EP 46: Beach Brawling with Nick Honachefsky

Send us Fan MailWe confront the push for “no targeting” on striped bass, challenge shaky mortality data, and argue for smart, consistent rules that protect spawning fish without killing access. Then we spotlight the Barrier Island Beach Brawl—part surf tournament, part charity engine—that brings anglers together and feeds local families.• status of striped bass regs and the risk of no-targeting• why bad data and unclear methods undermine policy• smarter closure timing around spring spawn• need for consistency across states and sectors• early guardrails for the fast-growing sheepshead fishery• the Barrier Island Beach Brawl: purpose, prizes, and giving back• catch-photo-release for stripers to reduce stress• fillet donations to St. Gregory’s Food Pantry• spot burn etiquette: share patterns, not pins• Saltwater Underground season preview and ethos• how and where to submit ASMFC comments by the deadlineSend your comments to ASMFC by October 3rd—go to the striped bass addendum page and click “leave comment”Great Bay Outfitters - Gear Up!Your go-to shop for top fishing gear, apparel, and kayak essentials in South Jersey.Quad State Tune For Your Toyota Truck Custom engine tuning for peak performance for Toyota trucks. Improve power and performance today.Richard Natoli Real Estate Helping PA homeowners buy & sell with confidence. 267-270-1145 or [email protected]: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFat Dad YouTube Channel: (569) Fat Dad Fishing - YouTubeFat Dad Instagram: @fat.dad.fishingFat Dad Facebook: (7) Fat Dad Fishing | FacebookEmail: [email protected]