Florida Sportsman Article

Break Away · 03-09-2006, 02:03 PM

Did anyone else see Ron's (AKA 38 Special) artical in this months Florida Sportsman? The artical was about the economic impact of swordfishing for sport. I would like to congradulate Ron on bring out the value of this fishery to our area. =D>

Nick C · 03-09-2006, 05:36 PM

It was great article!!!! Lotta froum members were mentioned and Pictured... Now I know why lol.

Nice work Ron!!

Darkside · 03-10-2006, 09:04 AM

Good reading for sure. I knew that Ron had wrote the article and he told me that he sent in about 6 pics, happy on the one they choose.

RiskTaker · 03-12-2006, 03:35 PM

Thanks Ron:

Yes that was a nice writeup for Florida Sportsman on the recreational aspect of swordfshing. Hopefully, that article may raise awareness that it is important to not decimate, again, the swordfish supply off the SE Florida coast.

The reefs are suffering and are probably not the same tourist attraction as they once used to be as SCUBA attractions. Perhaps, the swordfishing aspect may be reserved as a tourist attraction and a sustainable resource for the recreational anglers.

If Longline activity resumes again, the favorable numbers will no longer attract the recreational anglers after just a few seasons. (Too many beeper buoys are just as bad.) So why not just keep it going strong as a successful tourist venue and a fun nightlife for the local recreational anglers.

Certainly the financial impact is beneficial to the local economy on a broader base.

With a few more seasons of rebound it may even be possible to catch more fish like the one Drew is holding. Hey, that looks just like the one in the article. Better go check it for yourself: Florida Sportsman, March 2006 - p. 144.

Ron, thanks again for the time and energy to make it known beyond the local swordfishing anglers. It is a very valid perspective that should not be overlooked nor ignored.

Darkside · 03-12-2006, 06:34 PM

Hopefully with the closure staying in place we will continue to see a rebound of the fishery in the years to come. The economical impact the rec. group has on the local economy will also continue to grow in years to come, as long as the fishery stays strong.

Stay tight and report all fish.

GENERALturtle. · 03-13-2006, 04:21 PM

Great read Ron :thumleft:

Disco Lady · 03-16-2006, 01:40 PM

Way to go!!!! Ron that is a well rounded fish love the Dog!!!!!

Ron.38 Special · 03-18-2006, 08:20 AM

Thanks Guys,

It means a lot to me for the sword community to appreciate the article.

We'll never let up on NMFS..............

J.P Freeman · 03-18-2006, 11:46 AM

good work ron.

03-09-2006, 02:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
Break Away Lines In Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 90	Florida Sportsman Article Did anyone else see Ron's (AKA 38 Special) artical in this months Florida Sportsman? The artical was about the economic impact of swordfishing for sport. I would like to congradulate Ron on bring out the value of this fishery to our area. =D> __________________ Report your catch! It helps all of us lay our claim to some fish. SSC

03-09-2006, 05:36 PM	#2 (permalink)
Nick C Grander Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: 900-1600' of water Boat: 25' Bluewater(Rough C's) Best Catch: est. 120lb Tarpon on 16lb tippet(fight time was 12 min) Occupation: Squid rigger Posts: 2,221	It was great article!!!! Lotta froum members were mentioned and Pictured... Now I know why lol. Nice work Ron!! __________________ "Put your buoys out... we're comin' in HOT!"

03-12-2006, 03:35 PM	#4 (permalink)
RiskTaker Grander Join Date: May 2004 Location: Pompano Beach, Florida, USA Best Catch: Had one once, then she took the boat away Posts: 1,978	Yes, just saw it in the Magazine this weekend Thanks Ron: Yes that was a nice writeup for Florida Sportsman on the recreational aspect of swordfshing. Hopefully, that article may raise awareness that it is important to not decimate, again, the swordfish supply off the SE Florida coast. The reefs are suffering and are probably not the same tourist attraction as they once used to be as SCUBA attractions. Perhaps, the swordfishing aspect may be reserved as a tourist attraction and a sustainable resource for the recreational anglers. If Longline activity resumes again, the favorable numbers will no longer attract the recreational anglers after just a few seasons. (Too many beeper buoys are just as bad.) So why not just keep it going strong as a successful tourist venue and a fun nightlife for the local recreational anglers. Certainly the financial impact is beneficial to the local economy on a broader base. With a few more seasons of rebound it may even be possible to catch more fish like the one Drew is holding. Hey, that looks just like the one in the article. Better go check it for yourself: Florida Sportsman, March 2006 - p. 144. Ron, thanks again for the time and energy to make it known beyond the local swordfishing anglers. It is a very valid perspective that should not be overlooked nor ignored.

03-18-2006, 11:46 AM	#9 (permalink)
J.P Freeman Hooked Up Join Date: May 2004 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FLA Boat: 19 ft. Century Best Catch: 400 lbs. club Occupation: USCG Posts: 289	good work ron. __________________ If it ain't shartruse, it ain't no use.

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03-10-2006, 09:04 AM	#3 (permalink)
Darkside Hooked Up Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 402	Good reading for sure. I knew that Ron had wrote the article and he told me that he sent in about 6 pics, happy on the one they choose.

03-12-2006, 06:34 PM	#5 (permalink)
Darkside Hooked Up Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 402	Hopefully with the closure staying in place we will continue to see a rebound of the fishery in the years to come. The economical impact the rec. group has on the local economy will also continue to grow in years to come, as long as the fishery stays strong. Stay tight and report all fish.

03-13-2006, 04:21 PM	#6 (permalink)
GENERALturtle. Hooked Up Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: on da 50 Best Catch: your mom Occupation: boat lettering and sign Posts: 547	Great read Ron :thumleft:

03-16-2006, 01:40 PM	#7 (permalink)
Disco Lady Grander Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Miami. FL, Boat: 37 Merritt Best Catch: (Blue Marlin)550 Lbs ST. Thomas Occupation: Charter Captain Sometimes... Posts: 3,500	Way to go!!!! Ron that is a well rounded fish love the Dog!!!!!

03-18-2006, 08:20 AM	#8 (permalink)
Ron.38 Special Hooked Up Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 235	Thanks Guys, It means a lot to me for the sword community to appreciate the article. We'll never let up on NMFS..............

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