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Old 03-21-2013, 11:23 AM   #1
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Some Insight into Lousiana's 2013 Red Snapper Season

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Louisiana Offers Further Clarification on 2013 Red Snapper Season



March 20, 2013 – Today, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries takes the bold action to move forward with a Louisiana-only recreational red snapper season.

The Louisiana-only Season

Beginning this Saturday, March 23, Louisiana will implement a weekend-only recreational red snapper season that will end on September 30, with a recreational bag limit of three fish per day at a 16-inch minimum.

A weekend is defined as Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with the exception of Memorial Day and Labor Day, when Monday will be classified as a weekend day as well.

“One day we will look back on today’s actions and see them as a historic move for Louisiana recreational anglers and for our abundant natural resources,” said LDWF Secretary Robert Barham. “No longer will we sit idly by, as our fates are determined by someone with so little understanding of our fisheries and a refusal to negotiate. Whether their actions are ones of arrogance or fear, we join our Gulf neighbors in Texas and Florida, who implemented similar state-by-state regulations today, in standing up to NOAA and showing them that their strong-arm tactics will not work on us.”

LDWF Secretary Robert Barham was given the authority to modify the portions of this rule pertaining to red snapper recreational daily harvest limits and season if NOAA instituted sub-regional management for the species or if it is otherwise deemed necessary.

“Louisiana’s recreational fishing community has spoken and we have listened,” said LDWF Assistant Secretary Randy Pausina, head of fisheries for Louisiana. “In this unprecedented move, our department is challenging the recommendations set by NOAA through the National Marine Fisheries Service. Our actions may seem rogue, but I assure you we have not entered into this lightly or without great thought. We plan to conduct our own research, analysis and make our own decisions on what is best for Louisiana anglers and our resource. For years the wishes of our anglers have fallen on deaf ears… that ends now.”

The Louisiana Gulfward Boundary

In June 2012 the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission took action to extend Louisiana state waters from three miles offshore to three marine leagues or approximately 10.357 miles.

LDWF officials encourage fishermen to use caution and their own personal judgment when fishing beyond the three mile boundary that is currently recognized as federal waters, as it is fully expected that federal agents will continue to enforce federal law. Until the time when the US Congress confirms Louisiana’s action, the battle will continue over Louisiana’s state water boundary.

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Old 03-21-2013, 03:43 PM   #2
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Re: Some Insight into Lousiana's 2013 Red Snapper Season

Joe, thanks for keeping us in the loop. Open snapper looks to make for some great spearing tournaments!
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Old 03-21-2013, 07:08 PM   #3
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Re: Some Insight into Lousiana's 2013 Red Snapper Season

Feds still ticketing in waters outside of 3 miles...
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Old 03-21-2013, 09:13 PM   #4
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Re: Some Insight into Lousiana's 2013 Red Snapper Season

Its really rediculous in my opinion....Woo hoo Snapper season opens in all state waters this weekend, which is up to 9nm!! Wait, nevermind the feds say you can't shoot them past 3nm....this is the most absurd thing I have ever heard...total recipe for disaster!! What's right, whats's wrong?
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Re: Some Insight into Lousiana's 2013 Red Snapper Season

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Its really rediculous in my opinion....Woo hoo Snapper season opens in all state waters this weekend, which is up to 9nm!! Wait, nevermind the feds say you can't shoot them past 3nm....this is the most absurd thing I have ever heard...total recipe for disaster!! What's right, whats's wrong?
You're wrong. A 9 day federal season is the most absurd thing I've ever heard.

It's a good thing I know a few spots in state waters to get them. If only I had a boat to go get them. Oh yeah, I can take my lake skiff out 3 miles!
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