Some Comments on Fluke

[socks]

Originally Posted by Kevin Bogan

It sounds like some guys attempted to compromise as to which options were best. Those from up north appeared to be concerned, rightly so, for the people down south as well as for themselves. Many people fish bays and river down south, and they dont have the same opportunity to catch larger fish. I know it's only a half inch, but 17" would have been good. 5 fish is plenty for a day out. We have to take all anglers into account.

....and your point....is?

[bigjamaica]

I did not keep count but I thought it was pretty close to a 50/50 split for option #2 and option #5. If the RFA took a vote, and it was that close, and they chose the majority position, they would have still disappointed 48% of the membership.
I thought the meeting was poorly attended. I expected to see a packed house, especially by more of the professional fluke captains. However, if the split was the same across the state, we may still have had the same outcome.
I chose #2 because I hate to go down in a bag limit, would rather have a longer season, and I don’t really think ½” is going make that big of a difference in the number of keepers. (I could be wrong about the ½” though)

[Fish The Drop Off]

Originally Posted by socks

....and your point....is?

It was the best option for ALL of the NJ anglers. North, South, Central, Back bay, Ocean and Surf anglers

[Garone Custom Rods]

Originally Posted by Fish The Drop Off

It was the best option for ALL of the NJ anglers. North, South, Central, Back bay, Ocean and Surf anglers

Survey says WRONG!

[Fish The Drop Off]

Originally Posted by Garone Custom Rods

Survey says WRONG!

Garone custom rods,
Please remember that site has a following that comes from North NJ. You can see this buy the list of charter boats that are on the site. The poll that was run on this site option 2 and 5 were very close.

[Jay]

It is what it is. Changing the subject, Capt Fran, I know it's ealy but looking forward to the RFA trips this year, keep me posted. Thanks.

[Garone Custom Rods]

Originally Posted by Fish The Drop Off

Garone custom rods,
Please remember that site has a following that comes from North NJ. You can see this buy the list of charter boats that are on the site. The poll that was run on this site option 2 and 5 were very close.

Yes site may have a North Jersey Bias but thats because there are WAY more people up north.

[Angler Paul]

I thought the Board stated that the "NJ Volunteer Program" was the "science" that they used, not MRFFFFFSSSSSSSSSS ???__________________

Either the MRFSS or the NJVAS may be used in developing regulations. Usually the MRFSS data is used but for the fluke regualtions in 2011, NJVAS data was used. The NJMFC may use either provided all the options are approved by the ASMFC. I am glad you brought that up because our state biologists are urging fishermen to particiapate in the program. They particularly request that occaisional and less experienced fishermen take the survey so that the data does not become skewed by the more experienced fishermen. Last year I logged in 182 trips, which whas more than anyone in the state. The more data they receive, the more accurate if becomes. This info. is used to help the fishermen of NJ, not hurt them. The NJMFC will usually opt to use the most favorable data for us whether it comes from the MRFSS or or the NJVAS. PLEASE help out by participating in the survey by logging in your trips at the link below.

Paul
2nd VP JCAA
member - BSC, NJOA, NJBBA, SF


http://www.njfishandwildlife.com/marinesurvey.htm

[socks]

Originally Posted by Fish The Drop Off

It was the best option for ALL of the NJ anglers. North, South, Central, Back bay, Ocean and Surf anglers

Where do you fish out of Capt.? It was the best option for all of NJ anglers?
Back bay? Ocean? Surf?
So where do you think that the majority of the 17.5-17.99in. fish will make their home for the fluke season ?
1. Backbay
2. Surf
3. Ocean

Only pick one PLEASE.

[Fish The Drop Off]

Originally Posted by socks

Where do you fish out of Capt.? It was the best option for all of NJ anglers?
Back bay? Ocean? Surf?
So where do you think that the majority of the 17.5-17.99in. fish will make their home for the fluke season ?
1. Backbay
2. Surf
3. Ocean

Only pick one PLEASE.

I fish out of What I call Central NJ. I can fish out of BI or LEI. I can't just pick one since I fish all of them accept the surf.