**PUBLIC NOTICE**
Maryland Department of Natural Resources : Fishing and Boating Services
Commercial Striped Bass Common Pool Hook and Line Fishery Modification
Effective 8/10/21
Commercial Striped Bass Common Pool Hook and Line Fishery Modification
WHAT THIS NOTICE DOES
The Secretary of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces modifications to the
commercial striped bass common pool hook and line fishery. Effective 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, August 10, 2021:
● The season is open August 10, 2021 through August 11, 2021.
● The catch limit is 250 lbs/permittee/week and 500 lbs/vessel/day.
● The catch times remain one hour before sunrise through one hour before sunset.
WHY THIS IS NECESSARY
This action is necessary to implement the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Atlantic Striped Bass.
WHO THIS NOTICE AFFECTS
This applies to all individuals who are permitted to participate in the commercial striped bass common pool hook and line fishery in the Chesapeake Bay.
AUTHORITY
Code of Maryland Regulations 08.02.15.12
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Fishing and Boating Services at 410-260-8293
