lure Maker, Bottle Washer Posts: 671	yes, I will be in Fort Lauderdale Saturday morning onwards, hangin with CATCHING and then obviously fishing the JD You will also be glad to know that the steering committee is made up of knowledgable fishermen, civilians, who will no doubt push for much more that they are likely to get. Remember that what is announced this week is merely a stop gap measure and not the final word so please everyone dont go nuts if you dont see what you want right away. They are aware that Key West marina is full and ours are empty.... __________________ www.BahamaLure.com The Eyes Have It

07-24-2007, 05:41 AM	#31 (permalink)
edhartmansr Lines In Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Orlando, Fl. Boat: 37' Silverton / 20' HydraSport Occupation: Business owner Posts: 18	HOO-RAY, HOO-RAY, Anything will be better than what we have now!!! __________________

07-24-2007, 02:18 PM	#32 (permalink)
miamiangler1 Grander Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: north miami, keystone point Boat: ,live bait ,deep dropping,swordfishing Best Catch: 7ft sailfish on 10#test with diawaBG20, 100#tarpon on 6#test baitcaster bass rod Occupation: selfemployed,real estate, painter,model builder Posts: 1,477	That`s good news .. maybe nowI`ll try some deep dropping in the bahamas

07-24-2007, 07:58 PM	#33 (permalink)
wahoomon Lines In Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Palm Beach Occupation: Sales Mon Posts: 37	We're all itching to go!! I can't believe I have not been all year. __________________

07-25-2007, 05:51 PM	#35 (permalink)
captadamr Hooked Up Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Nassau, Bahamas Boat: 2 Hats, 1 Post and a Tiara Best Catch: Blue Marlin 135" 600+ Occupation: Captain Posts: 232	I think its hurting Bimini and GBI, but the other islands seem to be doing fine, my buddy from marsh said nothing unusual happening over there, all the marinas are full in Nassau, seems like a steady stream heading SE.

08-01-2007, 02:46 PM	#36 (permalink)
bajakian Hooked Up Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Ocean Ridge, Fl Boat: Venture 34 Best Catch: 300 lb Yellow fin Tuna, Blue Marlin 240 lbs on 30 lb test, 423 lb Swordfish Occupation: MD Posts: 849	Sooo, what happend with the rule changes? It is now officially August and lobster season.

08-01-2007, 02:48 PM	#37 (permalink)
islandshark633 Hooked Up Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Nassau, Bahamas Boat: Mako 21 Best Catch: 56# Misty, 100+# Pacific Sail Occupation: Lure Maker, Bottle Washer Posts: 671	its all typed up but not signed yet so no release of info...... The prime minister just bought a new Kristal (dont ask how I know....) and you can be sure he does not want to stop fishing at 19.9lbs of snappers. __________________ www.BahamaLure.com The Eyes Have It

08-02-2007, 07:42 AM	#39 (permalink)
tales Lines In Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 40	Great, they have a type writer - but no PEN. Sounds just like the Bahamas!

08-02-2007, 08:15 AM	#40 (permalink)
islandshark633 Hooked Up Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Nassau, Bahamas Boat: Mako 21 Best Catch: 56# Misty, 100+# Pacific Sail Occupation: Lure Maker, Bottle Washer Posts: 671	thats just not nice, tales. We do so have a pen - the Foreign Ministry has it and they won't give it back __________________ www.BahamaLure.com The Eyes Have It

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