May - Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers

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P.O. Box 1465, Coventry, RI 02816
www.RISAA.org
401-826-2121
MAY, 2011
Representing Over 6,500 Recreational Anglers
The Menhaden Coalition...
Menhaden decline affects stripers
A
n ongoing study by the Chesapeake Bay
Ecological Foundation (CBEF)
determined that low numbers of Atlantic
menhaden, the predominate striped bass
prey species within the Chesapeake Bay and
along the Atlantic coast, have affected the
growth, health and migration of striped bass.
Since 2004, the CBEF has examined over
7,000 striped bass from the Chesapeake Bay
and the Atlantic Ocean along the Virginia and North Carolina
coast.
Most of the striped bass in New England
waters comes from the Chesapeake Bay
Data collected by this study
indicates that malnutrition
observed in 16” to 24” striped
bass from Maryland’s section of
the Chesapeake Bay (upper
Bay) is a consequence of
ecological
depletion
(insufficient numbers of young
menhaden less than 10” and bay
anchovy). Malnutrition is also
exacerbated by low numbers of
other forage species.
CBEF studies of resident and
migratory striped bass
determined that in most years
since 2005, menhaden
constituted over 75% of their diet (by weight). (to page 39)
RISAA Foundation
contributes to
Myco research
T
here no longer is any question as to IF mycobacteriosis is
harming the striped bass populations. The prolem is now
well documented and the new question is HOW CAN THIS
DISEASE BE STOPPED?
Mycobacteriosis (myco) is an infectious disease that affects
well over 75% of the resident striped bass in Chesapeake Bay.
Signs of the disease
include unsightly skin
ulcers and pale gray
nodular lesions in the
internal organs, mainly the
spleen. It is believed that
once infected, striped bass ultimately die.
This has caused great concern among scientists, fishermen
and resource managers that this disease is having a significant
adverse impact on the stock.
The Board of Directors of the Rhode Island Saltwater
Anglers Foundation has voted to contribute $1,000
toward the work of Dr. Wolfgang Vogelbein, at the Virginia
Institute of Marine Science, College of William and Mary.
(to page 16)
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
Senate hearing on poachers; eREC
May 5 • 7:30 AM
Kayak Committee Event
fishing at Wallum Pond
May 5 • 6:30 PM
Scholarship Committee
May 10 • Time TBA
Fly Fishing Committee Outing
fishing the worm hatch -Ninigret Pond
May 10 • 6:30 PM
N.E. Saltwater Fishing Show
Committee
May 17 • 6:30 PM
Board of Directors Meeting
May 18 • 7:30 AM
fishing the worm hatch -Potter Pond
May 23 • 7:00 PM
RISAA Monthly Seminar
May 24 • 8:00 AM
Freshwater trout/bass, Watchaug Pond
May 25 • 6:30 PM
Entertainment Committee
June 3-5 Spring Surf Fishing Club
Challenge
June 5
RISAA Trip to Fenway Park
June 6 • 6:00 PM
RI Marine Fisheries Council
Corless Auditorium, URI Bay Campus
June 11 • 10:00 AM
Greenwich Cove/Goddard Park: kayak
demos, how to rig, & fishing
June 14 • Time TBA
Fly Fishing Committee Outing
Fishing the worm hatch - afternoon
Every month, this column is the last
page completed in the newsletter. That's
because all of the topics I plan to write
about usually end up as news items
elsewhere in the issue.
For example, I was going to report the
news about A. Reeves, everyone's favorite
striped bass poacher (NOT!), and his
appearance and nolo plead in court. The
court fines of $1,000 for possession of 19
striped bass is insufficient for his crime
since this was the second time he was
arrested for this.
But thanks to Reeves, his arrest was
the final straw that convinced us we
needed to push to change the law for the
illegal possession of striped bass. The
current law has a fine of $25 per fish.
So last year, the RISAA legislative
committee and Board decided to work on
getting the law changed. We had a couple
of meetings at DEM Enforcement with Chief
Steve Hall and members of his court staff.
We learned of the process, their problems
in dealing with unsympathetic judges, and
we worked on ways to change things.
Our proposal would increase those
fines to $100 per fish for 1st offense, $200
per fish for 2nd offense, and $500 per fish
for 3+ offenses PLUS boat, gear, etc is
subject to forfeiture to the state.
Unlike most fisheries laws which are
actually "regulations" which are handled
at the DEM level, the illegal possession of
striped bass is actually controlled in R.I.
General Laws, so any changes needed to
be passed by the General Assembly.
This is when it is important for RISAA
to be known at the State House!
After coming up with a rough draft of a
legislative change, we went to the
Representatives who were RISAA members.
Rep. Peter Palumbo, always eager to work
for fisheries and the environment jumped
on the chance to help us, and he had the
actual bill drafted as the primary sponsor.
Then Rep. Ray Gallison (also a member)
signed onto the bill as a cosponsor, and
Reps Slater, Edwards and Schadone also
signed on. The bill was filed and currently
awaits a committee hearing.
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Then we went to Senator Susan
Sosnowski, well known for her interest in
fisheries. The process to getting this bill
introduced in the Senate is a little more
complex, and a hearing was scheduled
before the Senate's Fisheries Task Force.
That hearing was held on April 13.
Testifying (in order) was:
1. Mark Gibson who talked about
striped bass management, etc., and said
the Division of Marine Fisheries supported
the increase.
2. Chief Steven Hall talked about
enforcement issues, and said that DEM
Enforcement supported the increase.
3. Ken Booth, president of the RI
Commercial Rod & Reel Anglers Assoc.
who said his association supported the
increase
4. Steve Medeiros (me) who said
RISAA supported the proposed fine
structure and explained why.
5. Rick Bellavance, president of the RI
Party & Charter Boat Assoc. who said his
group supported it.
After the hearing Senator Sosnowski
said the Senate version of the bill will be
introduced soon.
SHORELINE ACCESS
Public access is constantly under
attack. We really need to keep up and alert
for losses to Rights of Way. Once we lose
them we'll never get them back.
See my report on the Westerly
shoreline challenge elsewhere in this issue.
This one could be a big challenge, but
something RISAA needs to get involved
in. After all, this is part of what we stand
for. You can expect to hear more on this
very soon.
IMPORTANCE OF eREC
I encourage all of you to sign up for
the RIDEM's eREC online reporting
system. Our fisheries data would improve
tremendously - and we'll see beneficial
results - if we all did this. Go to
www.risaa.org and click on the eREC box
along the lower left side of the screen.
Then set up your personal account and
you can report each time to go fishing.
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
Regulations for 2011 season: How we got there
Rhode Island DEM’s Marine Fisheries Divison has annouced
the final recreational fishing regulations for this season. As
expected, some regs have tightened, but fluke has eased. A bright
spot this year is increased regulations to protect menhaden.
For those unfamiliar with how and why we have annual
changes in regulations, here is a very brief description of the
complex process unfolds:
1. Marine Recreational Fishing Statistics Survey
(MRFSS) takes place during the 2010 season which includes
random phone calls to citizens of coastal states and shoreside
intercepts - interviews of fishermen on the docks and boat ramps.
(this will change soon)
2. Trawl and other surveys are done by scientists to
determine the total stock of a species.
3. Fisheries managers examine the status of the stock and
the estimated number of fish removed by anglers (from steps 1
and 2) and determine if the number of fish removed is within
the desired allowable catch. If it is, no changes are necessary,
but if more or less occured, then changes are mandated.
4. The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission
(ASMFC) which controls all fishing along the east coast within
3 miles of shore (called “state waters”) informs each state’s
DEM or DEP how they must adjust their recreational and
commercial catches for the following year.
5. In Rhode Island, DEM will inform the Marine Fisheries
Council that adjustments have to be made, and the Council
will then call into service their Advisory Panels which are made
up of stakeholders in each species’ fishery (i.e. draggers,
lobstermen, recreational anglers, etc.)
6. The Advisory Panel is presented with information on
the status of the stock and required adjustments and they will
discuss the issue (often heatedly) and try to come up with a
concensus and recommendation back to the Fisheries Council.
7. A “public hearing” is held by DEM on proposed changes
and the public is usally presented with DEM’s recommendation,
the Advisory Panel’s recommendation, and any other likely
options that will achieve the mandated reductions (or additions)
to the state’s quota.
8. The Marine Fisheries Council meets and, after taking
into account the public hearing comments and the Advisory
Panel’s recommendations, they will formulate a proposed
change to the regulations. This is then send to the RIDEM
Director.
9. The DEM Director will review all of the above, and
then make a final ruling and implement the regulation changes.
All of the above has been going on during this past winter.
While most were enjoying the comforts of their warm homes,
those involved in fisheries management have been attending
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many meetings. On April 14, DEM Director Janet Coit released
her decisions on the recreational regulations for 2011.
SUMMER FLOUNDER (fluke):
18.5” minimum size, a season of May
1 to Dec 31, and 7 fish/person per day.
Note: RISAA recommended, and so
did the Fisheries Council, the same as above except that RISAA
requested that shore anglers would be allowed to keep one 16.6”
fish as part of their 7 fish bag limit.
Director Coit wrote, “I appreciate, and
share, the Council’s interest in configuring our
regulatory program in a way that will better
enable shore anglers to catch a summer
flounder large enough to keep. But Rhode
Island is not in a positon to enact a reduced
Director Coit minimum size provision for shore anglers this
year.”
SCUP: no changes for 2011
STRIPED BASS: no changes for 2011
TAUTOG:
enacted
the
following...
(1) the continuation of a 4/15 - 5/31
season at 3 fish/person
(2) spawning closure from June 1 through July 31
(3) open season from 8/1 to 10/15 at 3 fish/person (note party/
charter sector goes from 1 fish to 3 fish)
(4) open season from 10/16 to 12/15 at 6 fish/person (party/
charter decrease from 8 to 6 fish)
(5) continuation of a 10 fish/boat limit for every boat other than
a licensed party/charter boat
(6) continuation of mandatory logbook reporting for all tautog
fishing activities by party/charter boat sector
Note: All of the above was part of RISAA’s recommendation
except that we recommended a 12 fish boat limit (2 person’s
bag). The Fisheries Council recommended the same.
Director Coit wrote: “The measures are consistent with the
Council’s recommendation, with two exceptions. First, the
Counciil recommended increasing the boat limit for the private
boat sector from 10 fish to 12 fish. The basis for the
recommendation appears to be a generalized interest in
establishing a vessel limit that is exactly twice the individual
possession limit in the fall. Second, the Council recommended
increasing the possession limit for party and charter boats in
the fall from 6 to 8 fish per person.”
(to page 25)
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
83 Members to win charter trips in 2011
Four trips to be won at May 23 meeting
There will be four trips in the charter trips raffle this month:
The first trip will be a fluke trip for 3 anglers with Capt. BJ Silvia
of Flippin’ Out Charters on his 25 ft. Parker, leaving at 6 AM from
Ft. Adams in Newport, RI.
The second trip will be an evening
trip for 6 anglers for Block Island
striped bass with Capt. Rick
Bellavance on Priority Charters,
sailing at 4 PM from the State Docks
in Gallilee, Point Judith, RI
Remember, to win one of these trips you must be a RISAA
member in good standing AND be present at the end of the
meeting.
“In good standing” means your membership dues are up to
date. If you haven’t joined yet there is an application form in
this newsletter, or come to a meeting
and sign up for membership and the
free Charter Trip drawing.
You can also join online at
www.risaa.org.
2011 Charter Trip
Rules
The third trip will be a daytime “Flyrod and Light Tackle” trip for 3 anglers
in Narragansett Bay with Capt. Rene
Letourneau of On The Rocks
Charters.
• Only adult members of RISAA
in good standing are eligible. Good
standing means dues are paid in full
and not in arrears.
• Junior members (under 18 yrs) are
not eligible.
• A $50 deposit is required to confirm
your spot, but it will be returned if
Six happy members after the 2010 trip aboard
The fourth trip will be a Narragansett
Priority Charters with Capt. Rick Bellavance
Bay striped bass trip Capt. Mike
Schreffler of Team SWAT Charters.
Trip will sail from the town dock at East Greenwich, RI. Check out you follow all listed rules.
Team SWAT’s article in the May issue of On The Water Magazine. • The $50 deposit must be paid by check or charge card. Be sure
to bring a check or credit card to the meeting with you.
• You must be present at the meeting to register and at the end of
How do you get a chance at a trip?
Come to our monthly meetings and sign up at the Charter Trip the meeting when the winners are announced.
Table at the back of the room. We will give you a form with that • A seven (7) day notice is required if you must cancel. Winner
night’s trips listed on it. The form will list the available trips, the must first call Gary Perschau (401-828-3464), or second, Peter
boat and the Captain, the type and location of the trip, and the O’Biso (401-783-2364). If unable to reach either of above, then
time and date. Fill out the form listing your preferences, first, call the RISAA phone at 401-826-2121. Failure to provide this
notice forfeits your deposit.
second, third, etc.
During the seminar we will draw the winners (and a list of • Upon confirmation that the winner has attended the charter trip,
the check/credit card slip will be destroyed and not charged.
alternates) and announce them at the end of the meeting.
If you are a winner, we will give you a list of your fellow trip • A member may win only one trip per year.
members and more details of the trip. We will also ask you for a • Only ladies are eligible for the “Ladies Only Trip.”
$50 deposit (check or credit card only) to ensure that you show • All disagreements or disputes will be handled by the Charter
up for the trip. If you go on the trip, we won’t use your deposit. Trips Committee and its decisions are final.
Check the “2011 Charter Trip Rules” at the end of this article for • RISAA and its Charter Trips Committee are not responsible if a
trip is not completed, either by failure of the winning crew, the
more details.
charter captain or incliment weather.
4 TRIPS RAFFLED AT THE MAY 23 MEETING
DATE
June 4
June 14
June 21
June 23
COMPANY
Team SWAT Charters
On The Rocks Charters
Flippin’ Out Charters
Priority Charters
CAPTAIN
Capt. Mike Schreffler
Capt. Rene Letourneau
Capt. B.J. Silvia
Capt. Rick Bellavance
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# ANGLERS
4
3
3
6
DEPARTS
Warwick, RI
Warwick, RI
Newport, RI
Pt. Judith, RI
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
The purpose of this column is to pass along information and milestones
within the membership. Birthdays, anniversaries, events or get-well
wishes are all in order. We also let members know of the passing of
other memebers.
The purpose of the Membership Committee is to contact new
members, welcome them to the Association and answer any
questions they may have about RISAA and its activities.
Welcome to the new members who joined
last month
A HERO IN OUR MIDST
It appears that we have a hero in our club, member RALPH
ORLECK. In a story reported by the
Providence Journal on April 14, Ralph
"rescued a man as he stumbled from his
blazing, exploding house.” Ralph said
instinct took over, and “his Boy Scout
training kicked in.”
Ralph helped the man roll on the
ground and then pulled something that
was burning from his neck.
“I don’t know what — a shirt collar,
maybe. I grabbed it and pulled it and
threw it away. I’m glad it was cloth. I
just took a shot and pulled it. It was instinct. He was hysterical,
as one might imagine. He was screaming, ‘My baby, my baby.’
”
Then, Orleck said, a blast erupted inside the burning house.
"The man was running across the street on fire,” Ralph said.
“I did what anybody would do."
We are all very proud of you Ralph!
Man can learn a lot from fishing.
When the fish are biting no problem
in the world is big enough to be
remembered.
- Orlando A. Battista
Joe Amaral
Ryan McMullen
Coventry, RI
Warwick, RI
Raymond Andro
Chuck Picard
Thomaston, CT
Warwick, RI
David Burnett
Gregory Plant
Groton, CT
North Smithfield, RI
Michael Casey
Kevin Reidy
Jamestown, RI
Belchertown, MA
Anthony Ceraldi
Rick Reidy
North Scituate, RI
Belchertown, MA
Thomas DiBiasio
Zac Reidy
West Kingston, RI
Belchertown, MA
Charles Elmen
Joseph Roukous
West Kingston, RI
North Scituate, RI
Daniel Fleurant
Harvey Slater
Cumberland, RI
Cranston, RI
Ann Harper-Castelli
Rob Talmas
Warwick, RI
Westerly, RI
James Kelly
Bruce Trombley
Cranston, RI
Charlestown, RI
Charles Mazzella
John Walsh
Waterford, CT
Providence, RI
Donald McMournie
Adeline Zanni
Salem, CT
Johnston, RI
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2011 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
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June 25 - 26, 2011
Snug Harbor Doomat Derby
July 1 to July 31, 2011
Shark Tournament
July 9 & 10
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Oct 15-Nov 25
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
MAY MEETING RAFFLE
Like to tournament fish?
Be part of TEAM RISAA
in On The Water Magazine’s
Striper Cup Tournament
May is upon us once again. It marks the time when a lot of
us will start fishing. I for one am glad the winter is now behind
us and I am ready to get out on the water.
Winning a few nice prizes at the RISAA meeting would be
another nice way to start the fishing season. We certainly have
a nice lineup of items this month. You know you have to be
present to see and win the prizes.
It's here! On The Water Magazine's 5-month long striped
bass tournament has begun. Yes, it's Striper Cup time. The
tournament started May 2nd and will end on September 19th.
Team RISAA is looking for RISAA members
to join our team.
The featured items for May will be:
St. Croix 9’ Mojo Surf Rod
($150 value)
Outdoor, Etc. SP-100
Medium Surf Pack
Tattoo’s Tackle 2.5 oz swimmer
Afterhours Custom wood
plug
Slug-Go’s
A.O.K. 2 oz. brass lure & hat
Al Gag’s 6” Surf Dancer Plug
an Acme Tackle ultimate
Kastmasterlure kit
Anco Lures
A Secret of the Sea Lure
All of the above and so much more will be in the raffle.
There will be over $800 worth of items.
THANK YOU!
From the last raffles, I would like to thank the following
vendors who contributed to the past meetings:
Anco Lure Co. • Point Jude Lures
Fred Ricci
Thank you again to all who have helped with the raffle and
committee, and thank you for supporting the Fund Raising raffles.
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There are boat, shore, adult and junior divisions. You can
even sign up for both boat and shore. By signing up for the
tournament, you will get a free t-shirt, a Sebile lure and a
commemorative pin. You will also be eligible for weekly and
monthly prizes.
I've seen some of our team
members leave StriperFest, the end
of tournament celebration, with over
$1,000 in fishing gear they won as
prizes.
Because you are a member of
RISAA and are joining our team, you
get a discount off the entry fee.
Make sure you put “Team RISAA”
on the line for “Team”.
After you sign up, send your
name and e-mail address to Frank
Joyal, the RISAA Striper Cup Team
secretary, at Fjoynchrist@juno.com
Once Frank receives your
information we will add you to our
private on-line chat group. This is
where we exchange information
about where the bass are and what
they are hitting. It is also a great
place to make new fishing friends.
From being on this team the past 3 years, I have made many new
fishing friends. I actually fish on their boats as much or more as
I do my own. I have learned new locations, new techniques, and
landed my largest bass ever.
Last year Team RISAA took second place in this tournament.
This year we can take first! So, join the tournament; join our
team; and lets make 2011 the year Team RISAA wins this
tournament!
To find out more about the Striper Cup, visit
http://onthewater.com/Stripercuphome_2x.html
All the information you need is on that site, along with a link
to sign up. It's quick and easy.
As always, if you have any questions, feel free to contact
me personally at Bullmercdw@aol.com or 401-787-2561.
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
Legislation Update: Increased fines for poaching striped bass
Last month’s issue of this Newsletter reported that RISAA’s
Board of Directors had decided to sponsor legislation to increase
poaching fines for the illegal possession and/or sale of striped
bass. With the assistance of the Division of Law Enforcement,
a bill was drafted and RISAA member, Representative Peter
Palumbo sponsored the legislation. Representatives R. Gallison,
S. Slater, J. Edwards and G. Schadone also signed onto the bill.
The current law provides for a fine of $25 per fish, which is
not much of a deterrent when the sale of illegal stripers each
easily be $100 per fish. We proposed the law changed to:
1st offense: $100 per fish
2nd offense: $200 per fish and/or confiscate equipment
3rd and subsequent offenses: $500 per fish and the
confiscation of equipment, boat, etc.
The next step was to find a Senator who
would be willing to sponsor companion
legislation for us.
On March 30, RISAA
President Steve Medeiros, Vice
President Richard Hittinger,
Chief Steven Hall of RIDEM
Senator
Enforcement, and Mark
Sosnowski
Gibson, Division of Marine
Rich
Fisheries, met with Senator Susan Sosnowski
Hittinger
to ask for her support for the legislation. She
advised that before putting in the legislation, she wanted to bring
it to the Senate’s Fisheries Task Force for
their review.
The Fisheries Task Force was convened
at the Rhode Island State House on April
13.
Speaking at this hearing was as follows:
1. Mark Gibson who explained to the
senators about striped bass management and
Mark Gibson
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the current status of the stock. At the end he said that the Division
of Marine Fisheries supported the increase.
2. Chief Steve Hall talked about enforcement issues, the
court process, and how the current fine structure did not present
a deterrent to would-be poachers. He told the Senators about
the fines for striped bass in neighboring states. He also said
that DEM Enforcement supported the proposed increase.
3. Ken Booth, president of the RI Commercial Rod & Reel
Anglers Association who said his association supported the
increase
4. Steve Medeiros, President of RISAA, told the senators
that the striped bass fish belong to all citizens of our state and
that poachers blatantly break the law, while undermining the
fishery management quotas which are intended
to maintain a healthy stock of striped bass. He
said RISAA supported the proposed fine
structure and explained why.
5. Capt. Rick Bellavance, president of the
Rhode Island Party & Charter Boat Association
who said his group relied on a healthy stock of
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striped bass and supported the increase in fines Bellavance
as proposed.
The meeting was successful.
At the conclusion of the hearing, Senator Sosnowski said
the bill would be submitted soon, and the fact that this hearing
showed no opposition would help move it forward.
Next step will hopefully be committee hearings on the bills
within Rhode Island House and Senate.
When these hearings are announced, we will notify the
membership via e-mail. It’s important that RISAA members,
and the Legislative Committee members attend to show support
for passage of the bills. At the very least, members will be
urged to contact their Senators and Representatives to let them
know that this legislation is very important.
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 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.
2011 Shore Clean-Up Day
T
he weather smiled on our plans to clean the
beachfront at Goddard Park and Chepiwanoxet
Park on Saturday, April 16. Although a bit chilly at
first, the morning clouds gave way to sun for most of
our morning efforts.
Present at Goddard were RISAA members: Bob
and William Moeller, CJ Rice, David Pollack,
Mike and Megan Warner, Bob Jordan, Jerry
Bernardini, Michele Perrault, and Roy Lorseli.
The group was complimented by RISAA member
Jim Paiva’s family and his cub scout troup from
Coventry consisting of: Romulus and Adam Sena,
Michael and Lisa Guerin, Jen and Alex Lavoie,
and Vanna, Colon, and Dylan Phrommavauh.
We started a little later than usual at 9:30 a.m. to
give the tide a chance to recede and expose more
shoreline for cleaning. RISAA provided donuts,
coffee, and bottled water so all in attendance could
energize before heading out. Boy, can those cub
scouts put away donuts!
Each year the Goddard Park and Chepiwanoxet
shorelines appear to be getting cleaner. Within a
couple hours, piles of debris are gathered up.
The Goddard crew worked the shore at the boat
launch and then moved up to Long Point at the
entrance to Greenwich Cove. Bags of trash, chunks
of floatation foam, and broken up dock boards were
hauled up from shore.
Adults and kids alike seemed to have a great time.
No donut was spared that’s for sure. My son Will
and I always feel a little better for the effort. I could
sense that everyone else felt that way too. Perhaps
those youngsters will join RISAA or spearhead their
own beach clean-up some day.
“Thanks to everyone who pitched in at
Chepiwanoxet Point,” said Paul Karcz, group leader
at Chepi.
The group included Bob & Elaine Bailey, Earle
Guilford, John Vivari, Kevin Swanson, Gary
Perschau, Mary & Ed Ouellette, Kevin
Holsington and his sons Dillon and Carlson, Ben
Bardo, Dave & Lorraine Minto, Julie, James, &
Jillian LeBlanc, Heather Ross, and Sahara
Kamwanyah .
Great job guys! All in all the Chepi group had a
great time and did a great job.
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
W
ith May within reach,
stripers should soon be
stirring in the shallows of
southern New England (those
north of Cape Cod will have to
wait another few weeks),
providing light-tackle sport for
anglers in skiffs, kayaks, canoes
and on foot. If you want to score,
the first order of business is to
seek out a shallow river, cove or
creek featuring mud flats
covered by 3 to 5 feet of water
at high tide.
Early season stripers aren’t big, but they’re a
welcome sight for winter-weary anglers.
(Tom Richardson photo)
Next, pick a sunny day with light
winds, air temperatures in the mid-50s or higher, and a high tide
that occurs between noon and 5:00 p.m., giving the dark flats a
chance to absorb the sun’s warmth. Water temperatures should
be in the 50-degree range or higher.
Get to the flat between the last 2 hours of the rising tide and
first 2 hours of the dropping tide.
Tie on a quarter-ounce jig rigged with small, soft-plastic
lure. Hop the jig lightly over the bottom or swim it through the
water column with a slow, steady
retrieve. Work the edges of marsh
and creek banks, as well as open
water. Try a variety of retrieves and
be sure to fish different parts of the
flat. As the tide drops, concentrate
on spots where a creek dumps into
the open flat or a larger channel.
My favorite lures for this earlyseason sport include 4” Slug-Gos,
Fin-S-Fish, RonZ and small
paddletail swim shads. If the fish
are especially active, you can often
get them to hit a small topwater
popper or a soft-plastic bait
twitched across the surface on a
plain worm hook.
My favorite colors
include all-white, blackover-white, and olive-overwhite. On dark days,
chartreuse and pink work
well.
Best outfits include a
light spinning setup with 6to 8-pound line. No leaders
The new RonZ mini jig is a
are necessary unless fishing
great early-season lure.
around heavy structure.
(Tom Richardson photo)
Small flies are also ideal
at this time of year. Clouser Minnows and Deceivers in 1/0 or 2/
0 sizes can be deadly. White, yellow and chartreuse work very
well. Use a slow retrieve to start, but don’t be afraid to speed
things up, as spring stripers can be very aggressive. A 7- to 8weight outfit rigged with a sink-tip or floating line is a good
choice.
Note: You can view an online video on rigging a Slug-Go at the
BoatingLocal web site. Go to:
boatinglocal.com/fishing/early-season-striper-formula.html
Tom Richardson is the co-director and host of BoatingLocal.
Before that he served as the editor of Northeast Boating from
2005 to 2009, and as managing editor of Salt Water Sportsman
magazine from 1995 to 2004. He lives, boats and fishes in
southeastern Massachusetts with his wife and three kids. He
is also a RISAA member.
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 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
The Salvation Army “Good Neighbor Energy Fund”
Report by JOAN BRADBURY
I
A visit to the West Warwick Salvation
t looks like spring is really here with the leaves budding and
Army Store affirmed that the economy is not
flowers sprouting up. But, the long cold and snowy winter
as good as it should be and that people need
has left a lot of people short of money to catch up on heating
to help each other
bills. What better
through these hard
time to help out!
times. The store was
This month’s
very busy and the
donation was to the
parking lot full. It seemed as if we were
Rhode Island “Good
at a popular department store of some
Neighbor Energy
kind.
Fund”, a utility
Tracey told us that donations to
assistance program
their stores are down. People are not
of The Salvation
buying new clothes, furniture, etc.
Army.
because of the economy. But, the
For the past 25
number of people looking to buy from
years, the Energy
them is up. They need to pay bills first.
Fund has provided
And this is where the energy fund
energy assistance to
helps out. The RISAA contribution will
Rhode Islanders in
be designated to help people who
temporary crisis
receive assistance with heat payments
who cannot pay their
energy bills and do
Tracey Shayer, assistant manager at the Salvation Army Thrift so they can keep the heat turned on
not qualify for
Store in West Warwick, accepted the RISAA check on behalf of during the winter.
Tracey and Lt. John Luby (whom I
federal or state
Salvation Army from Joan Bradbury.
spoke to on the phone about this need)
funds.
expressed their appreciation for RISAA’s donation and asked if
“Warm Thy Neighbor” is the slogan for this program which
members of RISAA would also consider making donations to
has helped many people with one-time assistance of up to
their stores to help out whenever possible.
$400.
Razin
Kane
Sport Fishing Charters
Sport Fish in Luxury
Captain Sandy Kane
Sailing from Wickford, RI
38’ Blackfin - twin diesels
www.kanesguns.com
Day: 401-295-0642 • Eve: 401-423-1587
Fishing All Species:
Member
Captain John Sheriff
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Member
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
MAY SEMINAR
Monday, May 23 • 7:00 p.m.
THREE GREAT TOPICS!
An introduction to eRec
by Daniel Costa, RIDEM ACCSP Coordinator
It is important to get good fisheries data, which will not only help the spieces we all fish for, but can also help in
getting more fish when quota changes are required. Dan will explain how anglers can record their catch this year online,
taking an active part in the fisheries process.
with
CATCHING TAUTOG
FROM SHORE
Capt. Joe Pagano
with a panel of surfcasters
SKINNY WATER STRIPERS
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
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
years, Joe is the owner/operator of Stuff It Charters, sailing from
Ram Point in Pt. Judith Pond. Intersteding to note is that during
the off-water season he isa professional taxidermist and has
mounted fish and game from armadillos to zebras!
In this seminar he will explain how to reach those shallow
water stripers; how to get the boat in close, and how to fish them,
stressing such things as a quiet approach and eliminating noises
on the boat. And, at times when he can't get the boat up close, he
has ways of getting his baits to the fish.
Although Capt. Pagano fishes from a boat and will discuss
catching stripers from a boat, shore anglers are fishing many of
the same shallow waters, and will pick up tips as well.
RISAA Surfcasters Dick Geldard, Bob Jordan, CJ Rice
and Rick Gallipeau will present everything the shorebound
angler needs to know to catch
tautog.
The panelists include the
2010 RISAA Shore Angler of the
Year, past RISAA Tautog
Tournament winners and a the
holder of the RISAA Hall of Fame Tautog Award.
Topics of this entertaining presentation will cover tackle,
rigs, tide, structure, seasonal strategies and trapping live bait.
FOOD WILL BE SERVED* BETWEEN 5:30 - 6:30
TONIGHT'S MENU
Seminar is held at the West Vally Inn
Blossom Street, West Warwick, RI
Tossed salad w/roll: $2.25
Penne with meatballs, sausage & peppers: $6.95
Penne only w/roll: $3.50
Hamburger/cheeseburger w/fries: $6.95
Rick Gallipeau
Dick Geldard
Bob Jordan
C.J. Rice
Directions on page 22
Non-Members Welcome
NON-MEMBER ADMISSION: $10 donation
to RISAA's Scholarship Fund (RISAA members attend free)
* Food is NOT included in admission and is provided by the
West Valley Inn. Pay separately at the bar.
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
JUNE SEMINAR
Monday, June 27 • 7:00 p.m.
A special topic!
Inventions, Gadgets & Gizmos
Members sharing their ideas, tools, devices that make your time fishing easier
Brian Beltrami
David Michel
• Boat frame that allows you to paint the
bottom of your boat when it's on a trailer
• A rod holder that holds 16 rods and hangs
from the ceiling of his garage
• A rod holder for his SUV
• A bucket buddy
Rod Raso
Capt. Rich Hittinger
• Low cost, home made fishing rod for sabiki
rigs in which the hooks reel up inside the rod
so they don't get caught on everything.
• A fish de-hooker that he made
• A home-made cleaning table
• Anchoring device for boats with cuddy
cabins to pull in anchor without climbing onto
the bow. Good in bad weather!
• Large (40 gal) minnow holder that folds up
small and opens in an instant.
Tom Wood
Capt. Ed Kearney
• A fish stringer that he uses
• A crab keeper that he made
• Scenting baits. How to prepare plastics for
use with scents
EVERY MEMBER WHO
ATTENDS IS ELIGIBLE TO
WIN THE NIGHT'S FREE
DOOR PRIZE
BRING A FRIEND!
RISAA members can bring a guest to this meeting
at no charge
FOOD WILL BE SERVED* BETWEEN 5:30 - 6:30
TONIGHT'S MENU
Seminar is held at the West Vally Inn
Blossom Street, West Warwick, RI
Tossed salad w/roll: $2.25
Stuffed chicken w/wild rice, potato, vegetable: $6.95
Meatball sub & chips: $5.95
Directions on page 22
Non-Members Welcome
* Food is NOT included in admission and is provided by the
West Valley Inn. Pay separately at the bar.
NON-MEMBER ADMISSION: $10 donation
to RISAA's Scholarship Fund (RISAA members attend free)
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
ARREST AND CITATIONS: March, 2011
Charged Criminally in Rhode Island District or Superior Court
James E. Dalton, 55, of Westport, MA arrested for
Shellfishing In Pollution and Use of Implement in Pollution.
John A. Macruso, 54, of Newport, RI arrested for
Shellfishing In Pollution and Use of Implement in Pollution.
Charged with civil violations in Rhode Island Traffic Tribunal
Breakdown of the citations issued for the period of 3/1/11 to 3/31/11
Violation
Motor Vehicle Violations
Citations Issued
Violation
1
Freshwater Fishing Violations Fishing Closed Trout Waters
Fishing Without License
2
Citations Issued
Recreational Vehicle Violations
6
Boating Violations -Unregistered Boat,
2
Boating Safety Equipment Violation
CRMC Barrier Beach Permit
Violation
1
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
www.PriorityFishingCharters.com
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Member
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 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 took over 200 kids out fishing! Help us to
make 2011 even better!
With YOUR HELP, we will hope
to again accommodate over 200
children. This year, we have invited
various Boys & Girls Clubs, Cub
Scouts, Adoption Rhode Island, the
Providence Recreation Department,
and several agencies that deal with
orphaned and abused children. These kids will
get to experience a morning of fishing on the
bay, followed by a great cookout of hot dogs
and burgers.
The number of kids that get to participate
will be determined by the number of members
who sign up.
Some of these kids have never visited the
bay. Never had the chance to catch a fish.
And most have never been on a boat before!
The folks at Brewer’s Greenwich Bay
Marina will again host the event at their
facilities on Masthead Drive in Warwick.
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!
WE NEED MEMBERS WITHOUT BOATS TOO!
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
this means that members who don't have a boat will also be needed.
We are also seeking members
to help with the cooking back
at the marina after the fishing
is done.
All the children will be in
the 7-13 year old age group.
All children will have
s i g n e d
permission
slips, and
t
h
e
organizations
involved will provide
transportation to and
from the marina.
Everything is
taken care of! All
we need is for
you to sign up
and promise to
help out!
ALL MEMBERS ARE UGED TO
PARTICIPATE!
SIGN UP TODAY!
It doesn't matter if your boat can carry only one child
and a chaperone, or if you can handle 4 or 5
youngsters, we still need you’re help!
It will be an experience you’ll always
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
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
MYCO RESEARCH (from page 1)
The Chesapeake Bay is the primary spawning and nursery
area for approximately 75% of the Atlantic coastal stock of
striped bass, and many of the adult striped bass that migrate
into Rhode Island waters each summer come from the
Chesapeake Bay region.
Because of this, the R.I. Saltwater Anglers Association has
remained vigilant to news, reports and studies that pertain to
the Chesapeake with a special focus on striped bass or
menhaden, the striper’s prime food source. This is why, when
the RISAA Board of Directors first learned about the myco study
going on at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS)
they directed Steve Medeiros to investigate
the possibility of supporting that study.
Steve contacted Dr. Wolfgang Vogelbein,
a Professor of Marine Science at VIMS, part
of the College of William and Mary in
Virginia. Dr. Vogelbein confirmed that he was
leading a team doing research “to better
understand the adverse impacts of this Dr. Vogelbein
emerging bacterial disease and ways to better manage the stock
in the face of this outbreak.”
Dr. Vogelbein submitted a number of links to online research
and other materials to the RISAA Board along with a history of
the myco disease starting in 1997 (when it was first noticed) to
current work in 2011.
“It is my fondest wish that the fund raising efforts of you
good folks who are passionate about this fish and wish to
preserve the stock on the Eastern Seaboard, will fund a graduate
student fellowship specifically focused on this emerging
disease,” said Dr. Vogelbein.
National Geographic did a segment on
mycobacteriosis in the Chesapeake Bay,
and the work done by Dr. Wolfgang
Vogelbein, microbiologist Martha Rhodes
and statistician John Hoenig from the
Virginia Institute of Marine Science in
Gloucester, Virginia.
The National Georgraphic story stated:
Martha Rhodes
“By testing infected fish cells, they
revealed the monsters
were a nasty group of
bacteria
called
Mycobacterium.
Mycobacterium
includes members
that can cause
tuberculosis and
leprosy in humans.
Dr Vogelbein examines striped bass
The particular strain
-National Georgraphic photo
infecting the stripers
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causes extensive damage to internal organs, skin ulcers and
eventual death. Plus, in those unfortunate anglers who handle
infected fish, they
can
cause
unsightly red
welts and create
achy joints.”
S e v e r a l
studies
are
ongoing in the
Chesapeake
including
a
tagging program,
holding
pen
observations of
Researcher samples scales on
infected fish and
infected striper
l a b r a t o r y
examinations.
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC)
has finally acknowledged what recreational anglers have been
telling them for the past few years - that something is going on
with the striped bass stock and fish are disappearing.
In March, the
ASMFC
Atlantic
Striped Bass Board
initiated development
of an addendum to
fishery management
plan with the goal of
While not as severe as this fish, reducing mortality up to
infected striped bass were 40% and to protect the
observed in Rhode Island waters spawning stock, noting
last year
a 66% decline in
estimated recreational catch between 2006-2009. The press
release announcing the addendum also noted the diminished
water quality in the Chesapeake Bay during the summer months
that may also contribute to increased prevalence of
mycobacteriosis.
The Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association
supports the work of Dr. Vogelbein and other VIMS
researchers, and hopes to see progress in understanding the
myco disease. We will continue to support this work through
our nonprofit Foundatin.
RISAA Members and others are invited to
contribute to the fund as well.
Send in your donation (see page 17) and mark “MYCO
RESEARCH” on your check. That money will go directly to
the Virginia Institute of Marine Science and Dr. Vogelbein’s
team.
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
PREVIOUS AND CONTINUALLY SUPPORTED PROGRAMS
• Blackstone River fish ladders construction
• College Scholarships in Marine Sciences
• Eel grass planting
• Fishway construction/restoration
• Fishing The Ocean State TV program
• Fish Tag & Release programs
• JASON Expedition teacher training
• Kickemuit River fish ladder construction
• Narragansett Bay Journal publication
• Ninigret Park Fishing Access
• Pawtuxet River Authority fish passage
• Plum Beach Lighthouse restoration
• Public access adoption programs
• Public education programs and seminars
• Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation
• Salmon-In-The-Classroom, Westerly Schools
• Salt marsh restoration
• Sea Grant cooperative research
programs
• Tag-A-Giant Tuna Foundation
• Woonasquatucket River fish ladders
and the
RISAA
Take-A-Kid Fishing Days
THANKS TO ALL WHO MADE DONATIONS DURING 2011
COPPER (up to $49)
3 Anonymous Members
Robert Ballou
Donald Forest
Gregory Fritz
Robert Graap
Rev. Jan Knost
Capt. Bob Murgo
James Parillo
David Raymond
Robert Sangster
BRONZE ($50+)
Earl Buckman
Michael Fotiades
Peter Hendricks
Capt. Ed Kearney
Howard MacMillan
Stephen Medeiros
J. George O’Keefe
Robert Oliveira
Capt. Mitch Riffkin
Capt. Ron Taddei
William Zanks
Capt. Stephen Segerson
John Vivari
Daniel Watson
Patrick Watson
SILVER ($100+)
GOLD ($250+)
Anonymous member
East Bay Anglers
Robert Hawthorne
The Saltwater Edge
Capt. Michael Warner
Eric Weybrant
Robert Donaldson
PLATINUM ($500+)
Robert Fournier
Joseph Herbert
The Rhode Island Foundation
Capt. Sandy Kane
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
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 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.
SHORE DIVISION
BOAT DIVISION
SPECIES
WEIGHT
ANGLER
YEAR
SPECIES
WEIGHT
ANGLER
YEAR
Black Sea Bass
Bluefish
Bonito
Cod
False Albacore
Fluke
Haddock
Mahi Mahi
Pollock
Scup
Shad
Squeteague
Striped Bass
Tautog
Tuna -Albacore
Tuna -Bluefin
Tuna -Yellowfin
Winter Flounder
6.46
17.34
12.20
49.10
16.20
15.65
7.85
37.80
27.70
3.30
3.80
10.50
76.87
16.30
55.00
193.88
112.00
4.40
Barbara Audino
Skip Stritzinger
Michael Neto
Robert Morel
Charles Bradbury
Kyle Blount
Nicholas Blount
Jack Sprengel, Jr.
Harry Templeton
Christine Blount
Kyle Paparelli
Robert Roy
Peter Vican
Brian Droney
Harley Benton
Jack Sprengel, Jr.
Randy Pereschino
Michael Lanni
2007
1999
2004
2001
2004
2006
2004
2010
2001
2005
2009
2006
2008
2008
1999
2009
2001
1998
Black Sea Bass
Bluefish
Bonito
False Albacore
Fluke
Scup
Shad
Squeteague
Striped Bass
Tautog
Winter Flounder
3.85
15.18
9.99
12.22
5.44
2.50
1.75
16.54
48.62
11.20
4.40
Joseph Pearson
David Pickering
Jack Sprengel, Jr.
Jack Sprengel, Jr.
Jonathan Pickering
Kenneth Gu
Jonathan Pickering
Robert Moeller
Brendan Richards
Richard Gallipeau
Dick Geldard
2009
2007
2007
2007
2003
2003
2008
2007
2006
2009
2009
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
July 1 - 10 • Adult-Junior Scup Tournament 1or 2 adults and
one Junior Member team. Pre-registration required. Deadline: June 28
July 16 - 17 • Team Fluke Challenge Special 2-angler teams.
Pre-registration required. Special rules* apply. Top four fish entered.
Reg deadline: July 12
July 30 - 31 • Junior All-Species Catch & Release
Tourney Special slips required. Adult member must be present during
tourney. Two divisions: Ages 7 and under plus Ages 8-17
Aug 26 - Sept 4 • Bluefish Tournament
Sept 2 - 11 • Black Sea Bass Tournament
Sept 17 - 18 • Fall Bluefish/Striped Bass Catch & Release
Tournament Individual event, but must fish with another member/
witness.
Sept 23 - Oct 2 • Bluefish/Striped Bass Combo Tournament
Must enter a bluefish AND striped bass to qualify. Total weight.
Sept 30 - Oct 9 • Fall Striped Bass Tournament
Oct 7 - 16 • Fall Tautog Tournament
• All Special Tournaments commence at 5:00 P.M. on Friday and end
promptly at 7:00 P.M. on the final day (*unless noted).
• The minimum sizes for all Special Tournaments shall be the legal Rhode
Island recreational minimums.
• Entries MUST be weighed in by 7:00 P.M. on the final day and members
MUST PHONE the RISAA office within 24 hours of the time weighed.
• indicates RISAA member
Location
Maximum
Big Bear Hunting & Fishing Supply (Harmony)........ 30 lbs
•Block Island Fishworks (New Harbor)......................... 100 lbs
•Breachway Bait & Tackle (Charlestown).................... 50 lbs
•Cardinal Bait & Tackle (Westerly)............................... 100 lbs
•Erickson Bros. Bait & Tackle (Warwick)..................... 200 lbs
•Frances Fleet (Port of Galilee)...................................... 50 lbs
Gray’s Boat Yard (Westerly)......................................... 99 lbs
King Cove Outfitters (Stonington)............................. 100 lbs
•Lucky Bait & Tackle (Warren)..................................... 330 lbs
Maridee Bait & Tackle................................................... 50 lbs
Pete’s Bait & Tackle (Woonsocket).............................. 165 lbs
•Quaker Lane Bait & Tackle (N. Kingstown)............... 60 lbs
•Quonny Bait & Tackle (Charlestown).......................... 60 lbs
Riverside Marine (Tiverton)......................................... 30 lbs
Sam's Bait & Tackle (Middletown)............................... 400 lbs
Sandy Bottom Bait & Tackle (Coventry).................... 50 lbs
•Snug Harbor Marina (Wakefield)................................. 200 lbs
•Tackle Box, Inc. (Warwick)............................................ 200 lbs
•Wickford Rod Works (Wickford)................................. 75 lbs
Zeek's Creek Bait Shop (Jamestown).......................... 30 lbs
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
GOVERNOR’S CUP
CURRENT LEADERS:
BOAT DIVISION
Future Leader Here
Length: 00"
Girth: 00"
The RISAA Governor’s Cup Award is presented to the angler who catches:
• the largest striped bass • in Rhode Island waters • and released unharmed.
The catch shall be documented by a photograph showing fish and ruler.
There shall be one leader in the BOAT and SHORE Divisions
SHORE DIVISION
Future Leader Here
Length: 00"
Girth: 00""
Standings as of 4/25/11
BLUEFISH
BLACK SEABASS
BOAT DIVISION
ADULT (minimum 1 lbs)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
SHORE DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
BOAT DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
SHORE DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
BONITO
COD
HADDOCK
BOAT DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
SHORE DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
BOAT DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
BOAT DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
FALSE ALBACORE
FLUKE
• The Yearlong Tournament is a continuing
tournament that runs from January to
December each year. All RISAA members
are eligible to participate, and there are no
fees.
• Official Weight Slips are available at each
monthly meeting and at all sanctioned bait
shops.
• Only authorized weigh-in stations with
certified digital scales may be used.
• There are two categories: ADULT and
JUNIOR member.
• There are also two divisions within each
category: BOAT and SHORE.
• A complete list of tournament rules are
printed on the back of every Weight Slip.
MAHI MAHI
POLLOCK
BOAT DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
SHORE DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
BOAT DIVISION
ADULT (minimum 2.5 lbs)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
SHORE DIVISION
11. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
BOAT DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
BOAT DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
SCUP
STRIPED BASS
STRIPED BASS - FLY FISHING ONLY
BOAT DIVISION
ADULT (minimum 1 lb)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
SHORE DIVISION
ADULT (minimum 1 lb)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
BOAT DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
SHORE DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
BOAT DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
SHORE DIVISION
ADULT (min. 15 lbs)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
SHAD, Hickory
TAUTOG
BOAT DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
SHORE DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
BOAT DIVISION
1. Russell Hubert - 8.90
2. none yet
3. none yet
SHORE DIVISION
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR (no minimum)
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
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TUNA
Albacore, Bluefin (no giants), Yellowfin
Federal minimums apply • 1st, 2nd, 3rd each species
ADULT
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
JUNIOR
1. none yet
2. none yet
3. none yet
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 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.
Battle at Cooneymus
CRMC Right Of Way (ROW) E-4
BLOCK ISLAND
In a response letter
dated March 11, 2009,
Mike Shea, Highway
Superintendent wrote,
“After discussing this
with the Public Works
Director, we came to
the conclusion that
although the posts and
privet bushes from the
Lee’s
driveway
encroach upon Town
property we are not
opposed to it. We will
put the Lees
on notice
Cooneymus Road area in box (above)
that this is
and “X” below
done with
T o w n
approval to
avoid any
f u t u r e
adverse
possession
claim.”
T h i s
response
ignited an
i s s u e
between
neighbors
that is of
great significance to the public at large. Can a private landowner
simply take the law into their own hands, and block off a
designated Town road easement to the sea for their own
convenience?
“The first time I saw the cobble bar of Block Island’s
Southwest Point was in November 1985. Through trial
and error I found my way to the Cooneymus Road ROW
on Block’s west side. After walking the ROW path to
the water I looked south to see white water rolling over
the shallow bar. In the distance I could see a half dozen
surf casters – all fast to bass. I hurried back to the buggy,
quickly geared up and stumbled the ¼ mile walk to join
in on the action.
Since that fateful day in 1985 I’ve taken various ways
to get to SW Point – most notably the winding maze of
dirt roads used by islanders that led to the overlook. This
overlook parking area accessing the point was closed
around 10 years back due to construction of new homes
which blocked parking access. But the primary access
via the Cooneymus ROW has always remained open
forming the gateway to some of the best striped bass
surfcasting water in New England.”
This quote from Dennis Zambrotta, retired Navy, civilian
employee at the Naval War College, President of the Newport
County Salt Water Fishing Club, and well known surfcaster
and lecturer in the Northeast, provides background for angler
and general public interest in the controversy that has unfolded
over the Atlantic end of Cooneymus Road, Block Island since
2009.
NEIGHBORS BLOCK ACCESS
Bruce and Margaret Montgomery own property that
fronts on Cooneymus here. Before ending at the shoreline,
Cooneymus passes through property owned by Elizabeth and
James Lee. While the Montgomery’s have welcomed anglers
and beachcombers alike to use their road frontage to park before
hiking the Cooneymus roadway or the ROW path to the water,
the Lee’s have not been so accommodating.
In an apparent effort to eliminate road parking near their
driveway entrance, the Lee’s erected privet hedges, and posts
with chains into the public roadway. Complaints were allegedly
made of “all manner of vehicles including cars, trucks,
motorcycles and mopeds” blocking the Lee’s driveway.
In a letter to the New Shoreham Highway Department dated
March 4, 2009 Mrs. Montgomery writes, “The problem is that
Jimmy Lee has usurped more than 30 feet of Town property
(and our road frontage) by planting a privet hedge and installing
posts and a chain guard out in the road. As I told you, I doubt if
he had permission from the Town to do that. And you affirmed
that, to your knowledge, he did not.”
X
TOWN COUNCIL INVOLVEMENT
Unsatisfied with the Town’s apparent willingness to sacrifice
the usefulness of the Town roadway in favor of the Lee’s, the
Montgomery’s enlisted an attorney to bring the entire matter
before the standing Town Council. The Lee’s had also hired an
attorney.
What ensued was a series of Town Council meetings, some
closed some open. Public comment was taken. Letters were
written from attorney to attorney and attorney to Town
throughout 2010. (to page 46)
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
Pettaquamscutt Ave, Narragansett
Westerly landowners blocking
coastal shoreline access
CRMC C-10
Town construction and neighbor’s vehicles
results in blocked launch area
illegal fences erected each year
Pettaquamscutt Avenue in Narragansett ends at the Narrow
River, and at this point there is a CRMC designated Right of
Way (ROW) #C-10.
This ROW was frequently used by member
David Pollack, and it was he who alerted the
Public Access Committee that it was now
blocked.
“It is a perfect location to launch kayaks in
David
the Narrow River,” said Dave. “The ramp itself
Pollack
was very rough and not suitable for boat trailers,
but was fine for kayaks, canoes and other small vessels that
could be hand carried and launched. Parking was within 15
feet of the ramp in an unpaved cut-out on the south side of the
ROW with enough space for several automobiles.”
But now most of the ROW was fenced off and had newly
constructed drainage work inside the area. The north end was
now paved and reduced to about 10 feet in width and blocked
with two vehicles apparently belonging to the residents of the
house at this site.
On April 8, David went to CRMC offices in Wakefield and
met with Laura Miguel and Brian Harrington of CRMC’s
enforcement division. They said their Director and Deputy
Director was aware of the problem.
On April 14 a meeting was held at the ROW site consisting
of David Pollack, RISAA President Steve Medeiros, RISAA
Board Member Bill Sosnicki, Jeff Willis, CRMC Deputy
Director, and Laura Miguel.
In February, RISAA President Steve Medeiros received an
e-mail from Jim Bedell, one of Rhode Island’s advocates for
public access.
Bedell, who constantly beats the drum
for shoreline rights of way, said that there
is a situation that exists along the beach
between the Weekapaug Breachway and the
Westerly Town Beach where some
homeowners have erected fences from their
Jim Bedell
property lines down to the water’s edge
prohibiting lateral access along the shore.
In investigating the situation, Medeiros found that there are
a couple of particularly obnoxious landowners who have placed
fences along the shore at their property lines and warning signs
to the public, and have even called the police when someone
stops in front of their homes on the shore. These properties
abut legal CRMC designated Rights of Way, and they don’t
like the idea of the public sharing THEIR views!
The shoreline between the Weekapaug Breachway and
town beach stretches for a mile. The area in most
contention is approximately the center of the map above.
“State law guarantees the public’s right to the shoreline up
to the mean high tide line, but there are people along this stretch
who are taking it to the extreme, trying to stop people form
simply walking along the shore,” said Medeiros. “Every year
the public loses more and more shoreline access. This has got
to stop.”
Jim Bedell agreed, and during a subsequent exchange said,
“What matters is that shore-loving people get up and get
involved before what we had is lost forever.”
This particular stretch of beach runs along Atlantic Avenue,
and there are several CRMC designated Rights of Way along
the road, and a couple are clearly marked with CRMC signage.
A visit to the area provided ample evidence that something
amiss is going on, and that some people seem to be downright
nasty in their battle to keep people off (what they perceive)
their private beach.
(to page 45)
The Pettaquamscutt Ave ROW is now blocked by fenced
off area and new paved drive blocked by neighbor’s cars
The blocked off area is a result of drainage work done by
the Town of Narragansett, but done in accordance with a permit
granted by CRMC. Jeff Willis admitted that no one checked to
see if this was a ROW before granting the permit.
While the town’s work resulted in the loss of a large part of
the ROW, they did attempt to restore the area by constructing
the “road” beside it and a new cobblestone “ramp” to the water.
(to page 45)
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
The
FRANCES FLEET
“Catch a Good Time!”
COD FISHING
Sailing daily
6:00 am to 4:00 pm
weather permitting
FLUKE
Begins May 7
Daily 7:00 am to 3:00 pm
SQUID
Visit our shop for live and
frozen bait, ice, rods & reels,
Begins May 6 - 7:00 pm
tackle and more. Locted
Wed,
Thurs, Fr., Sat & Sun
across from the boats.
Call for reservations.
Call for more information and
For more info,
reservations
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)
Ea
Av
e
95
113
en
c
e
St
33
FROM RT 113 WEST off I-95
Pr
ov
id
FROM NARRAGANSETTAND
SOUTH COUNTY:
Route 1 North, becomes Route 4 North Blossom St
to end and merges onto I-95 North,
then take to exit 11 onto I-295 North.
Take Exit 1 to Rt 113 West. (follow
directions below)
2
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
turn left onto Rt 33
(Providence St). Go 8/10 mile
to West Valley Inn (entrance
on right).
95
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
One of the missions of RISAA is to represent the concerns of
the recreational community on regulatory and legislative issues.
That means that we have to deal with elected officials.
Fortunately, there are a number of legislators who have worked
hard on our behalf and others who support RISAA principles. We
need to be sure those officials remain in office.
It is also important that legislators understand who we are. If
we don’t advance our own causes, no one will do it for us.
By law, our Association can not contribute funds to any
candidate, therefore we have established a legal, incorporated
and registered Political Action Committee which CAN make
contributions on our behalf.
Only donations specifically made to the RISAA PAC can be
used. Under no circumstances can any membership dues money
- or any other contribution made to the Association - be used for
the PAC. It would be a violation of state election laws for any
money from RISAA to be used for PAC purposes.
Also, all money received by the PAC must come from
individual donors. No contribution can be accepted from any
organization or business interest.
The PAC has an independent treasurer and its own bank
account.
The RISAA PAC Committee first receives requests for
contributions. If the PAC Committee approves a request, it is
then forwarded to the full RISAA Legislative Committee, which is
made up of RISAA members and delegates from all of the 29
affiliated clubs. The EP Committee then reviews the
recommendations, and if the full Committee votes to approve a
political contribution, that recommendation is forwarded to the
RISAA Board of Directors which has the final vote on all PAC
donations. Every PAC expenditure must pass this 3-step process.
Democracy is not a spectator sport. To be effective, we must
participate in the system.
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
Harry Templeton
John Turchetti
John Vivari
Charles Dore
Howard MacMillan
Robert Oliveira
David Westfall
Capt. Charles Costa
Robert Hawthorne
Peter Jenkins
Capt. Sandy Kane
waiting for
your donation
We need YOUR name here!
It's time for recreational anglers to stand up and be counted!
Please print:
Enclosed is my contribution to the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association
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
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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, P.O. Box 1465, Coventry, RI 02816
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23 -
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
The RISAA Education Committee Presents
UNIVERSITY OF
RHODE ISLAND
RISAA MEMBERS INVITED TO
PARTICIPATE ON RESEARCH VESSEL TRIPS
SEE HOW A DRAGGER CATCHES FISH
O
these trips, and they fill quickly, so don't
wait to sign up.
Here's your chance to see how a
commercial fishing dragger operates.
The cost to each member will be $15
per person. It's actually more, but
RISAA is paying the rest. The boat will
sail if it rains, but not for rough seas.
nce again, RISAA and Rhode Island
Sea Grant are making this
educational opportunity available to
RISAA members.
THE COST
You'll learn about the various nets and
sizes that are used, how they work and
what to expect. You'll see how the mesh
sizes of the nets can capture more or less
species. And you'll see the "catch" as it's
brought aboard, and examine a variety of
species with the Sea Grant marine
biologists. Measure fish and handle some
of the local species of the Bay.
As the Cap'N Bert steams out of
Wickford Harbor, members will be able to
visit the captain, view the vast array of
electronics aboard and ask questions
about the workings of the boat. Then the
net will be dropped and towed, capturing
sea life from the bottom of Narragansett
Bay.
Unlike other RISAA-sponsored
events when spouses, guests and
friends are invited, this trip must be
limited to to RISAA members. That's
because there are only 15 spots
available on each trip, and RISAA is
paying part of the fee.
Also, those members must be in
"good standing" - meaning their dues
must be paid up.
Members gather around as the operation
of a dragger net is explained
Although the Cap'N Bert catches fish
for scientific purposes, the same methods
are used as on commercial fishing boats. .
When the net is hauled in, the real
purpose of the trip begins: to study the
multitude of sea life on the bottom of
Narragansett Bay.
Every few years RISAA sponsors
ONLY RISAA MEMBERS
The Cap'N Bert
MORE DETAILS
Participants must be at least 10
years old. Each child must be
accompanied by an adult.
No open-toed shoes should be
worn.
If you want to keep any of the fish
brought aboard, you must have a RI
recreational salt water license with you.
Sign-ups will be accepted at the
monthly meetings or you can register
now by mail.
The Cap'n Bert sails at 8:00 AM
Members learn a little about lobster
biology during one of our past trips
YES! Sign me up for a "Cap'N Bert" Trip!
Cost is $15 non-refundable, per member.
Check must accompany this slip.
Name(s):____________________________________________________________________ Cell Phone: __________________
(RISAA members only)
Enclosed is my check for $________.
Number of people _____
The trip I am signing up for is (check)
R Saturday, June 11 at 8:00 AM- SOLD OUT
R Saturday, June 25 at 8:00 AM- ONLY 4 LEFT
(RISAA members ONLY)
Mail this form and check to: R.I.S.A.A.
P.O. Box 1465
Coventry, RI 02816
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
Regulations for 2011 (from page 3)
“The RI/MA tautog stock complex remains below its target
and subject to overfishing. Additional reductions in fishing
mortality are needed to allow the stock to rebuild. More than 90
percent of tautog caught in Rhode Island are taken by recreational
fishers, the vast majority of recreational fish are taken in the fall,
and the vast majority of those fish are taken by the private boat
sector. For those reasons, I cannot support a liberalization of the
regulations applicable to the private boat sector at this time.
While I recognize that the party and charter boat sector takes
far less fish than the private boat sector, and is contributing
valuably to local tautog assessments via their participation in
the eRec logbook program, I note that, last fall, the Department
signaled its intent to reduce the possession limit for that sector
to 6 fish/person in 2011. I further note that party and charter
boat sector is already liberalized, relative to the private boat sector,
by not being subject to the 10 fish/boat limit. And finally, I note
that the 6 fish/person limit does not disadvantage the RI party
and charter boat fleet relative to neighboring states. For those
reasons, and with due regard to the overall need to reduce fishing
mortality on the local tautog stock, I cannot support the
continuation of an 8 fish/person possession limit for the party
and charter boat sector at this time.”
WINTER FLOUNDER: changes to current regulations
enacted a prohibition on the possession of winter flounder in
Point Judith Pond, including the Harbor of Refuge.
NOTE:
RISAA
recommended at the public
hearing that DEM come up
with a plan to restore winter
flounder in Narragansett
Bay. The proposal also was
adopted by the Marine
Fisheries Council in their
recommendations to the Director.
Comments by the Director: “The Division should develop
and implement a long-term strategic plan to restore winter
flounder in RI waters, in accordance with the proposal offered at
the public hearing.”
MENHADEN: Commercial and
recreational.
Note: The RISAA proposal was
mainly concerned with a
permanent closure of the
Providence River and Greenwich Bay, and to maintain all of
the existing monitoring, overflights, starting stock caps, 50% of
the stock maintained at all times, and a maximum pogey boat
length of 85 feet.
The new regulations changes are:
1. maintenance of the existing 2 million pound threshold (biomass
“floor”) and 50% cap (harvest “ceiling”) and all associated stock
monitoring requirements {status quo};
2. a single 120,000 pound/vessel daily possession limit, once the
threshold is reached {previously this was 80,000 lbs, followed by
an increase to 120,000 pounds when 3 million pounds was
determined to be present in the management area};
3. a new Providence River closure for commercial purse seine
operations - established as the area north of a line from Rocky
Point to Conimicut Light to Nayatt point
4. maintenance of the Greenwich Bay closure for commercial purse
seine operations {status quo}
5. repeal of all other area closures {effect = opening of Allen
Harbor, Wickford Harbor, Barrington River, Palmer River, Bristol
Harbor, Kickemuit River, Upper Sakonnet River, Nannaquaket
Pond, Dutch Harbor, Melville South, Newport Harbor and Hope
Island Management area};
6. a new 200 fish/vessel daily possession limit for recreational
fishermen fishing in the two areas closed to commercial purse
seining (Providence River and Greenwich Bay);
7. maintenance of all existing reporting requirements {status quo}
8. maintenance of all existing fish storage capacity certification
requirements {status quo};
9. maintenance of all existing net restrictions, including size,
marking and certification requirements {status quo};
10. maintenance of existing Saturday, Sunday and holiday closures
Director’s comments: “The measures are consistent with the
Council’s recommendation with one exception. The Council
recommended establishing an 85-foot maximum vessel length for
the purse seine fishery. (to page 43)
Rhode Island’s
Recreational saltwater fishing
generates at least
1,000
DIRECT JOBS
and
$24 MILLION
in ANNUAL WAGES
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
I
was first introduced to the
Terror Eyze lure while fishing in
Florida with D.O.A. owner Mark
Hicks who invented this lure. In five
days of fishing, we caught nine
different species of fish using it,
including one snook of over 25 lbs.
It didn’t take long for both me and
Mike Laptew, who was filming this
trip, to see the value of this bait in
our own fishery up North.
The smaller sized Terror Eyze is
a perfect replica of a small peanut
bunker or bay anchovy that inhabits
our waters.
What’s so unique?
The unique concept about the
Terror Eyze bait is its bulging, lifelike eyes on the jig head. While in
the water the special holographic eyes
shoot out flashes of reflected light
causing the fish to attack it.
Its lead head and hook are hidden
inside the body of the lure which is
hollow. This allows the bait to swim
correctly each and every time it is cast
out. When a fish strikes the jig it never
feels this lead head portion of the jig. Its body is made of super
strong soft plastic vinyl and the lure is almost snag proof.
The head is designed and weighted so the nose of the lure
bounces off rocks and other underwater bottom structures. The
lure is available with a 2/0 hook for saltwater species and is
available in three sizes, the Tiny Terror Eyze, the Original
version, and the Big One.
How to Fish It
The Terror Eyze has caught almost every fish that swims in
one part of the country or another including stripers, bluefish,
fluke, sea trout, bonito, albacore and many others. Its design
causes the lure start to vibrate and create a swimming motion
as soon as the lure is retrieved back towards you.
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The Terror Eyze was specifically
designed to be fished in four feet of
water or deeper. In shallow water you
have to reel the bait in much faster
to keep it off the bottom.
When fishing in deeper water,
like standing on a dock, a pier, from
a breachway or in a boat, cast the lure
out and let it slowly sink and fall to
the bottom. And then begin a steady
retrieve with a slight twitching of the
rod tip to make it jump and hop.
Twitch, twitch, reel and keep
repeating that cadence. This is all
that’s needed to make fish strike the lure.
This lure shines in swift currents, especially around bridges
and piers. Tie off to one of the abutments or anchor close and
cast as close as you can to the bridge
structure. Use a 3/8th ounce Terror
Eyze and cast up current allowing the
jig to fall to the bottom. Make sure you
keep all the slack out of your line as
many hits will come as the jig is falling.
Allow the current to sweep the bait past
the boat while allowing the lure to
bounce the bottom. As it passes the
boat, you need to feed the lure some
line so it maintains contact with the
bottom otherwise the jig will begin to
rise up towards the surface.
The Terror Eyze works very well against rocky shoreline
structure when the water is dropping and there is a sharp dropoff close by. The jig will take it to the bottom where the bigger
fish are patrolling looking for food and a quick meal.
When fishing for bonito or false albacore cast ahead of the
school or to the side and let it sink down below the school. As
the school approaches or moves, begin a fast, quick retrieve.
Once the fish locate this small lure the strikes are arm wrenching.
To rig up, it’s best to use a loop knot to tie to your main line.
It also works the best on braid. It comes in 43 different color
combinations so you will likely find one that you like or need
for almost condition.
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 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.
nth.....
This mo
Whelks
Colloquial Nicknames: Channeled Whelk, Knobbed Whelk • Scientific Names: Busycon canaliculatum, Busycon carica
Field Markings: The shell of
both species is yellow-red or
orange inside and pale gray
outside.
Size: Channeled whelk grows
up to 8 inches long; Knobbed
whelk grows up to 9 inches long
and 4.5 inches wide
Habitat: Sandy or muddy
bottoms
Season: Year-round
Distinguishing Features
and Behaviors
Whelks are large snails with
massive shells. The two most
common species in Narragansett
Bay are the knobbed whelk and
the channeled whelk.
The knobbed whelk is the
largest marine snail in the Bay. It is pear-shaped with a flared
outer lip and knobs on the shoulder of its shell. The channeled
whelk is generally smaller and has spiral lines instead of knobs
deeply channeled on its shell.
Both species of whelk have an operculum - a hard, brownishblack, shell-like organ used to close the opening of the shell for
protection. The feeding organ is called the proboscis, which
includes the mouth, esophagus and radula. Whelks use the
radula, a drill-like organ with small teeth, for grasping either flesh
or plants. Whelks also have a long, tubular siphon, which they
use to draw in oxygenated water.
Both whelk species are aggressive predators, preying on
other invertebrates, particularly clams. They feed by prying a
gap between the two valves of the clam and forcing the shell
open with their strong muscular foot. As soon as the valves
open, even the tiniest amount,
the whelk wedges in the sharp
edge of its shell, inserts the
proboscis and devours the soft
body of the clam.
Mating occurs by way of
internal fertilization; sexes are
separate. The egg casing of the
whelk is a long strand of
yellowish, parchment-like disks,
resembling a necklace - its
unique shape is sculpted by the
whelk’s foot. Egg cases can be
two to three feet long and have
70 to 100 capsules, each of
which can hold 20 to 100 eggs.
Newly hatched channeled
whelks escape from small holes
at the top of each egg case with
their shells already on. Egg cases are sometimes found along
the Bay shoreline, washed up with the high tide debris.
Relationship to People
Both channeled and knobbed whelks scavenge and hunt for
food and are often found in crab traps and lobster pots,
presumably stealing the bait.
Whelks are a favored food in the Northeast and are harvested
all along the Atlantic coast. Scungili, a popular Italian dish, is
made from the foot of both species of whelk.
HOW TO GET YOUR OWN COPY
RISAA members can purchase their own copy of The
Uncommon Guide To Common Life on Narragansett Bay
for $15 from the RISAA Merchandise Committee. Stop by
the committee table at any monthly RISAA meeting.
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
The Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association is a member
organization of the International Game Fish Association
Entertainment News
ONLINE SURVEY
I would like to thank all 170 members who took part in our
online survey. The results are in and the Entertainment
Committee is reviewing the results.
We received a good percentage of folks who would be
interested in a pig roast this September, so your committee will
start making plans .
Also there were mixed responses on the day trips, but
enough favorable votes that at one or more trips will be planned.
On the “Any Other Suggestions” section, several of our
members suggested a clambake, as well as a few other good
events. A few of you suggested such things as mud wrestling
and other comical ideas. We will take all of your suggestions
under advisement and get back to you.
KIDS FISHING DAY
On yet another issue remember to reserve Saturday, June
18 for Take-A-Kid Fishing Day. We really need all the help we
can get with things like serving food and helping out with the
kids. I look forward to see you there.
COMMITTEE TO MEET
The Entertainment Committee is next scheduled to meet on
May 25 to go over final plans for Kids Fishing Day and to begin
planning our fall events.
If any member would like to join our committee, you can
contact me at lynn@risaa.org or by calling the RISAA office at
401-826-2121.
Did you know? *
• The USA discards 1 million tons of fish for the 3.7 tons of
fish landed annually.
• The Gulf of Mexico shrimp
fishery has nearly 5 pounds of
by-catch for every pound of
shrimp landed.
• The south Atlantic shrimp
fishery has nearly 3 pounds of
by-catch for every pound of fish
harvested.
Shrimp trawler
• The northeast groundfish fishery has nearly 3 pounds of bycatch for every pound of fish harvested.
• The Hawaiian swordfish
long-line fishery catches
nearly 17 sharks for every
1,000 hooks set and retains
0.2% of the total caught.
Swordfish
• During the 1950’s
through the 1970’s
northern bluefin tuna
(Thunnus thyunnus)
gained between 7 and
10% of their body weight
per month on the
northwest
feeding
grounds. Recent studies
show that’s no longer the case.
Bluefin tuna
*Published in the IGFA International Angler
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292 Broadway
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This recipe was sent in by
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john@repoza.com
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Cod Fish Chowder
John M. Repoza, BA, GRI
Broker, fisherman, artist
Member
1. Render (melt down) - diced salt pork, bacon or choricio (I
used salt pork 8oz)
2. Add 1 diced onion. Cook until soft.
3. Add flour to make a Roux (thickened mixture). Cook 10
minutes on low, and scrape the bottom with a wooden spoon
to get all the pork fat
4. Add 1 handful of frozen corn (optional)
ATTENTION MARINE DEALERS
The Cod Stock
1. Take the bones and heads from 3 small cod, washed and
rinsed well to get all the blood and gills out.
2. Roast them in the oven at a very high temp until just barely
cooked with some onion and celery or leeks. Let cool and
pick off all the good meat and save.
RISAA members are your customers
Advertise in the RISAA monthly
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Night Fishing
Striped Bass
Combine
1. Take the bones and liquid and pour into a stock pot, cover
with water and bring to a boil. Let simmer for 1/2-1 hour and
then strain. I get approximately 3+ qts of stock.
2. Refridge, freeze and cryovac the leftovers for later use.
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Game
Surf fishing
from
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Fishing Charters
make
GREAT GIFTS
Chowder
1. Take about 2 qts of stock and bring to a boil. Add 2 diced
potatoes and simmer for 10-15 minutes depending on the size
of the potatoes.
2. Add the stock and potatoes back to the roux mixture, stir
with a whisk so there are no lumps.
3. In the cod stock pot heat 1 point of milk, half & half, or
heavy cream
4. Stir this into the soup and add the cod that was picked from
the bones.
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 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
people need not be, but preference
given to RISAA members.
Photos of New England sunrises or
sunsets, ocean views, light houses,
etc. The marine environment should
be part of the image.
Photos of R.I. fishing locations, with
or without anglers, unposed, etc.
4 Winners In Each Category
• One Grand Prize
• 3 Honorable Mention
Grand Prize “Prized Catch”
Okuma Cedros CJ55S
Grand Prize “Scenic New England”
Fin-Nor Ahab 12
Grand Prize “Rhode Island Fishing”
Penn Power Graph V
4000 graphite
Winning photos will be
published in the RISAA
newsletter and web site
PHOTO CONTEST RULES
R Only color digital submissions are accepted.
R Submissions scanned from photographs are
accepted.
R Every image submitted must be accompanied
by the following information:
• Member/photographer’s name, address
and phone
• Names of person(s) in photo
• Date and location where taken
• Other information to describe the scene
R The contest is open only to “Regular” adult
members in good standing of the Rhode Island
Saltwater Anglers Association.
R Images will be judged on originality, technical
excellence, composition, overall impact and
artistic merit.
R Members may submit a maximum of three (3)
photos per category during this contest.
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R Images must be formatted to a minimum of
72 dpi and no smaller than 450 by 338 pixels.
R Images should be submitted in JPG (at high
quality) or TIFF format.
R Submission of an entry constitutes
agreement to allow photographs to be
reproduced, published and/or exhibited by the
Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association
with the right to publish your name, city and
state in print or other media in connection
with the photo contest.
R Submissions shall be sent as an e-mail
attachment to: editor@risaa.org or by mail to:
RISAA, P.O. Box 1465, Coventry, RI 02816
Submission Deadline:
September 1, 2011
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
AFFILIATED
ORGANIZATIONS
The Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association (RISAA) believes in the sensible management of
fisheries and the conservation and restoration of all marine resources. RISAA has accepted a leadership role in order to provide a unified voice to preserve and protect the rights, traditions and future of
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
Coalition
Anglers
Blue Water
Anglers
Bowling Green
Fishing Club
Bristol County
Striper Club
Buzzards Bay
Fishing Club
Buckeye Brook
Coalition
CT/RI Coastal
Fly Fishers
Galilee
Tuna Club
Connecticut
Surfcasters Assoc.
East Greenwich
Yacht Club
East Bay
Anglers
Galilee
Tuna Club
Jamestown
Striper Club
Massachusetts
Beach Buggy Assoc.
Massachusetts
Striped Bass Assoc.
Narragansett Pier
Sportfishing Assoc.
Narragansett
Salt Water
Fishing Club
Narragansett
Surfcasters
Newport Cty Salt
Water Fishing Club
Ocean State
Surfcasters
Pioneer Valley
Boat & Surf Club
Princeton
Fishing Team
R. I. Marine
Trades Assoc.
R. I. Mobile
Sportfishermen
R. I. Party &
Charter Boat Assoc.
Slater Mill
Fishing Club
St. John’s
Fishing Club
United Fly Tyers of
Rhode Island
Weekapaug
Surfcasters
Old Colony
Amphibians
Rhody
Fly Rodders
Rhody
Fly Rodders
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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Member
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
CLASSIFIEDS
FOR
SALE
RISAA members may place free non-commercial classified ads with photo for three months.
All items must be fishing, boating or marine related. Send ad info to editor@risaa.org or mail to RISAA office.
Non-members and commercial: $5 per ad, per issue. Mail ad with check to RISAA, 6 Arnold Rd, Coventry, RI 02816
BOATS FOR SALE
BOATS FOR SALE
ON SITE COOKING
16' Lund aluminum boat, 2006 with 2007 15HP
4 stroke Suzuki and 2007 Load Rite trailer.
Extras. All with 10 hrs use. Prime condition.
$4,000. Call 401-447-0052 or 401-624-606
--------------------------------------------------------19' Stingray 190RS, 1999 with 135HP Merc I/
O, low hrs, GPS, depth/FF, AM/FM, boat covers,
water tube w/
ropes. Incl alum
trailer, spare tire &
carrier. Indoor
heated storage
past 6 yrs. $6,500. Call Jim at 508-446-5803
---------------------------------------------------------
23' Mako WA, 1990. 2009 200HP Yamaha. Less
than 100 hrs. Garmin GPS/fishfinder and trailer
included. New from steering wheel to engine.
Very good fishing boat, needs nothing, fish
today. Selling due to lack of time for boat. Trailer
included. $13,500 OBO. Call 401-301-2059 ask
for Keith
-------------------------------------------------------28’ Grady White Sailfish, 2002. Price reduced!
Loaded w/custom hardtop, encl, auto pilot, radar,
gps chart, fishfinder, windlass, twin Yamaha 225
4 strokes, low hrs.
These boats are
known for their
quality, sea worthiness and value.
Ready to fish now.
$59, 900. Call Mike at 401-647-7202.
-------------------------------------------------------29' Wellcraft 290 Coastal, 2005. Twin 225
Yamaha 4 stroke OBs w/only 148 hrs. Garmin
2210 color chart plotter, Furuno FCV-585 color
fish finder,
Furuno
1715 radar,
Icom VHF.
Has 99% of
the factory
options
including a generator. $85,000. Trailer available.
Call Mark at 401-474-3363
Seascape Clamboils, etc. Will gather all
necessary, freshest ingredients, prepare them, then
cook and serve them at your site. Check out our
brochure and menu at www.seascapecharter.com
or call 1-877-646-3474. Special: 10% discout to
RISAA members PLUS we will match your
discount amount and it will be donated to the
RISAA Foundation.
19' Wahoo 1900 Center Console, 1997 w/115
HP Merc, 1998,
60 gal fuel, live
bait well, SW
wash-down,
VHF
radio,
Hummingbird
FF/GPS, E-Z Load trailer. $6,500 OBO. Call
Dave at 774-278-1561
--------------------------------------------------------22' Blue Fin Pro Fish 220, 2005. 225 Mercury
Optimax w/smartcraft gauges and 140 hrs on a
bracket. 2007 Venture aluminum bunk trailer.
New curtains,
new Furuno
r a d a r ,
outriggers,
color GPS and
FF. Everything
new, engine
flushed after every use since installed. Asking
$19,000 OBO. E-mail Don@designbuilt.net or
401-769-0596
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WANTED TO BUY
Seeking an Active Rhode Island Commercial
fishing license, PEL for restricted finfish,
stripers, flounder, fluke, etc. Will purchase boat
and accessories that go with license and willing
to meet going rate. Contact Guy at 401-9325479 or guylato@verizon.net
NEWSLETTER DEADLINES
Articles and submissions for the RISAA
newsletter must be received by the 20th for
the next month's publication. Items received
after this date will be held until the following
month.
DON'T FORGET TO GIVE US
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
Poacher arrest update...
Massachusetts Man Pleads to Illegal Striped Bass Fishing
in Point Judith
Reeves admits to catching more than the legally allowed limit of striped bass.
By Stephen Greenwell
A Massachusetts man was ordered to pay fines after pleading
no contest in Washington County Superior Court to charges of
over-fishing striped bass in Point Judith.
Albert W. Reeves, 47, of 254 Winthrop St., Rehoboth,
MA, pleaded no contest on April 12 to Rhode Island Department
of Environmental Management Police charges of selling seafood
without a license and violating DEM rules.
Superior Court Associate Justice Jeffrey A. Lanphear ordered
Reeves to pay $1,000 in fines and $135 in assessments.
According to RIDEM police reports included in court records,
Reeves was arrested after an undercover investigation at the
Point Judith boat ramp. Police said they had received complaints
from other fishermen about Reeves overfishing.
Police said in August 2010, they did a spot check of Reeves’
boat. An initial search of his boat revealed just eight striped bass,
which is within the legal limit – Reeves claimed that he had been
fishing with three other people, and state law allows two fish per
person.
However, additional searching by police revealed that there
was a hidden compartment underneath Reeves’ main fish storage
box. Police found an additional 11 bass there, with the total
weight of 19 bass coming in at 435 pounds.
According to police, when they found the hidden
compartment, Reeves said, “You got me.” Police said the search
of Reeves’ boat also revealed receipts for striped bass sales to
fish wholesalers in Massachusetts.
Police said the bass was confiscated and donated to the Amos
House in Providence. The Amos House is a non-profit social
services agency that helps the homeless and poor of Rhode Island.
Stephen Greenwill is Editor of the Narragansett Patch.
See www.narragansett.patch.com
Editors’ Note: According to Jennifer Ogren, DEM
Enforcement Administrative Court Officer, Reeves
boat was also seized by the Department of Homeland
Security, Immigration & Customs enforcement
becuase of the hidden compartment. A hearing on
that seizure is still pending.
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
Easter Sunday Toggin
by Rick Sustello
My brother was visiting me for Easter, so while he was here,
I got him and Lary Norin to help me paint the bottom of my Grady
White down at Lockwood's Marina on Thursday. On Friday, my
brother and I retrieved my Boston Whaler from
Lary's Rock Climbing gym where he allows me
to store it for the winter. Saturday was a
washout and we finally fixed my trailer light
connection on my SUV and put the battery in
'Severance' (which is still for sale) and fueled
her up and she fired right up.
The weather was great, so I called Lary
and we decided to get in a couple of Easter
Sunday hours of fishing in. We scurried up
our equipment and checked where we could
buy some crabs so we didn't need to drive to
Point Judith to get some of my crabs that we
kept from last December (we still have over
100 crabs in the traps).
It took a bit more time until I could find my
new RI boat registration to take along with me. I called Erickson's
and they said they had crabs and were open on Easter Sunday
until 4 pm. (please note: that's three RI business plugs so far and
I haven't gotten to the fishing!). We grabbed the crabs on the
way to Wilson Park boat ramp.
We were in the water by 3:30 pm and down to Jamestown
Bridge soon after. Water temps were 47 to 50 degrees with an
outgoing tide. Within 20 minutes I had the first and only tog of
the day, a 18.5" male on a half of a green crab on a bottom rig.
I attribute this fortune to having my RI
fishing license AND my RI drivers license
(photo ID) securely in my possession in my
dry box with my cell phone.
Lary, on the other hand, leaves his RI
driver’s license in his car. My brother bought
his non-resident RI saltwater license online
before we left, BUT only had his PA drivers
license in his possession. Neither one had a
decent bite.
CLEARLY this proves that having BOTH
the RI saltwater license AND the RI Driver’s
License as positive ID produces MORE fish
than no RI ID at all.
I hope this holds true for the rest of the
season.
(Sorry, I couldn't resist the politics, but this IS a real fishing
report, so Steve has to print it.)
On the other hand, the luck could be with the great boat,
'Severance', which I will be using up the bay until 'Stewie' is in
the water in a couple of weeks. Maybe, I'll keep her too.
Careful Catch and Release Guidelines for Atlantic Highly Migratory Species
NOAA Fisheries Service has developed a
brochure that provides guidelines on how to
increase the survival of hook-and-line caught,
large pelagic species.
The objectives of careful catch and release
include reducing stress and minimizing injury
to a fish caught on hook-and-line, and
assisting in its recovery prior to release. These
objectives are especially challenging for large
highly migratory species such as tuna,
swordfish, and sharks, because of the size and
potentially dangerous features (e.g., teeth and
swords) of these species. The brochure provides
guidelines for careful catch and release in four topic
areas: planning ahead, gear, play and handling,
and release and revival.
The information in this brochure will assist
anglers in following NOAA Fisheries regulations,
which require that any Atlantic highly migratory
species that is caught and released, be released in a
manner that maximizes its probability of survival. The
survival of a released fish today will help lead to
healthy stocks for future harvest.
A copy of the brochure may be obtain online at
www.nmfs.noaa.gov/sfa/hms/
and click on the brochure to download it, or call
301-713-2347.
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
2011 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Executive Director..........
President..............................
1st Vice President............
2nd Vice President...........
Secretary..............................
Treasurer..............................
Sergeant-At-Arms.............
Board Member.................
Board Member....................
Board Member....................
Board Member.....................
Board Member....................
Board Member....................
Stephen Medeiros...............steve@risaa.org..................401-826-2121
Stephen Medeiros...............steve@risaa.org................ 401-826-2121
Capt. Richard Hittinger....... hittinger@risaa.org............ 401-739-1875
Capt. Bruce Getchell........... getchell@risaa.org............ 401-742-1129
Curt Caserta......................... caserta@risaa.org............. 401-667-0123
Capt. Edwin Cook............... cook@risaa.org................. 401-885-0679
Mark Paparelli..................... markp@risaa.org................ 401-884-6724
George Allen........................ allen@risaa.org................... 401-849-4896
Robert Blasi..........................blasi@risaa.org.................. 401-527-5157
Charles Bradbury.................bradbury@risaa.org............401-647-5305
Capt. Edward Kearney........ ejk@risaa.org.................... 401-397-4513
William Sosnicki.................. sosnicki@risaa.org............ 401-822-2979
Michael Warner................... warner@risaa.org............... 401-364-0027
COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS
Artificial Reefs............................. Capt. Richard Hittinger...... hittinger@risaa.org............ 401-739-1875
Boat & Fishing Shows................ Capt. Mike Warner............. warner@risaa.org............... 401-364-0027
By-Laws..........................................Robert Blasi........................ blasi@risaa.org................... 401-527-5157
Charities........................................ Joan Bradbury..................... charities@risaa.org ........... 401-647-5305
Charter Trips................................ Peter O'Biso......................... charters@risaa.org..............401-783-2364
Dealer Discount Coordinator..... David Westfall.................... westfall@risaa.org............. 401-270-1822
Education........................................Capt. Ed Kearney............... ejk@risaa.org..................... 401-397-4513
Elections.........................................Gary Perschau.................... gary@risaa.org................... 401-828-3464
Entertainment............................... Lynn Medeiros................... lynn@risaa.org.....................401-996-3308
Fly Fishing.................................... David Porreca..................... flyfishing@risaa.org.......... 401-392-1919
Foundation..................................... Capt. Michael Warner........ warner@risaa.org............... 401-364-0027
Fund-Raising.................................Linton Wilder...................... wilder@risaa.org ................401-828-7795
Historian........................................ Position open...................... .....................................................................
Junior Activities........................... Robert LeBlanc................... juniors@risaa.org............... 401-884-0503
Kayak..............................................David Pollack...................... dpollipo@cox.net............... 401-749-5379
Legislative..................................... George Allen....................... allen@risaa.org................... 401-849-4896
Membership...................................Capt. Edward Kearney...... ejk@risaa.org...................... 401-397-4513
Menhaden.......................................Capt. Ed Cook..................... edcookcharters@cox.net.. 401-885-0679
Merchandise..................................William Sosnicki................. sosnicki@risaa.org.............401-822-2979
Political Action PAC.................... Stephen Medeiros............. steve@risaa.org................. 401-826-2121
Newsletter...................................... Stephen Medeiros............. editor@risaa.org...................401-826-2121
Public Access................................ Robert Moeller................... moeller@risaa.org.............. 401-884-0117
401-826-2121
Saltwater Fishing Show.............. Stephen Medeiros.............. steve@risaa.org
Scholarship................................... Curt Caserta........................ caserta@risaa.org.............. 401-667-0123
Striper Cup.................................... David Westfall.................... westfall@risaa.org............. 401-270-1822
Surfcasters....................................Robert Moeller.................... moeller@risaa.org...............401-884-0117
Tag & Release...............................William Sosnicki................. sosnicki@risaa.org.............401-822-2979
Tournaments................................. Mark Paparelli..................... markp@risaa.org................ 401-884-6724
Legal Counsel to Board of Directors..... Mitchell Riffkin, Esq
Liason to Recreational Fishing Alliance....... Douglas MacPherson
RISAA Office: (401) 826-2121
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FAX: (401) 826-3546
Internet: WWW.RISAA.ORG
New England Saltwater Fishing Show: www.nesaltwatershow.com
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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
Advanced Trolling For Saltwater Fish (49) James Marsh
Art of Castnet Throwing (103) Warren Wheeler
Atlantic Giants: The Ultimate Bluefin (75) Dennis Braid
Atlantic Speedsters: Atlantic Bonito/Little Tunny (3)
Back To Basics: Finding The Spot (92) Bennett Marine
Back To Basics: Nearshore Fishing (90) Bennett Marine
Back To Basics: Offshore Fishing (89) Bennett Marine
Basic Saltwater Fly Tying (46) Jamie Dickinson
Better Half of Fishing: How-To Fish For Women (102)
Boating Basics For First Time Boaters (4) Bennett
Bottom Fishing Techniques Vol 1 - (61) James Marsh
Bottom Fishing Techniques Vol 2 - (62) James Marsh
Cast Netting For Live Bait (5) Capt. Al Lorenzetti
Catch Big Fish from Small Boats (97) Bennett Marine
Challenge Of The Giant Tarpon - (87)
Chunking For Stripers & Blues -Capt. John Alberda (6)
Coast Guard License: Advanced Piloting (59)
Dolphin- Yellow & Green Fighting Machine (51)
Fiberglass Repair: Part 1 - The basics(76)
Fiberglass Repair: Part 2 - Transom repair (77)
Fiberglass Repair: Part 3 - Add foam, gelcoat repair (78)
Fiberglass Repair: Part 4 - Restoring a 20' Runabout (79)
Fiberglass Repair Made Easy - Two vol set (37/38)
Fishing For Bluefish (7) Capt. Al Lorenzetti
Fishing For Sharks (27) The Fisherman Video Library
Fishing For Striped Bass: Live Bait- (9) A. Lorenzetti
Fishing For Trophy Striped Bass (96) Capt. Al Lorenzetti
Fishing Knots (55) James Marsh
Fluke Fishing (10) Capt. Al Lorenzetti
Fluke Fishing: Improving Your Catch (11) D.Kamienski
Fly Fishing Success: Dry Fly Strategy (82) Joe Humphries
Fly Fishing Success: Nymphing Strategy (83) Joe Humphries
Fly Rodding For Tarpon - Leisure Time Products (84)
GPS Navigation (13) Bennett Marine
Handling Your Single Engine Inboard/Outboard (14)
Haul Out (64) Stuart Riddell
Heavy Weather Powerboat Handling (36)
How To Cast With A Saltwater Fly Rod (35) Dr. Jim Wright
How To Catch Bait Fish (53) J. Marsh
How To Catch Bluefish (15) Dr. Jim Wright
How to Catch Flounder (33) Dr Jim Wright
How to Catch Sharks (52) Dr. Jim Wright
How To Catch Striped Bass (16) Dr. Jim Wright
How To Catch Striped Bass: Tube & Worm (99) Jon Tolley
How To Catch Tautog (17) -Dr. Jim Wright
How To Catch Tuna (34) -Dr Jim Wright
How To Filet Saltwater Fish (45) Dr. Jim Wright
How To Get The Hook Out Without Pain - (47) Dr. J.Goldey
How To Paint Your Fiberglass Boat (65)
How To Rig Your Boat For Fishing (56)
How To Troll The Way The Pros Do (18) Dr. Jim Wright
How To Wire Line Troll (31) Dr. Jim Wright
Ice Fishing: The Cure For Cabin Fever (28) Babe Winkelman
Interfacing Marine Electronics - (68S) John Owen
Kayak Capsize Recovery & Rescue (101)
Let's Go Saltwater Fishing - Beginner's Guide (19)
Lures & Sinkers: Do It Yourself (29) VanSant Productions
Marine Diesel Engine Maintenance (43) Bennett Marine
Marine Gas Engine Maintenance (20) Bennett Marine
Marine Plumbing, Do-It-Yourself (50)
Nothing But Bass (69) 3-DVD set. Northeast Angling
Nothing But Blackfish (57) 2-DVD set. Northeast Angling
Nothing But Fluke (58) 2-DVD set. Northeast Angling
Nothing But Sharks (70) Northeast Angling
On The Water's Fishing New England: Season 1 (93)
On The Water's Fishing New England: Season 1 (94)
Outboard Marine Engine Maintenance (63) Bennett
Pop Fleyes: Saltwater Patterns (85) Bob Popovics
Powerboat Navigation (67) 1988, John Rousmaniere
Reef & Wreck Fishing (21) Capt. Al Lorenzetti
Rigging Baits For Giant Bluefin (66) Capt. G. Metcalf
Rod Building Basics (02 DVD) Steve Petri
Saltwater Flycasting: 10 Steps To Distance & Power (86) G. Roberts
Secrets of the Party Boat Captains (71) Capt. Neil Delanoy
Spring Commissioning & Winterizing Your Boat (22)
Stand Up To A Giant Bluefin (12) Dennis Braid
Stripers Gone Wild (42) Mike Laptew
Stripers In Paradise (23) Mike Laptew
Striper Magic (24) Mike Laptew
Striper Strategies: Freshwater Hybrid Stripers (95) In-Fisherman
Surf Fishing & Distance Casting (81) Ron Arra
Surf Fishing with T.J. & Joe (44)
Top 60 Tips Saltwater - Southern Waters (100)
Trailering Your Boat - John Owens (80)
Trolling For Bass and Blues (41) Capt. Al Lorenzetti
Trophy Fluke Fishing (25) Capt. Charlie Nappi
Tuna, Tuna, Tuna (48) James Marsh
Twin Engine Powerboat Handling (40) Bennett Marine
Understanding Fish & How to Catch Them (74) Laptew/Kregh
Using Downriggers To Catch Saltwater Fish (32)
U.S. Power Squadron Boating Course (60)
Varnishing Made Easy (54)
When Fish Won't Bite (91)
Winterizing Your Boat (26) see also Spring Commissioning
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MENHADEN DECLINE AFFECTS STRIPERS (from page 1)
Within the Chesapeake Bay, striped bass growth decreased,
10”), about 43% of the total numbers
a significant percentage of striped bass have mycobacterial
landed, were harvested in the lower
infections and striped bass natural mortality rates have risen.
bay and nearby coastal waters by Omega Protein. These
Diminishing striped bass numbers culminated in threatened
immature menhaden are crucial to the diet of the Bay’s
species status in the upper Bay in 1984 and a fishing moratorium
malnourished 16” to 24” striped bass and are supposed to be
in 1985.
protected according to ASMFC’s ecological objectives in their
In 1990 the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission
Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Atlantic Menhaden.
(ASMFC), which is responsible for the management of
This study revealed that large numbers of striped bass greater
menhaden and striped bass, partially reopened the fishery in state
than 28”, predominately females, which historically migrated
waters and in 1995 declared striped bass fully recovered. Within
from summer habitat in New England waters during the fall to
the upper Bay a harvest cap was imposed for
feeding grounds in coastal ocean waters off
the first time and the 14” minimum size was
Virginia and North Carolina, now arrive in the
raised to 18” (4-5 years of age). This size limit
upper Bay during late fall and remain through
protected more than 90% of immature female
the spring spawning season – a previously
striped bass which historically emigrated to
undocumented event.
coastal waters and became ocean residents
This study also documented a significant
before reaching 18”; only re-entering the
increase in the population of immature female
Chesapeake Bay on spring spawning migrations
striped bass in the upper Bay during October
after reaching maturity at age 6 or older. Within
through December of 2010. These females
ocean waters the minimum size was set at 28”
represented 25% of striped bass in the 18” to
to allow most females to spawn at least once
24” range; two times higher than the 12%
before reaching harvest size. These actions
average in 2008 & 2009 and four times higher
resulted in a greatly expanded striped bass
than the 6% average in 2006 & 2007. Immature
population, and intensified feeding on
females in this size range normally inhabit ocean
menhaden and adult bay anchovy in ocean
waters and are protected by the 28” minimum
waters.
size limit. However, within the Chesapeake
During the early 1990s, coincidental with
Bay, immature female striped bass greater than
burgeoning striped bass predation on menhaden
18” can be harvested by recreational and
and bay anchovy, adult menhaden were severely
commercial fisheries.
The menhaden decline has
overfished off New England concurrent with
Diet analyses, body fat indices and the
contributed to the decline of
intensive fishing by the purse seine reduction
unprecedented shift in established feeding
striped bass like this 26.25 lb
fishery (large scale harvest of fish for processing
patterns by migratory striped bass indicate that
strriper that Junior Member
into products such a fish oil and meal) in the
menhaden and bay anchovy are severely
Virginia section of the Chesapeake Bay (lower Chase Simao landed last depleted on their coastal feeding grounds.
Bay) and in ocean areas from New Jersey to August. This fish helped Chase Consequently, migratory striped bass that overto win the Junior Division of the winter in the Chesapeake Bay are competing
North Carolina.
The Omega Protein Corporation currently August Bluefish/Striper Combo with resident striped bass for menhaden of all
owns and operates the only remaining Tournament
sizes.
menhaden reduction fishery. This fishery, the
ASMFC decisions that address menhaden
largest on the Atlantic coast, competes with striped bass, fish
overfishing must also resolve the fundamental problem –
eating birds and many marine predators. During 2009 and 2010,
ecological depletion of Atlantic menhaden in the Chesapeake
approximately 500 million young, immature menhaden (less than
Bay and Atlantic Ocean.
Now you can find
RISAA on
1. Go to www.facebook.com
2. Seach for Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association
3. When it comes up, click
Stripers, Tautogs,
Cod, Sharks,Tuna
Capt. Mike Neto
28' Ocean Runner
(401) 573-FISH
Member
up to 4 anglers
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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
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Massasoit Tool Company.........800-648-6050
Member: Jim Jaques (East Greenwich, RI)
Stock/distribute 3M coated abrasives
ACCOUNTING
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Disanto, Priest & Co................401-921-2035
Member: Raymond Marchak (Warwick, RI)
www.disantopriest.com
ATTORNEYS
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Henry M. Clinton, Esq.............215-851-8536
Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC
Philadelphia, PA hclinton@eckertseamans.com
Michael R. DeLuca, Esq...........401-274-6644
Gidley, Sarli & Marusak, L.L.P.
1 Turks Head Pl, Ste 900,Providence,RI 02903
Raymond E. Gallison, Esq........508-677-4235
427 Plymouth Avenue, Fall River, MA 02721
Mitchell S. Riffkin, Esq...........401-732-6500
631 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, RI 02886
Joseph J. Roszkowski, Esq.......401-769-3447
Justice of the Peace
1625 Diamond Hill Rd, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Sammartino & Berg..............401-274-0113
Member: Andrew Berg, Esq. (Providence, RI)
AUTO BODY/REPAIR
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A & N Auto Body Inc.......508-336-5334
Member: Thomas Clark (Seekonk, MA)
32 Industrial Ct, Seekonk, MA
AUTOMOTIVE
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Moore’s Motor Service......401-821-4050
Member: Clarence Moore (Coventry, RI)
487 Washington St, Coventry, RI
Newport Tire & Auto Service....401-847-1234
Member: Capt. Paul Russell (Newport, RI)
Total auto repairs and tires
RC Auto Repair..........................401-615-9924
Member: Raymond Vincent, Jr. (Coventry, RI)
General auto repair. 10% off labor to members.
Star Service Auto/Marine.........401-821-9887
Member: Jay Starziano (Coventry, RI)
10% discount parts/labor to RISAA members
BAIT & TACKLE
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Block Island Fishworks......401-466-5392
Member: Chris Willi (Block Island, RI)
10% off bait/tackle to RISAA members
Breachway Bait & Tackle..........401-364-6407
Member: Ron Mouchon (Charlestown, RI)
Discount to RISAA members
Bucko’s Parts + Tackle..............508-674-7900
Member: Michael Bucko (Fall River, MA)
Saltwater rods, reels, tackle, reel & rod repair
Cardinal Bait & Tackle.............401-322-7297
Member: Michael Cardinal (Westerly, RI)
www.cardinalbaitandtackle.com
Erickson’s Bait & Tackle...........401-739-7437
Member: Craig Castro (Warwick, RI)
1257 Greenwich Avenue, Warwick
Frank’s Live Bait.......................860-295-9659
Member: Capt. John Planeta (Marlborough,CT)
19 West Road - www.frankslivebait.com
Galilee Bait & Tackle................401-651-9600
Member: Mike Comerford & Duane Sousa
2 State Street, Narragansett, RI
Lucky Bait & Tackle..................401-247-2223
Member: Lorraine Danti (Warren, RI)
www.luckybait.com discount to RISAA members
Quaker Lane Bait & Tackle.....401-294-9642
Member: Mike Bestwick (North Kingstown, RI)
4019 Quaker Lane, North Kingstown
Quonny Bait & Tackle..............401-315-2330
Member: Robin Nash (Charlestown, RI)
5223B Old Post Road, Charlestown, RI
River & Riptide Anglers............401-392-1919
Member: David Porreca (Coventry, RI)
2435 Nooseneck Hill Rd #4A, Coventry, RI
Snug Harbor Marina.................401-783-7766
Member: Al Conti (Wakefield, RI)
www.snugharbormarina.com
Sportsman’s Outfitter..............508-823-0412
Member: Richard Gunter (Berkley, MA)
The Tackle Box..........................401-736-0605
Member: Greg Bruning (Warwick,RI)
443 West Shore Rd, Warwick, RI
Wickford Rodworks................401-667-7363
Member: Robert Barlas (Wickford, RI)
7 Main St, Wickford wickfordrodworks.com
BLUEPRINTS
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Rhode Island Blueprints..........401-942-3225
Member: Paul Kelly (Cranston, RI)
335 Webster Avenue, Cranston, RI
BOATING NEWS
_
BoatingLocal.com.....................508-789-6708
Member: Tom Richardson (Mattapoisett, MA)
www.boatinglocal.com Boating/fishing website
BOAT SALES
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Bassett Boat Company..............401-886-7899
Member: Derek Leigh (Warwick, RI)
www.bassettboat.com Derek@bassettboat.com
Brewer Street Boat Sales..........401-847-0321
Member: Jay Helme (Newport, RI)
Blue Fin Sport Fishing Boats/Suzuki Outboards
Cataumet Boats.........................401-245-5222
Member: Jack McMath (Barrington, RI)
Grady White, Carolina Skiff, Chris Craft
Conanicut Marine.....................401-423-7158
Member: Gene Steger (Jamestown, RI)
Wellcraft Boats - www.conanicutmarina.com
Inland Marine, Inc.....................401-568-0995
Member: Ross Lemieux (Chepachet, RI)
Boat sales, service and repairs
Ocean House Marina................401-364-6040
Member: Rob Lyons (Charlestown, RI)
Hydra-Sports, Steiger Craft, Maritime Skiff
Ocean Scout Marine................401-886-3054
Member: Greg Vandersip (Bristol, RI)
www.OceanScoutMarine.com
South Shore Dry Dock Marine.508-636-9790
Member: Capt. Jason Powell (Westport, MA)
www.southshoredrydock.com
Wood Boat & Motor, Inc............401-739-4040
Member: Debbie Wood (Warwick,RI)
www.woodboatandmotor.com
CARPENTRY
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KMD Custom Woodworking....401-639-8140
Member: Keith Breault (Warwick, RI)
Kitchen cabinets, home office, entertain cntrs
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Leigh Betts Carpentry.............401-213-6452
Member: Leigh Betts (Bradford, RI)
Everything from framing to finish work
CARPET CLEANING
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Clean Rite Carpet Cleaning...401-788-0932
Member: Rod Raso (Wakefield, RI)
Carpet/upholstery, residential/comm/yachts
CHARTS - DECORATIVE
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Harbour Lights.........................860-933-2810
Member: Carl Welshman (Danielson, CT)
www.lightedcharts.com - RISAA discount
COFFEE - WHOLESALE
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Coffee Pause..............................800-444-1488
Member: David Fuller (RI/MA)
www.coffeepause.com - Big selection of K-cups
COMPUTERS
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Computer & Network Services.. 401- 921-4288
Member: Bob LeBlanc (Warwick, RI)
10% off all labor; $25 off complete custom sys.
CONSTRUCTION______________________
Bryan Couture Construction...401-792-3672
Member: Bryan Couture (Narragansett, RI)
Concrete flatwork, patios, driveways, floors
D & M Concrete Forms............401-884-8778
Member: David Peterson (N. Kingstown, RI)
All types of concrete form work
COOKING____________________________
Gilchrist’s GreatGrates...........401-364-3457
Member: Tim Gilchrist (Charlestown, RI)
www.greatgrate.com 15% RISAA disc over $20
CUSTOM RODS
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CMS Enterprise........................508-995-2372
Member: Charles & Susan Ponte (New Bedford)
637 Tarkiln Hill Rd, 2nd flr, New Bedford, MA
SGM Custom Rods & Tackle..401-315-5120
Member: George Forsberg (Bradford, RI)
Located in Quonny Bait/Tackle
DENTISTRY___________________________
Exquisite Smiles...........508-761-5320
Member: Dr. James Phelan (S. Attleboro, MA)
www.exquisite-smile.com
DIESEL INJECTION SERVICE
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Boston Fuel Injection................401-231-0210
Member: Pedro Monteiro (Smithfield, RI)
Agricultural, automotive, marine & trucking
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING____________
Freelance Electrical Services....401-623-1231
Member: Doug Lacombe (Coventry, RI)
Electrical wiring • 10% RISAA discount
ELECTRICAL WASTE REMOVAL__________
Cottrell Enterprises, Inc............401-632-8093
Member: James Cottrell (North Kingstown,RI)
www.ewastesolutionsnow.com • Free removal
EMBROIDERY/PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS
RTS Embroidery.........................401-946-4685
Member: Rosemarie Howell (Johnston,RI)
Custom embroidery, silk screen, promo products
ENGINEERING
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RP Engineering, Inc.................401-885-7255
Member: Richard Pastore (N. Kingstown, RI)
Environmental, structural, civil
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
ENGRAVING & ETCHING
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Ron Nalbandian........................401-377-4688
Westerly, RI
401-932-3890
Shop/mobile ser. - glass, wood, stone, metal
ENTERTAINMENT
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The Sleepster.............................401-351-3518
Member: Harold J. Hemberger (Johnston, RI)
Stage hypnotist, parties, events, fund-raisers
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
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Alliance Environmental Group 401-732-7600
Member: Richard C. Hittinger (Warwick, RI)
Envir assessment, compliance, clean-up svcs
EXCAVATION
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Longley Construction..............401-225-0623
Member: Daniel Longley (N. Kingstown, RI)
Groundwork, landscaping, stonework
FINANCIAL PLANNING _________________
Ameriprise Financial...............508-497-8931
Garth Fondo (Hopkinton, MA)
Certified Financial PlannerTM
Ameriprise Financial..............401-398-7802
George Hadfield (North Kingstown, RI)
Investments. All financial services.
Gencorp Financial Services.....884-7800x152
Mark Piccerelli (East Greenwich, RI)
E-Mail: mpiccerelli@gencorp-ins.com
FIREARMS SCHOOLS
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American Firearms School
508-695-5869
Member: Matthew Medeiros (N.Attleboro)
www.AmericanFirearmsSchool.com RISAA disc.
FISHING APPAREL
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Linesider Marine Specialties..401-439-5386
Capt. Eric Gustafson (Block Island,RI)
Angling apparel. 10% off to RISAA members.
FISHING CHARTERS
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Adrianna Charters...................401-573-3474
Member: Capt. Mike Neto (Coventry, RI)
Stripers, Tautog, Cod, Shark, Tuna
Bottom Line Charters..............401-783-6815
Capt. Fred Bowman (Wakefield, RI)
bottomlinesportfishing.com
Cape Cod Fishing School........781-826-4915
Member: Capt. George Doucette (Cape Cod)
Charters, On the water classes for fishermen
Capt Sheriff ’s FishingChartersRI.com
Capt. John Sheriff (Charlestown, RI)
www.FishingChartersRI.com - 401-450-2549
Day Break Fishing Guides.......781-929-1012
Member: Walter Bettuchi (Cape Cod, MA)
www.daybreakfishingguides.com
Ed Cook Charters.....................401-524-5294
Capt. Ed Cook (North Kingstown, RI)
10% RISAA discount. edcookcharters@cox.net
Fin Reaper Charters.................401-255-9630
Member: Capt. Bruce Weinstein (Snug Harbor)
B.I.stripers tuna-shark-cod finreapercharters.com
Fishtales II Charters................401-732-1376
Capt. Bob Masse (Warwick, RI)
www.fishtalesiicharters.com
Flukin Sportfishing Charters...401-692-9058
Capt. Chuck Boranian (Matunuck, RI)
www.flukin.com Sailing from Lockwood’s Marina
Frances Fleet..............................401-783-4988
Frank Blount (Pt. Judith, RI)
www.francesfleet.com/
Heffernan Charters, LLC.........401-364-9592
Capt. Bill Heffernan (Charlestown,RI)
Live bait or trolling. 10% off to RISAA
Irish Jig Charters......................401-499-9182
Capt. Dave McCormick (Narragansett,RI)
www.IrishJigCharters.com
Legacy Charters........................401-567-5269
Capt. Keith Sullivan (Point Judith, RI)
www.bluebyu.com
Linesider Fishing Charters....401-2439-5386
Capt. Eric Gustafson (Block Island, RI)
www.linesiderfishing.com
Lucky Lady Charters...............401-284-2869
Capt. Steve Palmer (Snug Harbor, RI)
www.luckyladycharters.net
Ocean Sportfishing Ltd...........401-728-2081
Capt. Rich Templeton
Email: captricht1@aol.com
On The Rocks Charters..........401-359-3625
Capt. Rene Letourneau (Pawtucket, RI)
www.ontherockscharters.com
Ogofishing Charters...............860-774-6924
Capt. John Ogozalek (Danielson, CT)
www.ogofishing.com
Prowler Charters.....................401-783-8487
Capt Al Anderson (Ram Point Marina, RI)
www.ProwlerChartersRI.com
Razin Kane Charters ...................401-295-0642
Capt. Sandy Kane (Jamestown, RI)
www.kanesguns.com
Seadog Inshore Charters.........401-218-3074
Capt. Steve Travisono (Charlestown RI)
Fluke our specialty - seadogcharters@cox.net
SeaDuced Charters.................508-394-6546
Capt. Robbie Briggs (Dennisport, MA)
www.seaducedfishing.co
Seascape Charters.........1-877-6-GO-FISH
Capt. Donald LeBlanc (Newport, RI)
www.seascapecharter.com
Snappa Charters...................401-782-4040
Capt. Charlie Donilon (Wakefield, RI)
www.snappacharters.com
StuffIt Charters.....................401-764-5141
Capt. Joe Pagano (Scituate, RI)
www.stuffitcharters.com - RISAA discount.
ThomCat Charters................401-828-9424
Capt. Thom Pelletier (Coventry, RI)
www.thomcatcharters.com
Three D’s Charters...............401-322-0059
Capt. Dave Petit (Westerly, RI)
www.threedscharters.com
White Ghost Charters..........401-828-9465
Capt. James White (Coventry, RI)
www.whiteghostcharters.com
FISHING PRODUCTS______________
9er’s Lures...........................508-822-9650
Member: Eric Ferreira (Taunton, MA)
www.9erslures.com
A & S Tackle.........................508-679-8122
Member: Steve Abdow (Swansea, MA)
www.astackle.com
Afterhours Custom Plugs...401-523-5981
Member: Don/Michael Guimelli (Barrington)
Handmade custom plugs. afterhoursplugs.com
Anco Lures, Inc....................401-438-5860
Member: John Anterni (Riverside, RI)
Plastic poppers, skimmers, Silver Streak
Androd Custom Rods............508-399-7837
Member: Robert Andrade (Seekonk, MA)
www.androd.com
AquaSkinz Corp...................877-379-8677
Member: Kadir Akturk (Lindenhurst, NY)
www.aquaskinz.com
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Fishdoc Custom Plugs........401-829-2967
Member:Richard Mandeville (Greenville, RI)
Built for the fish! www.customstriperlures.com
FishingForBeginners.net....401-349-2977
Member: Adam Stanley (Foster, RI)
See fishingforbeginners.net
Fishing Solutions.................508-528-4898
Member: Tris Carpenter (Norfolk, MA)
IFly Rod Holders. www.iflyrodholders.com
Lemire’s Plug Works...........401-641-4885
Member: Alan Lemire (Clayville, RI)
www.lemiresplugworks.com
Line Stretcher Tackle Co....617-666-FISH
Member: Ray Jussaume (Somerville,MA)
Surface Tension lure & Squid Chow squid jig
Little Rhody Tackle..............401-826-1023
Member: Bart Wagner (Coventry, RI)
Hand-made fishing rigs and jigs
Lonely Angler Lures............781-572-0921
Member: John Wilson (Lexington, MA)
Custom wood lures - www.lonelyangler.com
Millard Wire Company........401-737-9330
Member: Dan LaCroix (Exeter)
Inconel Wireline for trolling “The Real Deal”
Phase II Lures..........................203-226-7252
Member: Dick Fincher (Westport, CT)
Hand-carved lures that catch fish. www.phaseiilures.com
Point Jude Lures.....................401-846-1808
Member: Joseph Martins (Newport, RI)
www.pointjudelures.com
Rhode Island Poppers..............401-762-1884
Member: Armand Tetreault (Woonsocket, RI)
Hand made wooden poppers. 10% RISAA disc.
SurfHog Lure Co....................401-864-6069
Member: Bob Neilson (North Kingstown, RI)
www.surfhoglureco.com
Terminal Tackle Co................631-269-6005
Member: John Richy (Kings Park, NY)
www.terminaltackleco.com or call for catalog
T-Man Custom Tackle............860-668-1302
Member: Capt. Pat “T-Man” Renna
www.tmancustomtackle.com - Striper tubes
HOME IMPROVEMENT_______________
Got Wood?..........................401-749-9990
Member: Pete Giegerich (Exeter, RI)
Free wood pickup
Miller’s Interiors.................401-497-6794
Member: Kevin Miller (Cranston, RI)
All types of remodeling
Quality Tile..........................401-826-9700
Member: Bill Place (West Warwick, RI)
Granite counter tops - 69 Aster Street
Quik-Fix Handyman............401-374-8281
Member: Frank Joyal (Cranston, RI)
Home repairs/remodeling. 10% RISAA disc.
ICE CREAM
_
Frosty Freez......401-846-1697
Member: Mark Pachico (Middletown,RI)
496 Main Rd, Middletown -10% RISAA disc
INSTRUCTION
_
American Boatschool.........860-295-9634
Member: Capt. Max Fentress (Mystic, CT)
e-mail: mfentress@yahoo.com
Boatwise Marine Training..800-698-7373
Member: Capt.Rick Kilborn (S.Hampton,NH)
Recreational & Captains license classes
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
JANITORIAL SUPPLIES
_
Land-Tek Maintainence......508-252-3795
Member: Ken Anderson (Rehoboth, MA)
supplies, paper products, cleaning equipment
LAND SURVEYING
_
_
Thomas D. Drury, Jr.............401-333-4777
805 Mendon Rd, Cumberland, RI
Professional land surveyor - RI/MA/CT
LASER ENGRAVING__________________
Kell-Strom Tool Company......800-851-6851
Member: Robert Kelly (Wethersfield, CT)
General machine and laser marking
LAWN CARE________________________
Ocean State Lawn Service.....401-732-8182
Member: Paul Karcz (Warwick, RI)
Fertilization programs. 10% RISAA discount
St. Germain Lawn Care.........401-647-2028
Member: David St. Germain (Foster, RI)
dave.stgermain@yahoo.com
MACHINING________________________
Hartwell Mfg. Co....................401-567-7720
Member: Jerry Finkle (Chepachet, RI)
Custom machining small parts, plastics/metal
MARINE ELECTRONICS______________
Seaport Communications.......401-783-4778
Member: Manuel Medeiros (Narragansett, RI)
Sales - Service - Installation
MARINE FABRICATION_______
_______
BJK Aluminum Creations......401-624-1422
Member: David Potter (Tiverton, RI)
T-tops, radar arches, towers. 20yrs experience
Essex Marine Fabrication........860-554-0044
Member: Harry Angier (Haddam, CT)
T-tops -hardtops -arches www.essexmarine.com
Seaward Boatworks.................401-739-5286
Member: Rick Cataldi (Warwick, RI)
Aluminum fabrication and canvas work
MARINE ENGINES
_
Marine Engines, Inc................800-786-7639
Member: Jone Keane (Holliston, MA)
www.1800runsnew.com
MARINE HOSE AND FITTINGS__
_____
The Hose Connection Inc........401-624-2921
Member: Art Marshall (Fall River, MA)
Any & all, 1/4” thru 8”. RISAA discount.
MARINE REPAIR__________
_________
Snug Harbor Marine Serv Ctr ....401-789-7680
Member: Joe Mollica (Wakefield,RI)
Authorized Penn reel warranty repair center
MARINE SURVEYING____
___________
Dockside Marine Survey.......401-942-1006
Member: Mark Sepe (Cranston, RI)
Marinesurveyor@aol.com
Down River Marine Surveyor..401-364-6400
Member: Roe LaBossiere (Charlestown, RI)
Master Marine Surveyor
MARINE TOWING SERVICES__
_______
Safe/Sea...................................401-295-8711
Member:Capt. Phil LeBlanc (Wickford, RI)
www.safesea.com
Sea Tow of Rhode Island.......401-294-2360
Member: Kevin Scott (N.Kingstown)
www.seatow.com
TowBoatUS/New Bedford.......508-990-3997
Member:Capt. Clint Allen (Dartmouth,MA)
www.boatus.com
MASSAGE THERAPY
_
Seaside Massage Therapy......401-573-1911
Member: Karen Lucas, LMT (Wickford, RI)
www.SeasideMassageTherapy.com
MORTGAGE/HOME LOANS
_
First Home Mortgage...401-751-0800x5309
Member: Paul Kennedy (Providence, RI)
Email: PKennedy@gofirsthome.com
P.D.H. Mortgage Company..401-529-4488
Member: Paul Harrison (Lincoln, RI)
Pawtucket Credit Union.......401-541-7003
Member: Brad Sudol (East Greenwich, RI
Purchase/finance great rates. c:401-465-7345
PAINTING CONTRACTORS____________
Certa Pro Painters................401-921-6655
Member: Will Donnell (All of RI)
Resident/comm painting. 10% RISAA discount
PAINT & SUPPLIES
_
ICI Paints...............................401-751-7300
Member: Bob Marco (Pawtucket, RI)
We sell interior and exterior paint
PEST CONTROL
_
Best Pest Control..................401-437-1274
Member: Dick Hess (Riverside, RI)
Certified & insured. 10% RISAA Discount
PICTURE FRAMING
_
Crestar....................................401-885-0300
Member: Jason Dittleman (E. Greenwich, RI)
www.crestarmfg.com
PRINTING
_
M2 Design..............................401-484-5120
Member: Mark Mingain (Pascoag, RI)
www.m2cd.com Printing & web design
Tiffany Printing Co...............401-828-5514
Member: Christopher Couture (Coventry,RI)
www.tiffanyprinting.com
PROPELLER RECONDITIONING________
Ocean Props.............................888-430-7767
Member: Michael McMillin (Middletown, RI)
New propeller sales. www.props.com.au/
REAL ESTATE_____________
__________
Randall Realtors....................401-932-2315
Members: Mari Ann & Rod Raso (Wakefield,RI)
raso3@cox.net
RE/MAX Flagship....................401-935-9612
Member: Will Litvin (S. Kingstown, RI)
e-mail: will@rihomesearch.com
RE/MAX Centeral...................401-465-0263
Member: David Tatangelo (Coventry, RI)
www.tatangelogroup.com
Repoza Real Estate..................401-848-7372
Member: John Repoza (Newport, RI)
www.repoza.com Serving all of R.I.
World.net Real Estate Group.401-323-2424
Member: Charles Petras (Cumberland, RI)
captainp@cox.net or www.TeamPetras.com
REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS
_
Lawrence A. Rainey.................401-439-9083
Certified commercial & residental
RISAA discount
RESTAURANTS
_
Luigi’s Restaurant..................401-861-3850
Member: Ralph Battista (Johnston, RI)
357 Hartford Ave, Johnston. Fine Italian food.
Slice Of Heaven...........,..........401-423-9866
Member: Steven Liebhauser (Jamestown,RI)
32 Narragansett Ave, Jamestown, RI
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ROD & REEL REPAIR
_
Beavertail Rod And Reel........401-215-5062
Member: David Morton (N. Kingstown, RI)
www.beavertailrodandreel.com
SELF DEFENSE
__
Oceanside Martial Arts.........401-294-3035
Member: Justin Keller (Exeter, RI)
RISAA discount www.OceansideMA.com
SCUBA
_
Scuba Made Easy.....................401-742-4898
Member: Deb Greenhalgh
www.scubamadeeasy.org
SOLAR CONSULTANT
_
Alteris/Solarwrights...............401-315-2529
Member: Gil Bell (Charlestown, RI)
Free solar site evaluation gannetgil@cox.net
SPORTFISH PRINTS
_
Kecheneny Fish Prints.....860-535-9987
Member: Jack Brown (N.Stonington, CT)
www.kechenenyfishprints.com
SUPPLIES____________________________
Hershel Poe...............................401-624-6064
Member: Hershel Poe (Tiverton, RI)
Janitorial, industrial paper,textile toweling,rags
TAXIDERMIST_________________________
Larry’s Licensed Taxidermist..508-883-8190
Member: Larry Hayward (Blackstone, MA)
TROPHIES/PLAQUES___ ______________
Crown Trophy..........................401-231-0070
Member: John Kubaska (Smithfield, RI)
www.crowntrophy.com
Eagle Enterprises....................516-319-0779
Member: Ken Begelman (Oceanside, NY)
www.keneagle.com -hand painted fish/trophies
VETERINARIANS
_
Richmond Veterinary Clinic..401-539-2683
Member: Robert Bolton (Wyoming, RI)
Practice for small animals
WASTE & RECYCLING SERVICE
_
WasteXpress, LLC...................401-464-6400
Member: John Souto (Cranston, RI)
res/comm containers www.wastexpressri.com
SUPPORT THE
COMPANIES
ON THESE
PAGES
They are all
RISAA Members!
RISAA Members:
Have your business or service
listed by calling 401-826-2121
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
WATERFRONT ACREAGE, PRIVATE DOCKS!
Regulations for 2011 (from page 25)
The basis for this recommendation appears to be the Council’s
interest in maintaining a relatively small-scale commercial fishery
in Narragansett Bay. I appreciate that interest. However, I find
that the existing regulatory provision regarding vessel capacity
- i.e., no vessel engaged in the commercial menhaden fishery
may have a usable storage capacity greater than 120,000 pounds
- adequately and appropriately addresses concerns regarding
engagements in the fishery by large vessels. I therefore cannot
support the adoption of an 85-foot maximum vessel length
provision at this time.”
Excellent inventory now available. Call the South County Specialist.
Will Litvin
Broker Associate
Re/Max Flagship
401-935-9612
will@rihomesearch.com
www.RhodyHomes.com
Member
18th Annual Striper Marina
Striped Bass Tournament
Catch & Release Tournament in Narragansett Bay
helps abandoned and abused chilren.
The 18th annual Striper Marina Striped Bass Tournament
will be held June 2,3,4,5. The tournament theme is “Catching
Fish to Help Children”. The tournament proceeds support the
Washington Park Children’s Shelter for abused and abandoned
Children in Rhode Island.
The is a family-oriented tournament with a cookout at the
marina as part of the awards ceremony.
This enjoyable tournament brings a lot of camaraderie and
competition between many anglers in our area. It also presents
us with an opportunity to promote ‘Tag and Release’ fishing
strategies. We strive for Tag and Release methods to be used
widely in order to preserve and improve the fish stocks in
Narragansett Bay. We must help make it possible that future
generations be able to enjoy the bay and the fun and excitement
of recreational fishing.
Fishing is done in Narragansett Bay and entry forms are
available at local bait shops and at the marina.
The entry fees are Adults: $10, Juniors (12 & younger):$5.
Prize categories are: Men, Women, Juniors, Shore and Boat.
For more information call 401-245-6121
Flippin’ Out
BLACK SEA BASS.
On April 9, RIDEM
instituted a total closure for
the recreational fishery “until
further notice.” This was
because the state was required
to cut its recreational catch by 37% to 65%, depending on what
ASMFC decide upon if the state would be in a region or
establishing its own regulations.
Two options went to public hearing on April 18 and then
was due to go before the Marine Fisheries Council on May 2.
Option 1. 13” minimum size, season of July 1 to Dec 31, 20
fish/person per day.
(This was the RISAA recommended proposal and also the
proposal of the Black Sea Bass Advisory Panel)
Option 2. 13” minimum size, season of July 1 to Dec 31 with a
10 fish/person per day
(This is the Division of Fish & Wildlife’s preferred option)
Because this newsletter goes to press prior to the regulation
being set, the new regualtions will be annouced to members via
our e-mail notification group and posted in the June issue.
HEFFERNAN CHARTERS
Aboard the
Fishing Charters
ERIN ROSE
28’ Sea Ray
sailing from
Lavin’s Marina,
Charlestown, RI
Capt. BJ Silvia
Call for Rates & Reservations
401.529.2267
with
Capt. Bill Heffernan
BJSilvia54@yahoo.com
401-364-9592 or 401-742-4795
50 Mail Coach Road
Portsmouth, RI 02871
www.erinrosefishing.com
Member
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8 Scot Circle, Charlestown, RI 02813
Member
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
ORLANDO SAVASTANO
JOHN TURCHETTI
Saltwater &
Freshwater Bait
SEATOW.COM
Capt. Kevin Scott
Eels & sandworms
1-800-4SEATOW
(401) 294-2360
Member
Open 7 Days
Quality Fishing
Tackle
Abu-Garcia • Daiwa
Mitchell • Penn • Quantum
Shimano • Zebco
Owner: Michael J. Bucko
Phone: (508) 674-7900
Fax: (508) 674-8021
E-mail: mjbucko@mindspring.com
Member
WWW.BuckosParts.com
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
PETTAQUAMSCUTT ACCESS (from page 21)
The unforseen loss of acess by
While discussing the ROW and and
residents’ parking on it supposedly
attempting to find ways to correct the
was going to be addressed, possibly
problems, those present were joined by
by the town putting in a driveway at
James Wolcott, a resident of the
the home closest to the water.
neighborhood who walked over to see
There is substantial community
what was going on.
support for a remedy that will permit
Mr. Wolcott said that he had been
unimpeded use of the ROW.
using the launch ramp at the ROW for
All present at the meeting agreed
more than 20 years. He said he uses it
that the best solution would be to find
to launch his 20 foot center console from
a way to provide parking, and perhaps
a trailer, and so did many other residents
The town of Narragansett attempted to
make provisons for nearby parking onof the neighborhood. He said that the
restore the area with a cobblestone ramp
street for those using the ROW.
ramp provided deep water access just a
Steve Medeiros told Willis that the
few feet from shore.
first step should be to get a CRMC “Public Access” sign posted
Apparently there is a neighborhood Association and they
there, and he agreed.
had objected to the town, advising them that it was a designated
Willis assured us that he would work with the town of
ROW that they were damaging, and apparently that’s why the
Narragansett to have the situation remedied as soon as possible.
town had attempted to reconstruct a launch ramp with a paved
road to it.
WESTERLY SHORELINE ACCESS (from page 21)
The photos here were taken on a recent visit to the site by
Steve Medeiros, and show the lengths that one homeowner has
gone through to keep the public away from “his” beach.
This can’t be right, and RISAA promises to get involved in
this issue.
3
As you walk along the Right of Way path towards the water,
you are warned by the homowner with a large yellow sign
(marked in photo above with arrow).
“THE LAND ON BOTHS SIDES OF THIS RIGHT OF
WAY TO MEAN HIGH WATER MARK IS PRIVATE
PROPERTY KEEP OFF”
1
This is a legitimate Right of Way on Atlantic Avenue
inWesterly, and is clearly marked with CRMC and Town
of Narragansett signs. The home on the left is the problem.
2
4
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This sign is from
another nearby home.
Can you say “Welcome
to Westerly”
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
BATTLE AT COONEYMUS (from page 20)
All manner of testimony, litigation threats, and complaints
Cooneymus roadway. It would seem that by trying to hide or
were heard. Not once was the Lee’s original complaint of
cloak the Cooneymus roadway, the Lee’s have illuminated two
vehicles blocking their driveway supported by complaints of
public easements or rights of way to the shoreline over their
record to the Police
property.
or even warning
letters to offenders.
Yet as of this
Many long-time
writing, no action has
Island residents, irate
been taken by the
about the loss of
Town of Block
public access around
Island or State
the Island over the
CRMC to rectify the
years spoke out in
a p p a r e n t
favor of restoring
encroachment. The
Cooneymus Road
Town seemingly has
and getting rid of the
two choices; Support
hedges and posts.
planted vegitation
their
Council’s
All of this
findings and have the
A recent survey shows the ROW and that vegitation had been planted across
culminated in a
hedges and chain
Cooneymus Road to block the public’s access
public hearing and
posts removed or
vote by the Town
abandon
the
Council on December 6, 2010.
Cooneymus roadway. How do you,
After debating the width of road
the reader feel about the Town
that should remain to the shore,
giving away an historical Town
the Town Council voted 4 to 1
easement to the sea to passify a
to have the Lee’s cut back the
single unhappy landowner?
privet hedges to the Lee’s eastern
boundary, and to maintain a
The wheels of government can
twelve foot travel way along the
turn slowly as we all know. Let’s
existing pathway within the 33
just hope that politics and litigation
foot road to the beach
don’t get in the way of removing
(Cooneymus.) The dissenting
those hedges and posts. The
vote on the Council was cast by
residents of Block Island have
Satellite view of Cooneymus Rd ROW - Google Maps
Kim Gaffett. Gaffett later made
stood up for rights of way to their
a motion to
shoreline in this
identify the
instance.
T o w n ’ s
There may
property
be
battles
boundaries at
ahead. RISAA
Cooneymus
members,
Road. This
anglers, and the
m o t i o n
beach loving
p a s s e d
public at large
unanimcan only hope
ously.
to encourage
SubseqBlock Islanders
CRMC Access
uently,
a
to be steadfast
Sign
survey has
in their resolve
b e e n
to
protect
completed by
public access to
Hilbern Land
their beautiful
Surveying of North Kingstown, dated February 25, 2011 (see
shoreline.
photo). The survey clearly shows that the 33 foot wide section
Those of us who are not fortunate enough to own our own
of Cooneymus Road crosses the Lee property, ending at the
chunk of beach property should be eternally grateful for the
Atlantic Ocean. The survey also shows that the Lee hedges
vigilance and proactive efforts of Block Island residents in this
and chain posts encroach half way in to the roadway.
matter. Anyone who loves and appreciates the ocean should be
Interestingly enough, the adjacent fifteen foot wide, CRMC
thankful for good public access neighbors like the
ROW, E-4, also crosses the Lee property, separate from the
Montgomery’s.
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Channel
RISAA MEMBER
65
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.
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
Instead - Roger St.Germain
Bye George - George Kates
Fear Knot - John Meyer
3 D's II - Warren Diclemente
Irish Jig - Capt. Dave McCormick
Cals Cutta - Calvin Ferraresso
Finatic - John Brierley
3 R's - Richard Rainone
Irish Mist - Stephen Grennan
Calypso - Charles Kuhn
Finatix - Steven Charron
3-For-2 - Kevin Bristow
Isabella - Anthony Tavares
Capable - Charley Soares
Fin Chaser - Robert Oliveira
33 Innings - William George
I Sea U - Paul Gustafson
Capt Hook - Paul Dauk
Fin Deep - Capt. Brian Patterson
4-ME - Capt. Wayne Wood
Islander - Bruce Johnson
Capt Quint - Clarence Moore
Fine Line - Roger/Susan Lema
Acida - Ed Choiniere
Island Girl - Capt Rick Cataldi
Capt's Daughter-Dave Fewster
Finesse - Capt. R. DeMello
Adrianna - Capt. Mike Neto
Isurus - Richard Blott
Cashmere - Don Fox
Finish Line - Alan Stewart
Adventurer - John Stanford
Itsy - Bob Donald
Castor Oil - Charles Mazzella
Fin-ness - Don Guimelli
Afishin'knot'o - Matt Hull
Jackline - John Walsh
Cat Nap - Robert Raill
Fin Reaper - Capt. Bruce Weinstein
Alaskan - Patrick Watson
Jahab - Jay Adelman
Cat's Meow - Ronald Cataldi
Fins - Tom Grennan
Albatross - Brian Droney
Jamie Lynne-Lawrence Audino
Cayo Hueso - Gary Zera
First Date - Ben Bardo
Alf II - Richard Pastore
Janie M - Michael McHenry
C-Devil - Capt. Kelly Smth
Fish-Aholic - Alfred Ricci
Alibi - Dickson Boenning
Jay Mar 2 - Capt. Mitch Riffkin
Celtic Belle-Capt Roe Labossiere
Fishbones - John Volpe
Allegro - Richard Terek
JD7 - Jack Daniels
Cetacea - Dennis St. Germain
Fish Fibs - Charles Appleton
All Fired Up - Michael Cardinal
Jenny Lee - Terrence Boylan
Channel Fever - Thomas Pelto
Fish N Trip - Steven Liebhauser
All Talk II - Mark Piccerelli
Jesse W. - Todd Schlobohm
Charlie's Delight -Charlie Petras
Fish Nutz - Steven Betancourt
Almost Ready - Ted Nataly
Jofish - Joe Dandeneau
Chebami - Barry Caito
Fish On - Steve Brehio
Almost Ready - Arthur Stentiford
JoJo - Dr Harvey Simon
Chic-A-Dee Jay -Capt.Benny Peters Fish On - Capt. John Sheriff
Aly Ann - Augustine Comella
Jovi Charme - John Rabe
Chill Time - Russell Anderson
Fishtales - Homer Lloyd
Amazing Grayce- Louis Midura
Joyce - Jules Diotte
Chris's Craft - Christian Killam
Fishtales - John Paquette
Amnimax - Ralph Battista
Joyce M - Richard Laurie
Cindy Sea - John Chabot
Fishtales - John Scott
Amy Anne - Tom Smotherman
Jubilee - Michael Casey
Clamin Time - John Vivari
Fish Tales - Ron Hartman
Angler - Brad Sudol
Jus Looking II - Tim Knight
Coaster - Greg Spier
Fishtales 2 - Capt. Robert Masse
Anne K - Capt. Paul Russell
Just Bassin Time - Ed Kearney
Cold Fusion - Ron Menconi
Fishy Fishy - Rod Raso
April II - Leonard Duffy
Just Chum'N - Steven Clow
Compound Interest -Peter Andromalos Flippin Out - Capt BJ Silvia
A.W.O.L. - Mike Lanni
Just R Luc - Justin Keller
Cool Hand Fluke-Matthew Davidson Flo B II - Harley Benton
Bad Bait - Ray Maxwell
Just Tubin - Robert DeGaetano
Copycat - Peter Newbauer
Flying Fox -Thomas Bernache
Bailey Jae - Diane Donilon
Karen Ann - Charles Rugg
Da Bac Breaka - Frank Vessella
Four Play - Bob Fournier
Baiter Blocker - Larry Fredrickson
Kattie - Lawrence Rainey
Dads Pride - David Morton
Four Stars - Jay Starziano
Bait Runner - Ron Mouchon
Kembe - David Travis
D'Amato Bros. - Ron Taddei
Freedom - Ron Chamides
Bakki Boat - Garth Dudley
Kingfisher - H. Richard Heilman
Danny Boy - Daniel DeGruttola
Full House - John Stavrakas
Barefoot - Jack Linton
Kentaro - Waldo Johnson
Dawn III - Walter Shayer
Gadzooks - Robert Silva
Bass Boat - Robert Kelley
Kiwi - Bob Beresford
Deadly Dick - Robert Darigan
Gail-Ann - Charles Boranian
Bay Bee - Mike Warner
Knot Dusty - Mike/Erica Vickers
D'fishin'sea - Ron Diggett
Gail Frances - Capt. Frank Blount
Bay Buggy - David Gervais
Knucklehead - Michael DeLuca
Diane H - Donald Forest
Gail Frances - David Carter
Beat - Robert Henderson
Kristina Marie - Capt. Jack Sprentel
Die Hard - Peter Lewis
Gail Leigh - Luca Razza
Bella Mama - David DiSantis
Lady Andrea - Craig Pincins
Dilly Dally - Ron Porter
Get Reel - William Allen
Bellatrix - John Troiano
Lady L - Steve Barr
Doctor's Orders- Brian Sweeney
Gettin' Schooled - Keith Turner
Betsea - Stephen Tetzner
Lady Linda-Capt.George Doucette
Dogsled - Glen Petit
Gills Gone Wild - Kenneth DiLisi
Betsy B - David Marcotte
Lady Linda - David St. Germain
Dolce Vita - John Repoza
Ginsea - Ken Anderson
Big Blue 2 - Matthew Mesnick
Lara Rachel - Russell Layfield
Dollar Bill - Bill Graugard
Good Dog - Peter Newman
Big Game - Shamus Mara
Last Shot - John Kramer
Dot "C" - John Carney
Goose Rocks - Frank Dizoglio
Billfish - Capt. Bill Brown
Laura Elizabeth - Henry Clinton
Double "L" - Terry/Darlene Clark
Grand Cru VI - Paul Surabian
Bird's Nest - Jay Marchant
Laura's Competition-Bruce Lawing
Dreamcatcher - Ed Preczewski
Great Escape - Roland Grenier
Lauren Michele - Capt. Lou Mazza
Bird's Nest - Capt. John Volpe
Dream Catcher II-Capt. Mike Comerford Greta Kay - Michael Welch
Lawn Boy - Paul Karcz
Bitter Sweet - Duke Duclose
Drill-1 - David Jenson
GypSea - David Nardolillo
Leen - Willard Donnell
Blackjack - Capt.Tony DaSilva
Duck Buster - Harold Audette
Hail Mari - Michael Ullmeyer
Legacy - Capt. Keith Sullivan
Blue Heron - Ernest Heon, Jr.
Duklypps - Peter Dias
Hanna Lu - George Monaghan
Leisure 8 - Mark Ceprano
Blue Max - John Maxwell
Duranatic - Ron Nagel
Happy Executive - Peter Vican
Lemon Shark - Steve Sabetta
Blue Moon - John Blaze
Early Bird - Capt Dave Preble
Happy Hooker-Charlie Bradbury
Letter of Marque-Charles Forsaith
Blue Moon - Bill Dzilenski
Easterday - Eric Easterday
Happy Hooker - William Gravina
Letter of Marque-David Warburton
Blues Bros - Walt McCormick
Elephant's Butt - David Leonard
Hazel M. - Edward McLaughlin
Lil' Jayden - Horatio Pevide
Boat-Of-Us - Brian Beltrami
Elissa Ray - Frank Marchetti
Heather Too - Don Bogner
Lily Pad - James Collinson
Boat Time - Paul Shulver
El Pesce - Paul Garlasco
Helen D - Paul Jutras
Linda B - Robert Bongiiolatti
BobbyZ - Bob Zollo
Emily Ann - Gary Geoffroy
Helen D 101 - Ernie Theetge
Linesider - Charles Repucci
Boom Boom - Dave Potter
Endeaver - Daniel Longley
Helm III - Capt. Ed Cook
Lit-L-Joy - Roger Tellier
Bottom Line -Capt Fred Bowman
Endorfin - Alexander Peck
Hobbes - Cal Gudmunson
Lit'l Lady - Sharon Taraksian-Essex
Brandywine - Jim Mugavero
Erin Rose - Capt Bill Heffernan
Hombre - Gary Paolo
Little Blue - Richard Caldon
Breakaway - Jack Hagopian
Escape - Philip Wnek
Hooked Up - Don Labrioile
Little Feat - Bob Coupe
Buckaneer - Bob Santurri
ESP II - Stephen Parente
Hook-em&Cook-em-Cherie Lapierre
Lollygag - Joe Roukous
Buckeye Nuts - David Westfall
Eventide - Beth Fallon
Hooker II - Jon Maguire
Lorri-B - Joseph Burns
Buck Tail - Dick Geldard
Extra Propper - John O'Brien
Hula Girl - Capt. Matt King
Low Tide - Jim Low
Bud's Obsession - Bud Wilder
Falcon - Thomas Poirier
Idle Time - F. Charles Haigh
Lucky Lady - Capt Steve Palmer
Bully - Mark Serio
Faracher - Steve Abdow
I'm-On - Robert Celico
Lucky Lily - Sy Khamsyvoravong
Bruadair - Steven Blakey
Farmers Daughter - Alan Sharaf
Impatience - Michael Holdredge
Buzzard - Don Marceau
Continued Next Page
Fast Forward - Michael Valentine
In Faith - Anthony Rocha
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
BOATER'S LIST (from previous page)
Lucky's Charms - John Kelley
Lunasea - John Rekemeyer
Lunch Legs - William Smith
Lu Sea Jay - Edward Jaworski
Maddy - Michael Senecal
Magic Stik - Derek Leigh
Marava - John Kubaska
Maribeth II - Art Bentley
Marlin - Dick Fincher
Maverick - Capt. Jack Riley
McDu II - William McEvoy
Megabite - Allan Peters
Megabyte - Bruce Collemer
Michelle Lee - Joseph Latham
Mid Day Chop - David Minto
Midnight - Robert Mazzeo
Mike Hull 2 - Michael Ballback
Miss Darcy - Geoge Haduch
Miss Gina - Tony/June Jarret
Missile Aweigh - Jerry Shepherd
Missing Penny - Guy Latour
Miss Kim - Mark Pachico
Miss Nick - Rick Pennington
Mistress - Gregory Houde
Misty Lady - Ed & Mary Ouellette
Moe Fishing - Moe LeBlanc
Monstro - Paige Bronk
Mox-Nix - Bob Bachand
Mox Nix - Clint Lovell
Mr. E - Jared Elwell
Mrs. G - Robert Gaudet
Mrs/Z - William Zanks
Music - Larry Hayward
My Back Yard -Capt.Bryant Palazini
My Backyard - Richard Ferland
My Cat - Leo Grenier
My Surprise - Richard Mandeville
My 3 Ladies - Robert Andrade
My Two Ladies - Raymond Allard
Naumachia - Capt Don LeBlanc
NeNe Kat - Steve McDermott
New Beginnings-Capt Terry Tehan
New Too - Tim Gilchrist
Nimia - Henry Cugno
No Problem - Jeff Creighton
Normal-H - Al Hollandersky
North Wind - Mike DeCesare
Off N' Runnin' - Chuck LoCurto
Ogofishing - Capt. John Ogozalek
Olivia Rose - Martin Genesse
Omega - Guy Dufresne
On-Line - Skip Stritzinger
Optimus - Joshua Mossman
Oscar J - John McCurry
Osprey - Al Amaral
Osprey - Paul Kennedy
Our Nest - Capt. Bob Murgo
Outcast - Leigh Betts
Outrage - Stephen Jordan
Passeggiata - Matthew Boliver
Passing Thru - Peter Pemantell
Pat Sea II - Capt. Pat Renna
Paulie Wog - Paul Howland
Pearl Fisher - Mel Epstein
Pearl Man - Earle Peacock
Peg O' My Heart - Chris Jalbert
Penn Pal - Robert Barlas
Pescador - Stephen Carll
Pez Grande - Dan Lacroix
Phoenix - Joseph Jachem
Piper - Capt. Gene Kelly
Playing Hookey - John Souto
Plug Along II - Robert Anderson
Poga - Jim Malley
Pogo - Martin Pierce
Pokerfish - George Bergeson
Polark - Bill/Ginny Sosnicki
Pole-Kat - Capt. Thad Gruczka
Pomatomus - Al Daysh
Popcorn - Bob Brodeur
Popeye - Bob Bartolomeo
Prime Time - Russ Rekas
Prime Time - Bob LeBlanc
Priority Too- Capt.Rick Bellavance
Procastinator - Lee Baker
Promises Kept II - Curt Caserta
Protocol - Steve Secord
Prowler - Capt Al Anderson
Quaker - Bill Barske
Quercus - Mel DeCarvalho
Quinn Sea - Mike Quinn
Ranger - Bob & Andrew Nyman
Rare Coynes - Don Coyne
Razin Kane - Capt. Sandy Kane
Reaction - Thomas Schultz
Red Baron - Carl Hebert
Redemption- Richard Brakenwagen
Red Sok's - William Sokolowski
Reel Action - John Harrison, Jr.
Reelax - David Gordon
Reelaxation - Paul Capuzziello
Reelaxation - Joseph Medeiros
Reel Delight - Steve West
Reel Dreamer - Raymond Andro
Reel Escape - Richard Silva
Reel Life - Craig Horrocks
Reel Lucky - Hershel Poe
Reel Lucky - Michael West
Reel Magic - Donald Masse
Reel Smooth - Chuck Berlinger
Reel Time - Sameh Said
Remora - Kenneth Rockefeller
ResHess - Dennis Carusoe
Respite - Peter Iascone
Restless -Capt Richard Templeton
Rhode Island Popper-Armand Tetreault
Rigatoni - Steven Catanzaro
Ripple - Gerry Berard
Ripple - William Kraut
Roberta II - Clarence Gdowski
Robin Hood - Charles Fisher
Rocky Sees - Bob Blasi
Rodeo - Steve Sikorsky
Rod Holda - Charles Costa
Ro Leena - David Carter
Rooster - Capt.Eric Gustafson
Ruby - Gabriel Matthias
Ruse II - Jim Phelan
Rutroe - Joseph Marinello
R/V Warwick - Lee Steitz
Sadie - Matthew Gendron
Safari - Capt. John Silberman
Safe/Sea - Capt. Phil LeBlanc
Sal's Dream 5 - Sal Salmoiraghi
Saltheart - Ken Robinson
Salt Shaker - Dan Hannon
Salty IV - Warren Wright
Salty Rose - Tim Beron
Sammy-Lou - Bart Wagner
Sand Dollar - Paul Brousseau
Sarah C - Michael Palumbo
Sarah Jane - Chet Boucher
Sarcastic - Don Betournay
Scotch & Water- Don Darnbrough
Scout - Walter Jachna
Scout - David Wehr
Scow II - Kevin Caisse
Seabat - George Allen
Sea Beagle - Steven Sabella
Sea Bird - Bob Vergnani
Sea Bitch - Robert Bedard
Sea Bump - George Brouillette
Seaduced - Capt. Robbie Briggs
Seadog - Steve Travisono
Seagar - John Turchetti
Seagust - John Gustafson
Sea Jem - Mark Griffin
Sea Minor - Fred Boynton
Sea Mulligan - Frank DeFiore
Sea Pony - Jill Vilbig
Seaquester II - Gerald White
Seaquinn 2 - Richard Quinn
Sea Rigg - William Riggs
Sea-Treat - John Treat
Sea Venture 2 - John Pacheco
Sea Voyager - Benjamin Lenda
Segsun - Capt Steve Segerson
Serenity - John Pannone
Sergeant - Robert Ferioli
Severance - Richard Sustello
Shad Jac - Michael Colby
Shady - John Angelini
Shame on the Moon-Milton Fairclough
Shark Attack - Komes Rozes
Shark Bait - James Grundy
Shernyrpyrner - David Sweet
Sherri Lynne - Bruce Fournier
Ship of Fools - Richard Engelman
Silverback - Peter Hendricks
Silver Sage II - George Jacques
Silverside - Charles Benjamin
Sir Reel - Alton Smith
Sitting Duck - Douglas Ricci
Six Brothers - Gary Metcalf
Skipjack - Rich Hittinger
Skipjack - Robert Murray
Skip-Jack - Frank Tavarozzi
Smallfry - Richard Small
Smart Alec - Alex Sinel
Snappa - Capt Charlie Donilon
Snug Harbor Express - Al Conti
Solace - Alfred Trombley
Solas - Frank Toner
Sonny's Toy - John Liston
Soulmates - Capt.Dave Petit
Sparkys Toy - John Duponte
Special K's - Gary Perschau
Spindrift - Craig Picard
Squid - Dave Fewster
SS Panzer - Charles Elmen
Stars & Stripers - John Tatro
Steeler - Edgar Lemoi
Stella - Capt. Robb Roach
Stinger - Robert Young
Striper - Charles Santos
Stripers Nightmare-Capt.Mark Silveira
Striper Swiper - Rene Blanchette
Strip Strike - Jim Barr
Stuff It - Capt. Joe Pagano
Sturg - Doug Sturgis
Summer Blues-Tom Hessney
Summer Recess - Dennis Goderre
Summer Salt - Earl Buckman
Summertime - Robert Sangster
Summer Wind - Bob Walsh
SWAT - Capt. Mike Schreffler
Sweet Pee - Howard Sweet
Sweet Spot - Richard Desrosiers
Talon - Brian Hogan
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Tamerlane II-Joseph Roszkowski
Tania II - Tony Lombardo
Taylor Marie - Armando Simao
Teacher's Pet - Paul Stroup
Tepas Toy - Harold Redlich
TGIF - Chuck Dore
The Big Tuna II - Michael Paolino
The Fly - John Gutherz
The Grady Bunch - E.Russell Grady
The Happy Executive-Peter Vican
The Lady D - Brian Campbell
The Office - Richard Reich
Theresa Ann - Ronald DuVall
Thirty Something - Mark Stevens
Thom Cat - Thom Pelletier
Three Phase - Dan Orfan
Tiderunner - John Schwemin
Tiderunner II - John Sousa
Tiderunn'R - Eric Baggeson
Tight Lines - Michael Miozza
Time After Time - Ric Murray
Tin Can - Bruce Bruni
Titan - David Peterson
Title Wave - John McCloskey
TLC - Bob Morel
Tom's Toy - Tom Ferreira
Tonic - Lee Duckworth
Triple Play - Capt. Rick Kilborn
Triumph - Timothy Moran
Trophy Hunter - John Rose
Valhalla - Richard Swanson
Waitin' On Dawn-Dawn & Tom Wood
Water Dog - Vincent D'Alessandro
Waterfront Property - Peter Berg
Waugh's Up! - Brad Waugh
Weiser 1 - Michael Durand
Whaler - Andrew Smiley
White Ghost II - Capt. Jim White
White Water Witch - Bill Levin
Why Knot - Michael Beresford
Whynot? - Christine Blount
Wild Onion - David Michel
XT Sea - Capt.Bryant Palazini
Yankee - Bruce Demoranville
Yella Dawg - Ray Vincent, Sr.
Yellow Belly - Peter Alarie
Zane Grey - Tom Richardson
Z-Boat - Richard Zahora
REPORT
VIOLATIONS!
RIDEM Enforcement
401-222-2284
After Hours Hotline
401-222-3070
One out of three
boating fatalities is
a fisherman
LIFE JACKETS
SAVE LIVES!
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
NEWPORT TIDE TABLES
MAY
DATE
HIGH
AM
hgt
PM
LOW
hgt
AM
hgt
PM
SUN
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
MAY
MOON PHASES
May 3 - NEW
May 10 - 1st QTR
May 17 - FULL
May 24 - Last QTR
Courtesy Rhode Island Harbors
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R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
RECREATIONAL SALTWATER FISHING REGULATIONS
License Required?
Rhode Island
Connecticut
Massachusetts
YES
YES
YES
AMERICAN
EEL
6” minimum • 50 fish
no closed season
no closed season
no closed season
BLACK SEA
BASS
July 11 - Dec 31
July 1 - Oct 11 and
Nov 1 - Dec 31
May 22 - Oct 11
BLUEFISH
no min size • 10 fish
no closed season
no closed season
no closed season
22" minimum • 10 fish
no closed season
no closed season
See MADMF for varied bag
limits
Spec regs for north or south
of Cape Cod
Summer Flounder
18.5" minimum • 7 fish
May 1 - Dec 31
May 15 - Sept 5
May 22 - Sept 30
HADDOCK
19" minimum • no limit
no closed season
no closed season
no closed season
POLLOCK
no closed season
no closed season
no min size • no limit
no closed season
SCUP
May 24 to Sept 25
(charter rules differ)
May 24 to Sept 26
May 24 to Sept 26
50 fish vessel limit
no closed season
no closed season
no closed season
22" or 24" minimum
COD
FLUKE
Porgy
STRIPED
BASS
16" minimum
14" minimum
April 15 to May 31 • 3 fish Jan 1 to April 30 • 4 fish
June 1 to July 31 • closed May 1 to June 30 • closed
Aug 1 to Oct 14 • 3 fish
July 1 to Aug 31 • 2 fish
Oct 15 to Dec 15 • 6 fish
Oct 1 to Dec 6 • 4 fish
max of 10 fish per boat
TAUTOG
WEAKFISH
no closed season
Squeteague
WINTER
FLOUNDER
12" minimum
2 fish per day
Spring: April 24 to May 23
Fall: Sept 24 to Oct 23
*All of Narragansett Bay,
Point Judith Pond and the
Harbor of Refuge is closed
to Winter Flounder fishing
no closed season
April 1 to May 30
no closed season
no closed season
North of Cape Cod
Nov 1 - Aug 31
South of Cape Cod
April 24 - May 23
Sept 25 - Oct 24
See a violation? Report it!
CTDEP CONSERVATION POLICE
860-424-3012
RIDEM ENFORCEMENT DIVISION
401-222-2284 • 402-222-3070 (24 hrs)
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MADEP ENFORCEMENT DIVISION
781-740-1163
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 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.
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Name: __________________________________________________ Age: _____
First
Middle Initial
Spouse Name: _________________
Last
Address: _____________________________________ City: _________________________ State: ____ Zip:_________
Put me on RISAA e-mail list:
Home Phone: _____________
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You can register them as Junior Members (free)
Children (under 18 yrs):___________________________________________
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INFORMATION
Prefer to fish from ( check all that apply):
Rocks & Piers
Charter Boats
Party Boats
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TYPE OF MEMBERSHIP
(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: ________________
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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 •
monthly newsletter • discounts at tackle shops and marine dealers • social events • college scholarships •
video library • adds your voice to fisheries management and conservation issues.
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Mail to: R.I.S.A.A.
P.O. Box 1465
Coventry, RI 02816
R.I.S.A.A. / May, 2011
P.O. Box 1465
Coventry, RI 02816
CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED
MAY, 2011
Nonprofit Organization
U.S. Postage Paid
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Permit No. 247
The Voice of Southern New England Fishermen
Education • Conservation • Recreation

May - Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers

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