Monthly Archives: May 2023

Free fishing days coming in June

Posted on May 30, 2023 by Catch Cormier

Each year, wildlife agencies in each state designate “Free Fishing Days” for the public to fish recreationally in public waters without a fishing license. These events are part of National Fishing and Boating Week, a celebration of the importance of … Continue reading →

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Exciting new changes for Suncatch announced

Posted on May 21, 2023 by Catch Cormier

At the recent Gulf Coast Classic in Gulf Shores, Ben Roussel, Director for the Suncatch Challenge program, gave an overview of the program including a few exciting new changes effective as of May 1st. The Suncatch Challenge was established in … Continue reading →

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GCC discusses red drum changes with LDWF biologists

Posted on May 14, 2023 by Catch Cormier

This week, the FFI Gulf Coast Council held a phone conference with marine biologists from Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, with regards to the current stock assessment of red drum in Louisiana. Discussed in detail were potential management proposals … Continue reading →

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LA conservationists to once again tackle menhaden issue

Posted on May 8, 2023 by Catch Cormier

For the third time in three years, conservation groups in Louisiana will attempt to establish a coastwide buffer zone for commercial harvest of menhaden (pogies). Rep. Joe Orgeron has filed HB 576 for the 2023 legislative session which, if passed, … Continue reading →

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