Re: 2013 Fluke Regultion Options
Yes, I mentioned this in my initial post.
There is also a possibility that after all the states have set their regulations, the
ASMFC might allow New York and New Jersey to further relax their regulations if there
appears that there might me a coast wide estimated underage. Most advisors spoke
against utilizing it if it became available for fear of it causing us to exceed our quota. I
urged the council to take a least partial advantage of it if it becomes available. I
mentioned that we are more likely to underfish our quota this year as there will be far less
participation. This is due to the fact that many of our marinas, private boats and coastal
homes were devastated by Hurricane Sandy.
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