Striped Bass Stock Is Down Impacts to an Individual State(S) That Coastwide Measures May Cause

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ASMFC requires Black sea bass reductions in 2011 Arlington, VA – The Commission's Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Board approved state-by-state shares for the 2011 black sea bass recreational season in order to mitigate potential disproportionate Striped bass stock is down impacts to an individual state(s) that coastwide measures may cause. Reductions in 2012 may be necessary The 2010 regulations resulted he ASMFC’s Striped Bass Management in a preliminary estimated harvest TBoard has initiated the development of a of 2.98 million pounds, draft addendum with the goals of reducing the approximately 1.15 million pounds striped bass mortality (F) up to 40% and further above the 2010 target. Given that protecting the spawning stock when it is the 2010 regulations were not concentrated and vulnerable. This addendum was initiated in effective in staying within the order to allow fisheries managers to promptly respond to the target, coastwide harvest will need results of the stock assessment update in the fall (if necessary). to be reduced by 37% to achieve, Provissions of this addendum, if passed, could be but not exceed, the 2011 target of implemented prior to the start of the 2012 fishing season. 1.78 million pounds. The Board’s action responds to recent trends in the fishery Under state-by-state shares the following states will need and resource, including a 66% to reduce harvest by the identified amount: DECLINE in estimated Massachusetts (43%) • Rhode Island (37%), recreational catch from 2006- Connecticut (37%) • New York (39%), 2009; a 25% decline in estimated New Jersey (40%) • North Carolina (37%). striped bass abundance from Over the next two months, states will need to submit their 2004-2008; and lowered recruitment in recent years. proposed recreational measures to meet the required reduction Additionally, states in the northern extent of the fishery have for technical review and Board approval. expressed concern over decreased availability of striped bass as These required reductions apply to state waters for the 2011 a result of diminished water quality in the Chesapeake Bay during fishing season only. Recreational measures for the 2012 fishing the summer months that may also contribute to increased season will be coastwide unless the Board decides to change prevalence of mycobacteriosis in striped bass. (to page 34) that through future management action.

R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 Now we have to cut lack sea bass Hopefully you read the brief article on mean all those fish get thrown back, and April 5 • 6:30 PM the front cover of this issue stating that some would die. That's a waste of a Entertainment Committee Meeting ASMFC has found that the 2010 regs valuable food fish. resulted in overfishing of black sea bass. I The last option is to increase size. April 12 • 6:30 PM can believe it. There were a lot of reports Going from 12.5" to 13" only achieves Legislative Committee Meeting last year of members having great days approximately 24%, so if we went with 13" at East Greenwich Yacht Club catching these fish. A lot we would still have to cut of sea bass were caught the season. April 16 by anglers out fluke or I believe that going Annual Spring Shore Clean-Up tautog fishing. up to 13.5" achieves the So, Rhode Island is whole 37%. I think most April 18 • 6:0 PM required to make an anglers catch/keep sea RIDEM Public Hearing immediate cut of 37%. bass that's 13.5" anyway. Corless Auditorium, URI Bay Campus That's a lot, and the As I'm writing this we are proposals on how to waiting for the DEM April 19 • 6:30 PM achieve that cut will come biologists to find out if Board of Directors Meeting up at the next DEM public going to 13.5 inches will hearing on April 18. achieve the needed cut. Junior Member Lucas Salem April 25 • 7:00 PM Our current regs are An interesting side with a nice black sea bass that RISAA April seminar 12.5" minimum, 25 fish a note is that of all the he landed last summer day and a season of May coastal states, Rhode May 2 • 6:00 PM 22-Oct 11, then open Nov Island has the largest RI Marine Fisheries Council 1-Dec 31. "per fish" average size on the coast. Corless Auditorium, URI Bay Campus The largest amount of fish are taken in the fall. In order to achieve a 37% cut, we FISHING SHOW THANKS May 5 • 7:30 AM need to make some drastic changes. Kayak Committee Event Thank you to the 126 MEMBERS who Changes are achieve in three ways: fishing at Wallum Pond volunteered their time to help at our big • Reduce the number of fish (bag) Fishing Show last month. They staffed May 10 • Time TBA • Reduce the number of days (season) our booths, worked in the office, assisted Fly Fishing Committee Outing • Increase the minimum size vendors, ran the Kid’s Zone, stood by the fishing the worm hatch -Ninigret Pond entrance handing out door prize slips, and OUR OPTIONS many other jobs. RISAA members are May 17 • 6:30 PM Dropping the bag limit to achieve 37% terrific! Board of Directors Meeting would put us down to 5 fish a day. That's And the show was a success. Even because very few anglers actually catch though we suffer a bad economy, we May 18 • 7:30 AM even close to 25 fish. I think 5 fish is increased attendance this year by 1,400 Kayak Committee Event unacceptable. people. That's impressive. fishing the worm hatch -Potter Pond Doing it by season would probably Work has already begun on the 2012 require closing all of July and the whole May 23 • 7:00 PM Show. I've been typing contracts for month of October. The bait shops and RISAA Monthly Seminar dealers who have already been signing up charter boats would suffer, and I think most to secure their spaces. rec anglers catch sea bass while out tautog Mark your calendar: March 9-11, 2012. fishing in the fall. Closing in October would Ed Cook Charters Fly and Light Tackle Fishing Member on Narragansett Bay - South Shore

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Fishing along the many faces of Rhode Island’s South Shore apparent, but can often have lethal consequences later. These doesn’t always involve 10 and 11-foot surf sticks in the crashing bass are the future of the fishery and should be handled waves at Newport, Pt. Judith, Watch Hill or the Charlestown accordingly. and Quonny Breachways. Neither is it exclusively defined for BLUEFISH boaters by stout gear, outsized lures or extended boat rides. As Southwest winds become more prevalent they deliver The strapping tackle required in trolling wire line for Mega- rising water temperatures while also ushering in some bigger Bass and Moby-Blues or to pry eel-duped stripers from the rocky bass and, often, a slug of bluefish to this same area as well as reefs aren’t the only ways an angler can attain a stimulating Deep Hole a little to the west. These mostly, but not always, 2 adrenaline rush. to 4 pound Harbor Blues will give you all the grief you want on Fluke fishing buffs aren’t bound to 30-80 foot depths and the light wands, and the occasional 7 to 10 pounder can make sea worthy fishing machines to pursue their quarry. In fact, the things even more interesting. area has a whole lot more to offer, particularly to nearshore, Blues appear most often some light tackle advocates. School bass, barbor blues, skipjack blues, time in May and provide the most hickory shad, weakfish, bonito, false albacore and even shallow accessible target and the easiest to water fluke are but a few of the target species that can offer coerce into action. While the West sometimes spectacular action to fans of the slender sticks. Wall again is usually where the first of the spring is landed, as SCHOOLIE BASS the season progresses, they can be found, at one time or another Starting in the spring, migrating schoolies arrive at the West just about anywhere there’s saltwater from the Narrow River to Wall of Pt. Judith’s Harbor of Refuge sometimes as early as Watch Hill. They are also prone to forays into the salt ponds mid-April. These early birds rarely reach keeper proportions pursuing various baitfish. allowing for light gear and demanding small presentations. From a purely exhilarating visual prospective, topwater lures Bucktails and small metals like Kastmasters and Hopkins are always the baits of choice for bluefish. This thinking likewise were for years the preferred lures and are still potent offerings. pertains to the light tackle applications. The vicious strikes of Over the last several seasons however, soft plastics have even the “Harbor Blues” are enough incentive to make surface generated a huge following. Some, like Slug-gos and Fin-S- plugs the first option. Small poppers from Hab’s, Creek Chub, Fish, have been around for a while and in recent years have Gags and Gibbs, among many others, will all produce some been joined by effective softies from Storm, Cocahoe and savage hits. Tsunami. Small swimmers from Yo-Zuri and the old standard Many anglers are reluctant to work Rebel are also effective, but the multiple treble hooks can with wire leaders for fear of sometimes complicate quick de-hooking. discouraging stripers. It’s a trade-off THE WEST WALL here although the smaller bass you’ll be targeting on lighter The popular West Wall at Pt. Judith Harbor, while furnishing tackle aren’t generally as finicky as are their elder cousins. But the most consistent convergence of school bass, can sometimes with the price of plugs being what it is, a minimal wire leader is presents a potentially hazardous predicament for the fisherman often a wise decision. Keep in mind, it’s not the bluefish with as well as the fish. Other your lure in its mouth that will get you, it’s the one trying to than at high tide, vantage take it away from him. These guys are tough enough on heavier points excluding the very gear and will deplete your tackle in a hurry when going with the outset of the Wall place thin string. anglers rather high off the These early run blues do, of course, respond to the same water. The slick rocks metals, jigs and swimmers as do the schoolies, plus most mostly prohibit getting anything else you throw at them, in most instances. On rare down to the water to occasions they will become enamoured with whatever they are collect the fish without concentrating on, be it silversides, peanut bunker or whatever, The West Wall at Point Judith risking a dangerous fall. and become somewhat selective. This can also happen, though With this situation in mind most anglers lift the fish, however not often, when there is a glut of said baitfish. possible, to remove the hook. This can lead to the small stripers Although it seems difficult to use the term “selective” when getting bounced and battered on the rocks. When releasing the referring to blues, I’ve seen them pass up a popper in favor of fish, tossing them back from a distance can have them encounter something closer to “matching the hatch.” another thumping. Damage done may not be immediately (to page 31) - 3 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 83 Members to win charter trips in 2011 Three free trips to be won at April 25 meeting There will be three trips given away this month as follows: Remember, to win one of these trips you must be a RISAA member in good standing AND be present at the end of the 1. This will be an evening trip for 3 anglers for trophy striped meeting. bass in the Providence River using fresh caught pogies “In good standing” means your membership dues are up to (menhaden) with Capt. Joe Pagano of Stuff-It Charters, date. If you haven’t joined yet there is an application form in sailing at 6 PM from Port Edgewood this newsletter, or come to a meeting and sign up for membership and the free Marina in Cranston, RI. Charter Trip drawing. You can also join online at 2. This will be a daytime “Fluke & www.risaa.org. Bass Combo” trip for 4 anglers at Block Island with Capt. John Sheriff 2011 Charter Trip Rules of Capt. Sheriff’s Charters, leaving • Only adult members of RISAA in at 6:30 AM from Pt. Judith, RI. good standing are eligible. Good standing means dues are paid in full and 3. This will be a 6 hour, “Spring Strped not in arrears. Bass” trip for 6 anglers to Block • Junior members (under 18 yrs) are not Island with Capt. Charles Donilon eligible. aboard the Snappa, sailing at 3 PM • A $50 deposit is required to confirm from the state pier at Galilee, RI. The your spot, but it will be returned if you date has not been confirmed, but it follow all listed rules. Members aboard Capt. Sheriff’s 2010 • The $50 deposit must be paid by check will be during the last week of May charter trip or charge card. Be sure to bring a check or the first week of June, depending or credit card to the meeting with you. on the arrival of the bass. • You must be present at the meeting to register and at the end of the meeting when the winners are announced. How do you get a chance at a trip? • A seven (7) day notice is required if you must cancel. Winner Come to our monthly meetings and sign up at the Charter Trip must first call Gary Perschau (401-828-3464), or second, Peter Table at the back of the room. We will give you a form with that O’Biso (401-783-2364). If unable to reach either of above, then night’s trips listed on it. The form will list the available trips, the call the RISAA phone at 401-826-2121. Failure to provide this boat and the Captain, the type and location of the trip, and the notice forfeits your deposit. time and date. Fill out the form listing your preferences, first, • Upon confirmation that the winner has attended the charter trip, second, third, etc. the check/credit card slip will be destroyed and not charged. During the seminar we will draw the winners (and a list of • A member may win only one trip per year. alternates) and announce them at the end of the meeting. • Only ladies are eligible for the “Ladies Only Trip.” If you are a winner, we will give you a list of your fellow trip • All disagreements or disputes will be handled by the Charter members and more details of the trip. We will also ask you for a Trips Committee and its decisions are final. $50 deposit (check or credit card only) to ensure that you show • RISAA and its Charter Trips Committee are not responsible if a up for the trip. If you go on the trip, we won’t use your deposit. trip is not completed, either by failure of the winning crew, the Check the “2011 Charter Trip Rules” at the end of this article for charter captain or incliment weather. more details. 3 TRIPS RAFFLED AT THE April 25 MEETING Date Company Captain# Anglers Type June 5 Stuff-It Charters Capt. Joe Pagano 3 Pogies & Stripers June 11 Capt. Sheriff’s Charters Capt. John Sheriff 4 Fluke & Stripers TBA Snappa Charters Capt. Charles Donilon 6 Spring Stripers

- 4 - R.I.S.A.A. / March, 2011 The purpose of this column is to pass along information and milestones The purpose of the Membership Committee is to contact new within the membership. Birthdays, anniversaries, events or get-well members, welcome them to the Association and answer any wishes are all in order. We also let members know of the passing of questions they may have about RISAA and its activities. other memebers. Welcome to the new members who joined GET WELL last month Joan Bradbury also missed our Fishing Show due to an attack of diverticulitis. She is better now. Ben Bardo Pedro Monteiro Narragansett, RI Smithfield, RI Good friend and member (former club secretary) Peg Benton John Boardman Joshua Mossman had her right shoulder replaced. She has been on the computer Fall River,MA East Greenwich, RI so I know she must be doing better.. John Bryan Chris Pariseau Williamstown, MA Rumford, RI Thomas “TJ” Dvorachk was not able to make the Annual David Carr Capt. Brian Patterson Banquet, due to a sudden illness. His ever-diligent wife Cindy Dorchester, MA Bristol, RI stayed by his side. Both missed a pleasant evening with friends. Charles Corriveau Jessie Perry Get well soon. Tiverton, RI Cranston, RI George Grayson's wife Kristy was Martin Custodio Steve Pfaff hospitalized with a blood clot in her leg. Our Pawtucket, RI West Greenwich, RI best wishes go out to Kristy. Amanda DiLisi Genevieve-Chan Plouffe East Providence, RI Cranston, RI Gary Johnson had additional surgery on his right Kenneth DiLisi John Repoza arm. He was able to help out at the Fishing Show East Providence, RI Charlestown, RI though and looks great. Michael Donahue Larry Riccitelli Wakefield, RI Warwick, RI Audra Medeiros (my daughter) was rushed to Teresa Dore Jeffrey Richard the hospital on Sunday night right after the Fishing Portsmouth, RI Warwick, RI Show and had emergency surgery the next day. Adam Durant Brian Santerre Ten days later she was back in court. Wakefield, RI New Bedford, MA Jacob Freeman Thomas Schultz Mary Ouellette was not well and missed our New Bedford, MA Palmer, MA Fishing show. Bill Gallagher Mike Stewart Exeter, RI Seekonk,MA George Houhoulis Kevin Swanson Member Fred Ruhlemann has surgery on his left eye and Avon, MA Warwick,RI will have surgery on the right eye also. We all send our best James Less Kyle Table wishes. Hope Valley, RI Palmer,MA Alan Loiselle Jeffrey Tkacs Renee Wilder had been hospitalized in late Providence, RI Narragansett, RI February. Get well Renee. We all miss you Jay Marchant Michael Vallette Saunderstown,RI CONGRATULATIONS Warwick, RI Edward McLaughlin Garrett Williams Member Chuck Gricus and wife Patti are very Riverside,RI Warwick, RI proud of their daughter Amanda, who placed 9th in the entire nation in the NCAA Women’s Indoor Track & Field Chapionships with the 20 lb weight. She attends Wesffield State University Share the Wealth! in Ohio. Great job Amanda! BRING A FRIEND TO CONDOLENCES Our sincere condolences go to Mike Bestwick and family. THE NEXT MEETING. Mike's dad, the original owner of Quaker Lane Bate & Tackle, RISAA members can bring a guest to the passed away on March 8, 2011. monthly seminars, at no charge, during 2011 - 5 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 Grand Prize Winners at the Fishing Show announced Official club clothing Most of the 11,500 people to attended the 8th Annual Show, RAIN JACKET filled out a raffle slip that was distributed at the main entrance. There were two "door prizes" that were awarded, and the names Special for April were selected at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday at the conclusion of the This month we are offering a special on our "Port Authority show. The lucky winners were notified of their prizes. Seattle Slicker" jacket. Rain or shine these tough slickers will shrug off wind and water. CAROLINA BREAKELL of Jamestown, RI • 100% waterproof nylon shell with PVC was the winner of a Charter Fishing Trip with Capt. Bruce coating Macomber of Howlin' Wolf Charters out of Newport, RI. The • Front zippered pockets trip is for four hours and Carolina can take 6 persons on the trip. • Nylon mesh lining • Interior pocket with hook and loop JOSEPH PALLADINO closure • Adjustable cuffs of Middletown, RI was the winner of the 13 foot canoe from Duke Marine in Colors available: Navy, gold, hunter Warwick, RI. green, natural Adult sizes XS - 4XL Congratulations to both winners.

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Member 410 Gooseberry Road Wakefield, RI 02879 Serving the New England Area E-mail: [email protected] Tel/fax 401-942-1006 www.snugharbormarina.com 401-783-7766 Member - 6 - R.I.S.A.A. / March, 2011 The mission of the RISAA Surfcasters Committee is to promote the APRIL MEETING RAFFLE tradition of the surf fishing experience, which incorporates and includes: good sportsmanship, skills, etiquette, conservation, education, trust, The RISAA Saltwater Fishing Show went over very well. All and camaraderie amongst RISAA members and like-minded members of the volunteers should be proud of their club and the things of the general public we do. The Fishing Show is just one of our many accomplishments. It is due to this Fishing Show that we have a great assortment Surfcasters raise over $1,600 for MS of tackle to support our monthly raffles during 2011. April will at Saltwater Fishing Show be the first look at what we have, but you know that you must be Due to the generosity of the entire RISAA family, and the present at the meeting to see and win prizes. hard work of our Surfcaster Committee members, our Used Tackle The featured items for April will be: Sale Booth at the New England Saltwater Fishing Show was once again a huge success. CJ Rice coordinated the donations of used tackle, contacted vendors and private donors, and organized the booth for success. Special thanks to Bob Marco also for helping CJ with A Temple Fork pricing An AquaSkinz Extreme Outfitters Signature and the Outdoorsman Tackle Bag Series 7’ class rod hectic move-in to the Con- vention a Tattoo’s Tackle 2 oz an Acme Tackle ultimate Center Sea Pup lure Kastmasterlure kit the day of the Show. Members of the Surfcasters Committee braved Surf- the winter cold to make lead sinkers to raise a T-Man Tackle 2” casters money for MS at the Fishing Show. In photo (L-R) Super Swimmer held a Bob Marco, Paul Laflamme, Mike Roy, Robert Slug-Go’s lead pour Olmstead, Bob Jordan, Richie Reich. at committee member Richard Reich’s home the previous weekend to make sinkers for sale at our booth. Bob Jordan, Mike Roy, Bob an Al Gag Whip-It Eel 2 oz. Marco, Paul Laflamme, Richie, new committee member Robert Olmstead, and I pitched in to make that inventory. Much of the lead was donated by Anco Lures CobraBait Sad Shad lures new committee member, Matt Johnson, in memory of his father. All of the above and so much more will be in the raffle. Sinker sales were There will be over $800 worth of items. brisk at our booth this year. Used reels, new and used lures, used THANK YOU! rods, and u-name-it From the last raffles, I would like to thank the following accessories were sold. vendors who contributed to the past meetings: All total we raised in Anco Lure Co. • Point Jude Lures excess of $2,600. CJ Rice at booth during show Fred Ricci All proceeds will be Thank you again to all who have helped with the raffle and donated to the Multiple Sclerosis Society. committee, and thank you for supporting the Fund Raising raffles. (to page 39) - 7 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 Legislative Bills Submitted Two bills have been submitted in the R.I. General Assembly at the request of or supported by the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association. We thank those legislators for sponsoring bills on our behalf. PUBLIC ACCESS So the RISAA Board decided to push for greater penalties Rights of Way have long been a way to guarantee our and met with DEM Division of Law Enforcement to learn how citizens’ access to the shoreline of Narragansett Bay and coastal to change legislation to help deter poachers of striped bass. As waters. As the state’s shoreline is developed and every lot soon as we were ready, we went to fellow RISAA member, becomes a private home or condo, we will likely find that in the Representative Peter Palumbo to sponsor future only the wealthy will be able to legislation. enjoy access to the water. Signing onto the bill with Rep. Palumbo “Although most Rights of Way were was RISAA member Rep. Raymond in existence long before properties became Gallison along with Rep. Scott Slater, Rep. developed, landowners protest when John Edwards, and Rep. Gregory citizens pass their property to access the Schadone. The bill would amend shoreline,” said RISAA President Steve Rep. Palumbo Medeiros when he testified at a House the law on striped bass committee hearing on the bill last month. Medeiros penalties, setting up a schedule: “Some go so far as to illegally block First offense. Upon conviction, not less those paths with fences, walls, shrubs and other obstructions,” than $100 for each striped bass taken, he continued. “Others succeed by convincing their town council possessed or sold and/or offered for sale and imprisonment for up to 90 days or both. to block the public’s access with No Parking signs which usually Rep.Gallison are just as effective as an illegal fence because parking Second offense. Upon conviction, not less alternatives either don’t exist or are typically so far away as to than $200 for each striped bass taken, possessed, sold or make walking that distance impractical.” possessed and/or offered for sale and imprisonment for up to House Bill H.5373 was introduced by 90 days or both; and any boat, fishing tackle or other Rep. Laurence Ehrhardt and Rep. implements used in violation shall be subject to forfeiture tot Raymond Gallison, he state. and would require Third and subsequent offenses. Upon conviction, not less cities and towns to than $500 for each striped bass taken, possessed, sold or provide free parking possessed and/or offered for sale and imprisonment for up to 90 days, or both; and any boat, fishing tackle or other implements within 250 feet of Rep. Ehrhardt CRMC designated used in violation shall be subject to forfeiture to the state. Rights-of-Way along the R.I. shore. Not only would these changes increase fines substantially A companion Bill S.0546 was for multiple time offenders, it would finally allow the state to introduced by Senator Louis DiPalma, confiscate the boat and gear, something that the law currently Sen. DiPalma Senator Beatrice Lanzi and Senator does not provide. Only when it costs more to get caught than Christopher Ottiano. the profits of illegally selling striped bass will there finally be a We thank them for their support. deterrent in place. RISAA thanks these Representatives for sponsoring this bill PROTECT STRIPED BASS WITH and we also thank Chief Steven Hall and his staff at the Division INCREASED FINES FOR POACHERS of Law Enforcement for working with us. Note: At the time of this writing we were attempting to find The recreational fishing community became outraged last a Senator who would be willing to sponsor companion year when news broke of the arrest of a Massachusetts resident legislation for us. who was caught red-handed with 8 illegal striped bass in a hidden compartment on his boat that he had caught in R.I. waters. JOIN THE COMMITTEE Even worst, this was his second arrest. The first time he was Any RISAA member is welcome to join the Legislative nabbed with 22 illegal striped bass. His fine: $420. And there Committee. Meetings are usually held quarterly. If interested, are a lot of poachers who illegally take and sell stripers because contact George Allen at [email protected] or call the RISAA office the fines just aren’t much of a deterrent. at 401-826-2121. - 8 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 Long Term Strategic Plan to restore winter flounder

As you already know, the winter River and Pawtucket are either online flounder stocks in Narragansett Bay have or soon to be online, reducing pollution been in a near collapsed condition since in the Bay. the mid-1980s, and the Bay has been With the above conditions in mind closed to recreational and commercial fellow RISAA member Mike Bucko fishing since the early 1990s. Imagine and I put our thoughts together and that winter flounder in the early 1980s concluded that now is the time for the were the most important recreational and Rhode Island DEM to begin the commercial fishery in our Bay. Now, a development of a long term strategic whole generation of fishermen, young and old, have mostly lost plan to restore winter flounder to Narragansett Bay and the Salt the opportunity and/or the skills to catch these fish. Ponds. A major step was taken in 2009 by the Atlantic Marine With the professional and supportive assistance from the Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) to reduce the harvest of winter Division of Marine Fisheries Marine Biologists Mark Gibson, flounder for both the Gulf of Maine and Southern New England/ John Lake, Jason McNamee and Najih Lazar, a four-step Mid Atlantic (SNE/MA) inshore stocks of winter flounder. A plan was developed: 2008 winter flounder stock assessment estimated the SNE/MA (1) Continue to conduct research on factors contributing stock was at 9% of the target biomass. to the collapse of winter flounder in Narragansett Bay and As the result of this the Salt Ponds. assessment, NOAA (2) Evaluate winter flounder monitoring programs with a instituted an interim rule in focus on the size and spatial distribution in the Bay and federal waters that prohibits coastal ponds. the possession (100% (3) Determine areas of the Bay where aggregation of closure) of winter flounder. spawners and juvenile flounder exist and consider setting Following the lead of up habitat protected areas. NOAA, the ASMFC (4) Evaluate whether winter flounder aquaculture approved a similar reduction (hatchery) would be a viable operation to enhance stock in state waters. A two fish recovery. bag limit for rec fishermen and a 50 pound commercial These steps will not happen possession limit were overnight, and will take established. renewed, dedicated efforts over With these restrictions in a period of probably two or place, there is now some Will we ever again see fish like more years. hope that increased winter this 4.4 lb winter flounder Last month the RIMFC’s flounder will be available to caught by Mike Lanni in Winter Flounder Advisory migrate into the Bay and the 1998? Panel, and subsequently the RI Salt Ponds. Marine Fisheries Council, voted Additionally, the Brayton to support this proposal. Juvenile winter flounder Point power plant cooling towers are expected to be on line in Hopefully by the time you read this article, DEM Director Janet 2013, which will result in much cooler water being discharged Coit will have approved the plan. Wouldn’t it be a wonderful into Mt. Hope Bay, a historic winter flounder spawning area, day that we could once again catch a “flattie” in the spring to and the Combined Sewage Outfall projects in Providence, Fall start the season!

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Juniors to fish the worm hatch by Bob LeBlanc, RISAA Junior Committee Chairman Join me on Saturday May 15 (tentative) for worm elongated and flattened during their annual spawn. hatch striper fishing. I would like to will meet at the They go through a metamorphose that includes the Salt Pond public ramp in South development of a paddle on their tail Kingstown RI next to Ram Point so they can swim to the surface. Marina at 6:00 pm. Please dress When spawning occurs these mud according to weather conditions. It burrowers leave their safe is an evening fishery and when the environment and travel to the sun fades the temperature drops! surface film of the water where I use light weight spinning gear, they will swim with a mate and leave 10-12 lb test, casting bubble and a their sperm and eggs to drop back 1/16 oz crappie rig in various colors down to the muddy bottom. These 2- (white and reddish works well). A 4 inch cinder worms will propagate mono or fluorocarbon leader, their species and then die. As they approx 12-16” with an adjustable swim in the upper columns of their float, works for me but some like a liquid habitat, they become the prey fixed length. of fish and fowl. Striped bass, hickory shad, terns, I also use some homemade flies tied on this leader gulls, and cormorants all find the plethora of worms or with a 7 weight fly rod. I need more practice with irresistible and while the spawn goes on, a veritable the fly rod. The pattern I use has some flash in the banquet commences.” Ref. Phil Cronin capawock.com body with red hackle tail; I mix it up a little for fun. I It is certainly not uncommon to catch twenty to release every fish in good condition in hopes to see thirty bass during the evening hatch. In fact, between them next year! 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM on the night of the hatch I have About the worms caught and released a good number of fish. At other Every spring around full moon in May cinder worms times I have been completely frustrated listening to (Family Nereidae) spawn in the evening. If the the bass slurp up these worms and getting skunked. conditions are right, and the mud is heated, these This only strengthens my resolve and addiction to creatures come out to spawn. When the signs indicate this fishery. I think about it all winter long as I tie the hatch has begun, somehow the stripers know that some patterns of flies I would like to try. For me it their dinner is ready, and the worm hatch junkies marks the true beginning of my fishing season, even (myself included) know that the stripers are there. after opening day. “Cinder worms are slender worms that become

- 10 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 The RISAA Charities Committee exists to lend a helping hand to others in need. During 2011, the Charities Committee is continuing its “Gift A Month” Program, when each member of the committee is responsible for selecting and investigating the charity of his/her choice and then presenting it to the whole committee for consideration. LAST MONTH’S CONTRIBUTION ADOPTION RHODE ISLAND Report by CHRIS KILLAM

As a new member of Adoption Rhode the Charities Island is in Committee, I was given collaboration with the task of finding a NBC Channel 10, and charity for the April brings you the monthly donation. “Tuesday's Child” This was quite easy for feature. me. I chose as my They are a charity Adoption nonprofit agency Rhode Island. that relies heavily on Adoption Rhode donations. Between Island is a private 1999 and 2003, nonprofit organization Adoption Rhode dedicated to finding Island helped to families for children in facilitate the state care and placement of 206 supporting those children. children and families Adoption Rhode throughout the Island also adoption process. participates in our They also provide ( l-r) Darlene Allen, Executive Director of Adoption Rhode Island, Anthony annual Take-A-Kid child, youth and family Killam, Chris Killam, and Timothy Killam Fishing Day. support services, On March 9, my education, training, advocacy, and referrals. Adoption Rhode son, grandson, and I made the trip to the Adoption Rhode Island Island is proud to have found adoptive families for more than headquarters in Providence. My grandson Tony, shown in the 1000 children, over the years, but there are hundreds of others in picture, came into our family on December 23, 2009. Tony is a Rhode Island at any given time that need forever families. wonderful boy and a great addition to our family

Razin Kane Sport Fishing Charters Sport Fish in Luxury Captain Sandy Kane Sailing from Wickford, RI 38’ Blackfin - twin diesels www.kanesguns.com Fishing All Species:

Day: 401-295-0642 • Eve: 401-423-1587 Member Captain John Sheriff Member - 11 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 APRIL SEMINAR Monday, April 25 • 7:00 p.m. TWO GREAT TOPICS!

TARGETING TENS and TAUTOG FISHING Refining the hunt for doormat fluke Tips, tackle & techniques with by Charley Soares Capt. John Sheriff Charley's program For many will provide an anglers fishing for overview of the fluke tautog (blackfish) fishery the bait, tackle provides the first and methods, as well chance to get out as prime locations for fishing each year, hunting jumbo sum- and for many the mer flounder. same species is The discussion sought to end the will also delve into the season late each mental aspect of the fall. successful big fish Captain John anglers who are willing will share his to pass on good knowledge on tautog fishing and has prepared a Powerpoint numbers of legal fluke to fish the more difficullt areas where the presentation that will help illustrate such things as tackle, baits, larger fluke feed. rigs, tips, etc. Charley has been a field editor for The Fisherman for 35- "The most important thing in successful tautog fishing is years and he's a feature writer for On The Water. In addition, he location," he said, and will spend some time talking about the has been writing a Sunday outdoor newspaper column since use of electronics and his methods for anchoring and getting 1980 and is a well-known author having written several books the boat in exactly the right spot to put fish in cooler. including "Walking on Water", "Stemming The Tide", Capt. Sheriff started his fishing career as a tournament "Scratching The Surface: and "The Tube and Worm Guide Book" bass angler in Arizona for 10 years, but has fished New England Charley has been one of the most sought-after seminar waters for the past 10 years. He's a RISAA member who lives speakers on the East Coast. in Warwick who owns and operates Capt. Sheriff's Fishing When discussing his plans for this seminar he said, "I'm Charters and Ocean State Synthetics. looking forward to spending an evening with my friends from RISAA."

EVERY MEMBER WHO ATTENDS IS ELIGIBLE TO BRING A FRIEND! WIN THE NIGHT'S FREE RISAA members can bring a guest to this meeting DOOR PRIZE at no charge

FOOD WILL BE SERVED* BETWEEN 5:30 - 6:30 Seminar is held at the West Vally Inn TONIGHT'S MENU Blossom Street, West Warwick, RI Tossed salad w/roll: $2.25 Directions on page 22 Chicken tenders, gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, and vegetable: $6.95 Italian sausage & peppers sub: $5.50 Non-Members Welcome * Food is NOT included in admission and is provided by the NON-MEMBER ADMISSION: $10 donation West Valley Inn. Pay separately at the bar. to RISAA's Scholarship Fund (RISAA members attend free) - 12 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 MAY SEMINAR Monday, May 23 • 7:00 p.m. TWO GREAT TOPICS!

SKINNY WATER STRIPERS CATCHING TAUTOG with and FROM SHORE Capt. Joe Pagano with a panel of surfcasters Each day, after the sun goes down, striped bass move into shallow water to feed. Most of the monster bass that win RISAA tournaments were caught during the night. Capt. Joe Pagano has Rick Gallipeau Dick Geldard become a specialist at finding striped bass in the shallow waters along the Rhode Island coastline after dark. He knows how to bring his boat up close to the rocks so his customers can catch those bass that are wating for their next meal. A charter capatin for 34 Bob Jordan C.J. Rice years, Joe is the owner/operator of Stuff It Charters, sailing from Ram Point in Pt. Judith Pond. Intersteding to note is that during RISAA Surfcasters Dick Geldard, Bob Jordan, CJ Rice the off-water season he isa professional taxidermist and has and Rick Gallipeau will present everything the shorebound mounted fish and game from armadillos to zebras! angler needs to know to catch In this seminar he will explain how to reach those shallow tautog. water stripers; how to get the boat in close, and how to fish them, The panelists include the stressing such things as a quiet approach and eliminating noises 2010 RISAA Shore Angler of the on the boat. And, at times when he can't get the boat up close, he Year, past RISAA Tautog has ways of getting his baits to the fish. Tournament winners and a the Although Capt. Pagano fishes from a boat and will discuss holder of the RISAA Hall of Fame Tautog Award. catching stripers from a boat, shore anglers are fishing many of Topics of this entertaining presentation will cover tackle, the same shallow waters, and will pick up tips as well. rigs, tide, structure, seasonal strategies and trapping live bait.

EVERY MEMBER WHO ATTENDS IS ELIGIBLE TO BRING A FRIEND! WIN THE NIGHT'S FREE RISAA members can bring a guest to this meeting DOOR PRIZE at no charge FOOD WILL BE SERVED* BETWEEN 5:30 - 6:30 Seminar is held at the West Vally Inn TONIGHT'S MENU Blossom Street, West Warwick, RI Tossed salad w/roll: $2.25 Directions on page 22 Penne with meatballs, sausage & peppers: $6.95 Penne only w/roll: $3.50 Hamburger/cheeseburger w/fries: $6.95 Non-Members Welcome * Food is NOT included in admission and is provided by the NON-MEMBER ADMISSION: $10 donation West Valley Inn. Pay separately at the bar. to RISAA's Scholarship Fund (RISAA members attend free) - 13 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 ARREST AND CITATIONS: FEBRUARY, 2011

Charged Criminally in Rhode Island District or Superior Court

Norman L. Myers, 47, of Warwick, RI arrested for Thomas J. Jacques, 51, of West Warwick, RI arrested for Exceeding the Commercial Daily Limit of Shellfish in a Exceeding the Commercial Daily Limit of Shellfish in a Management Area. Management Area and Possession of Undersize Shellfish.

Raymond L. Ellinwood, Jr., 41, of Warwick, RI arrested William J. Blair, 29, of Warwick, RI arrested on a Court for Exceeding the Commercial Daily Limit of Shellfish in a Warrant from 3rd Division District Court. Management Area and Possession of Undersize Shellfish.

Charged with civil violations in Rhode Island Traffic Tribunal Breakdown of the citations issued for the period of 2/01/2011 to 2/28/2011

Violation Citations Issued Motor Vehicle Violations 1 Violation of Furbearing Trapping 1 Regulations

Fly Fishing • Light Tackle Capt Rene Letourneau On The Rocks Charters 401-359-3625

www.ontherockscharters.com Member

Priority Charters Priority Two • 36’ Harris Sportfisherman Fishing - Cruising - Diving Block Island Sound • Cox’s Ledge • RI’s South Shore Personal and Affordable - Bait and tackle provided Capt. Rick Bellavance 401-741-5648 Member www.PriorityFishingCharters.com - 14 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 SIGN UP! For the 14th Annual Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association’s TAKE-A-KID FISHING DAY Saturday, June 18, 2011 Last year we had 84 BOATS and 200 volunteers! WE NEED MEMBERS WITHOUT BOATS TOO! We took over 200 kids out fishing! Help us to Each boat will need at least one person to act as a "mate" to watch the children, help with bait, taking fish off hooks, etc., so make 2011 even better! this means that members who don't have a boat will also be needed. We are also seeking members With YOUR HELP, we will hope to help with the cooking back to again accommodate over 200 at the marina after the fishing children. This year, we have invited is done. various Boys & Girls Clubs, Cub All the children will be in Scouts, Adoption Rhode Island, the the 7-13 year old age group. Providence Recreation Department, All children will have and several agencies that deal with signed orphaned and abused children. These kids will permission get to experience a morning of fishing on the slips, and bay, followed by a great cookout of hot dogs the and burgers. organizations The number of kids that get to participate involved will provide will be determined by the number of members transportation to and who sign up. from the marina. Some of these kids have never visited the Everything is bay. Never had the chance to catch a fish. taken care of! All And most have never been on a boat before! we need is for The folks at Brewer’s Greenwich Bay you to sign up Marina will again host the event at their and promise to facilities on Masthead Drive in Warwick. help out! All members, boats and kids will arrive at the marina by 8:00 a.m and fishing in Greenwich Bay will be from 9:00 to 11:30 A.M. Then everyone returns to the marina for a cookout at noon! ALL MEMBERS ARE UGED TO PARTICIPATE! It doesn't matter if your boat can carry only one child SIGN UP TODAY! and a chaperone, or if you can handle 4 or 5 It will be an experience you’ll always youngsters, we still need you’re help! remember! Sign me up for the TAKE-A-CITY-KID FISHING DAY! Name: ______Evening Phone: ______Cell______

R I have a boat and am willing to use it. Besides myself, I can take _____ children and ______adults. Boat: Size______ft Type/Brand: ______Boat Name: ______R I will bring my own mate. Mate's name:______R I need someone to mate on my boat. R I don't have a boat to use, but would like to help in one of the boats R I will help ashore at the marina (cooking, serving, etc.) Now you can also sign up ONLINE at R I can't participate but here’s a donation to help with expenses www.surveymonkey.com/s/TAK2011 Mail form to: R.I.S.A.A., P.O. Box 1465, Coventry, RI 02816 - 15 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 The mission of the Public Access Committee of the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association is to preserve, protect, develop, and restore public access to the tidal waters of Rhode Island for this and succeeding generations. Particular attention is given to those public access areas important to recreational fishing. Plan to attend RISAA’s Annual Shore Clean-up Day Saturday, April 16 9:00 a.m. (rain or shine)

The 2010 volunteer groups

We will meet at these Greenwich Bay Locations

Chepiwanoxet Point Park-Warwick Follow Post Road (between Cowesett and Division) to the light at Chepiwanoxet. Follow Chepiwanoxet to Oak Grove. Right on Oak Grove to Alger. Left on Alger to the Park parking lot at the end of Alger. Paul Karcz will lead this group. Email Paul at [email protected] Goddard State Park Fishing Area & Boat Launch-Potowomut Located on the West Side of the State Park along Greenwich Cove. Follow Ives Road to the First Park Entrance just after the Equestrian area. Turn in, stay to the left, and follow the Park road down to the Fishing Area parking Lot. David Pollack will lead this group. Email Dave at [email protected] with questions.

REFRESHMENTS AND TRASH BAGS WILL BE PROVIDED! Bring gloves and dress appropriately for the conditions. We have scheduled our Clean-up at low tide so we can get to more debris. It might be muddy! Show That You Care About Our Shoreline. We Need Your Help! Questions? Contact Bob Moeller at [email protected] or call the RISAA office at 401-826-2121 - 16 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 The 2011 College Scholarship Program By this time of year, most high school seniors have decided where they want to attend college. With this decision comes a huge financial burden. To help offset the high cost of college the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association will again award up to 9 scholarships in 2011 to eligible seniors. RISAA members with children or grandchildren going to college next year should encourage them to apply. Member Awards and Marine Science Awards There are two types of scholarship awards given each year. One is open to RISAA family members only and the other is open to anyone going into the marine sciences field.

Member Scholarships Marine Fisheries Scholarships

The Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association The Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Foundation Member Award Fisheries and Marine Sciences Award Any RISAA member in good standing or their immediate These scholarships are paid for by the RISAA family, specifically, their children or stepchildren, Foundation, and three $500 scholarships are awarded. The grandchildren, brother or sister, or stepbrother or stepsister, recipient does NOT have to be connected with RISAA in who is currently a high school senior and will attend ANY any way, but DOES have to enroll in a marine sciences college or university within one year, may apply for the Rhode program. Island Saltwater Anglers Association Member Award. Called the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Foundation The student does NOT have to pursue a marine sciences. Fisheries and Marine Sciences Award, it is awarded to any Any degree program is acceptable. Rhode Island resident high school senior who will be $500 scholarships are awarded. attending either the University of Rhode Island or Roger Williams University, in a fisheries management or marine sciences program, within one year. How to apply If you have a child who is a high school senior, or know someone who is eligible to apply, let them know about our scholarship programs. Applications and information is available: • At the March seminar. See Curt Caserta at the Membership Table. • E-mail to [email protected] • RISAA web site. Go to www.risaa.org and click on the “Scholarships” button. • Call the RISAA office at 401-826-2121 • School's Guidance Office. Every Rhode Island high school guidance office has been sent a copy of our Fisheries & Marine Sciences Award application.

Note: Only current high school seniors who will attend college in the Fall of 2011 are eligible.

HURRY! The deadline for scholarship applications is April 15, 2010.

- 17 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 The RISAA Angler Hall Of Fame lists the largest tournament entry of each approved species. Any angler who enters a catch that surpases an Angler Hall Of Fame record shall, upon verification of the catch, become the new record holder for that species. In addition, the angler shall receive 5 points toward Angler of the Year. BOAT DIVISION SHORE DIVISION SPECIES WEIGHT ANGLER YEAR SPECIESWEIGHT ANGLER YEAR Black Sea Bass 6.46 Barbara Audino 2007 Black Sea Bass 3.85 Joseph Pearson 2009 Bluefish 17.34 Skip Stritzinger 1999 Bluefish 15.18 David Pickering 2007 Bonito 12.20 Michael Neto 2004 Bonito 9.99 Jack Sprengel, Jr. 2007 Cod 49.10 Robert Morel 2001 False Albacore 12.22 Jack Sprengel, Jr. 2007 False Albacore 16.20 Charles Bradbury 2004 Fluke 5.44 Jonathan Pickering 2003 Fluke 15.65 Kyle Blount 2006 Scup 2.50 Kenneth Gu 2003 Haddock 7.85 Nicholas Blount 2004 Shad 1.75 Jonathan Pickering 2008 Mahi Mahi 37.80 Jack Sprengel, Jr. 2010 Squeteague 16.54 Robert Moeller 2007 Pollock 27.70 Harry Templeton 2001 Striped Bass 48.62 Brendan Richards 2006 Scup 3.30 Christine Blount 2005 Tautog 11.20 Richard Gallipeau 2009 Shad 3.80 Kyle Paparelli 2009 Winter Flounder 4.40 Dick Geldard 2009 Squeteague 10.50 Robert Roy 2006 Striped Bass 76.87 Peter Vican 2008 Tautog 16.30 Brian Droney 2008 Tuna -Albacore 55.00 Harley Benton 1999 Tuna -Bluefin 193.88 Jack Sprengel, Jr. 2009 Tuna -Yellowfin 112.00 Randy Pereschino 2001 Winter Flounder 4.40 Michael Lanni 1998

2011 Special Tournaments May 13 - 22 • Spring Tautog Tournament May 27 - June 5 • Row, Row, Row Your Boat Striped Bass Challenge - Oar-powered boats only June 3 - 11 • Spring Striped Bass Tournament June 24 - July 3 • Fluke Tournament • indicates RISAA member July 1 - 10 • Adult-Junior Scup Tournament 1or 2 adults and Location Maximum one Junior Member team. Pre-registration required. Deadline: June 28 Big Bear Hunting & Fishing Supply (Harmony)...... 30 lbs July 16 - 17 • Team Fluke Challenge Special 2-angler teams. •Block Island Fishworks (New Harbor)...... 100 lbs Pre-registration required. Special rules* apply. Top four fish entered. •Breachway Bait & Tackle (Charlestown)...... 50 lbs Reg deadline: July 12 •Cardinal Bait & Tackle (Westerly)...... 100 lbs July 30 - 31 • Junior All-Species Catch & Release •Erickson Bros. Bait & Tackle (Warwick)...... 200 lbs Tourney Special slips required. Adult member must be present during •Frances Fleet (Port of Galilee)...... 50 lbs tourney. Two divisions: Ages 7 and under plus Ages 8-17 Gray’s Boat Yard (Westerly)...... 99 lbs Aug 26 - Sept 4 • Bluefish Tournament King Cove Outfitters (Stonington)...... 100 lbs Sept 2 - 11 • Black Sea Bass Tournament •Lucky Bait & Tackle (Warren)...... 330 lbs Sept 17 - 18 • Fall Bluefish/Striped Bass Catch & Release Maridee Bait & Tackle...... 50 lbs Tournament Individual event, but must fish with another member/ •Ocean State Tackle (Providence)...... 50 lbs witness. Pete’s Bait & Tackle (Woonsocket)...... 165 lbs Sept 23 - Oct 2 • Bluefish/Striped Bass Combo Tournament •Quaker Lane Bait & Tackle (N. Kingstown)...... 60 lbs Must enter a bluefish AND striped bass to qualify. Total weight. •Quonny Bait & Tackle (Charlestown)...... 60 lbs Sept 30 - Oct 9 • Fall Striped Bass Tournament Riverside Marine (Tiverton)...... 30 lbs Oct 7 - 16 • Fall Tautog Tournament Sam's Bait & Tackle (Middletown)...... 400 lbs Sandy Bottom Bait & Tackle (Coventry)...... 50 lbs • All Special Tournaments commence at 5:00 P.M. on Friday and end •Snug Harbor Marina promptly at 7:00 P.M. on the final day (*unless noted). (Wakefield)...... 200 lbs • The minimum sizes for all Special Tournaments shall be the legal Rhode •Tackle Box, Inc. (Warwick)...... 200 lbs Island recreational minimums. •Wickford Rod Works (Wickford)...... 75 lbs • Entries MUST be weighed in by 7:00 P.M. on the final day and members Zeek's Creek Bait Shop (Jamestown)...... 30 lbs MUST PHONE the RISAA office within 24 hours of the time weighed. - 18 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 GOVERNOR’S CUP CURRENT LEADERS: The RISAA Governor’s Cup Award is presented to the angler who catches: BOAT DIVISION SHORE DIVISION • the largest striped bass • in Rhode Island waters • and released unharmed. Future Leader Here Future Leader Here Length: 00" Length: 00" The catch shall be documented by a photograph showing fish and ruler. Girth: 00" Girth: 00"" There shall be one leader in the BOAT and SHORE Divisions

Standings as of 3/28/11 BLACK SEABASS BLUEFISH BOAT DIVISION SHORE DIVISION BOAT DIVISION SHORE DIVISION • The Yearlong Tournament is a continuing ADULT (minimum 1 lbs) ADULT (minimum 1 lbs) ADULT (minimum 8 lbs) ADULT (minimum 8 lbs) tournament that runs from January to 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet December each year. All RISAA members 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet are eligible to participate, and there are no fees. JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) • Official Weight Slips are available at each 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet monthly meeting and at all sanctioned bait 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet shops. BONITO COD HADDOCK • Only authorized weigh-in stations with BOAT DIVISION SHORE DIVISION BOAT DIVISION BOAT DIVISION certified digital scales may be used. ADULT (minimum 3 lbs) ADULT (minimum 3 lbs) ADULT (minimum 8 lbs) ADULT (minimum 3 lbs) • There are two categories: ADULT and 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet JUNIOR member. 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet • There are also two divisions within each 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet category: BOAT and SHORE. JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) • A complete list of tournament rules are 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet printed on the back of every Weight Slip. 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet FALSE ALBACORE FLUKE MAHI MAHI POLLOCK BOAT DIVISION SHORE DIVISION BOAT DIVISION SHORE DIVISION BOAT DIVISION BOAT DIVISION ADULT (minimum 5 lbs) ADULT (minimum 5 lbs) ADULT (minimum 2.5 lbs) ADULT (minimum 2 lbs) ADULT (minimum 6 lbs) ADULT (minimum 5 lbs) 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 11. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet

JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet

SCUP STRIPED BASS STRIPED BASS - FLY FISHING ONLY BOAT DIVISION SHORE DIVISION BOAT DIVISION SHORE DIVISION BOAT DIVISION SHORE DIVISION ADULT (minimum 1 lb) ADULT (minimum 1 lb) ADULT (minimum 15 lbs) ADULT (minimum 15 lbs) ADULT (minimum 15 lbs) ADULT (min. 15 lbs) 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet

SHAD, Hickory TAUTOG TUNA BOAT DIVISION SHORE DIVISION BOAT DIVISION SHORE DIVISION Albacore, Bluefin (no giants), Yellowfin ADULT (minimum 3 lbs) ADULT (minimum 3 lbs) ADULT (minimum 3 lbs) ADULT (minimum 3 lbs) Federal minimums apply • 1st, 2nd, 3rd each species 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet ADULT JUNIOR 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) JUNIOR (no minimum) 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 1. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 2. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet 3. none yet - 19 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 The New England Saltwater Fishing Show March 11 - 13, 2011 SUCCESS! Thank you to every member who stepped up and took the time to help at the show. When the show opened, every booth was filled and we even had a “waiting list” of dealers hoping to get in, and the dealers who were in the show were all pleased with the results. And why not? Attendance increased this year!

It was a great show. Thanks for a Thanks to Steve and all of the RISAA job well done!!! We will be back volunteers who made this weekend next year and would like the same possible. We had a great weekend space. I will send in a deposit to- and plan on doing the Show again day. next year. Thanks for your support! Capt. Don Cianciolo Red Gill USA Team Laura Jay Charters

Your Show and all of your people were great. We will be back next year. The Shift Change: One of the many “shifts” of volunteers help they gave us on Friday morning Thanks for all your work, Steve. getting ready to head out into the Show made my day. Out set up takes 32 Ben and I were very pleased with man hours to hang up to 8,000 lures. this year, our best show yet. Lots Two of your people came over to help of sales for our tuna rigs and great and were great! We got it done. My feedback from many past custom- check will be in the mail in the next ers who continue to buy at this few says for next year. show. Capt. Pete Myers John and Ben Wilson Run Off Charters and Lure Co. The Lonely Angler Hats off to another great year! My two cents...This year I enjoyed the show as a volunteer, as a shopper, and Once again Steve and the RISAA Even Governor Chafee came to see the show and through the eyes of a 5 and 9 year old. team put on a great show! I was stopped into the show office to say hello to Steve All were lots of fun! I got to meet and extremely impressed with the over- Medeiros (l) and Roger Lema (r) talk to lots of great people. I shared all interest in AMSOIL products at lots of great “fish stories”, picked up the show. I plan to in- a couple of new secret weap- crease the size of my ons for fluking, got to sample booth and bring in addi- some (and bought) delicious tional products and asso- crab cakes, and enjoyed the ciates next year! Kids Zone and Scavenger Thanks RISAA! Hunt with my two youngest Capt. John Sheriff granddaughters. Ocean State Synthetics This is the first year I experi- enced the Kids Zone and Scavenger Hunt on a personal level and have to commend everyone involved - from the RISAA volunteers to the various vendors Thanks for a great show that participated for making such this year! We definately an enjoyable time for the kids! would like to reserve the Both girls absolutely loved the same space next year. show! They can’t wait to go back Ross Lemieux & Family next year - and neither can Rich Inland Marine and I! Gisele Golembeski - 20 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 The New England Saltwater Fishing Show March 11 - 13, 2011 SUCCESS!

It was an impressive show! Friday was a great day at our TowBoat US Contratulations to the entire team of orga- booth. Our total membership enrollment far nizers. Pulling off an event of this size so surpassed the totals for the last few years. smoothly is not something to be taken for It is truly a GREAT Show. granted. The show is a tremendous re- Clint Allen source to fishermen throughout the region TowBoatU.S. New Bedford and one of the surest signs of spring. Just one more reason why I am proud to be a member of RISAA and proud to recom- mend the organization to others. Thank Awesome job. Just awesome! Thank you you. for extending the opportunity to the Bob Oberg Pawtuxet River Authority. We networked with all the other environmental advocacy groups and a lot came out of that. The Capt. Ed Kearney bought the first 2011 RI The NE Saltwater Fishing Show has come only problem I could see is that I spent Saltwater Fishing License at the Show and gone. As a retail exhibitor I am always way too much money on fishing stuff! amazed at how its all put Bob Nero together. Great job to the Pawtuxet River Authority RISAA team for another successful event. As Chair- man of the Fly Fishing Committee there was a lot of enthusiasm and we are THANKS TO JUNIORS looking for new enthusiast COMMITTEE this season. Junior committee chairman Capt. David Porreca Bob Leblanc & Secretary River & Riptide Anglers Julie Leblanc really made the Kids Zone great this Thanks for allowing the year. They went all out Stan Gibbs Fishermans making it kid friendly with art Classic a booth at the 2011 and decorations plus they show. We were able to raise gave their entire weekend up money on the positive side, to make it all come together. after expenses, toward our Another mention should goal for the Fisherman go to junior members Chase Statue. Fundraising aside, Dore, Jillian Leblanc and the moral support for James LeBlanc who put in theFisherman Staute was long hours helping at the overwhelming and we are Kids Zone as well as other grateful to you, RISAA and junior members, Carmen the New England Saltwater Westfall and George Fishing Show in helping to Fotiades. It's really nice bring awareness of our seeing junior members goal. chipping in and helping the Rob Willis club like that. Great bunch President of kids we have in RISAA! Stan Gibbs Cape Cod Canal Chuck Dore Fisherman’s Classic

- 21 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 The FRANCES FLEET “Catch a Good Time!”

COD FISHING Sailing daily 3:00 AM - 3:00 PM weather permitting

Visit our shop for live and frozen bait, ice, rods & reels, tackle and more. Locted across from the boats.

Call for reservations. For more info, visit our website: francesfleet.com Private charters available aboard the “Captain Frances.” Call for more info.

Located in the Port of Galilee, RI (401) 783-4988 Member Directions to West Valley Inn, Blossom Street, West Warwick,RI

FROM WESTERLY AND POINTS SOUTH: I-95 North to exit 11 onto I-295 North. Take Exit 1 to Rt 113 West towards West Warwick (follow directions below)

FROM PROVIDENCE AND POINTS NORTH: I-95 South to exit 12B to Rt 113 West (follow directions below) 2 East Ave FROM NARRAGANSETT AND SOUTH COUNTY: 95 Route 1 North, becomes Route 4 North Blossom St 113 to end and merges onto I-95 North, then take to exit 11 onto I-295 North. 33 Take Exit 1 to Rt 113 West. (follow directions below)

FROM RT 113 WEST off I-95 Providence St Follow 113 west through 3 lights, and cross Route 2 onto East Avenue. East Ave becomes River St (one way). Go to light and 95 turn left onto Rt 33 (Providence St). Go 8/10 mile to West Valley Inn (entrance on right). - 22 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 One of the missions of RISAA is to represent the concerns of Also, all money received by the PAC must come from the recreational community on regulatory and legislative issues. individual donors. No contribution can be accepted from any That means that we have to deal with elected officials. organization or business interest. Fortunately, there are a number of legislators who have worked The PAC has an independent treasurer and its own bank hard on our behalf and others who support RISAA principles. We account. need to be sure those officials remain in office. The RISAA PAC Committee first receives requests for It is also important that legislators understand who we are. If contributions. If the PAC Committee approves a request, it is we don’t advance our own causes, no one will do it for us. then forwarded to the full RISAA Legislative Committee, which is By law, our Association can not contribute funds to any made up of RISAA members and delegates from all of the 29 candidate, therefore we have established a legal, incorporated affiliated clubs. The EP Committee then reviews the and registered Political Action Committee which CAN make recommendations, and if the full Committee votes to approve a contributions on our behalf. political contribution, that recommendation is forwarded to the Only donations specifically made to the RISAA PAC can be RISAA Board of Directors which has the final vote on all PAC used. Under no circumstances can any membership dues money donations. Every PAC expenditure must pass this 3-step process. - or any other contribution made to the Association - be used for Democracy is not a spectator sport. To be effective, we must the PAC. It would be a violation of state election laws for any participate in the system. money from RISAA to be used for PAC purposes.

With your help we can continue to work within the political system to safeguard the rights and traditions of recreational fishing DONATIONS MADE DURING 2011 COPPER (up to $49) BRONZE ($50+) SILVER ($100+) GOLD ($200+) PLATINUM ($500+) Joseph Kuyoth Charles Dore Capt. Charles Costa Capt. Sandy Kane waiting for John Vivari Howard MacMillan Robert Hawthorne your donation Robert Oliveira Peter Jenkins We need YOUR name here!

It's time for recreational anglers to stand up and be counted! Enclosed is my contribution to the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association

Please print: POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE. 1) Name: ______2) Phone: ______3) Address: ______no. street city state zip 4) Place of employment: ______(required by law) Address:______no. street city state zip 5) Enclosed is cash or check for: $10 $25 $50 $100 other____ (make payble to: RISAA PAC) 6) Donations can ONLY be accepted from individuals. No company or organization check can be accepted. (R.I. law) 7) From time to time we will acknowledge the names of contributors in our newsletter, but you can remain anonymous, if you prefer. It is OK to print my name Do NOT print my name Mail to: RISAA PAC, 6 Arnold Road, Coventry, RI 02816 - 23 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 The RISAA Education Committee Presents RISAA MEMBERS INVITED TO UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND PARTICIPATE ON RESEARCH VESSEL TRIPS SEE HOW A DRAGGER CATCHES FISH nce again, RISAA and Rhode Island these trips, and they fill quickly, so don't OSea Grant are making this wait to sign up. educational opportunity available to RISAA members. THE COST The cost to each member will be $15 Here's your chance to see how a per person. It's actually more, but commercial fishing dragger operates. RISAA is paying the rest. The boat will sail if it rains, but not for rough seas. You'll learn about the various nets and sizes that are used, how they work and ONLY RISAA MEMBERS what to expect. You'll see how the mesh The Cap'N Bert sizes of the nets can capture more or less Unlike other RISAA-sponsored species. And you'll see the "catch" as it's events when spouses, guests and brought aboard, and examine a variety of friends are invited, this trip must be species with the Sea Grant marine limited to to RISAA members. That's biologists. Measure fish and handle some because there are only 15 spots of the local species of the Bay. available on each trip, and RISAA is paying part of the fee. As the Cap'N Bert steams out of Also, those members must be in Wickford Harbor, members will be able to "good standing" - meaning their dues visit the captain, view the vast array of must be paid up. electronics aboard and ask questions MORE DETAILS about the workings of the boat. Then the Members gather around as the operation Participants must be at least 10 net will be dropped and towed, capturing of a dragger net is explained sea life from the bottom of Narragansett years old. Each child must be Bay. accompanied by an adult. No open-toed shoes should be Although the Cap'N Bert catches fish worn. for scientific purposes, the same methods If you want to keep any of the fish are used as on commercial fishing boats. . brought aboard, you must have a RI recreational salt water license with you. When the net is hauled in, the real Sign-ups will be accepted at the purpose of the trip begins: to study the monthly meetings or you can register multitude of sea life on the bottom of now by mail. Narragansett Bay. The Cap'n Bert sails at 8:00 AM Members learn a little about lobster Every few years RISAA sponsors biology during one of our past trips Cost is $15 non-refundable, per member. YES! Sign me up for a "Cap'N Bert" Trip! Check must accompany this slip. Name(s):______Cell Phone: ______(RISAA members only) Enclosed is my check for $______. Number of people _____ (RISAA members ONLY)

The trip I am signing up for is (check) Mail this form and check to: R.I.S.A.A. R Saturday, June 11 at 8:00 AM -TRIP FULL P.O. Box 1465 R Saturday, June 25 at 8:00 AM Coventry, RI 02816 - 24 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 The Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association ENTERTAINMENT COMMITTEE presents our 3rd Annual Trip to Fenway Park Sunday, June 5, 2011 1:35 PM GAME BOSTON RED SOX VS Oakland A's $71 per person includes deluxe coach bus transportation and admission* to the game (*Section 11) • Bus will depart from from the state Park & Ride lot on Route 117 in Warwick. • Bus departs Fenway Park 30 minutes after the end of the game.

First Come, First Served LIMITED TO 52 PERSONS! Members and guests are welcome

Last year's trip participants all had a great time!

SIGN ME UP FOR THE RISAA TRIP TO FENWAY PARK ON SUNDAY, JUNE 5 Name:______Evening phone: ______

Address: ______Cell: ______

City: ______State:______Zip: ______

I want ______tickets. Others attending beside myself (name):______Payment must accompany registration NOTES: Enclosed is my check for $______• Alcoholic beverages not permitted on bus ChargeSOLD to my credit card: 1. Card type (check) MasterCard OUT Visa • No refunds after May 29, 2011 2. Amount Authorized: $______• Bus departs promptly at times advertised 3. Expiration Date (mo/yr): ______4. CVV # ______(3-digit number in reverse italics on back of card) Mail to: R.I.S.A.A. 5. Name on card (print): ______P. O. Box 1465 6. Card Number: ______Coventry, RI 02816 - 25 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 R.I.S.A.A. DVD LIBRARY RISAA maintains a library of fishing and boating DVD's that MEMBERS may borrow for FREE to enjoy at home for up to two weeks. Simply call the RISAA office at 401-826-2121 and let us know which DVD's you would like to borrow. You may pick up the DVD's at the monthly seminars or we will mail them to you. Please order by video number and please give at least THREE DAYS NOTICE. It's just one more benefit of belonging to the RISAA!

100 Saltwater Fishing Mistakes (98) Bennett Marine How To Get The Hook Out Without Pain - (47) Dr. J.Goldey Advanced Trolling For Saltwater Fish (49) James Marsh How To Paint Your Fiberglass Boat (65) Art of Castnet Throwing (103) Warren Wheeler How To Rig Your Boat For Fishing (56) Atlantic Giants: The Ultimate Bluefin (75) Dennis Braid How To Troll The Way The Pros Do (18) Dr. Jim Wright Atlantic Speedsters: Atlantic Bonito/Little Tunny (3) How To Wire Line Troll (31) Dr. Jim Wright Back To Basics: Finding The Spot (92) Bennett Marine Ice Fishing: The Cure For Cabin Fever (28) Babe Winkelman Back To Basics: Nearshore Fishing (90) Bennett Marine Interfacing Marine Electronics - (68S) John Owen Back To Basics: Offshore Fishing (89) Bennett Marine Kayak Capsize Recovery & Rescue (101) Basic Saltwater Fly Tying (46) Jamie Dickinson Let's Go Saltwater Fishing - Beginner's Guide (19) Better Half of Fishing: How-To Fish For Women (102) Lures & Sinkers: Do It Yourself (29) VanSant Productions Boating Basics For First Time Boaters (4) Bennett Marine Diesel Engine Maintenance (43) Bennett Marine Bottom Fishing Techniques Vol 1 - (61) James Marsh Marine Gas Engine Maintenance (20) Bennett Marine Bottom Fishing Techniques Vol 2 - (62) James Marsh Marine Plumbing, Do-It-Yourself (50) Cast Netting For Live Bait (5) Capt. Al Lorenzetti Nothing But Bass (69) 3-DVD set. Northeast Angling Catch Big Fish from Small Boats (97) Bennett Marine Nothing But Blackfish (57) 2-DVD set. Northeast Angling Challenge Of The Giant Tarpon - (87) Nothing But Fluke (58) 2-DVD set. Northeast Angling Chunking For Stripers & Blues -Capt. John Alberda (6) Nothing But Sharks (70) Northeast Angling Coast Guard License: Advanced Piloting (59) On The Water's Fishing New England: Season 1 (93) Dolphin- Yellow & Green Fighting Machine (51) On The Water's Fishing New England: Season 1 (94) Fiberglass Repair: Part 1 - The basics(76) Outboard Marine Engine Maintenance (63) Bennett Fiberglass Repair: Part 2 - Transom repair (77) Pop Fleyes: Saltwater Patterns (85) Bob Popovics Fiberglass Repair: Part 3 - Add foam, gelcoat repair (78) Powerboat Navigation (67) 1988, John Rousmaniere Fiberglass Repair: Part 4 - Restoring a 20' Runabout (79) Reef & Wreck Fishing (21) Capt. Al Lorenzetti Fiberglass Repair Made Easy - Two vol set (37/38) Rigging Baits For Giant Bluefin (66) Capt. G. Metcalf Fishing For Bluefish (7) Capt. Al Lorenzetti Rod Building Basics (02 DVD) Steve Petri Fishing For Sharks (27) The Fisherman Video Library Saltwater Flycasting: 10 Steps To Distance & Power (86) G. Roberts Fishing For Striped Bass: Live Bait- (9) A. Lorenzetti Secrets of the Party Boat Captains (71) Capt. Neil Delanoy Fishing For Trophy Striped Bass (96) Capt. Al Lorenzetti Spring Commissioning & Winterizing Your Boat (22) Fishing Knots (55) James Marsh Stand Up To A Giant Bluefin (12) Dennis Braid Fluke Fishing (10) Capt. Al Lorenzetti Stripers Gone Wild (42) Mike Laptew Fluke Fishing: Improving Your Catch (11) D.Kamienski Stripers In Paradise (23) Mike Laptew Fly Fishing Success: Dry Fly Strategy (82) Joe Humphries Striper Magic (24) Mike Laptew Fly Fishing Success: Nymphing Strategy (83) Joe Humphries Striper Strategies: Freshwater Hybrid Stripers (95) In-Fisherman Fly Rodding For Tarpon - Leisure Time Products (84) Surf Fishing & Distance Casting (81) Ron Arra GPS Navigation (13) Bennett Marine Surf Fishing with T.J. & Joe (44) Handling Your Single Engine Inboard/Outboard (14) Top 60 Tips Saltwater - Southern Waters (100) Haul Out (64) Stuart Riddell Trailering Your Boat - John Owens (80) Heavy Weather Powerboat Handling (36) Trolling For Bass and Blues (41) Capt. Al Lorenzetti How To Cast With A Saltwater Fly Rod (35) Dr. Jim Wright Trophy Fluke Fishing (25) Capt. Charlie Nappi How To Catch Bait Fish (53) J. Marsh Tuna, Tuna, Tuna (48) James Marsh How To Catch Bluefish (15) Dr. Jim Wright Twin Engine Powerboat Handling (40) Bennett Marine How to Catch Flounder (33) Dr Jim Wright Understanding Fish & How to Catch Them (74) Laptew/Kregh How to Catch Sharks (52) Dr. Jim Wright Using Downriggers To Catch Saltwater Fish (32) How To Catch Striped Bass (16) Dr. Jim Wright U.S. Power Squadron Boating Course (60) How To Catch Striped Bass: Tube & Worm (99) Jon Tolley Varnishing Made Easy (54) How To Catch Tautog (17) -Dr. Jim Wright When Fish Won't Bite (91) How To Catch Tuna (34) -Dr Jim Wright Winterizing Your Boat (26) see also Spring Commissioning How To Filet Saltwater Fish (45) Dr. Jim Wright

- 26 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 Guide to Common Life on Narragansett Bay A continuing series that describes the common fish, invertibrates, plants, water birds, and marine mammals that share our Bay. This month..... Fiddler Crab Colloquial Nickname: Sand Fiddler Crab, Marsh Fiddler Crab • Scientific Name: Uca pugilator, Uca pugnax Field Markings: Male fiddler tide rises and remains in the crabs have one large claw and burrow throughout the winter. are brighter in color, having Fiddler crabs feed on plant purple-gray or blue carapace detritus present salt marshes with irregular markings of black after a receding tide. They or brown. Females have equal- emerge from their burrows in sized claws and much more droves to filter through the subdued coloration on their mud. The fiddler crab can stay carapaces. out of the water in damp ground Size: Carapace is up to 1 inch for months at a time. They have long; major claw on the male can gills for breathing in water, and be up to 2 inches long. they also have a primitive lung, Habitat: Mud, sand or march, which enables them to live on near the high tide line land. Season: Year-round; hibernate Narragansett Bay also in burrows during the winter months. hosts a similar species called the marsh crab (Uca pugnax). The marsh crab has two small, equal-sized claws and a square back Distinguishing Features and Behaviors with eyestalks on the outer corner of the carapace. Marsh crabs Fiddler crabs live in burrows near the water’s edge. They are burrow with fiddler crabs and, although they are primarily called fiddlers because of the extreme difference in the size of the herbivores, they sometimes prey on the fiddlers. male’s claws, with the larger claw resembling a fiddle All fiddler crabs are similar in shape, having a smooth Relationship to People carapace and a square-shaped body. The eyes are found at the Fiddler crabs play a vital role in salt marsh ecology because end of two long and slender movable eyestalks located in the their feeding and burrowing keeps marshes clean and aids their center of the carapace. growth. The long, hollow burrows of a fiddler crab community The large second claw of the male fiddler crab is used to help to aerate the sediment of the marsh. Destruction of fiddler protect territories and to attract a mate during the breeding crab communities by shoreline development or other human season. The male crab will stand by the entrance to the burrow activities also damages vital Bay salt marshes and wetlands. waving the larger claw in an effort to attract a female. Fiddler crabs are colonial, often living together in large clusters. Territorial fighting occurs between the males, and they HOW TO GET YOUR OWN COPY will go to extremes to defend their burrows. Despite their fighting, RISAA members can purchase their own copy of The fiddler crabs travel in herds of thousands when feeding. They Uncommon Guide To Common Life on Narragansett Bay live in slanting burrows up to three feet long, which they dig for $15 from the RISAA Merchandise Committee. Stop by with their walking legs. The crab plugs the entrance when the the committee table at any monthly RISAA meeting.

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Rules: • Must be an adult/regular member in good standing • Must be present to win • RISAA Board members not eligible • Certificates must be redeemed within 90 days • Limited to one win per calendar year • May not be exchanged for cash. Entire amount must be redeemed at tackle shop March Meeting Winners Winner of the REGULAR MEMBER door prize was The winner of the JUNIOR MEMBER door prize was GARY JOHNSON ABIGALE O’DONNELL who selected his $200 certificate to Quaker Lane Bait & Tackle won a rod and reel spinning combo

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STRIPERS • BLUES • COD • FLUKE • TUNA • SHARK Inshore, Offshore & Canyon Trips Available 35’ Custom Henriques Sportfish CAPT. JOHN OGOZALEK Dream Catcher II Charters www.ogofishing.com Capt. Mike Comerford, Sr. Sailing from USCG Licensed Captain 672 North Main Street 860-774-6924 Point Judith 401-651-9600 Danielson, CT 06239 [email protected] [email protected] • dreamcatcherri.com - 30 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 SOUTH SHORE (from page 3) THE WORM HATCH and SHAD however, as draining tidal ponds and structured beachfronts are The warmer water and sunny days as spring continues to often laced with snags and weed. progress will ignite what is known locally as “the worm hatch.” EAST SIDE OF POINT JUDITH This provides an opportunity for small boaters and shore casters On the other side of Pt. Judith, to the East, most of the to have at stripers displaying very un-striper like behavior. In Narragansett oceanfront is too rugged for the light stuff, but May and June the moon low tides tend to expose more bottom spots like behind Aunt Carrie’s Restaurant as well as the Coast to the warming rays of the sun which in turn kindles the spawn. Guard Restaurant offer some good platforms. These areas Around the same time a much more acrobatic species makes sometimes host gluts of fall bass and bluefish. Some days these an appearance in the tidal ponds at Pt. Judith, Ninigret, and fish blitz the baitfish all day long. With the exception of the Weekapaug as well as the beachfronts at Green Hill and Deep ledges in the Hazard and Newton Avenue region that are not Hole and the mouth of the Narrow River over in Narragansett. light tackle friendly anyway, most of the areas along this Eastern Hickory Shad have become a plentiful and obliging light tackle Shore are shallow. Any wind out of the west and northwest will endeavor, providing a challenge from both boat and shore. help propel small lures to greater distances and allow the angler The trick with these guys is not necessarily getting them to to explore more of the water column. strike, but actually bringing them to net. They exhibit some wild BONITO AND FALSE ALBACORE head shaking and cartwheeling September and October regularly host the small tunas, aka leaps and this behavior, coupled bonito and false albacore. These torpedoes are considered the with a rather soft mouth, makes ultimate challenge for both light tackle devotees and fly finesse essential to consistent fishermen. Although they can pop up at most any of the earlier success. sited spots, Pt. Judith Harbor’s West Wall has become known Within the ponds and along as the “go to” destination. the beachfront’s rocky points, they often mix in with schoolie Small metals like Deadly Dicks, Swedish Pimples and bass, as they converge on the same bait. In most instances you’ll Krocadiles will fool many Albies and a good number of the know right off which one you’re battling as the bass will try to more scrupulous Bonies. Fly guys bulldog down deep while the hickories will hurl themselves into turn to streamers and other the air repeatedly, attempting to throw the hook. baitfish clones that closely mimic October will find the stretch of beach from Snug Harbor the prevalent forage. north to the Dept. of Environmental Management buildings as While none of these fish well as the walls at Champlin’s Restaurant and directly across would be considered extreme in Jerusalem to be lined with anglers. tackle taxing targets, most will FLUKE give you and your largemouth Fluke are a frequently overlooked light tackle nearshore bass gear all you can handle. The objective. Mostly associated with drifting in the deeper waters quality, downsized gear offered farther from shore, they’re also known to lurk and chase bait by many manufacturers that within casting distance of the beach and the rocky jetties. Those incorporate high caliber drags still summer mornings along East Beach and Carpenters Bar and versatile, dependable rods are that are interrupted by intermittent flurries of activity from small just the ticket for these light tackle bass and “cocktail blues” will sometimes have fluke stalking adversaries. Brenda Pelletier proves the same baitfish or picking up the scraps. Fan casting bucktails, To further enhance access to that even the diminutive and then allowing them to get to the bottom as you move down productive waters within the scup can put up quite a the beach allows for covering a lot of ground. South Shore salt ponds, the battle on appropriate These predatory flat fish also prowl the salt ponds. Many a utilizing of a kayak can be key. light gear. fly fisherman casting weighted streamers to school bass in the Light tackle angling and the ponds and at inlets like the Narrow River have been surprised kayak go together like bacon and by a keeper fluke inhaling their offering. eggs. Casting artificials or flies on the tidal flats or trolling a When exploring the ponds for fluke, concentrate on the downsized tube and worm in the shallows at dawn can produce channels and channel drop-offs first. Again, jigs are probably some great action. the best way for shore bound spin anglers to approach this For those who haven’t taken the plunge into kayaking, shops endeavor. like Quaker Lane Outfitters in North Kingstown, and the Small boaters can take advantage of a dropping tide to drift, previously mentioned Breachway Bait & Tackle offer rentals much the same as oceanfront fluking. Tandem jig and trailer to get you acquainted. These lightweight boats can get the light rigs work well here. String a strip of squid or porkrind along tackle angler to some secluded spots that are unapproachable with a mummichog or spearing to garnish the jig along with the on foot. trailer. The effort these guys can muster in the shallows will Every so often it’s a lot of fun to stow the heavy gear and surprise you. break out the downscaled stuff. It can expose an angler to a Whether applying light equipment for fFluke from a boat or whole new realm of opportunities. Catching them with finesse shore, the rules remain the same. You have to be on or near the can be as rewarding as conquering them with muscle. bottom. This type of fluking is not for those easily dissuaded - 31 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 The Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association (RISAA) believes in the sensible management of AFFILIATED fisheries and the conservation and restoration of all marine resources. RISAA has accepted a leader- ship role in order to provide a unified voice to preserve and protect the rights, traditions and future of ORGANIZATIONS recreational angling. In order to achieve these goals, it is important for organizations who have the same goals to join together, uniting their voices and votes for the good of present and future generations of anglers. Therefore, the RISAA is proud to be AFFILIATED with these respected organizations.

Blue Water

Buckeye Brook Anglers Coalition Blue Water Bowling Green Bristol County Buckeye Brook Buzzards Bay CT/RI Coastal Anglers Fishing Club Striper Club Coalition Fishing Club Fly Fishers

Galilee

Tuna Club Connecticut East Greenwich East Bay Galilee Jamestown Massachusetts Surfcasters Assoc. Yacht Club Anglers Tuna Club Striper Club Beach Buggy Assoc.

Narragansett Massachusetts Narragansett Pier Narragansett Newport Cty Salt Ocean State Striped Bass Assoc. Salt Water Sportfishing Assoc. Surfcasters Water Fishing Club Surfcasters Fishing Club

R. I. Marine Old Colony Pioneer Valley R. I. Mobile R. I. Party & Princeton Trades Assoc. Amphibians Boat & Surf Club Fishing Team Sportfishermen Charter Boat Assoc.

Rhody Fly Rodders

Rhody Slater Mill St. John’s United Fly Tyers of Weekapaug Fly Rodders Fishing Club Fishing Club Rhode Island Surfcasters COALITION PARTNERSHIPS In order to promote fisheries management and conservation on a regional, national and international scale, the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association has associated with these organizations:

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Light tackle Fly-fishing WHITE GHOST Fishing Charters Stripers • blues • fluke • sea bass • scup • tautog Bait & Tackle Capt. Jim White 166 Charlestown Beach Road, Charlestown, RI 02813 401-828-9465 401-364-6407 Pro Staff for Evinrude • Lowrance Quantum • Wood Boat and Motor Page: 872-0322 Owners: Ron & Karleen Mouchon Member 43 York Drive, Coventry, RI 02816 - 33 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 STRIPED BASS (from page 1) Draft Addendum III will propose a range of fishing bass in eight separate events. management measures including, but not limited to, adjustments There was also a request from Connecticut to transfer their to commercial and recreational minimum size (for jurisdictions annaul commercial quota of 23,750 pounds to a bonus recreational outside Chesapeake Bay and Albemarle Sound/Roanoke River), fishery. reductions in annual coastal commercial allocation, reductions in This bonus, if approved, would allow the harvest of 4,025 recreational bag limits, revisions to the target F rate (for striped bass between 22-27.9 inches in the Connecticut River. It Chesapeake Bay and Albemarle Sound/Roanoke River), and is estimated that the striped bass population in the CT River, size reductions on fishing for striped bass in known spawning areas 22-28”, is approximately 165,000 fish, so the exploitation rate would during the spawning season by at least 50% (for jurisdictions be 2.4%. Monitoring would be conducted through a tag system. bordering the Hudson River, Delaware River, Chesapeake Bay Tags will be mailed back to Marine Fisheries with information on and Albemarle Sound/Roanoke River). the size of the fish caught as well as the date. The tags will be The commercial and recreational fishery is currently managed distributed to Riverfront Riverkeepers as part of a program to through Amendment 6 to the Striped Bass Fishery Management promote fishing activities to disadvantaged kids. While the Plan. The Amendment, passed in 2003, allocates the coastal program has been mainly developed as an outreach initiative, it commercial quota and set a two fish bag limit and a 28 inch size may also provide marginal predator control to help rebuild minimum for the recreational fishery, with the exception of the blueback herring stocks. Chesapeake Bay fisheries, Albemarle Sound/Roanoke River This program will not replace the current 2 fish / 28" fisheries, and states with approved alternative regulations. recreational fishery regulations. It is not expected that the entire The Draft Addendum will be developed for preliminary review quota will be harvested. by the Atlantic Striped Bass Management Board in August. All AP members were in support of the outreach component of the proposed program. Kelly Place (chair-VA) had concerns STRIPED BASS AP REPORT about the discard mortality and potential highgrading and asked The ASMFC Striped Bass Advisory Panel (AP) met in March if a 5.9 pound stiped bass could eat that many blueback herring and I participated as Rhode Island’s representative. Discussed or shad. during this meeting was the highly publicized North Carolina Arnold Leo (NY) noted that a recent proposal to increase the discard event and Maryland poaching incidents, in which MD commercial quota by a modest amount was opposed by CT, yet natural resources police officers recovered 12.5 tons of striped now they were requesting to increase fishing pressure. (to page 39) Spring Cod Fishing Ask about FREE FARE for group organizer 6 Passenger Private Groups Starting at $775 Mon, Wed, Fri • Individuals $125/person • 9 hours Captain Charlie Donilon • 10% Discount RISAA Members • Gear For All Types Of Fishing • Gift Certificates • 40 Years Experience • Capacity 6 - 23 Passengers 46’ Charterboat “SNAPPA” 2 Congdon Dr., Wakefield, RI 02879 Home 401-782-4040 • Cell -401-487-9044 www.snappacharters.com • [email protected] Member

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- 34 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 NOAA Begins National Survey of the Economic Contributions of Saltwater Angling NOAA is again surveying saltwater anglers across the Those who participate in both parts of the survey will help nation to update and improve estimates of the overall NOAA produce accurate economic information. economic contributions of saltwater recreational fishing to Economists from NOAA’s Fisheries Service throughout the U.S. economy. the country as well as regional and state partners are Throughout 2011, NOAA will survey a random sampling assisting with the 2011 survey. Once the economic data of the more than 15 million saltwater anglers in each of the 23 are collected, they will be analyzed and released as a NOAA coastal states and Puerto Rico for the 2011 National Marine report. Recreational Fishing Expenditure Survey. The most recent economic study in 2009 showed that The survey will include people who fish from shore, from anglers’ docks, from party or charter boats and from privately owned expenditures boats. Field interviews have begun and will continue throughout generated $59 the year. billion in sales NOAA and its state partners will ask anglers how long their and supported fishing trips last and how more than much they spend on bait, 385,000 jobs. boat fuel, ice, charter fees This is and other expenses. NOAA’s Anglers will also be second national asked to participate in a survey follow-up survey that will focusing on Sportfishing supports the economies of many ask them to estimate what how much coastal communities they spend on durable saltwater goods such as boats and anglers spend on their sport. The information gathered in the Saltwater anglers buy tackle and fishing tackle used for survey will contribute to more informed decisions on a variety other durable goods for their sport. saltwater angling for the of recreational fishing issues. previous 12 months.

- 35 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 2011 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Executive Director...... Stephen Medeiros...... [email protected]...... 401-826-2121 President...... Stephen Medeiros...... [email protected]...... 401-826-2121 1st Vice President...... Capt. Richard Hittinger...... [email protected]...... 401-739-1875 2nd Vice President...... Capt. Bruce Getchell...... [email protected]...... 401-742-1129 Secretary...... Curt Caserta...... [email protected]...... 401-667-0123 Treasurer...... Capt. Edwin Cook...... [email protected]...... 401-885-0679 Sergeant-At-Arms...... Mark Paparelli...... [email protected]...... 401-884-6724 Board Member...... George Allen...... [email protected]...... 401-849-4896 Board Member...... Robert Blasi...... [email protected]...... 401-527-5157 Board Member...... Charles Bradbury...... [email protected]...... 401-647-5305 Board Member...... Capt. Edward Kearney...... [email protected]...... 401-397-4513 Board Member...... William Sosnicki...... [email protected]...... 401-822-2979 Board Member...... Michael Warner...... [email protected]...... 401-364-0027

COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS Artificial Reefs...... Capt. Richard Hittinger...... [email protected]...... 401-739-1875 Boat & Fishing Shows...... Capt. Mike Warner...... [email protected]...... 401-364-0027 By-Laws...... Robert Blasi...... [email protected]...... 401-527-5157 Charities...... Joan Bradbury...... [email protected] ...... 401-647-5305 Charter Trips...... Peter O'Biso...... [email protected]...... 401-783-2364 Dealer Discount Coordinator.....David Westfall...... [email protected]...... 401-270-1822 Education...... Capt. Ed Kearney...... [email protected]...... 401-397-4513 Elections...... Gary Perschau...... [email protected]...... 401-828-3464 Entertainment...... Lynn Medeiros...... [email protected]...... 401-996-3308 Fly Fishing...... David Porreca...... [email protected]...... 401-392-1919 Foundation...... Capt. Michael Warner...... [email protected]...... 401-364-0027 Fund-Raising...... Linton Wilder...... [email protected] ...... 401-828-7795 Historian...... Position open...... Junior Activities...... Robert LeBlanc...... [email protected]...... 401-884-0503 Kayak...... David Pollack...... [email protected]...... 401-749-5379 Legislative...... George Allen...... [email protected]...... 401-849-4896 Membership...... Capt. Edward Kearney...... [email protected]...... 401-397-4513 Menhaden...... Capt. Ed Cook...... [email protected].. 401-885-0679 Merchandise...... William Sosnicki...... [email protected]...... 401-822-2979 Political Action PAC...... Stephen Medeiros...... [email protected]...... 401-826-2121 Newsletter...... Stephen Medeiros...... [email protected]...... 401-826-2121 Public Access...... Robert Moeller...... [email protected]...... 401-884-0117 Public Relations...... Deborah Nelson...... [email protected]...... 401-465-8165 Saltwater Fishing Show...... Stephen Medeiros...... [email protected] 401-826-2121 Scholarship...... Curt Caserta...... [email protected]...... 401-667-0123 Striper Cup...... David Westfall...... [email protected]...... 401-270-1822 Surfcasters...... Robert Moeller...... [email protected]...... 401-884-0117 Tag & Release...... William Sosnicki...... [email protected]...... 401-822-2979 Tournaments...... Mark Paparelli...... [email protected]...... 401-884-6724

Legal Counsel to Board of Directors..... Mitchell Riffkin, Esq Liason to Recreational Fishing Alliance...... Douglas MacPherson RISAA Office: (401) 826-2121 • FAX: (401) 826-3546 Internet: WWW.RISAA.ORG New England Saltwater Fishing Show: www.nesaltwatershow.com - 36 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 - 37 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 PREVIOUS AND CONTINUALLY SUPPORTED PROGRAMS • Blackstone River fish ladders construction • Ninigret Park Fishing Access • Woonasquatucket River fish ladders • College Scholarships in Marine Sciences • Pawtuxet River Authority fish passage • Eel grass planting • Plum Beach Lighthouse restoration • Fishway construction/restoration • Public access adoption programs and the • Fishing The Ocean State TV program • Public education programs and seminars RISAA • Fish Tag & Release programs • Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation • JASON Expedition teacher training • Salmon-In-The-Classroom, Westerly Schools Take-A-Kid • Kickemuit River fish ladder construction • Salt marsh restoration Fishing Days • Narragansett Bay Journal publication • Sea Grant cooperative research programs • National Environthon- Coventry HS team • Tag-A-Giant Tuna Foundation

THANKS TO ALL WHO MADE DONATIONS IN 2010 COPPER (up to $49) 2 Anonymous Members Capt. Stephen Robert Ballou Segerson Donald Forest John Vivari Rev. Jan Knost Daniel Watson Capt. Bob Murgo

BRONZE ($50+) SILVER ($100+) GOLD ($250+) Earl Buckman Capt. Mitch Riffkin Anonymous member Robert Donaldson Michael Fotiades Capt. Ron Taddei East Bay Anglers Capt. Sandy Kane Peter Hendricks William Zanks Robert Hawthorne PLATINUM ($500+) Capt. Ed Kearney The Saltwater Edge Robert Fournier Stephen Medeiros Capt. Michael Warner Joseph Herbert J. George O’Keefe Eric Weybrant The Rhode Island Foundation Robert Oliveira Snug Harbor Marina Peter Vican Enclosed is my tax-deductible contribution to The Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Foundation The Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, created to provide an educational and public service forum for recreational saltwater anglers and the general community; to foster sportsmanship; to support marine conservation and the sound management of fisheries resources. Please print: Name: ______Phone: ______Address: ______no. street city state zip Enclosed is cash or check for: $5 $10 $25 $50 $100 other______My donation is made in the name of: ______From time to time we will acknowledge the names of contributors in our newsletter, but you can remain anonymous, if you prefer. It is OK to print my name Do NOT print my name Mail to: RISA Foundation, P.O. Box 1465, Coventry, RI 02816 Any donation over $10 will be sent a receipt that proves your contribution for tax purposes - 38 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 TAUTOG (from page 44) Current coastwide fishing mortality (F) is estimated at 0.38, well above the management plan’s target of F=0.20. Overfishing has occurred since 2005. These findings and the remaining information contained in the 2011 assessment update were approved by the Board for management use. In order to end overfishing and initiate stock rebuilding, Addendum VI lowers the F target to 0.15 and requires states to implement measures to achieve a 56% reduction in exploitation by January 1, 2012. The Technical Committee recommended implementing the F target at 0.15 or lower to stop overfishing and improve chances of rebuilding. Tautog’s slow growth rate, late maturity, and spawning behavior makes it particularly susceptible to overfishing and limits stock rebuilding. The Technical Committee advised that SSB will not increase under the current F (0.38) and will just reach the SSB threshold (21,500 metric tons) by 2025 under F = 0.15. SURFCASTERS (from page 8) Addendum VI requires all states to prohibit the possession Surfcasters would like to thank all of you who made tackle of undersized tautog in excess of bag and possession limits. donations, many of whom chose to be anonymous. Some we do The measure is intended to deter illegal harvest of tautog for know of were Chris Jalbert, Dick Fincher, Dick Cournoyer, Jeff the live market. The Board remains concerned about the illegal Gendron, Tom Smotherman, Matthew Carrol, Roger Lema, The live harvest and will continue to work with the Commission’s Woods, and Don Nelson from Bass Pro Shops. Thanks to new Law Enforcement Committee on ways to reduce it. Based on committee member Kevin Hoisington for making the 11th hour the advice of the Law Enforcement Committee and submitted run to Bass Pro to collect that donation. The person who donated public comment, the Board did not implement the other measures a large box of new wooden plugs to our effort certainly deserves contained in the public comment draft. mention, as do all of you whose names we do not have. The Addendum can be obtained via the Commission’s Thanks to Steve, Bruce, Paul and the entire Show Committee website at www.asmfc.org under Breaking News or by as well as the rest of our RISAA Membership who contributed contacting the Commission at 703/842-0740. For more to the success of the New England Saltwater Fishing Show again information, please contact Chris Vonderweidt at this year. [email protected]. SURF CLUB CHALLENGE UP NEXT Now you can find RISAA on Surfcasters next project is the Surf Fishing Club Challenge to be held the weekend of June 3-5. All RISAA affiliates are invited to participate in this event which promotes surf fishing and raises money to benefit Multiple Sclerosis. Club teams compete for the Team Trophy Award and 1. Go to www.facebook.com individual prizes for Largest Striper and Bluefish. 2. Seach for Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association The Team Entry Fee is $75.00. An Awards Breakfast is 3. When it comes up, click held the final morning of the tourney and includes a tackle raffle. All money raised will then be donated to STRIPED BASS (from page 34) the Multiple Sclerosis Society. For more information on this Tourney or Surfcasters It was noted that CT is entitled to use their commercial please contact me at [email protected]. allocation how they want and Fred Frillici (CT) and Peter Whelan (NH) brought up that New Jersey has had a similar Note: Proceeds from the upcoming RISAA Seminar Tackle program in place for many years. Whalen noted that the proposal Raffle in April will go to benefit Multiple Sclerosis. You still did not include any information about disadvantaged kids. K. have a chance to donate! Place stated that monitoring should be conducted on the program and wanted to know how many children had signed up to go fishing and how many mentors the program had to take the kids Stripers, Tautogs, fishing. Cod, Sharks,Tuna Capt. Mike Neto

Lou Bassano (NJ) made a motion to amend the proposal to 28' Ocean Runner require a review of the program after one year. The motion passed (11-2- 1 abs). The AP approved recommending approval (401) 573-FISH of the proposal to the Management Board, as amended, 11-2 (1 abs). up to 4 anglers Member - 39 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 Have you ever needed a plumber or auto mechanic and didn’t know who to call? Ever needed to have an item on your boat or home repaired, but had no idea where to call? Rather than calling a stranger or looking in the yellow pages, call another RISAA member! EVERY MEMBER WHO RUNS A BUSINESS OR PERFORMS A SERVICE is encouraged to sign up. It is totally FREE! Want to get yourself listed? Call the RISAA office (401-826-2121) and leave your name and number. Someone will get back to you. ABRASIVES _ Lucky Bait & Tackle...... 401-247-2223 CARPENTRY _ Massasoit Tool Company...... 800-648-6050 Member: Lorraine Danti (Warren, RI) KMD Custom Woodworking....401-639-8140 Member: Jim Jaques (East Greenwich, RI) www.luckybait.com discount to RISAA members Member: Keith Breault (Warwick, RI) Stock/distribute 3M coated abrasives Ocean State Tackle...... 401-226-6626 Kitchen cabinets, home office, entertain cntrs ACCOUNTING _ Member: David Henault (N. Providence, RI) Leigh Betts Carpentry...... 401-213-6452 Disanto, Priest & Co...... 401-921-2035 www.oceanstatetackle.com Member: Leigh Betts (Bradford, RI) Member: Raymond Marchak (Warwick, RI) Quaker Lane Bait & Tackle.....401-294-9642 Everything from framing to finish work www.disantopriest.com Member: Mike Bestwick (North Kingstown, RI) CARPET CLEANING _ ATTORNEYS _ 4019 Quaker Lane, North Kingstown Clean Rite Carpet Cleaning...401-788-0932 Henry M. Clinton, Esq...... 215-851-8536 Quonny Bait & Tackle...... 401-315-2330 Member: Rod Raso (Wakefield, RI) Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC Member: Robin Nash (Charlestown, RI) Carpet/upholstery, residential/comm/yachts Philadelphia, PA [email protected] 5223B Old Post Road, Charlestown, RI CHARTS - DECORATIVE _ Michael R. DeLuca, Esq...... 401-274-6644 River & Riptide Anglers...... 401-392-1919 Harbour Lights...... 860-933-2810 Gidley, Sarli & Marusak, L.L.P. Member: David Porreca (Coventry, RI) Member: Carl Welshman (Danielson, CT) 1 Turks Head Pl, Ste 900,Providence,RI 02903 2435 Nooseneck Hill Rd #4A, Coventry, RI www.lightedcharts.com - RISAA discount Raymond E. Gallison, Esq...... 508-677-4235 Snug Harbor Marina...... 401-783-7766 COFFEE - WHOLESALE _ 427 Plymouth Avenue, Fall River, MA 02721 Member: Al Conti (Wakefield, RI) Coffee Pause...... 800-444-1488 Mitchell S. Riffkin, Esq...... 401-732-6500 www.snugharbormarina.com Member: David Fuller (RI/MA) 631 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, RI 02886 Sportsman’s Outfitter...... 508-823-0412 www.coffeepause.com - Big selection of K-cups Joseph J. Roszkowski, Esq...... 401-769-3447 Member: Richard Gunter (Berkley, MA) COMPUTERS _ Justice of the Peace The Tackle Box...... 401-736-0605 Computer & Network Services..401-921-4288 1625 Diamond Hill Rd, Woonsocket, RI 02895 Member: Greg Bruning (Warwick,RI) Member: Bob LeBlanc (Warwick, RI) Sammartino & Berg...... 401-274-0113 443 West Shore Rd, Warwick, RI 10% off all labor; $25 off complete custom sys. Member: Andrew Berg, Esq. (Providence, RI) Wickford Rodworks...... 401-667-7363 CONSTRUCTION______AUTO BODY/REPAIR _ Member: Robert Barlas (Wickford, RI) Bryan Couture Construction...401-792-3672 A & N Auto Body Inc...... 508-336-5334 7 Main St, Wickford wickfordrodworks.com Member: Bryan Couture (Narragansett, RI) Member: Thomas Clark (Seekonk, MA) BLUEPRINTS _ Concrete flatwork, patios, driveways, floors 32 Industrial Ct, Seekonk, MA Rhode Island Blueprints...... 401-942-3225 D & M Concrete Forms...... 401-884-8778 AUTOMOTIVE _ Member: Paul Kelly (Cranston, RI) Member: David Peterson (N. Kingstown, RI) Moore’s Motor Service...... 401-821-4050 335 Webster Avenue, Cranston, RI All types of concrete form work Member: Clarence Moore (Coventry, RI) BOATING NEWS _ COOKING______487 Washington St, Coventry, RI BoatingLocal.com...... 508-789-6708 Gilchrist’s GreatGrates...... 401-364-3457 Newport Tire & Auto Service....401-847-1234 Member: Tom Richardson (Mattapoisett, MA) Member: Tim Gilchrist (Charlestown, RI) Member: Capt. Paul Russell (Newport, RI) www.boatinglocal.com Boating/fishing website www.greatgrate.com 15% RISAA disc over $20 Total auto repairs and tires BOAT SALES _ CUSTOM RODS _ RC Auto Repair...... 401-615-9924 Bassett Boat Company...... 401-886-7899 CMS Enterprise...... 508-995-2372 Member: Raymond Vincent, Jr. (Coventry, RI) Member: Derek Leigh (Warwick, RI) Member: Charles & Susan Ponte (New Bedford) General auto repair. 10% off labor to members. www.bassettboat.com [email protected] 637 Tarkiln Hill Rd, 2nd flr, New Bedford, MA Star Service Auto/Marine...... 401-821-9887 Brewer Street Boat Sales...... 401-847-0321 SGM Custom Rods & Tackle..401-315-5120 Member: Jay Starziano (Coventry, RI) Member: Jay Helme (Newport, RI) Member: George Forsberg (Bradford, RI) 10% discount parts/labor to RISAA members Blue Fin Sport Fishing Boats/Suzuki Outboards Located in Quonny Bait/Tackle BAIT & TACKLE _ Cataumet Boats...... 401-245-5222 DENTISTRY______Block Island Fishworks...... 401-466-5392 Member: Jack McMath (Barrington, RI) Exquisite Smiles...... 508-761-5320 Member: Chris Willi (Block Island, RI) Grady White, Carolina Skiff, Chris Craft Member: Dr. James Phelan (S. Attleboro, MA) 10% off bait/tackle to RISAA members Conanicut Marine...... 401-423-7158 www.exquisite-smile.com Breachway Bait & Tackle...... 401-364-6407 Member: Gene Steger (Jamestown, RI) ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING______Member: Ron Mouchon (Charlestown, RI) Wellcraft Boats - www.conanicutmarina.com Freelance Electrical Services....401-623-1231 Discount to RISAA members Inland Marine, Inc...... 401-568-0995 Member: Doug Lacombe (Coventry, RI) Bucko’s Parts + Tackle...... 508-674-7900 Member: Ross Lemieux (Chepachet, RI) Electrical wiring • 10% RISAA discount Member: Michael Bucko (Fall River, MA) Boat sales, service and repairs ELECTRICAL WASTE REMOVAL______Saltwater rods, reels, tackle, reel & rod repair Ocean House Marina...... 401-364-6040 Cottrell Enterprises, Inc...... 401-632-8093 Cardinal Bait & Tackle...... 401-322-7297 Member: Rob Lyons (Charlestown, RI) Member: James Cottrell (North Kingstown,RI) Member: Michael Cardinal (Westerly, RI) Hydra-Sports, Steiger Craft, Maritime Skiff www.ewastesolutionsnow.com • Free removal www.cardinalbaitandtackle.com Ocean Scout Marine...... 401-886-3054 EMBROIDERY/PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS Erickson’s Bait & Tackle...... 401-739-7437 Member: Greg Vandersip (Bristol, RI) RTS Embroidery...... 401-946-4685 Member: Craig Castro (Warwick, RI) www.OceanScoutMarine.com Member: Rosemarie Howell (Johnston,RI) 1257 Greenwich Avenue, Warwick South Shore Dry Dock Marine.508-636-9790 Custom embroidery, silk screen, promo products Frank’s Live Bait...... 860-295-9659 Member: Capt. Jason Powell (Westport, MA) ENGINEERING _ Member: Capt. John Planeta (Marlborough,CT) www.southshoredrydock.com RP Engineering, Inc...... 401-885-7255 19 West Road - www.frankslivebait.com Wood Boat & Motor, Inc...... 401-739-4040 Member: Richard Pastore (N. Kingstown, RI) Galilee Bait & Tackle...... 401-651-9600 Member: Debbie Wood (Warwick,RI) Environmental, structural, civil Member: Mike Comerford & Duane Sousa www.woodboatandmotor.com 2 State Street, Narragansett, RI

- 40 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 ENGRAVING & ETCHING _ Heffernan Charters, LLC...... 401-364-9592 AquaSkinz Corp...... 877-379-8677 Ron Nalbandian...... 401-377-4688 Capt. Bill Heffernan (Charlestown,RI) Member: Kadir Akturk (Lindenhurst, NY) Westerly, RI 401-932-3890 Live bait or trolling. 10% off to RISAA www.aquaskinz.com Shop/mobile ser. - glass, wood, stone, metal Irish Jig Charters...... 401-499-9182 Fishdoc Custom Plugs...... 401-829-2967 ENTERTAINMENT _ Capt. Dave McCormick (Narragansett,RI) Member:Richard Mandeville (Greenville, RI) The Sleepster...... 401-351-3518 www.IrishJigCharters.com Built for the fish! www.customstriperlures.com Member: Harold J. Hemberger (Johnston, RI) Legacy Charters...... 401-567-5269 FishingForBeginners.net....401-349-2977 Stage hypnotist, parties, events, fund-raisers Capt. Keith Sullivan (Point Judith, RI) Member: Adam Stanley (Foster, RI) ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES _ www.bluebyu.com See fishingforbeginners.net Alliance Environmental Group 401-732-7600 Linesider Fishing Charters....401-2439-5386 Fishing Solutions...... 508-528-4898 Member: Richard C. Hittinger (Warwick, RI) Capt. Eric Gustafson (Block Island, RI) Member: Tris Carpenter (Norfolk, MA) Envir assessment, compliance, clean-up svcs www.linesiderfishing.com IFly Rod Holders. www.iflyrodholders.com EXCAVATION ______Lucky Lady Charters...... 401-284-2869 Lemire’s Plug Works...... 401-641-4885 Longley Construction...... 401-225-0623 Capt. Steve Palmer (Snug Harbor, RI) Member: Alan Lemire (Clayville, RI) Member: Daniel Longley (N. Kingstown, RI) www.luckyladycharters.net www.lemiresplugworks.com Groundwork, landscaping, stonework Ocean Sportfishing Ltd...... 401-728-2081 Line Stretcher Tackle Co....617-666-FISH FINANCIAL PLANNING ______Capt. Rich Templeton Member: Ray Jussaume (Somerville,MA) Ameriprise Financial...... 508-497-8931 Email: [email protected] Surface Tension lure & Squid Chow squid jig Garth Fondo (Hopkinton, MA) On The Rocks Charters...... 401-359-3625 Little Rhody Tackle...... 401-826-1023 Certified Financial PlannerTM Capt. Rene Letourneau (Pawtucket, RI) Member: Bart Wagner (Coventry, RI) Ameriprise Financial...... 401-398-7802 www.ontherockscharters.com Hand-made fishing rigs and jigs George Hadfield (North Kingstown, RI) Ogofishing Charters...... 860-774-6924 Lonely Angler Lures...... 781-572-0921 Investments. All financial services. Capt. John Ogozalek (Danielson, CT) Member: John Wilson (Lexington, MA) Gencorp Financial Services.....884-7800x152 www.ogofishing.com Custom wood lures - www.lonelyangler.com Mark Piccerelli (East Greenwich, RI) Prowler Charters...... 401-783-8487 Millard Wire Company...... 401-737-9330 E-Mail: [email protected] Capt Al Anderson (Ram Point Marina, RI) Member: Dan LaCroix (Exeter) FIREARMS SCHOOLS _ www.ProwlerChartersRI.com Inconel Wireline for trolling “The Real Deal” American Firearms School 508-695-5869 Razin Kane Charters...... 401-295-0642 Phase II Lures...... 203-226-7252 Member: Matthew Medeiros (N.Attleboro) Capt. Sandy Kane (Jamestown, RI) Member: Dick Fincher (Westport, CT) www.AmericanFirearmsSchool.com RISAA disc. www.kanesguns.com Hand-carved lures that catch fish. www.phaseiilures.com FISHING APPAREL _ Seadog Inshore Charters...... 401-218-3074 Point Jude Lures...... 401-846-1808 Linesider Marine Specialties..401-439-5386 Capt. Steve Travisono (Charlestown RI) Member: Joseph Martins (Newport, RI) Capt. Eric Gustafson (Block Island,RI) Fluke our specialty - [email protected] www.pointjudelures.com Angling apparel. 10% off to RISAA members. SeaDuced Charters...... 508-394-6546 Rhode Island Poppers...... 401-762-1884 FISHING CHARTERS _ Capt. Robbie Briggs (Dennisport, MA) Member: Armand Tetreault (Woonsocket, RI) Adrianna Charters...... 401-573-3474 www.seaducedfishing.co Hand made wooden poppers. 10% RISAA disc. Member: Capt. Mike Neto (Coventry, RI) Seascape Charters...... 1-877-6-GO-FISH SurfHog Lure Co...... 401-864-6069 Stripers, Tautog, Cod, Shark, Tuna Capt. Donald LeBlanc (Newport, RI) Member: Bob Neilson (North Kingstown, RI) Bottom Line Charters...... 401-783-6815 www.seascapecharter.com www.surfhoglureco.com Capt. Fred Bowman (Wakefield, RI) Snappa Charters...... 401-782-4040 Terminal Tackle Co...... 631-269-6005 bottomlinesportfishing.com Capt. Charlie Donilon (Wakefield, RI) Member: John Richy (Kings Park, NY) Can-Do Charters...... 978-290-0705 www.snappacharters.com www.terminaltackleco.com or call for catalog Member: Capt. Chuck Casella (Boston Harbor) StuffIt Charters...... 401-764-5141 T-Man Custom Tackle...... 860-668-1302 Bass, blues,cod, flndr. www.candocharters.com Capt. Joe Pagano (Scituate, RI) Member: Capt. Pat “T-Man” Renna Cape Cod Fishing School...... 781-826-4915 www.stuffitcharters.com - RISAA discount. www.tmancustomtackle.com - Striper tubes Member: Capt. George Doucette (Cape Cod) ThomCat Charters...... 401-828-9424 HOME IMPROVEMENT______Charters, On the water classes for fishermen Capt. Thom Pelletier (Coventry, RI) Got Wood?...... 401-749-9990 Capt Sheriff’s FishingChartersRI.com www.thomcatcharters.com Member: Pete Giegerich (Exeter, RI) Capt. John Sheriff (Charlestown, RI) Three D’s Charters...... 401-322-0059 Free wood pickup www.FishingChartersRI.com - 401-450-2549 Capt. Dave Petit (Westerly, RI) Miller’s Interiors...... 401-497-6794 Day Break Fishing Guides...... 781-929-1012 www.threedscharters.com Member: Kevin Miller (Cranston, RI) Member: Walter Bettuchi (Cape Cod, MA) White Ghost Charters...... 401-828-9465 All types of remodeling www.daybreakfishingguides.com Capt. James White (Coventry, RI) Quality Tile...... 401-826-9700 Ed Cook Charters...... 401-524-5294 www.whiteghostcharters.com Member: Bill Place (West Warwick, RI) Capt. Ed Cook (North Kingstown, RI) FISHING PRODUCTS______Granite counter tops - 69 Aster Street 10% RISAA discount. [email protected] 9er’s Lures...... 508-822-9650 Quik-Fix Handyman...... 401-374-8281 Fin Reaper Charters...... 401-255-9630 Member: Eric Ferreira (Taunton, MA) Member: Frank Joyal (Cranston, RI) Member: Capt. Bruce Weinstein (Snug Harbor) www.9erslures.com Home repairs/remodeling. 10% RISAA disc. B.I.stripers tuna-shark-cod finreapercharters.com A & S Tackle...... 508-679-8122 ICE CREAM _ Fishtales II Charters...... 401-732-1376 Member: Steve Abdow (Swansea, MA) Frosty Freez...... 401-846-1697 Capt. Bob Masse (Warwick, RI) www.astackle.com Member: Mark Pachico (Middletown,RI) www.fishtalesiicharters.com Afterhours Custom Plugs...401-523-5981 496 Main Rd, Middletown -10% RISAA disc Flukin Sportfishing Charters...401-692-9058 Member: Don/Michael Guimelli (Barrington) INSTRUCTION _ Capt. Chuck Boranian (Matunuck, RI) Handmade custom plugs. afterhoursplugs.com American Boatschool...... 860-295-9634 www.flukin.com Sailing from Lockwood’s Marina Anco Lures, Inc...... 401-438-5860 Member: Capt. Max Fentress (Mystic, CT) Frances Fleet...... 401-783-4988 Member: John Anterni (Riverside, RI) e-mail: [email protected] Frank Blount (Pt. Judith, RI) Plastic poppers, skimmers, Silver Streak Boatwise Marine Training..800-698-7373 www.francesfleet.com/ Androd Custom Rods...... 508-399-7837 Member: Capt.Rick Kilborn (S.Hampton,NH) Member: Robert Andrade (Seekonk, MA) Recreational & Captains license classes www.androd.com - 41 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 JANITORIAL SUPPLIES _ TowBoatUS/New Bedford...... 508-990-3997 REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS _ Land-Tek Maintainence...... 508-252-3795 Member:Capt. Clint Allen (Dartmouth,MA) Lawrence A. Rainey...... 401-439-9083 Member: Ken Anderson (Rehoboth, MA) www.boatus.com Certified commercial & residental supplies, paper products, cleaning equipment MASSAGE THERAPY _ RISAA discount LASER ENGRAVING______Seaside Massage Therapy...... 401-573-1911 RESTAURANTS _ Kell-Strom Tool Company...... 800-851-6851 Member: Karen Lucas, LMT (Wickford, RI) Luigi’s Restaurant...... 401-861-3850 Member: Robert Kelly (Wethersfield, CT) www.SeasideMassageTherapy.com Member: Ralph Battista (Johnston, RI) General machine and laser marking MORTGAGE/HOME LOANS _ 357 Hartford Ave, Johnston. Fine Italian food. LAWN CARE______First Home Mortgage...401-751-0800x5309 Slice Of Heaven...... ,...... 401-423-9866 Ocean State Lawn Service...... 401-732-8182 Member: Paul Kennedy (Providence, RI) Member: Steven Liebhauser (Jamestown,RI) Member: Paul Karcz (Warwick, RI) Email: [email protected] 32 Narragansett Ave, Jamestown, RI Fertilization programs. 10% RISAA discount P.D.H. Mortgage Company..401-529-4488 ROD & REEL REPAIR _ St. Germain Lawn Care...... 401-647-2028 Member: Paul Harrison (Lincoln, RI) Beavertail Rod And Reel...... 401-215-5062 Member: David St. Germain (Foster, RI) Pawtucket Credit Union...... 401-541-7003 Member: David Morton (N. Kingstown, RI) [email protected] Member: Brad Sudol (East Greenwich, RI www.beavertailrodandreel.com MACHINING______Purchase/finance great rates. c:401-465-7345 SELF DEFENSE __ Hartwell Mfg. Co...... 401-567-7720 PAINTING CONTRACTORS______Oceanside Martial Arts...... 401-294-3035 Member: Jerry Finkle (Chepachet, RI) Certa Pro Painters...... 401-921-6655 Member: Justin Keller (Exeter, RI) Custom machining small parts, plastics/metal Member: Will Donnell (All of RI) RISAA discount www.OceansideMA.com MARINE ELECTRONICS______Resident/comm painting. 10% RISAA discount SCUBA _ Seaport Communications...... 401-783-4778 PAINT & SUPPLIES _ Scuba Made Easy...... 401-742-4898 Member: Manuel Medeiros (Narragansett, RI) ICI Paints...... 401-751-7300 Member: Deb Greenhalgh Sales - Service - Installation Member: Bob Marco (Pawtucket, RI) www.scubamadeeasy.org MARINE FABRICATION______We sell interior and exterior paint SOLAR CONSULTANT _ BJK Aluminum Creations...... 401-624-1422 PEST CONTROL _ Alteris/Solarwrights...... 401-315-2529 Member: David Potter (Tiverton, RI) Best Pest Control...... 401-437-1274 Member: Gil Bell (Charlestown, RI) T-tops, radar arches, towers. 20yrs experience Member: Dick Hess (Riverside, RI) Free solar site evaluation [email protected] Essex Marine Fabrication...... 860-554-0044 Certified & insured. 10% RISAA Discount SPORTFISH PRINTS _ Member: Harry Angier (Haddam, CT) PICTURE FRAMING _ Kecheneny Fish Prints.....860-535-9987 T-tops -hardtops -arches www.essexmarine.com Crestar...... 401-885-0300 Member: Jack Brown (N.Stonington, CT) Seaward Boatworks...... 401-739-5286 Member: Jason Dittleman (E. Greenwich, RI) www.kechenenyfishprints.com Member: Rick Cataldi (Warwick, RI) www.crestarmfg.com SUPPLIES______Aluminum fabrication and canvas work PRINTING _ Hershel Poe...... 401-624-6064 MARINE ENGINES _ M2 Design...... 401-484-5120 Member: Hershel Poe (Tiverton, RI) Marine Engines, Inc...... 800-786-7639 Member: Mark Mingain (Pascoag, RI) Janitorial, industrial paper,textile toweling,rags Member: Jone Keane (Holliston, MA) www.m2cd.com Printing & web design TAXIDERMIST______www.1800runsnew.com Tiffany Printing Co...... 401-828-5514 Larry’s Licensed Taxidermist..508-883-8190 MARINE HOSE AND FITTINGS______Member: Christopher Couture (Coventry,RI) Member: Larry Hayward (Blackstone, MA) The Hose Connection Inc...... 401-624-2921 www.tiffanyprinting.com TROPHIES/PLAQUES______Member: Art Marshall (Fall River, MA) PROPELLER RECONDITIONING______Crown Trophy...... 401-231-0070 Any & all, 1/4” thru 8”. RISAA discount. Ocean Props...... 888-430-7767 Member: John Kubaska (Smithfield, RI) MARINE REPAIR______Member: Michael McMillin (Middletown, RI) www.crowntrophy.com Snug Harbor Marine Serv Ctr....401-789-7680 New propeller sales. www.props.com.au/ Eagle Enterprises...... 516-319-0779 Member: Joe Mollica (Wakefield,RI) REAL ESTATE______Member: Ken Begelman (Oceanside, NY) Authorized Penn reel warranty repair center Randall Realtors...... 401-932-2315 www.keneagle.com -hand painted fish/trophies MARINE SURVEYING______Members: Mari Ann & Rod Raso (Wakefield,RI) VETERINARIANS _ Dockside Marine Survey...... 401-942-1006 [email protected] Richmond Veterinary Clinic..401-539-2683 Member: Mark Sepe (Cranston, RI) RE/MAX Flagship...... 401-935-9612 Member: Robert Bolton (Wyoming, RI) [email protected] Member: Will Litvin (S. Kingstown, RI) Practice for small animals Down River Marine Surveyor..401-364-6400 e-mail: [email protected] WASTE & RECYCLING SERVICE _ Member: Roe LaBossiere (Charlestown, RI) RE/MAX Centeral...... 401-465-0263 WasteXpress, LLC...... 401-464-6400 Master Marine Surveyor Member: David Tatangelo (Coventry, RI) Member: John Souto (Cranston, RI) MARINE TOWING SERVICES______www.tatangelogroup.com res/comm containers www.wastexpressri.com Safe/Sea...... 401-295-8711 Repoza Real Estate...... 401-848-7372 Member:Capt. Phil LeBlanc (Wickford, RI) Member: John Repoza (Newport, RI) RISAA Members: www.safesea.com www.repoza.com Serving all of R.I. Sea Tow of Rhode Island...... 401-294-2360 World.net Real Estate Group.401-323-2424 Have your business or service Member: Kevin Scott (N.Kingstown) Member: Charles Petras (Cumberland, RI) listed by calling 401-826-2121 www.seatow.com [email protected] or www.TeamPetras.com

SUPPORT THE COMPANIES ON THESE PAGES They are all RISAA Members! - 42 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 WATERFRONT ACREAGE, PRIVATE DOCKS!

Excellent inventory now available. Call the South County Specialist. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNER OF The 3rd Annual Peter Vican and Don Smith Will Litvin BLOCK ISLAND NIGHT Broker Associate Re/Max Flagship STRIPED BASS FISHING TRIP 401-935-9612 [email protected] www.RhodyHomes.com Member Harry Templeton

Peter Vican (l) and Don Smith (r) congratulate Harry Templeton after his name was drawn at the end of the March HEFFERNAN CHARTERS 28 meeting. Aboard the Harry will get to go out for a night fishing trip off Block ERIN ROSE Island with Peter and Don and they guarantee that he will catch 28’ Sea Ray a minimum 30 pound striper - or keep going with them until he sailing from does. Lavin’s Marina, The winners of this trip the past two years have had no Charlestown, RI trouble landing multiple big stripers with this legendary pair of with fishermen. Capt. Bill Heffernan The trip is donated by Peter and Don for the 3rd year in a row. Members purchased $1 raffle tickets over the past two 401-364-9592 or 401-742-4795 meetings, and over $1,000 was raised for the R.I. Saltwater www.erinrosefishing.com Anglers Foundation. 8 Scot Circle, Charlestown, RI 02813 Member Flippin’ Out Fishing Charters

Capt. BJ Silvia Call for Rates & Reservations 401.529.2267 [email protected]

50 Mail Coach Road Portsmouth, RI 02871 Member - 43 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 Tautog changes in 2011 by Richard Hittinger, Tautog AP Chairman

I will start off by saying that all Rhode Island tautog fishers Option 2: open 8-1-11 to 10-15-11 at 3 fish, should be very thankful for the good work done by Jason then 10-16-11 to 12-15-11 at 6 fish with no boat McNamee and others at RI Division of Marine Fisheries because limit. without their push we would be stuck in a coastwide management After some discussion the AP voted unanimously for the scheme and we would be taking significant reductions in following: recreational catch. April 15 to May 31 at 3 fish OK, let me take a step back and explain. Two meetings were June 1 to July 31 closed held to discuss tautog regulations for 2011: a public hearing August 1to October 15 at 3 fish, and then held by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries (ASMFC) on October 16 to December 15 at 6 fish; February 15 and the Tautog Advisory Panel (AP) met on All season with a 12 fish per boat private boat limit. February 16. The idea of this option is that it opens tautog early, when The ASMFC hearing was held to discuss proposed changes there is nothing much to fish for and gives up July when we from ASMFC necessary to address significant overfishing of have many other species such as stripers, etc. Also, the AP tautog coastwide and poaching of undersized live tautog. In decided the 10 fish per boat for private boats should be short, because RI is in a “regional assessment” with increased to 12 since many boats may have 3 or 4 fishers aboard. Massachusetts we Before adjourning the AP voted that, although the option can show that the discussed above is the AP preferred option, the AP is not regional tautog stock opposed to is not being either of the overfished to the RIDEM extent of the recommendations. coastwide stock, and According to we are not subject to Jason the AP the large reductions preferred option required in other should meet the states. conservation This regional requirements. assessment is the Subsequent result of significant analysis by Jason and others at the RIDEM to the AP DMF – thank you! meeting the As far as the problem of poaching of live tautog, ASMFC RISAA Board of Directors voted to support the AP option at had several suggestions, including requiring: all tautog that are the hearing scheduled for February 22, and it was read into the retained on a private boat to be bled immediately; some form of hearing record by George Allen. tagging or notching of each tautog caught by recreational fishers: Then at the March 7 meeting of the RI Marine Fisheries or outlawing any means of keeping tautog alive by recreational Council, this same proposal was unanimously approved by the fishers. RISAA’s position and that of most of the comments at Council. As of this writing at the end of March, the DEM the public hearing was to leave the regulations status quo and Director had not yet made a decision. enforce the current regulations. At the February 16 Tautog AP meeting Jason McNamee ASMFC ISSUES PRESS RELEASE ON MARCH 25 made a presentation showing that the stock of tautog in RI is Addendum to end overfishing approved not at healthy levels and that for conservation measures we Alexandria, VA – The Commission’s Tautog Management need to institute a modest reduction in recreational catch for Board (Board) approved Addendum VI to the Interstate Fishery 2011. Management Plan for Tautog in response to the latest scientific RIDEM proposed two options for 2011 recreational advice that the stock continues to be overfished with overfishing regulations: occurring. According to the 2011 stock assessment update, Option 1: open 5-1-11 to 5-31-11 at 3 fish; open 7-1-11 to 10- spawning stock biomass (SSB) has remained at low levels for 15-11 at 3 fish; then 10-16-11 to 12-15-11 at 6 fish; all season the last decade, with 2009 SSB estimated at 10,553 metric tons with a 10 fish boat limit for private boats. — 39% of the target SSB (26,500 metric tons). (to page 39)

- 44 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 Announcing Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association

Member’s Only Photo Contest THREE CATEGORIES “Prized Catch” “Scenic New England” “Rhode Island Fishing”

Photos of the angler and the catch. The Photos of New England sunrises or Photos of R.I. fishing locations, with people need not be, but preference sunsets, ocean views, light houses, or without anglers, unposed, etc. given to RISAA members. etc. The marine environment should be part of the image.

4 Winners In Each Category • One Grand Prize • 3 Honorable Mention PHOTO CONTEST RULES Grand Prize “Prized Catch” R Only color digital submissions are accepted. R Images must be formatted to a minimum of R Submissions scanned from photographs are 72 dpi and no smaller than 450 by 338 pixels. accepted. R Images should be submitted in JPG (at high Okuma Cedros CJ55S R Every image submitted must be accompanied quality) or TIFF format. by the following information: R Submission of an entry constitutes Grand Prize “Scenic New England” • Member/photographer’s name, address agreement to allow photographs to be and phone reproduced, published and/or exhibited by the Fin-Nor Ahab 12 • Names of person(s) in photo Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association • Date and location where taken with the right to publish your name, city and • Other information to describe the scene state in print or other media in connection Grand Prize “Rhode Island Fishing” R The contest is open only to “Regular” adult with the photo contest. Penn Power Graph V members in good standing of the Rhode Island R Submissions shall be sent as an attachment 4000 graphite Saltwater Anglers Association. to email to: [email protected] or by mail to: R Images will be judged on originality, technical RISAA, P.O. Box 1465, Coventry, RI 02816 excellence, composition, overall impact and Winning photos will be artistic merit. Submission Deadline: published in the RISAA R Members may submit a maximum of three (3) September 1, 2011 newsletter and web site photos per category during this contest. - 45 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 JOHN TURCHETTI ORLANDO SAVASTANO

FISHING PHOTOS WANTED! Everyone likes to look at FISHING PHOTOS in our newsletter. While waiting for the 2011 fishing season, how about going through your photos from this year?

Send your photo in and we'll run it in a future newsletter.

• Digital photos can be sent attached to an email Saltwater & message to [email protected] • Photographs can be mailed to us. We will scan and Freshwater Bait send them back to you. Eels & sandworms Mail to: RISAA, P.O. Box 1465, Coventry, RI 02816

Open 7 Days * Be sure to include a note with your photo telling us who is in the photo, when taken, general location, Quality Fishing bait used, etc. Tackle Abu-Garcia • Daiwa Mitchell • Penn • Quantum Shimano • Zebco Owner: Michael J. Bucko

Phone: (508) 674-7900 Fax: (508) 674-8021 E-mail: [email protected] Member WWW.BuckosParts.com - 46 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 Channel RISAA MEMBER BOATER'S LIST The following is a partial list of RISAA members identified by boat name. When out fishing, tune to the "club channel" - VHF channel 65- where you can chat with fellow RISAA members about fishing and boating. 65 If your boat isn't listed, contact the RISAA at 401-826-2121 and add your boat name to the list. 3 Bs. - Andy Berg In Faith - Anthony Rocha Bye George - George Kates Finatic - John Brierley 3 D's II - Warren Diclemente Instead - Roger St.Germain Cals Cutta - Calvin Ferraresso Finatix - Steven Charron 3 R's - Richard Rainone Irish Jig - Capt. Dave McCormick Calypso - Charles Kuhn Fin Chaser - Robert Oliveira 3-For-2 - Kevin Bristow Irish Mist - Stephen Grennan Capable - Charley Soares Fin Deep - Capt. Brian Patterson 33 Innings - William George Isabella - Anthony Tavares Capt Hook - Paul Dauk Fine Line - Roger/Susan Lema 4-ME - Capt. Wayne Wood I Sea U - Paul Gustafson Capt Quint - Clarence Moore Finesse - Capt. R. DeMello Acida - Ed Choiniere Islander - Bruce Johnson Capt's Daughter-Dave Fewster Finish Line - Alan Stewart Adrianna - Capt. Mike Neto Island Girl - Capt Rick Cataldi Cashmere - Don Fox Fin-ness - Don Guimelli Adventurer - John Stanford Isurus - Richard Blott Cat Nap - Robert Raill Fin Reaper - Capt. Bruce Weinstein Afishin'knot'o - Matt Hull Itsy - Bob Donald Cat's Meow - Ronald Cataldi Fins - Tom Grennan Alaskan - Patrick Watson Jahab - Jay Adelman Cayo Hueso - Gary Zera First Date - Ben Bardo Albatross - Brian Droney Jamie Lynne-Lawrence Audino C-Devil - Capt. Kelly Smth Fish-Aholic - Alfred Ricci Alf II - Richard Pastore Janie M - Michael McHenry Celtic Belle-Capt Roe Labossiere Fishbones - John Volpe Alibi - Dickson Boenning Jay Mar 2 - Capt. Mitch Riffkin Cetacea - Dennis St. Germain Fish Decoy - Brian Beltrami Allegro - Richard Terek JD7 - Jack Daniels Channel Fever - Thomas Pelto Fish Fibs - Charles Appleton All Fired Up - Michael Cardinal Jenny Lee - Terrence Boylan Charlie's Delight -Charlie Petras Fish N Trip - Steven Liebhauser All Talk II - Mark Piccerelli Jesse W. - Todd Schlobohm Chebami - Barry Caito Fish Nutz - Steven Betancourt Almost Ready - Ted Nataly Jillski - Dick Winski Chic-A-Dee Jay -Capt.Benny Peters Fish On - Steve Brehio Almost Ready - Arthur Stentiford Jofish - Joe Dandeneau Chill Time - Russell Anderson Fish On - Capt. John Sheriff Aly Ann - Augustine Comella JoJo - Dr Harvey Simon Chris's Craft - Christian Killam Fishtales - Homer Lloyd Amazing Grayce- Louis Midura Jovi Charme - John Rabe Cindy Sea - John Chabot Fishtales - John Paquette Amnimax - Ralph Battista Joyce - Jules Diotte Clamin Time - John Vivari Fishtales - John Scott Amy Anne - Tom Smotherman Joyce M - Richard Laurie Coaster - Greg Spier Fish Tales - Ron Hartman Angler - Brad Sudol Jus Looking II - Tim Knight Cold Fusion - Ron Menconi Fishtales 2 - Capt. Robert Masse Anne K - Capt. Paul Russell Just Bassin Time - Ed Kearney Compound Interest -Peter Andromalos Fishy Fishy - Rod Raso April II - Leonard Duffy Just Chum'N - Steven Clow Cool Hand Fluke-Matthew Davidson Flippin Out - Capt BJ Silvia A.W.O.L. - Mike Lanni Just R Luc - Justin Keller Copycat - Peter Newbauer Flo B II - Harley Benton Bad Bait - Ray Maxwell Just Tubin - Robert DeGaetano Da Bac Breaka - Frank Vessella Flying Fox -Thomas Bernache Bailey Jae - Diane Donilon Karen Ann - Charles Rugg Dads Pride - David Morton Four Play - Bob Fournier Baiter Blocker - Larry Fredrickson Kattie - Lawrence Rainey D'Amato Bros. - Ron Taddei Four Stars - Jay Starziano Bait Runner - Ron Mouchon Kembe - David Travis Danny Boy - Daniel DeGruttola Freedom - Ron Chamides Bakki Boat - Garth Dudley KenZoe - Paul Kelly Dawn III - Walter Shayer Full House - John Stavrakas Barefoot - Jack Linton Kingfisher - H. Richard Heilman Deadly Dick - Robert Darigan Gadzooks - Robert Silva Bass Boat - Robert Kelley Kentaro - Waldo Johnson D'fishin'sea - Ron Diggett Gail-Ann - Charles Boranian Bay Bee - Mike Warner Kiwi - Bob Beresford Diane H - Donald Forest Gail Frances - Capt. Frank Blount Bay Buggy - David Gervais Knot Dusty - Mike/Erica Vickers Die Hard - Peter Lewis Gail Frances - David Carter Beat - Robert Henderson Knucklehead - Michael DeLuca Dilly Dally - Ron Porter Gail Leigh - Luca Razza Bella Mama - David DiSantis Kristina Marie - Capt. Jack Sprentel Doctor's Orders- Brian Sweeney Get Reel - William Allen Bellatrix - John Troiano Kyle & Nicole - Tom Toolis Dogsled - Glen Petit Gettin' Schooled - Keith Turner Betsea - Stephen Tetzner Lady Andrea - Craig Pincins Dolce Vita - John Repoza Gills Gone Wild - Kenneth DiLisi Betsy B - David Marcotte Lady L - Steve Barr Dollar Bill - Bill Graugard Ginsea - Ken Anderson Big Blue 2 - Matthew Mesnick Lady Linda-Capt.George Doucette Dot "C" - John Carney Good Dog - Peter Newman Big Game - Shamus Mara Lady Linda - David St. Germain Double "L" - Terry/Darlene Clark Goose Rocks - Frank Dizoglio Billfish - Capt. Bill Brown Lara Rachel - Russell Layfield Dreamcatcher - Ed Preczewski Grand Cru VI - Paul Surabian Bird's Nest - Jay Marchant Last Shot - John Kramer Dream Catcher II-Capt. Mike Comerford Great Escape - Roland Grenier Bird's Nest - Capt. John Volpe Laura Elizabeth - Henry Clinton Drill-1 - David Jenson Greta Kay - Michael Welch Bitter Sweet - Duke Duclose Laura's Competition-Bruce Lawing Duck Buster - Harold Audette GypSea - David Nardolillo Blackjack - Capt.Tony DaSilva Lauren Michele - Capt. Lou Mazza Duklypps - Peter Dias Hail Mari - Michael Ullmeyer Blue Heron - Ernest Heon, Jr. Lawn Boy - Paul Karcz Duranatic - Ron Nagel Half Moon - Ricardo Barboza Blue Max - John Maxwell Leen - Willard Donnell Dusty - James Benton Hanna Lu - George Monaghan Blue Moon - John Blaze Legacy - Capt. Keith Sullivan Early Bird - Capt Dave Preble Happy Executive - Peter Vican Blue Moon - Bill Dzilenski Leisure 8 - Mark Ceprano Easterday - Eric Easterday Happy Hooker-Charlie Bradbury Blues Bros - Walt McCormick Lemon Shark - Steve Sabetta Elephant's Butt - David Leonard Happy Hooker - William Gravina Boat Time - Paul Shulver Letter of Marque-Charles Forsaith Elissa Ray - Frank Marchetti Hazel M. - Edward McLaughlin BobbyZ - Bob Zollo Letter of Marque-David Warburton El Pesce - Paul Garlasco Heather Too - Don Bogner Boom Boom - Dave Potter Lil' Jayden - Horatio Pevide Emily Ann - Gary Geoffroy Helen D - Paul Jutras Bottom Line -Capt Fred Bowman Lily Pad - James Collinson Endeaver - Daniel Longley Helen D 101 - Ernie Theetge Brandywine - Jim Mugavero Linda B - Robert Bongiiolatti Endorfin - Alexander Peck Helm III - Capt. Ed Cook Breakaway - Jack Hagopian Linesider - Charles Repucci Erin Rose - Capt Bill Heffernan Hobbes - Cal Gudmunson Brown Eye Girl - Thomas Clark Lit-L-Joy - Roger Tellier Escape - Philip Wnek Hombre - Gary Paolo Buckaneer - Bob Santurri Lit'l Lady - Sharon Taraksian-Essex ESP II - Stephen Parente Hooked Up - Don Labrioile Buckeye Nuts - David Westfall Little Blue - Richard Caldon Eventide - Beth Fallon Hook-em&Cook-em-Cherie Lapierre Buck Tail - Dick Geldard Little Feat - Bob Coupe Extra Propper - John O'Brien Hooker II - Jon Maguire Bud's Obsession - Bud Wilder Lorri-B - Joseph Burns Falcon - Thomas Poirier Hula Girl - Capt. Matt King Bully - Mark Serio Low Tide - Jim Low Faracher - Steve Abdow Idle Time - F. Charles Haigh Bruadair - Steven Blakey Lucky Lady - Capt Steve Palmer Farmers Daughter - Alan Sharaf I'm-On - Robert Celico Buzzard - Don Marceau Fear Knot - John Meyer Impatience - Michael Holdredge Continued Next Page - 47 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 BOATER'S LIST (from previous page) Lucky Lily - Sy Khamsyvoravong Plug Along II - Robert Anderson Scout - Walter Jachna Sweet Spot - Richard Desrosiers Lucky's Charms - John Kelley Poga - Jim Malley Scout - David Wehr Talon - Brian Hogan Lunasea - John Rekemeyer Pogo - Martin Pierce Scow II - Kevin Caisse Tamerlane II-Joseph Roszkowski Lunch Legs - William Smith Pokerfish - George Bergeson Seabat - George Allen Tania II - Tony Lombardo Lu Sea Jay - Edward Jaworski Polark - Bill/Ginny Sosnicki Sea Beagle - Steven Sabella Taylor Marie - Armando Simao Maddy - Michael Senecal Pole-Kat - Capt. Thad Gruczka Sea Bird - Bob Vergnani Teacher's Pet - Paul Stroup Magic Stik - Derek Leigh Pomatomus - Al Daysh Sea Bitch - Robert Bedard Tepas Toy - Harold Redlich Marava - John Kubaska Popcorn - Bob Brodeur Sea Bump - George Brouillette TGIF - Chuck Dore Maribeth II - Art Bentley Popeye - Bob Bartolomeo Seaduced - Capt. Robbie Briggs The Big Tuna II - Michael Paolino Marlin - Dick Fincher Prime Time - Russ Rekas Seadog - Steve Travisono The Fly - John Gutherz Maverick - Capt. Jack Riley Prime Time - Bob LeBlanc Seagar - John Turchetti The Grady Bunch - E.Russell Grady McDu II - William McEvoy Priority Too- Capt.Rick Bellavance Seagust - John Gustafson The Happy Executive-Peter Vican Megabite - Allan Peters Procastinator - Lee Baker Sea Jem - Mark Griffin The Lady D - Brian Campbell Megabyte - Bruce Collemer Promises Kept II - Curt Caserta Sea Minor - Fred Boynton The Office - Richard Reich Michelle Lee - Joseph Latham Protocol - Steve Secord Sea Mulligan - Frank DeFiore Theresa Ann - Ronald DuVall Mid Day Chop - David Minto Prowler - Capt Al Anderson Sea Pony - Jill Vilbig Thirty Something - Mark Stevens Midnight - Robert Mazzeo Quaker - Bill Barske Seaquester II - Gerald White Thom Cat - Thom Pelletier Mike Hull 2 - Michael Ballback Quercus - Mel DeCarvalho Seaquinn 2 - Richard Quinn Three Phase - Dan Orfan Miss Darcy - Geoge Haduch Quinn Sea - Mike Quinn Sea Rigg - William Riggs Tiderunner - John Schwemin Miss Gina - Tony/June Jarret Racy - Ray Clark Sea-Treat - John Treat Tiderunner II - John Sousa Missile Aweigh - Jerry Shepherd Ranger - Bob & Andrew Nyman Sea Venture 2 - John Pacheco Tiderunn'R - Eric Baggeson Missing Penny - Guy Latour Rare Coynes - Don Coyne Sea Voyager - Benjamin Lenda Tight Lines - Michael Miozza Miss Kim - Mark Pachico Razin Kane - Capt. Sandy Kane Segsun - Capt Steve Segerson Time After Time - Ric Murray Miss Nick - Rick Pennington Reaction - Thomas Schultz Serenity - John Pannone Tin Can - Bruce Bruni Mistress - Gregory Houde Red Baron - Carl Hebert Sergeant - Robert Ferioli Titan - David Peterson Misty Lady - Ed & Mary Ouellette Redemption- Richard Brakenwagen Severance - Richard Sustello Title Wave - John McCloskey Moe Fishing - Moe LeBlanc Red Sok's - William Sokolowski Shad Jac - Michael Colby TLC - Bob Morel Monstro - Paige Bronk Reel Action - John Harrison, Jr. Shady - John Angelini Tom's Toy - Tom Ferreira Mox-Nix - Bob Bachand Reelax - David Gordon Shame on the Moon-Milton Fairclough Tonic - Lee Duckworth Mox Nix - Clint Lovell Reelaxation - Paul Capuzziello Shark Attack - Komes Rozes Toucan - Capt. Paul Dumas Mr. E - Jared Elwell Reelaxation - Joseph Medeiros Shark Bait - James Grundy Triple Play - Capt. Rick Kilborn Mrs. G - Robert Gaudet Reel Delight - Steve West Shernyrpyrner - David Sweet Triumph - Timothy Moran Mrs/Z - William Zanks Reel Escape - Richard Silva Sherri Lynne - Bruce Fournier Trophy Hunter - John Rose Music - Larry Hayward Reel Life - Craig Horrocks Ship of Fools - Richard Engelman Valhalla - Richard Swanson My Back Yard -Capt.Bryant Palazini Reel Lucky - Hershel Poe Silverback - Peter Hendricks Waitin' On Dawn-Dawn & Tom Wood My Backyard - Richard Ferland Reel Lucky - Michael West Silver Sage II - George Jacques Wake - David Henault My Cat - Leo Grenier Reel Magic - Donald Masse Silverside - Charles Benjamin Water Dog - Vincent D'Alessandro My Surprise - Richard Mandeville Reel Smooth - Chuck Berlinger Sir Reel - Alton Smith Waterfront Property - Peter Berg My 3 Ladies - Robert Andrade Reel Time - Sameh Said Sitting Duck - Douglas Ricci Waugh's Up! - Brad Waugh My Two Ladies - Raymond Allard Remora - Kenneth Rockefeller Six Brothers - Gary Metcalf Weiser 1 - Michael Durand Naumachia - Capt Don LeBlanc ResHess - Dennis Carusoe Skipjack - Rich Hittinger Whaler - Andrew Smiley NeNe Kat - Steve McDermott Respite - Peter Iascone Skipjack - Robert Murray White Ghost II - Capt. Jim White New Beginnings-Capt Terry Tehan Restless -Capt Richard Templeton Skip-Jack - Frank Tavarozzi White Water Witch - Bill Levin New Too - Tim Gilchrist Rhode Island Popper-Armand Tetreault Smallfry - Richard Small Why Knot - Michael Beresford Nimia - Henry Cugno Rigatoni - Steven Catanzaro Smart Alec - Alex Sinel Whynot? - Christine Blount No Problem - Jeff Creighton Ripple - Gerry Berard Snappa - Capt Charlie Donilon Wild Onion - David Michel Normal-H - Al Hollandersky Ripple - William Kraut Snug Harbor Express - Al Conti XT Sea - Capt.Bryant Palazini North Wind - Mike DeCesare Roberta II - Clarence Gdowski Solace - Alfred Trombley Yankee - Bruce Demoranville Off N' Runnin' - Chuck LoCurto Robin Hood - Charles Fisher Solas - Frank Toner Yella Dawg - Ray Vincent, Sr. Ogofishing - Capt. John Ogozalek Rocky Sees - Bob Blasi Sonny's Toy - John Liston Yellow Belly - Peter Alarie Olivia Rose - Martin Genesse Rodeo - Steve Sikorsky Soulmates - Capt.Dave Petit Zane Grey - Tom Richardson Omega - Guy Dufresne Rod Holda - Charles Costa Sparkys Toy - John Duponte Z-Boat - Richard Zahora On-Line - Skip Stritzinger Ro Leena - David Carter Spartan - Andrew Vouras Optimus - Joshua Mossman Rooster - Capt.Eric Gustafson Special K's - Gary Perschau REPORT Oscar J - John McCurry Ruby - Gabriel Matthias Spindrift - Craig Picard Osprey - Al Amaral Ruse II - Jim Phelan Squid - Dave Fewster VIOLATIONS! Osprey - Paul Kennedy Rutroe - Joseph Marinello Stars & Stripers - John Tatro Our Nest - Capt. Bob Murgo R/V Warwick - Lee Steitz Steeler - Edgar Lemoi RIDEM Enforcement Outcast - Leigh Betts Sadie - Matthew Gendron Stella - Capt. Robb Roach 401-222-2284 Outrage - Stephen Jordan Safari - Capt. John Silberman Stinger - Robert Young Passeggiata - Matthew Boliver Safe/Sea - Capt. Phil LeBlanc Striper - Charles Santos After Hours Hotline Passing Thru - Peter Pemantell Sal's Dream 5 - Sal Salmoiraghi Stripers Nightmare-Capt.Mark Silveira 401-222-3070 Pat Sea II - Capt. Pat Renna Saltheart - Ken Robinson Striper Swiper - Rene Blanchette Paulie Wog - Paul Howland Salt Shaker - Dan Hannon Strip Strike - Jim Barr Pearl Fisher - Mel Epstein Salty IV - Warren Wright Stuff It - Capt. Joe Pagano Pearl Man - Earle Peacock Salty Rose - Tim Beron Sturg - Doug Sturgis One out of three Peg O' My Heart - Chris Jalbert Sammy-Lou - Bart Wagner Summer Blues-Tom Hessney Penn Pal - Robert Barlas Sand Dollar - Paul Brousseau Summer Recess - Dennis Goderre boating fatalities is Pescador - Stephen Carll Sarah Ann - Bill Alsfeld Summer Salt - Earl Buckman a fisherman Pez Grande - Dan Lacroix Sarah C - Michael Palumbo Summertime - Robert Sangster Phoenix - Joseph Jachem Sarah Jane - Chet Boucher Summer Wind - Bob Walsh LIFE JACKETS Piper - Capt. Gene Kelly Sarcastic - Don Betournay SWAT - Capt. Mike Schreffler Playing Hookey - John Souto Scotch & Water- Don Darnbrough Sweet Pee - Howard Sweet SAVE LIVES! - 48 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 NEWPORT TIDE TABLES APRIL HIGH LOW SUN DATE AMhgt PM hgt AM hgt PM hgt rise set

Adjustments LOW HIGH Block Island Great Salt Pond +0:07 -0:02 Castle Hill +0:12 -0:05 East Greenwich +0:03 +0:13 Providence State Pier No. 1 -0:01 +0:11 Point Judith +0:17 -0:10 Sakonnet -0:01 -0:13 Warren -0:01 +0:18

Watch Hill Point +1:16 +0:41 Wickford +0:02 +0:09

APRIL MOON PHASES April 3 - NEW April 11 - 1st QTR April 18 - FULL April 25 - Last QTR

Courtesy Rhode Island Harbors

- 49 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 RECREATIONAL SALTWATER FISHING REGULATIONS

License Required? Rhode Island Connecticut Massachusetts YES YES YES AMERICAN 6” minimum • 50 fish 6” minimum • 50 fish 6” minimum • 50 fish EEL no closed season no closed season no closed season 12.5” minimum • 25 fish 12.5” minimum • 25 fish 12.5” minimum • 20 fish BLACK SEA May 22 - Oct 11 and May 22 - Oct 11 and May 22 - Oct 11 and BASS Nov 1 - Dec 31 Nov 1 - Dec 31 Nov 1 - Dec 31 no min size • 10 fish no min size • 10 fish no min size • 10 fish BLUEFISH no closed season no closed season no closed season

22" or 24" minimum 22" minimum • 10 fish 22" minimum • 10 fish See MADMF for varied bag limits COD no closed season no closed season Spec regs for north or south of Cape Cod FLUKE 19.5" minimum • 3 fish 18.5" minimum • 5 fish Summer Flounder May 15 - Aug 25 May 22 - Sept 6

19" minimum • no limit 18" minimum • no limit HADDOCK no closed season no closed season

19" minimum • no limit no min size • no limit POLLOCK no closed season no closed season

10.5" minimum • 10 fish 10.5" minimum • 10 fish SCUP May 24 to Sept 26 May 24 to Sept 26 Porgy (charter rules differ) (charter rules differ)

STRIPED 28" minimum • 2 fish 28" minimum • 2 fish 28" minimum • 2 fish BASS no closed season no closed season no closed season

16" minimum 14" minimum April 15 to May 31 • 3 fish Jan 1 to April 30 • 4 fish 16" minimum • 3 fish June 1 to June 30 • closed May 1 to June 30 • closed TAUTOG no closed season July 1 to Oct 15 • 3 fish July 1 to Aug 31 • 2 fish Oct 16 to Dec 15 • 6 fish Oct 1 to Dec 6 • 4 fish max of 10 fish per boat WEAKFISH 16" minimum • 1 fish 16" minimum • 1 fish 16" minimum • 1 fish Squeteague no closed season no closed season no closed season

12" minimum North of Cape Cod 2 fish per day 12" minimum • 8 fish Spring: April 24 to May 23 Nov 1 - Aug 31 Fall: Sept 25 to Oct 24 12" minimum • 2 fish WINTER April 1 to May 30 South of Cape Cod FLOUNDER *All of Narragansett Bay is 12" minimum • 2 fish closed to Winter Flounder April 24 - May 23 fishing Sept 25 - Oct 24 See a violation? Report it! CTDEP CONSERVATION POLICE RIDEM ENFORCEMENT DIVISION MADEP ENFORCEMENT DIVISION 860-424-3012 401-222-2284 • 402-222-3070 (24 hrs) 781-740-1163 - 50 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 The Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association is a nonprofit Association established to provide a forum for saltwater anglers; to provide education to members concerning fishing techniques and overall enjoyment of fishing; to foster sportsmanship; to support marine conservation and the sound management of fisheries resources; and provide a unified voice to preserve and protect the rights, traditions and the future of recreational fishing. PRINT Name: ______Age: _____ Spouse Name: ______First Middle Initial Last Address: ______City: ______State: ____ Zip:______Put me on RISAA e-mail list: Home Phone: ______Cell Phone: ______E-mail:______ yes no thanks

Occupation: ______Employed At: ______You can register them as Junior Members (free) Children (under 18 yrs):______ no thanks yes (complete below) INFORMATION Prefer to fish from ( check all that apply): Rocks & Piers Charter Boats Party Boats Fly Fishing Surfcasting Other ______ Own Boat: Length:___ ft Maker/Type:______Boat Name:______Docked at:______How did you hear about RISAA? Friend Tackle Shop Facebook News article RISAA Newsletter Fishing Show Web site Saw Advertisement at - Internet Magazine Newspaper TV Other______

CHECK TYPE TYPE OF MEMBERSHIP Regular Adult: $50/year (additional members, immediate family, same household: 2nd = $45, 3rd = $40) Multiple Years: $45 X ____ years = $______Total Enclosed (save $5 per year) Age 65+ : $25/year - requires date of birth: ______/ / Life Member: $500 (one time, single payment) Junior Member: Free (Up to 17 years. Requires member sponsor) Junior's Name: (print)______Age:_____ Date of Birth: ______/ / Parent/Guardian Signature: ______Date: ______RISAA Sponsor (if parent not a member): ______Relationship: ______Date: ______

Payment must accompany application. Enclosed is my check for $______(payable to R.I.S.A.A.) Charge to my credit card: 1. Card type (check) MasterCard Visa 2. Amount Authorized: $______3. Expiration Date: ______4. CVV # ______(3-digit number in reverse italics on back of card) 5. Name on card (print): ______6. Card Number: ______

Meetings are held on the last Monday of each month at the West Valley Inn in West Warwick, RI at 7:00 pm. (attendance not required). Membership benefits include monthly seminars • fishing tournaments • Mail to: R.I.S.A.A. monthly newsletter • discounts at tackle shops and marine dealers • social events • college scholarships • P.O. Box 1465 video library • adds your voice to fisheries management and conservation issues. Coventry, RI 02816 - 51 - R.I.S.A.A. / April, 2011 P.O. Box 1465 Nonprofit Organization Coventry, RI 02816 U.S. Postage Paid Coventry, RI CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED Permit No. 247

Education • Conservation • Recreation