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October 1, 2005
Greetings!
Just a quick reminder to everyone that if you come across a market need that you would like to share, please email it to me. The more market needs that I receive, the more market newsletters can be sent out!
I hope to see you all at the Fall Conference in Kissimmee. There will be some new faces there, as some SEOPA members will be attending in lieu of the unfortunate cancellation of their Fall Conference due to Hurricane Katrina. I encourage the many new members who have joined FOWA to also attend the conference to network with the other FOWA members.
Kelly Braden
KJBraden1@aol.com
CALLING ALL PROCRASTINATORS
The Fall Conference is just weeks away and time is growing short. Those attending will enjoy the craft-improvement seminars on digital photography, trends in magazine writing, the right steps in working with manufacturers on articles and obtaining samples, and Lefty Kreh's always-entertaining and informative tips on getting the best pictures possible and maximizing income.
Go to the web site (www.fowa.org) for more details on all the great dinner banquets, lunches and speakers, our Gala Auction, cocktail party networking, field trips to the Disney Wilderness Preserve and a Cracker Pioneer Museum, Disney passes and other freebies to local attractions in the Kissimmee/Orlando area, and much, much more -- all included in the registration fee. Or email me and I'll send you the itinerary and registration form.
Doug Kelly, Exec Dir
doug7kelly@yahoo.com
HIGHLIGHTED NEEDS
Sport Fishing
Sport Fishing, Doug Olander, Editor in Chief, Sport Fishing Magazine,
doug.olander@worldpub.net ; 407-571-4576, 460 N. Orlando Ave. Suite #200 Winter Park, FL 32789
Sport Fishing Photo Needs
Daisy chains (squid, b'hoo, bowling pins, etc). [contact andy.hahn@worldpub.net ; Oct. 31 deadline]
Particularly striking fly-fishing images for/of game fish of flats, tropical reefs and blue water [contact ted.lund@worldpub.net ; Oct. 31 deadline]
Mako sharks -- in the water, by the boat, jumping, etc. [contact chris.woodward@worldpub.net ; Nov. 15 deadline]
Releasing fish at the boat -- all marine game fish/all situations, perspectives considered; also weighing fish [contact chris.woodward@worldpub.net ; Nov 15 deadline]
Cobia -- fishing/action/at the boat/closeups, underwater, etc in any area including around rigs [contact andy.hahn@worldpub.net ; Nov 15 deadline]
CURRENT MARKETS
The Bear Deluxe Magazine
The Bear Deluxe Magazine, P.O. Box 10342, Portland, OR 97296. P(503)242-1047. Email: bear (at) orlo.org. Website: http://www.orlo.org. Tom Webb, Editor; Casey Bush, Reviews Editor; Susan Wickstrom, Fiction Editor. 25% new freelance per issue. Many of their nonfiction writers are not on staff but have a history with the magazine. "The Bear Deluxe is an award-winning environmental publication, but we are not your typical 'environmental' magazine. We do cover more-traditional environmental news, but more and more we are looking for more modern, cultural, artistic and unexpected connections to environmental, place-based themes. Above all, we are looking for strong, compelling and timely ideas from engaged writers. We are sort of a cross between High Country News, Northern Lights, Adbusters and Harpers, yet still quite distinct on our own. We embrace the magazine approach, both in content and writing style and are looking to include a range of voices and subject matter in each issue. Space is becoming increasing competitive, so no fluff, PR, or generic story ideas, please." Welcomes new writers. Circ. 46K. Quarterly. Pays "a few weeks after publication." Publishes ms 1-6 months after acceptance. Buys first rights only. "We are very selective on reprints. Must be noted as such. Same with simultaneous submissions." Responds 1-3 months. "We cannot respond to all email queries." Sample $3. Subscription $16; $22 Canada; $28 other. Guidelines online at http://www.orlo.org/bear_submit.htm or by mail with SASE.
CURRENT NEEDS: "Quality feature reporting complete with magazine research work is most desired. Quality short-fiction is also in high demand. Quirky/unique short news pieces and nontraditional editorials stand out, too." Pays $100-$300 for features, fiction and essays; $50-$100 for departments; $25 for reviews; $25 for poems. All contributing writers receive a subscription and contributor copy. Articles run 300-4000 words. Submit query, clips and publishing history by mail with SASE. "Email queries are okay but we cannot guarantee to respond to those not chosen for publication."
PHOTOS/ART: No specific art requirements. Pays $30.
HINTS: "You REALLY SHOULD get a sample copy and writing guidelines. Writers should email us and ask to be put on our writers list-serve. There are growing opportunities there and it's the best way to hear about themes/submission calls and events. Too many writers stop sending queries if they are not accepted right off the bat."
Boating Life
Boating Life magazine creates four features per issue and assigns them 12 months prior to publication. Compelling stories must offer professional, artistic photography, supplied by manufacturers, tourist agencies or the magazine’s photographer. The editors prefer to have the writer focus on the story while the photographer shoots it. Boating Life always seeks new ideas and new feature writers. Features (1,500 words), with two strong sidebars, pay $600-$800 for Web rights. E-mail queries should demonstrate boating knowledge and your writing style. A list of credits (links to currently published stories) is helpful. Contact Randy Vance, editor in chief, Randy.Vance@worldpub.net.
Buckskinner
Buckskinner, P.O. Box 831, Manchester, MI 48158. Email editor@buckskinnermagazine.com. Website: www.buckskinnermagazine.com. Chris Kolleth, Editor in Chief/Publisher. 30% freelance. "Buckskinner is a family-oriented magazine for black powder shooters and historical reenactors." Warmly welcomes new writers. Circ. 10K. Bi-monthly. Pays 45 days after publication. Period between acceptance and publication varies depending on editorial needs/seasonal focus. Buys one-time rights. No reprints. Responds within a week to email queries, two weeks to hard copy. Sample issue will be available in August. "Contact Buckskinner staff for details at that time. Press kits are currently available including Editorial Calendars and cover mock-ups." Subscription $23.70; not available overseas. Guidelines online at: www.buckskinnermagazine.com/html/writeforus.html.
CURRENT NEEDS: "Historical pieces dealing with the American frontier between circa 1680 through 1840 with focus on early explorers and interesting characters. We are also looking for experienced black powder shooters for advice columns, primitive archery for the same, and old world tradesmen, i.e. blacksmiths, silversmiths, coopers, and gunsmiths. We also accept humor as it pertains to either history or historical reenacting or living history." Pays $100 for feature length articles (1500-2500 words), $15 per photo, if applicable. "Writer gets a byline and receives two complimentary copies of publication. We accept complete manuscripts and will consider proposals. Send a good query and cover letter."
PHOTOS/ART: "Digital format preferred, but we can accept hard copies." Pays $15 per photo, no returns.
HINTS: "Send a well written query. Don't try to wow us or tell us that you are the next Hemingway, Steinbeck, or Hearst; let the material speak for itself. Historical pieces MUST have a bibliography and MUST be accurate. Our target audience is made up of history buffs and they do not tolerate goofs. In order to save the trouble of answering a lot of letters to the editor, your material absolutely must be accurate and documented. We prefer that our writers be outdoor enthusiasts familiar with black powder shooting, rendezvous, the history of the fur trade, and the American Frontier. We do not accept anything to do with inline muzzleloaders or modern firearms."
Classic Boat
Classic Boat magazine is based in Great Britain, covers traditionally built or styled boats and uses some freelance-written and occasionally previously published articles. The editors are particular; writers are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the publication prior to submitting articles or queries. Articles run from 150-2,500 words. Pay is £75 to £100 per page (pro-rata) for words and pictures (35-mm color transparencies) and around £100 per 1,000 words for text rights in pounds sterling drawn on a U.K. bank. Classic Boat purchases first British serial rights and occasionally second rights. Complete guidelines are at http://www.ybw.com/cb/contributor.html. Submit query letter to Editor Dan Houston (cb@ipcmedia.com), Classic Boat, ipc media, 233 High St., Croydon, UK CR9 1HZ; call 44-0-208-726-8129.
Deer & Deer Hunting
Deer & Deer Hunting is devoted to deer and deer hunting, focusing on white-tailed deer biology and behavior, management principles and practices, habitat requirements, natural history, hunting techniques and hunting ethics. Readers include individuals who hunt with bow, gun or camera. Freelance material is accepted for the “Deer Browse” department, which contains short items reporting unusual observations of deer behavior, unique hunting experiences and newsworthy information. Pay is $25-$550 for 200-4,000 words with first-time North American rights and possible subsequent publishing rights for other publications. Complete guidelines are at www.deeranddeerhunting.com. E-mail queries to Editor Daniel E. Schmidt at dan.schmidt@fwpubs.com. Deer & Deer Hunting magazine seeks action shots of white-tailed deer in natural settings and hunters engaged in deer hunting and related activities. Allowing the editors to keep slides on file enhances your chances of having photos published. Vertical transparencies that have ample space at the top may be used for the front cover. Do not send duplicates. Pay is $75-$600 (depending on photo type and usage) upon publication. First North American rights are purchased, with subsequent rights for other publications considered. Complete guidelines are at www.deeranddeerhunting.com. Send photos to Daniel E. Schmidt, editor, at dan.schmidt@fwpubs.com, Deer & Deer Hunting, 700 E. State St., Iola, WI 54990-0001.
Dove Hunter
Dove Hunter magazine is the official magazine of the Dove Sportsman’s Society. This nonprofit organization is currently seeking manuscripts, artwork and photographs that appeal to its special-interest readership of dove and upland game bird aficionados, hunters, professional wildlife managers and art collectors. Pay scale varies according to length, subject matter and submitted photos. First North American or applicable second rights are purchased. Complete guidelines are at www.qu.org/main/magazine/magazine_guidelines.cfm. Contact the magazine department at editor, Dove Hunter magazine, P.O. Box 610, Edgefield, SC 29824-0610; e-mail djtilton@qu.org.
GetOutdoors
GetOutdoors is a growing outdoor media and marketing company devoted to helping people get outdoors quickly and easily and providing information needed to make quick and reliable decisions about where to go, what to buy and what to bring when getting outdoors. Articles are sought for its Web site. Pay is $25-$150 per article, based on length of article and work involved, for first electronic rights. Also sought are writers interested in outdoors blogging. For more information, visit www.getoutdoors.com or e-mail ameron@getoutdoors.com. Contact in-formation is as follows: GetOutdoors, 3288 21st St., Ste. 247, San Francisco, CA 94110, info@getoutdoors.com.
Family Motor Coaching
The Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA), a motor home owners association, is holding a convention in Pomona, Calif., in March 2006. Family Motor Coaching magazine, for motor home owners who belong to FMCA, is seeking travel articles about Southern California destinations. Articles should be accompanied by a selection of images and geared toward the motor home traveler. For writers’ guidelines, e-mail pjordan@fmca.com or contact editorial assistant, Family Motor Coaching, 8291 Clough Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45244. Family Motor Coaching buys first North American serial rights and electronic rights. Query deadline is Sept. 15. Visit www.fmca.com for more about FMCA.
Field & Stream
Field & Stream is focused on hunting and fishing, with basic how-it’s-done pieces to carefully crafted features with a philosophical edge. Topics include techniques, natural history, conservation and sportsmen’s secrets. Freelance opportunities include the following: short pieces (250-750 words), feature-length articles (1,000-2,000 words) and departments (maximum 1,000 words). Remember: less is more. Payment ranges from several hundred to several thousand dollars for first North American rights, depending on quality, author’s experience and the difficulty in obtaining the story. Submit a cover letter and query or completed manuscript with SASE to submissions editor (fsletters@time4.com), Field & Stream, 2 Park Ave., 10th Flr., New York, NY 10016.
Fishing World
Fishing World is accepting your 1,800-2,000 word fish stories and photos. Submissions should be sent with a stamped, self-addressed envelope and include a hard copy of the material as well as a floppy disk or CD-Rom copy. For technical details regarding digital shots, please contact Fishing World Designer Pete Wilson-Jones, telephone: 02-9213-8224, or e-mail: peterwilsonjones@yaffa.com.au. Fishing World pays a flat fee of $300 for one-time rights. Complete guidelines are on the Web at www.yaffa.com.au/fw/contributor.htm. Query first with Editor Jim Harnewell at fisho@yaffa.com.au or via telephone at 02-4447-8801.
Flyfisher
Flyfisher seeks articles and photos. Payment is as follows: features: 500-1,500 words, $50-$250; conservation: 500-1,500 words for an individual story or up to 2,500 words for a package, $20-$40 for short conservation stories and $250-$400 for a package. Flyfisher prints black-and-white and color photos. Payment for photos is $15-$35 for black and white; $20-$75 for color inside; $200 for cover. Flyfisher buys first North American serial rights; payment is made on publication. Request guidelines before querying or submitting to Editor Richard Wentz, Flyfisher, Keokee Co. Publishing, P.O. Box 722, Sandpoint, ID 83864; call 208-263-3573; e-mail flyfishermag@keokee.com.
Fur-Fish-Game
Fur-Fish-Game seeks specific how-to fishing stories that go beyond the basics, backed up by an account of the writer experiencing some success using the technique. The more unusual the technique, the better. Top pay for a standard how-to feature is $250; pay is higher for something of special interest. Purchased are first North American serial rights. No phone calls, please. Write to Editor Mitch Cox, Fur-Fish-Game, 2878 E. Main St., Columbus, OH 43209; e-mail ffgcox@ameritech.net.
National Wildlife
National Wildlife magazine is published six times a year by the National Wildlife Federation, a nonprofit, non-government organization with 50 state affiliates. The editors need stories of adventure, human interest, an occasional shock, some humor and a little crusading. Stories (700 to 2,500 words) pay $600 and up for all rights to text, reprint and promotional rights, upon acceptance. Text and photo packages also are purchased. Request complete guidelines at PhotoGuide@nwf.org. Submit query letter with clips to Mark Wexler, editor, National Wildlife Federation, 11100 Wildlife Center Dr., Reston, VA 20190. National Wildlife, published by the National Wildlife Federation, is an award-winning, bimonthly conservation magazine known for high-quality photography and reproduction of subjects that encompass the globe. Pay is $275 to $1,250 for one-time rights. The editors currently seek contributions from both professional and outstanding amateur photographers and accept scanned and digital-captured images via e-mail and on CD. Photographers may request complete guidelines at photoguide@nwf.org. New contributors can e-mail samples to photoguide@nwf.org; current contributors can send up to 10 images to JStanley@nwf.org. Submit photo ideas to Photo Director John Nuhn (nuhn@nwf.org), National Wildlife Federation, 11100 Wildlife Center Dr., Reston, VA 20190.
North American Fisherman
North American Fisherman, the official publication of the North American Fishing Club (NAFC), is sent seven times a year to 400,000-plus NAFC members. Features and columns focus on species-specific, how-to and where-to information that goes beyond the basics and includes tips that experienced anglers can use. Submissions must include illustrations or photos. Payment, upon acceptance, is $300-$700 for manuscript packages, $700 for cover photos bought separately, $350 for cover photos purchased with manuscript package, $200 for two-page photo spreads and $100 for photos used full-page or smaller. North American Fisherman purchases first worldwide publication rights plus rights to use material on the NAFC Web site. Send queries (laundry lists acceptable), manuscripts and photos to Editor Kurt Beckstrom at kbeckstrom@namginc.com.
Quail Unlimited
Quail Unlimited magazine is the official magazine of Quail Unlimited. This nonprofit organization currently seeks original or pre-published manuscripts, artwork and photographs that appeal to its special-interest readership of quail and upland game bird aficionados, quail callers, hunters, professional wildlife managers and art collectors. Pay scale varies according to length, subject matter and photos. First North American or applicable second rights are purchased. Complete guidelines are at www.qu.org/main/magazine/magazine_guidelines.cfm. Contact the magazine department at editor, Quail Unlimited Magazine, P.O. Box 610, Edgefield, SC 29824-0610; e-mail editor@qu.org.
Scuba Diving
Scuba Diving seeks active, certified divers who are freelance writers to cover what’s new in dive gear. “Gear Bag” column assignments give hands-on experience with the latest dive gear and gadgets plus the chance to join the magazine’s roster of ScubaLab test divers. The right candidate(s) could see this grow into steady part-time work. Send a cover letter (including dive experience), a resume showing reporting experience and three to five clips to Keith Phillips, senior editor, 6600 Abercorn St., Ste. 208, Savannah, GA 31405; e-mail kphillips@staff.scubadiving.com; call 912-351-6234. Deadline is Sept. 19, 2005.
Shotgun News
Primedia’s Shotgun News seeks your stories about firearms, accessories, ammunition and militaria. Shotgun News is the oldest and largest gun sale publication. This 95-percent freelance-written tabloid publishes every 10 days with an editorial lead time of one month. Acceptable topics include history/nostalgia, how-to and technical. Pay is $200-$500 for articles ranging from 1,000-3,000 words with photos. Sought are first North American rights for text and one-time rights for photos. Visit www.shotgunnews.com for details. Submit queries or questions to sgnews@primedia.com.
Shotgun Sports
Shotgun Sports Magazine seeks articles related to shooting tips and products for trap, skeet and sporting shooters as well as waterfowl/upland and competition-shooting stories for its January-March issues. Shotgun Sports Magazine purchases all rights; however, writers can specify other rights if he/she wants and the editors will consider his/her request. Visit www.shotgunsportsmagazine.com for more information on editorial guidelines. Submit stories and queries at least three to four months before the cover date to Linda Martin, production coordinator, Shotgun Sports Magazine, P.O. Box 6810, Auburn, CA 95604, shotgun@shotgunsportsmagazine.com.
The Sportsman Magazine
The Sportsman Magazine, the magazine and program guide for The Sportsman Channel, is looking to develop relationships with writers and photographers who are interested in gaining additional experience in a nationally distributed market. The editors seek articles related to upland bird hunting – especially a pheasant hunt – whitetail tips and strategies – rifle hunt preferred, and your positive hunting experiences in New Zealand. One-time rights are purchased; previously published articles are welcome. The editors will pay for high-quality articles. Photos are needed with the articles. For details or to submit work samples, contact Michelle Scheuermann at 262-662-3800, ext. 11, or mscheuermann@thesportsmanchannel.com.
JOBS
Department of Environmental Protection- Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
Working Title: OPS PLANNER II
Position Number: 37979066
Closing Date: 10/7/2005
Location: KEY LARGO
County: Monroe County
Announcement Type: Open Competitive
The employee will be a member of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary (FKNMS) Education and Outreach Team. The employee will work primarily in the field in the Upper and Middle Keys with a physical workstation in the Key Largo office. The employee will work under the direction of the FKNMS Education and Outreach Coordinator. The employee will perform the following tasks:
Duties
35% Serve as a boat operator and interpreter both on boats (20’ ? 25’) and in kayaks for Team OCEAN mainly in the Islamorada and Marathon areas, Assist with cleaning and maintaining Team OCEAN vessels, Assist with training of Team OCEAN volunteers (classroom and field)
5% Assist with brochure distribution in the Marathon area.
35% Assist the FKNMS Education and Outreach Team under the direction of the FKNMS Education and Outreach Coordinator with other education and outreach tasks including but not limited to filling information requests including some media, assisting with Coral Reef Classroom, working in the media library (scanning slides), and compiling materials.
25% Assist with FKNMS outreach at community events (setting up, tearing down and working festivals, community events).
Employee will be required to work many weekends and summer holidays.
Qualifications:
Mandatory:
*USCG Licensed or Completed US Power Squadron Boating Course or USCG
Auxiliary Safe Boating and Seamanship Course
*Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication
*Knowledge of safety principles of marine vessel operation;
*Skill in preparing and delivering public presentations
*Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
*Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
*Work non-core hours- weekends and nights
*Maintain a valid driver’s license
*Lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
*Ability to interpret State Statutes and FKNMS Regulations to the public
*Obtain and maintain CPR w/ AED and First Aid Certifications
*Work effectively as a team member
*Computer skills
Preferred
*Local boating experience and knowledge of area
*Experience working with volunteers
*Knowledge of marine science and coral reef ecology and cultural resources
*Experience conducting formal and/or informal education and outreach programs
Applicants may apply through the People First system
(https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/logon.htm) or by submitting a resume
or State of Florida application to
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, P.O. Box 1083, Key Largo, FL
33037 Attn.: Ivy Kelley, Education Specialist.
Mary Tagliareni
Education and Outreach Coordinator
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
P.O. Box 1083 / 95230 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
Phone: 305-852-7717 ext. 30 FAX: 305-853-0877
http://floridakeys.noaa.gov/
MEMBER NEWS
FOWA member Captain Peggy Goldberg has been asked to be the keynote Speaker at the Titusville birding festival on Nov. 16 - Wed night at 6pm.
Peggy will be showing images from around the world and will segway in our Florida waterways, both underwater and above ground. The Theme of the talk will be "Shifting Baselines" - how we perceive the health of our ecosystems depends on when we see it...and what we consider normal is not.
Info about the event can be found at www.nbbd.com/fly. Peggy's underwater photography website is www.goldenimages-photo-scuba.com.
CORPORATE CORNER
Rope-A-Towel
We’re excited about our recent involvement in FOWA as a Corporate Member and want to introduce ourselves at the upcoming Fall Conference in Kissimmee, Florida. We hope to have the opportunity to meet you there!
We’re equally excited about our newly patented product, the Rope-A-Towel, and the convenience it offers fishermen, campers, outdoors enthusiasts, chefs, gardeners, corporate sponsors, and more. The Rope-A-Towel is a sports-sized towel made more convenient because of the attached, adjustable and breakaway lanyard that suspends it from waist or neck and keeps the Rope-A-Towel at your fingertips when you need it most.
It’s not just another coffee mug or post-it note -- the Rope-A-Towel is a promotional product with a brand new flare. It lies flat so that your logo is clearly visible and since it’s used for such a variety of activities, your advertising goes on and on. Take a moment to view the attachments and look over our website, www.ropeatowel.com, for more detail. I hope you find it functional and interesting for your personal or promotional needs.
The FOWA Fall Conference looks to be a fun, educational and entertaining event and the perfect forum to share new ideas and new products. I look forward to talking with you further and meeting you in Kissimmee!
Best regards,
Bonnie Mohney
Rope-A-Towel, Inc.
PO Box 1052
Windermere, FL 34786-8816
866-662-7673 (on.a.rope)
407-876-2461 (fax)
407-222-0545 (cell)
email: bmohney@ropeatowel.com
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)
You're invited!
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) encourages you to attend our freshwater fisheries summits, which begin this week.
FWC's Division of Freshwater Fisheries Management will conduct six summits around the state, with the first being held in Sebring on September 24, 2005.
Through these summits, the FWC is inviting stakeholders to organize and team with fishery professionals to help design and implement management plans that will help perpetuate Florida's position as Fishing Capital of the World.
For more specifics about this series of freshwater fisheries summits, please refer to the attached news release or contact me personally. Also visit http://www.myfwc.com/Fishing/Input/ .
Thanks, we'll see you at the summits.
Sincerely,
Phil Chapman
Fishery Biologist
Special Projects
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
3900 Drane Field Road
Lakeland, FL 33811
863-648-3202
phil.chapman@myfwc.com
Recreational Fishing Alliance Appears Before National Research Council
New York, NY -- Herb Moore, Jr., RFA Counsel, appeared before the National Academy of Sciences National Research Council (NRC) on Thursday, September 22, at the Club Quarters in lower Manhattan to present the RFA's ideas on improving recreational fisheries data collection.
Time and time again, saltwater anglers find themselves questioning the data being used by fishery mangers to regulate the recreational fishing sector.
"We've reached a point where our confidence in the recreational catch data being used to regulate anglers is very low," said Mr. Moore. "We've heard Dr. Hogarth (Director of the National Marine Fisheries Service) admit on several occasions that the recreational fisheries data collection system is broken and we fully support the agency's efforts to improve it."
The NRC, a private, nonprofit congressionally chartered organization, that provides independent science, technology, and policy advice to government agencies, is conducting a thorough review of NOAA Fisheries recreational fishing data collection programs as part of the agency's newly developed strategic plan for recreational fisheries.
The RFA made the following recommendations to the NRC:
1) Increase funding for recreational data collection programs. Angler expenditures generate more than $30.5 billion in sales annually and $4.9 billion in federal and state tax revenue. NOAA must make a financial commitment to recreational fisheries data that is more reflective of this tremendous economic impact. The RFA recommends that increased funding be directed at more field intercepts and better socio-economic data while diverting effort and funding from telephone surveys.
2) Recognize the diversity within recreational fisheries. Recreational data collection programs must recognize that not everyone fishes for the same reason. Therefore, participation is not linear with catch. Managers cannot assume a constant catch rate across the board for all anglers. Recreational data collection programs must also recognize regional diversity where certain sized fish are more common in some areas than others.
3) Incorporate additional sources of data to estimate recreational catch. The recreational for-hire sector is a tremendous source of recreational data that is not being fully utilized. Managers should better utilize data available from the for-hire sector but must view this data in a historical context.
4) Compare weather data to recreational catch data. Recreational fishing is greatly impacted by weather, therefore a weather corrective factor should be incorporated into recreational catch estimates.
5) Establish fixed sampling sites to interview fishermen.
6) Count numbers of recreational fish caught- not pounds caught. With larger and larger minimum size limits, recreational harvest may increase in pounds when in fact the number of fish being taken is constant or even decreasing.
7) In rebuilt fisheries, or where overfishing is no longer occurring, managers should consider averaging recreational catch data over a three or four year period to reduce the impact of statistical anomalies.
“The RFA fully supports the NRC’s initiative and NOAA’s commitment to improving recreational catch data and we will continue to make ourselves available for input,” concluded Mr. Moore.
The Recreational Fishing Alliance is a national, grassroots political action organization representing recreational fishermen and the recreational fishing industry on marine fisheries issues. The RFA Mission is to safeguard the rights of saltwater anglers, protect marine, boat and tackle industry jobs, and ensure the long-term sustainability of our Nation's saltwater fisheries. For more information, call 1-888-JOIN-RFA.
EVENTS
Chuck Lamar's Mercury Grand Slam Celebrity Fishing Tournament "approved" for ROLEX/IGFA Inshore Championship
Dania Beach, Florida,U.S.A. – The International Game Fish Association (IGFA) is in its sixth year of the ROLEX/IGFA Inshore Championship Tournament series, an international fishing competition that draws anglers from various worldwide locations. The Inshore Championship Tournament (ICT) will take place July 9 – 12, 2006 in the Florida Keys, and is expected to include 2005 ICT qualifying event champions. The 2005 Rolex/IGFA Inshore Championship took place July 10 – 13, 2005 at the Islander Resort, Islamorada, Florida with over 35 champions from qualifying events vying for the championship.
The IGFA welcomes the Chuck LaMar’s Mercury Grand Slam Fishing Tournament for its fifth year as a qualifying event for the ITC, with the winner being invited to compete in the ITC held in 2006. As an ITC qualifying event each participating angler will receive a one-year membership in IGFA. For more information on the Chuck LaMar’s Mercury Grand Slam Fishing Tournament scheduled for November 12 - 13, 2005 in St. Petersburg, FLORIDA, please contact Barbara Rebold at (813) 269-0955, fax: (813) 269-8016, email: brebold@pcfusa.org, or visit their website: www.pcfusa.org.
Tournament directors involved in offshore, inshore, light tackle and fly-fishing tournaments are invited to contact IGFA for more information on the Rolex/IGFA championship series. Directors of junior angler tournaments are also encouraged to contact IGFA for information regarding the Mercury/IGFA Junior World Championship. Up to date information on tournaments, IGFA news and more can be found on the IGFA website http://www.igfa.org.
The IGFA is a not-for-profit organization committed to the conservation of game fish and the promotion of responsible, ethical, angling practices through science, education, rule making and record keeping. It was founded in 1939 and has members in over 125 countries. The association welcomes visitors to its 60,000 square foot IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum in Dania Beach, Florida.
For more information regarding the ROLEX/IGFA Inshore Championship, please contact Denise Hartman at the International Game Fish Association, 300 Gulf Stream Way, Dania Beach, Florida 33004 · (954) 927-2628 · Fax (954) 924-4299 · Email: Dhartman@igfa.org.
Mercury Redbone @ Large Deep Water Cay Fall Bonefish Classic scheduled for October 7 - 10, 2005 in Grand Bahama Island, BAHAMAS
Mercury Redbone @ Large Golden Isles Red*Trout Celebrity Classic scheduled for October 6 - 8, 2005 in St. Simons, GEORGIA
Please contact Susan Ellis at 305-664-2002, fax: 305-664-9036 or email: redboneinc@aol.com., or visit their website: www.redbone.org.
From Bill Aucoin:
Clearwater to Host National Championships
Oh Boy! Oberto Redfish announced the 2005 Oh Boy! Oberto Redfish Cup Championship National Championships presented by Frogg Toggs will held at Coachman Park in Clearwater October 20-22. Originally the national championship was to be held in Biloxi, Mississippi, but due to Hurricane Katrina the organizers decided to move the competition to Clearwater. The championship will be broadcast to a national television audience on ESPN2.
The event kicks off with a Tailgate party and Expo at 3 p.m. Thursday, October 20 and 10 a. m. Friday, October 21 and Saturday, October 22. This family friendly event will also feature a Key Lime Pie eating contest, Big Air Dog Competition, kids paint ball and casting competition, dog training demonstrations, free fishing tips from top captains, give-a-ways and much more. The event is free and open to the public.
“We welcome the national championships to Clearwater with a heavy heart,” said Cynthia Gamrot Special Events Sales Manager for the St. Petersburg/Clearwater Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. “Many of the competitors are from the Gulf Coast and were effected by Katrina. Our hope is that we will be able to show that same spirit of Southern hospitality that Biloxi is famous for, here in our area.”
Gamrot added that a hurricane relief benefit to coincide with the event is being planned.
With the national championships only five weeks away, the Convention & Visitors Bureau is working with organizers and the City of Clearwater in hosting and promoting the event.
The Oh Boy! Oberto Redfish Cup Championship highlights the top professional redfishing teams in the country, competing in an exclusive no-entry fee tournament with a first place prize of $50,000.
The St. Petersburg/Clearwater area is the leading destination on Florida’s Gulf coast, drawing more than 5 million overnight visitors annually Best known for 35 miles of spectacular beaches and record-breaking sunshine. Fort De Soto Park recently rated #1 beach in the United States by Dr. Beach. A variety of attractions, world-class museums, sporting activities and nature-related experiences are also readily available.
MEDIA CONTACT: James Raulerson, St. Petersburg/Clearwater Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, 800-822-6461 or 727-464-7223; Fax 727-533-2192; jamesr@floridasbeach.com
James Raulerson, Public Relations Representative
St. Petersburg/Clearwater Area
Convention & Visitors Bureau
13805 58th Street North, Suite 2-200 • Clearwater, Florida 33760
P: 727.464.7223 • E: JamesR@FloridasBeach.com
F: 727.533.2192 • W: FloridasBeach.com
W: 727.871.3599
From Susan Young:
The Art and Science of Animal Tracking
Hi, Outdoor Enthusiasts,
The next Outdoor Learning Adventure is a fun one! Gregg is always a treat
to listen to and follow.
The Art and Science of Animal Tracking
Hickory Bluff Preserve
End of Guise Rd., Osteen
October 8, 2005
9:00-12:00
Register: Call or email me at the contact numbers below.
Do you ever wonder* What made those tracks? What left that scat? Gregg Thompson, Biologist and Naturalist, will lead us on an outdoor learning adventure to find out the answers to these questions and more. He'll share his knowledge of tracking and track collection. And we'll make plaster casts of the tracks we find so that we can take home as evidence footprints of the critters that roam the site.
I hope you can come.
Bonnie Cary
Naturalist
Land Acquisition and Management
County of Volusia
1078 N. Ridgewood Ave.
DeLand, FL 32720
(386) 736-5276
cell (386) 804-0437
www.volusia.org/growth/outreach.htm
OTHER NEWS
The Mangrove Recovery Initiative, launched in April 2005, is a cooperative, multi-year effort to conserve and restore mangrove habitats throughout Florida. The Initiative began as a collaboration between the FFF, the US Fish and Wildlife Service, and several local FFF clubs (Mangrove Coast Fly Fishers, Sanibel Fly Fishers). As the Initiative progresses, we are expanding into new areas and developing new partners. Our latest project, restoration of the old-growth Shell Mound forest, is funded in part by the
FishAmerica Foundation and the NOAA Restoration Center. The whole idea is to
restore and enhance quality fish habitats for Florida fly fishing opportunities.
The Mangrove Recovery Initiative will succeed by
engaging volunteers in hands-on conservation efforts;
having on-the-ground recovery and restoration results;
developing collaborative partnerships with non-profits, businesses,
and agencies;
educating anglers and others about the value of mangroves; and
utilizing good science and adaptive management practices.
Activities include clearing trails and ditches, removing exotic species, planting native species, restoring hydrologic connections, monitoring, and educational events. For more information, check out the website - www.fedflyfishers.org/conMangrove.php.
We would love to have all of you involved! We need your help to make this happen. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call! (406) 222-9369 ext 102.
Best wishes,
Kajsa Stromberg
Conservation Coordinator
Federation of Fly Fishers
Fly Fishing Discovery Center
215 E. Lewis St.
Livingston, MT 59047
conserve@fedflyfishers.org
www.fedflyfishers.org
(406) 222-9369 ext 102
Conserving - Restoring - Educating Through Fly Fishing
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