Gear Modifications Proposed for the Virginia Pound Net Fishery to Protect Sea Turtles A new proposed rule would require that any offshore pound net leader in an identified area of Virginia waters of the mainstem Chesapeake Bay during May 6 – July 15 be modified in order to protect sea turtles. Existing regulations prohibit the […]
NOAA Reopens Scoping on Striped Bass Fishing in the EEZ; Public Invited to Comment NOAA Fisheries Service is seeking additional public comments on a preliminary draft analysis document containing Federal management options to open the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) to striped bass fishing, as recommended by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC). The stock […]
AVOID fish that are HIGH in mercury: Most fish are good to eat and good for youâ€â€ÂÂÂhigh in protein and other nutrients, and low in fat. But some kinds of fish contain high amounts of mercury, which can cause health problems in people, especially children. People should avoid eating those fish. To help you make […]
NOAA ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF 2006 ENVIRONMENTAL HERO AWARDSNational Award Program Recognizes Individuals, Groups Protecting Environment April 21, 2006  The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration presented its Environmental Hero Award to nine individuals and one organization this year. Given in conjunction with Earth Day celebrations, the award honors NOAA volunteers for their “tireless efforts to […]
Kevin M. McMaster Sentenced to 25 Months in Federal Prison For Selling Federally-Protected Wildlife Valued at More Than $200,000A Pennsylvania man who sold more than $200,000 worth of endangered species’ parts, hides and mounts through his website and retail shop in Port St. Lucie, Florida, was sentenced 25 months in prison today by a federal […]
Press Conference Call for the National Fish Habitat Action PlanIt’s not every day you have an opportunity to talk fish, fishing andaquatic habitat with H. Dale Hall, Director of the U.S. Fish and WildlifeService; Bill Hogarth, NOAA Fisheries Service Assistant Administrator; JohnCooper, Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies President and othernational conservation leaders. But on […]
NOAA RESEARCH VESSEL RECEIVES AWARD FOR VEGETARIAN DIET A NOAA research vessel powered by soybeans, the first modern U.S. research vessel to operate free of petroleum products, was given an award by the Department of Energy’s Federal Energy Management Program during an Earth Day Week event on the shores of Lake Michigan. “NOAA has a […]
NOAA HELPS OCEAN RACERS AVOID RIGHT WHALES Every four years the world’s oceans, including the Atlantic, play host to the round-the-world Volvo Ocean Race. Introduced more than 32 years ago by England’s Whitbread Company and the British Royal Naval Sailing Association, the race tests seamanship, craftsmanship, and raw-knuckle busting-hard work and endurance. This year’s competition […]
Mid-Atlantic Council and its Committees to Meet; May 2-4 in Virginia Beach, VA The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council and its Bycatch Committee; Research Set-Aside Committee; Protected Resources Committee; Squid, Mackerel, Butterfish Committee; Surfclam, Ocean Quahog, Tilefish Committee; Ad Hoc Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) Reauthorization Committee; Ecosystem Committee; and Executive Committee will meet May 2-4 in Virginia […]
Renewed Affirmative Finding Will Allow Yellowfin Tuna Imports from Ecuador NOAA Fisheries Service has renewed the affirmative finding for the Government of Ecuador under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). This affirmative finding will allow yellowfin tuna harvested in the Eastern Tropical Pacific Ocean in compliance with the International Dolphin Conservation Program (IDCP) by Ecuadorian-flag […]
