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FAB Advocates For Co-Management Plan

FAB Advocates For Co-Management Plan

The Fishermen’s Association of Bermuda [FAB] proposed their “vision of what fisheries management in Bermuda could be at its best,” suggesting a “cooperative management of fisheries.” A spokesperson said, “In February 2023, Premier David Burt invited the Fishermen’s Association of Bermuda to present an alternative plan... Read more of this article

New Draft Marine Protected Area Maps

New Draft Marine Protected Area Maps

The Blue Prosperity Plan has unveiled revised draft maps for the proposed marine protected area [MPA] network which “highlight significant changes that accommodate feedback received from the commercial fishing industry.” A Government spokesperson said, “After extensive consultation, a series of new draft maps were revealed that form... Read more of this article

Govt On Marine Zone, Plans, Fishing & More

Govt On Marine Zone, Plans, Fishing & More

The Government released a statement covering aspects including the marine exclusive economic zone, Fisherman’s Association Bermuda [FAB] and more. A Government spokesperson said, “While the Government appreciates that the Fisherman’s Association Bermuda [FAB] disagree with the commitment to fully protect twenty per cent of the island’s... Read more of this article

Fishermen’s Association Respond To BOPP Plan

Fishermen’s Association Respond To BOPP Plan

The Fishermen’s Association Bermuda [FAB] has responded to the latest statement from the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP] saying BOPP’s plan shows that it is “less about functional management and more about flashy PR statements and check-the-box style public consultation.” A spokesperson said, “BOPP might consider... Read more of this article

Work Continuing On Draft Blue Prosperity Plan

Work Continuing On Draft Blue Prosperity Plan

Since introducing the Draft Blue Prosperity Plan last year, the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP] has “conducted extensive community outreach” and is “continuing its work to update and strengthen the document based on input received from Bermuda’s residents and local industries, including commercial fishermen.” A spokesperson... Read more of this article

Government On Bermuda’s Lobster Fishery

Government On Bermuda’s Lobster Fishery

“Today, the 2023 lobster season begins, and while I understand and appreciate that in our culture, lobster dinners are a highly prized meal and an eagerly anticipated addition to restaurant menus during lobster season,” explained the Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban. “The extended period of below-average catch rates in the lobster... Read more of this article

Annual Junior Fishing Tournament Held

Annual Junior Fishing Tournament Held

Prize giving for the Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Fishing Tournament was held today [Aug 19] at the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club. Tournament Director Kip Froud said, “The tournament was a great success. We had 126 kids registered for the event, 35 percent of those who registered were girls. We had 78 kids come to the weigh-in. And... Read more of this article

Video: 2023 Bermuda Billfish Blast Highlights

Video: 2023 Bermuda Billfish Blast Highlights

Marlin Magazine has released a video highlighting the 2023 Bermuda Billfish Blast, which is part of the 2023 Bermuda Triple Crown event. The video’s description says, “A total of 37 boats fished the 2023 Bermuda Billfish Blast, which offered a total cash purse of $506,850 plus an additional $360,000 as part of the Bermuda Triple Crown series. There... Read more of this article

Photos: BAC Junior Fishing Tournament

Photos: BAC Junior Fishing Tournament

The Bermuda Anglers Club Junior Fishing Tournament was held today [Aug 13] with prizes up for grabs in several categories for boys and girls, which include fishing from the shore or from a boat. Tournament Director Kip Froud previously commented, “We are very fortunate to have a great group of sponsors for the Junior Fishing Tournament. We want... Read more of this article

Fishermen’s Association Declines To Ratify MOU

Fishermen’s Association Declines To Ratify MOU

Members of the Fishermen’s Association of Bermuda met to deliberate over the proposed MOU intended to bring the organization back to engagement with the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Program and “declined to ratify the MOU.” Fishermen’s Association of Bermuda: A spokesperson said, “On Tuesday, July 18th, Members of the Fishermen’s... Read more of this article

Annual Junior Fishing Tournament On August 13

Annual Junior Fishing Tournament On August 13

The 2023 Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday, August 13 and is open to boys and girls under the age of 17. A spokesperson said, “It’s free to enter. Fishing starts at 8.30am. The weigh in opens at 3pm that day. Prizes are up for grabs in several categories for boys and girls, which include fishing from... Read more of this article

Fishing In Seasonal Areas Extended By 1 Week

Fishing In Seasonal Areas Extended By 1 Week

“This winter has been a difficult one for many fishermen as windy conditions have limited the number of fishing days,” said the Minister of Home Affairs, Walter Roban, following detailed discussions with technical experts in the department and a review of information on local fisheries, particularly the Hind Grounds, “As such, to assist... Read more of this article

Coast Guard To Help Combat Illegal Fishing

Coast Guard To Help Combat Illegal Fishing

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Rollin Fritch arrived in Bermuda today as part of the second annual fisheries enforcement operation. A spokesperson said, “U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Rollin Fritch [WPC-1119] arrived in Bermuda today as part of the second annual fisheries enforcement operation in concert with the Bermuda Department of Environment... Read more of this article

Video: Eater Highlights Lionfish & Fishermen

Video: Eater Highlights Lionfish & Fishermen

The popular food-focused Eater media channel has featured Bermuda fishermen and chefs and their work in the effort to fight the invasive lionfish. The Eater story said,”In the Atlantic Ocean, lionfish are an invasive species that eat many fish in local waters. Bermuda-based fishermen and chefs have found a way to help curb that: “We’ve got... Read more of this article

Video: FAB Present Petition To Government

Video: FAB Present Petition To Government

[Updated] The Fishermen’s Association of Bermuda [FAB] is presenting a petition to the Government today [Jan 13] noting that they are ”hardworking Bermudian fishermen who have to date tried to participate in the BOPP proceedings but due to the foreign oversight and predetermined outcomes have been overlooked and undervalued.” Update: The live... Read more of this article

Fishermen’s Association To Present Petition

Fishermen’s Association To Present Petition

The Fishermen’s Association of Bermuda will be presenting a petition to the Government on Friday [Jan 13] noting that they are ”hardworking Bermudian fishermen who have to date tried to participate in the BOPP proceedings but due to the foreign oversight and predetermined outcomes have been overlooked and undervalued.” A letter... Read more of this article