Coast Guard, NOAA Encourage Alaskan Fishermen to Know Before They Go
JUNEAU, AK — The Coast Guard and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) Office of Law Enforcement in Alaska are encouraging all fishermen to become familiar with laws before going fishing.
The Coast Guard and NOAA have encountered various recreational anglers this season who are not familiar with all the laws specific to the area where they are fishing.
“The two main violations NOAA and the CG have encountered with the recreational angler fleet are exceeding the 2 halibut per person, per trip limit, and illegally processing/mutilating/filleting halibut ...
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