Change of Fishing regs?

On Island Time · 06-05-2007, 08:34 AM

Any news on the reg change issue to alleviate the rumors on the coast over here?

Heard a revision was going into effect on June 1, 2007. Then after an inquisitive e-mail, get a reply from Michael Braynen stating that discussions have taken place but no revision date has been set or will be set anytime soon.

Latest gossip I'm hearing now is that "Attorney friends" (shouldnt believe them) state that the change is taking place July 1st or August 1st of this year.

ISLAND SHARK...any truth to these rumors so I can quit therapy or put the rumors to rest. Any word on anything on your side of the island. Thanks a bunch.

bajakian · 06-05-2007, 10:11 AM

Ive heard the same rumors but cannot get them confirmed. My outboard mechanic swears one of his clients has a place in West End and that they have been changed, but I see nothing in writing anywere.

Beer Bones · 06-13-2007, 08:43 AM

Nothing has changed as far as i know. The new government has promised to review the reg's but they have alot more pressing matters to attend to first. As soon as i see somthing i will post.

cogzwell · 06-13-2007, 11:46 AM

A pretty good source -- i think.... ( he runs a tackle shop in LHP ) told me yesterday that the regs were going to change very soon. I can not confirm anything.

UFCroft · 06-14-2007, 03:21 PM

All the locals (on 3 different islands) are telling me that they ousted the guy that originally came up with the new regulations, elected a new one, and that the laws are probably going to change in the next few months. But they also said not to expect the laws for the lobster or conch to change. The fish limits will. They also never banned spearing (poles or hawaiian), you just had to get a special permit to do it when you cleared in.

wahoomon · 06-14-2007, 04:50 PM

I hope they change it soon, It's going to be real tough passing up another holiday.. (July 4th)

Warrior · 06-14-2007, 05:21 PM

With regards to the spear, they just put how many spears you have on your cruisers permit...better put them on. No extra charge or questions

B767 · 07-05-2007, 10:41 PM

Well,,,,,,,July 4th., came and went!!!!!!!!!!!!! No regs change.....

edhartmansr · 07-08-2007, 11:37 AM

Just returned from a month at Guana Cay. Never saw one fishery guy. Everyone is catching what ever they want and not talking about it. Seems like the regs changed but the enforcemnet has not.

islandshark633 · 07-08-2007, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by edhartmansr

Just returned from a month at Guana Cay. Never saw one fishery guy. Everyone is catching what ever they want and not talking about it. Seems like the regs changed but the enforcemnet has not.

enforcenement???? wot dat, mon?

On Island Time · 07-09-2007, 11:48 AM

Island Shark / EdHartmanSr and any others previously back from the islands...I've been reading reports from those (on another forum) that fishing was dead outside of treasure, more specifically from Spanish down to Tiloo? Any truth to this or could these people be just dragging baits and expecting the best?

I will be heading to Grand in 5 short days and from there heading around Spanish to Treasure so any info would be greatly appreciated. While others may be catching what they want I will abide by all the rules and regs to assist with the conservation efforts of the Bahamas. I do however want to limit out each day while I am there.

Oh...1 last thing...any Blues or Whites being reported out by Jurassic Park, Table Top or any other areas outside of Treasure? Thanks

swordstalker · 07-09-2007, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by On Island Time

Oh...1 last thing...any Blues or Whites being reported out by Jurassic Park, Table Top or any other areas outside of Treasure? Thanks

We just got back yesterday from a week + in Boat Harbour and Marlin fished almost every day. The bite is still pretty hot - if you put in your time it seems like everyone is getting at least one shot a day. I think we ended up fishing 5 or 6 days and raised 7 fish, but only got 2 to the boat.
The week prior to our arrival and while we were there, they were biting inside more than the deeper spots. If you venture down that way, we had a lot of luck in the "thumb" area just northeast of the Hopetown lighthouse, and right in front of the lighthouse between 1,200 and 2,000 feet. Good luck and catch 'em up.

edhartmansr · 07-12-2007, 09:04 AM

Fishing was very slow in the Guana area. I only saw one Dolfin at the dock in 3 1/2 weeks. We did catch some Wahoo (3) and a White Marlin near Wonderland out of Man-of-War. The Tuna run in the evenings was good. The bottom fishing was a bit slow, but deep dropping in the right spots, did pay off. We stopped at Spanish on the return trip and they were not having great fishing either.
Good luck and enjoy your trip.

edhartmansr · 07-12-2007, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by islandshark633

enforcenement???? wot dat, mon?

We were told by a local that the entire Abaco's has only one enforcement officer to cover the entire area. He is usually around Treasure Cay. Guess you have have to let your concious be your guide!!!!!!!!

miamiangler1 · 07-13-2007, 07:12 AM

Probably change after the summer ... when all the small island hotels are empty ,from all the canceled resevations !

bajakian · 07-13-2007, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by miamiangler1

Probably change after the summer ... when all the small island hotels are empty ,from all the canceled resevations !

Willie, they are always empty after season. This is when they make their money and get their high season rates. And it seems like they are definitely off at those places that cater to fishermen.

miamiangler1 · 07-13-2007, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by bajakian

Willie, they are always empty after season. This is when they make their money and get their high season rates. And it seems like they are definitely off at those places that cater to fishermen.

Sorry that is what I mean ... they are probably starving right now ... probably can`t give a way the rooms .with all the lost revenue...maybe by next year something will change ... better regs . we all can live with !

B767 · 07-13-2007, 02:02 PM

To those that ventured this year to the Bahamas. How s the mood in those places.? Are they noticing the lack of people going there or basically business as usual. Do they care? Anyone?

bajakian · 07-14-2007, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by B767

To those that ventured this year to the Bahamas. How s the mood in those places.? Are they noticing the lack of people going there or basically business as usual. Do they care? Anyone?

When I was in Lucaya in June they were very happy to see us and told us that business was way off with the change in fishing regs. But that was at Ocean Reef Yacht Club and I think that place is/was a favorite of fisherman because of its setup. Old Bahama Bay in West End told me that it was business as usual, but I'm not sure that I believe them.

B767 · 07-14-2007, 02:51 PM

BAJA.............
Thx for the report.

06-05-2007, 08:34 AM	#1 (permalink)
On Island Time Lines In Join Date: May 2007 Location: Castaway Cove Boat: Bluewater 2350 Posts: 50	Change of Fishing regs? Any news on the reg change issue to alleviate the rumors on the coast over here? Heard a revision was going into effect on June 1, 2007. Then after an inquisitive e-mail, get a reply from Michael Braynen stating that discussions have taken place but no revision date has been set or will be set anytime soon. Latest gossip I'm hearing now is that "Attorney friends" (shouldnt believe them) state that the change is taking place July 1st or August 1st of this year. ISLAND SHARK...any truth to these rumors so I can quit therapy or put the rumors to rest. Any word on anything on your side of the island. Thanks a bunch. __________________ "On Island Time" Fishing Team Last edited by On Island Time : 06-05-2007 at 08:39 AM.

06-13-2007, 11:46 AM	#4 (permalink)
cogzwell Hooked Up Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Boca Raton / Jackson Hole Boat: 2003 34 Venture Best Catch: crabs -- but well worth it Occupation: debt collector Posts: 257	A pretty good source -- i think.... ( he runs a tackle shop in LHP ) told me yesterday that the regs were going to change very soon. I can not confirm anything. __________________ The Hailey Ryan

06-14-2007, 03:21 PM	#5 (permalink)
UFCroft Lines In Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Fort Lauderdale/Bahamas Boat: Yellowfin, Contender, Jim Smith, it depends. Best Catch: 66" Daytime Pacific Sword, 74" Daytime Atlantic Sword Occupation: Mate Posts: 44	All the locals (on 3 different islands) are telling me that they ousted the guy that originally came up with the new regulations, elected a new one, and that the laws are probably going to change in the next few months. But they also said not to expect the laws for the lobster or conch to change. The fish limits will. They also never banned spearing (poles or hawaiian), you just had to get a special permit to do it when you cleared in. __________________ UFCroft .: Fish Mercenary :.

06-14-2007, 04:50 PM	#6 (permalink)
wahoomon Lines In Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Palm Beach Occupation: Sales Mon Posts: 37	I hope they change it soon, It's going to be real tough passing up another holiday.. (July 4th) __________________

07-05-2007, 10:41 PM	#8 (permalink)
B767 Hooked Up Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Miami Boat: VSC, Old Hatt Occupation: Bus Driver Posts: 401	Well,,,,,,,July 4th., came and went!!!!!!!!!!!!! No regs change..... __________________ Life on the water is good, and beer makes it better

06-05-2007, 10:11 AM	#2 (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: 815	Ive heard the same rumors but cannot get them confirmed. My outboard mechanic swears one of his clients has a place in West End and that they have been changed, but I see nothing in writing anywere.

06-13-2007, 08:43 AM	#3 (permalink)
Beer Bones Lines In Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Bahamas Posts: 42	Nothing has changed as far as i know. The new government has promised to review the reg's but they have alot more pressing matters to attend to first. As soon as i see somthing i will post.

06-14-2007, 05:21 PM	#7 (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	With regards to the spear, they just put how many spears you have on your cruisers permit...better put them on. No extra charge or questions

07-08-2007, 11:37 AM	#9 (permalink)
edhartmansr Lines In Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Orlando, Fl. Boat: 37' Silverton / 20' HydraSport Occupation: Business owner Posts: 18	Just returned from a month at Guana Cay. Never saw one fishery guy. Everyone is catching what ever they want and not talking about it. Seems like the regs changed but the enforcemnet has not. __________________

07-09-2007, 11:48 AM	#11 (permalink)
On Island Time Lines In Join Date: May 2007 Location: Castaway Cove Boat: Bluewater 2350 Posts: 50	Island Shark / EdHartmanSr and any others previously back from the islands...I've been reading reports from those (on another forum) that fishing was dead outside of treasure, more specifically from Spanish down to Tiloo? Any truth to this or could these people be just dragging baits and expecting the best? I will be heading to Grand in 5 short days and from there heading around Spanish to Treasure so any info would be greatly appreciated. While others may be catching what they want I will abide by all the rules and regs to assist with the conservation efforts of the Bahamas. I do however want to limit out each day while I am there. Oh...1 last thing...any Blues or Whites being reported out by Jurassic Park, Table Top or any other areas outside of Treasure? Thanks __________________ "On Island Time" Fishing Team

07-12-2007, 09:04 AM	#13 (permalink)
edhartmansr Lines In Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Orlando, Fl. Boat: 37' Silverton / 20' HydraSport Occupation: Business owner Posts: 18	Fishing was very slow in the Guana area. I only saw one Dolfin at the dock in 3 1/2 weeks. We did catch some Wahoo (3) and a White Marlin near Wonderland out of Man-of-War. The Tuna run in the evenings was good. The bottom fishing was a bit slow, but deep dropping in the right spots, did pay off. We stopped at Spanish on the return trip and they were not having great fishing either. Good luck and enjoy your trip. __________________

07-13-2007, 07:12 AM	#15 (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: 1,471	Probably change after the summer ... when all the small island hotels are empty ,from all the canceled resevations !

07-13-2007, 02:02 PM	#18 (permalink)
B767 Hooked Up Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Miami Boat: VSC, Old Hatt Occupation: Bus Driver Posts: 401	To those that ventured this year to the Bahamas. How s the mood in those places.? Are they noticing the lack of people going there or basically business as usual. Do they care? Anyone? __________________ Life on the water is good, and beer makes it better

07-14-2007, 02:51 PM	#20 (permalink)
B767 Hooked Up Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Miami Boat: VSC, Old Hatt Occupation: Bus Driver Posts: 401	BAJA............. Thx for the report. __________________ Life on the water is good, and beer makes it better