Originally Posted By: slabhunter
I don't like this at all. I will have to fish the ocean, currently scheduled to be open through the third week of August, to avoid the grass on the ebb tide.

One more thing. Who will sample the area in question for species and stock composition once the area is closed. Will they use a cph with three to four ounces of weight like my Uncle who plans to fly here from Kansas?


Your question is a good one. My guess is that, whether it's gillnet or experimental alternative, the gear of choice will be intended for commercial purposes. I sense an "emergency opener" coming the WBGA's way this summer/fall (unless one of the actual run sizes come in below forecast, that is).