New York 2018 Commercial Black Sea Bass Fishery Reopens Aug 27
by TBC Press on 08/21/18The New York commercial black sea bass fishery will reopen on Aug. 27, five days earlier than expected, Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos recently announced.The commercial fishery was previously closed on July 28 due to projected landings approaching the total allowed for Quota Period 3 (July 1 - Aug. 31), but rough weather resulted in much lower landings during the last open week of fishing. Approximately 10,000 lbs. remain available for harvest during Period 3. In addition... READ MORE
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