Gulf Grouper Victory!

Capt. Ed · Post by **Capt. Ed** » Fri Nov 25, 2005 5:00 pm

Finally common sense prevailed last week. A federal judge overruled the grouper closure during November and December of this year imposed exclusively on Florida sport fisherman And a tip of the hat goes to the CCA Florida and other organizations representing sport fishing interests for pushing their lawsuit that resulted in overturning this federal edict. The grouper lawsuit victory was reported in more than 30 articles, including all of the state’s major newspapers. Among the following clips for the week ending November 6, are samples of that coverage. http://capmel.com/GulfGrouperVictory.htm 1979 Bertram 33' FBC ALEXANDRA Port Richey, Florida

franklyprice · Post by **franklyprice** » Sat Nov 26, 2005 4:10 am

Way to go, You guys down south have it made. It's a little bit tough for us northern guys to get revved up right now about fishing, it's about 30 degrees and the boats are all covered up for the winter. How do you find the time to work on boats down there if you're always using them? Frank Price

Capt. Ed · Post by **Capt. Ed** » Sat Nov 26, 2005 4:38 am

Frank, We just do a little maintenance all the time, than to doing a lot all at once. Besides, it is easier to work on them when it warm, you should come down and try it sometime! [8D] [}:)] 1979 Bertram 33' FBC ALEXANDRA Port Richey, Florida

photo finish · Post by **photo finish** » Sun Nov 27, 2005 8:54 am

I dont really consider that a victory when i spend the gas money to go out 40 miles and can only keep 1 red grouper.I am all for conservation but when you put too restrictive limits on one species it only depletes another.That means now the charters will target a more prized fish like the black or gag grouper.worst yet they will concentrate on snapper fishing and instead of reducing the 10 fish limit now they will wait until there are no snapper left and then say you can get 1 for your $400 in fuel.unfortunately in my area grouper and snapper is the only species worth going offshore for.I sure wish i could fish for dolphin ,swords tuna ,and marlin all the time. Tim Stamm Photo Finish 1981 33' Bertram FBC

captgene · Post by **captgene** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 2:27 am

Tim, guess you need to move over here to the East side. We left Fri for a 3 day fishing trip. Wasn't too successful. Didn't get catch any live bait, trolled up to PBI, Caught 1 Dolphin and a King. Gave away the King. Dog gets sick. Then it started blowing and we didn't get back out , so we had to anchor up and drink beer til Sunday and ditch ride back to Boca. But I was out on my boat, so I guess that is all that matters. Didn't fix the damm door either. Oh well .... Gene Dugan

photo finish · Post by **photo finish** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 2:41 am

Gene, you make me laugh......[:)] Tim Stamm Photo Finish 1981 33' Bertram FBC

Capt. Ed · Post by **Capt. Ed** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 2:55 am

Gene, A day on the boat is ALWAYS better than a day not on the boat! Anytime you HAVE to stop and drink beer for the benefit others is noble. Too bad for the dog, I have had a day or two like that in my life too. Just don't let him drink so much beer in heavy seas next time.[;)] 1979 Bertram 33' FBC ALEXANDRA Port Richey, Florida

franklyprice · Post by **franklyprice** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 1:30 pm

Hey Ed, I was thinking it would be fun to head down your way some time and go out on a charter with you. Would you give a few of us a bertram discount? Secret handshake included. Frank Price

Capt. Ed · Post by **Capt. Ed** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 1:48 pm

It would be my pleasure to take you out anytime, just share the fuel and bait cost. Just let me know well in advance so I can book you in and we can plan the best trip for you. Ed *only with the secert Bertram33.com member handshake and special message from the offical Bertram decoder ring. 1979 Bertram 33' FBC ALEXANDRA Port Richey, Florida

franklyprice · Post by **franklyprice** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 4:31 pm

Thanks Ed, I'll keep that in mind for my winter schedule. Maybe we could get someone else interested from here to go with? Any takers? If not I'll fiqure out what I have to do this winter and be in touch. Frank Price

stevefusco · Post by **stevefusco** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 5:15 pm

I just spent 3 days fishing in the Sea of Cortez. Marlin, Tuna and Derado. Off of Guaymas, MX. Wow what a weekend Steve Lucky Ducks 1990 Bertram 33 Sport Fisher Lucky Ducks

Capt. Ed · Post by **Capt. Ed** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 6:57 pm

Steve, Now your talking! That is exciting fishing and the type I most enjoy. Tight lines, Ed 1979 Bertram 33' FBC ALEXANDRA Port Richey, Florida

Capt. Ed · Post by **Capt. Ed** » Mon Nov 28, 2005 6:59 pm

Frank, You know Tim is a long time fisherman too! Did you see his Snapper photo post? Nice Ones! 1979 Bertram 33' FBC ALEXANDRA Port Richey, Florida

franklyprice · Post by **franklyprice** » Tue Nov 29, 2005 7:58 am

I agree.Nice!

Capt. Ed · Post by **Capt. Ed** » Tue Nov 29, 2005 10:53 am

HEY TIM, That's your que, take a bow! 1979 Bertram 33' FBC ALEXANDRA Port Richey, Florida