The Guide Post

In the latest #TheGuidePost Podcast episode, we are joined by Dr. Jeff Kneebone who breaks down what it will take to learn more about False Albacore. Dr. Kneebone is a research scientist at the Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life at the New England Aquarium. In this episode, Dr. Kneebone provides context for how these tagging networks operate, the operations strategy for deploying tags, efforts t...

After a recent discussion with captains and business owners from the Georgia coast, today Tony is joined by Capt. Tommy Derringer who is located just over the border south in St. Augustine, Florida. The two discuss the status of redfish in North Florida, the dynamics of this amazing fishery, the guide culture in the area and what the future looks like for this angling community. This podcast is pr...

In the latest episode of The Guide Post, Willy and Will sit down with Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Member Dr. Michelle Duval to discuss the recently approved Harvest Control Rule, which will change the way managers set recreational measures for black sea bass, summer flounder, scup, and bluefish. Dr. Duval, who has an extensive background in fisheries ecology and recreational fisheries...

Capt. Chad Dubose stops by The Guide Post to discuss a community movement gaining momentum to reassess and reform current recreational harvest limits for red drum in Georgia. The opportunity for Georgia anglers and captains to submit their public input closes on June 24th. To access the survey and make your voice heard, click here . This podcast is presented by Costa Sunglasses. Follow ASGA on Soc...

ASGA's Tony Friedrich and Capt. Cody Rubner catch up after a weekend on Cape Cod organizing the Inaugural Striped Bass Symposium. The duo discuss the future rollout for Symposium coverage, some fishing on the Cape and cliche travel stories from the east coast.

In this episode, Ross Boucek of Bonefish Tarpon Trust stops by the Guide Post to discuss BTT's recent campaign to protect permit spawning aggregations in the Florida Keys. Ross and Tony discuss the similarities between permit and other fisheries management fights, as well as how BTT is bringing science to the fight to protect these iconic flats fish. BTT's film "Pathway to Permit" in collaboration...

The episode you've all been waiting for: Tony, Willy and Capt. John McMurray breakdown what happened during the ASMFC Striped Bass Management Board's meeting to approve Amendment 7. This podcast is presented by Costa Sunglasses. Follow ASGA on Social to stay up to date on current events! Instagram = @SaltwaterGuidesAssociation Facebook = American Saltwater Guides Association

In this episode, Tony is joined by Mike Woods, the chairman of the Board for the New England Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers , and ASGA's policy consultant Will Poston to discuss what went down in the Amendment 7 Public Comment Process - including public comment numbers and the initial outlook for the future of Striped Bass on the east coast. This podcast is presented by Costa Sunglas...

In this episode, Tony and Peter draw the winners of the Striped Bass Public Comment Raffle (listed below) and send a quick thank you to everyone who made their voices heard in the Amendment 7 Public Comment process. Winners: Costa Pair #1: Jason Moore Costa Pair #2: Ben Burns SWE $250 Gift Certificate: Ben Whalley Simms Pro Dry Suit: Wesley Phillips This podcast is presented by Costa Sunglasses. F...

A heartfelt thank you to all those who supported the ASGA Amendment 7 for Striped Bass campaign. As we await the latest on the striper front, ASGA's Willy Goldsmith sits down with Greg Vespe, Executive Director of RISAA to discuss tautog. While blackfish are a little less "postcard pretty", they have become a big contributor to New England angling culture. Listen to Greg discuss their past wins on...

In this episode, Capt. Tom Roller (a council member of the South Atlantic Council) and ASGA's VP Tony Friedrich sit down to talk about a topic that makes some wary of speaking up: how heavily are public comments considered and what makes an effective public comment. The duo chop it up on best practices for public comments and provide some bonus striper-related discussion as well. This podcast is p...

The 2022 NOAA Recreational Saltwater Fisheries Summit just wrapped up today. There was a heavy ASGA presence at the two-day event that happens every four years. We caught up with some of the ASGA team members as they left to get their initial reactions. ______________________ This podcast is presented by Costa Sunglasses. Follow ASGA on Social to stay up to date on current events! Instagram = @Sal...

The 2022 NOAA Recreational Saltwater Fisheries Summit just wrapped up today. There was a heavy ASGA presence at the two-day event that happens every four years. We caught up with some of the ASGA team members as they left to get their initial reactions. ______________________ This podcast is presented by Costa Sunglasses. Follow ASGA on Social to stay up to date on current events! Instagram = @Sal...

The 2022 NOAA Recreational Saltwater Fisheries Summit just wrapped up today. There was a heavy ASGA presence at the two-day event that happens every four years. We caught up with some of the ASGA team members as they left to get their initial reactions. ______________________ This podcast is presented by Costa Sunglasses. Follow ASGA on Social to stay up to date on current events! Instagram = @Sal...

The 2022 NOAA Recreational Saltwater Fisheries Summit just wrapped up today. There was a heavy ASGA presence at the two-day event that happens every four years. We caught up with some of the ASGA team members as they left to get their initial reactions. ______________________ This podcast is presented by Costa Sunglasses. Follow ASGA on Social to stay up to date on current events! Instagram = @Sal...

There was a heavy ASGA presence at this week's Recreational Saltwater Fisheries Summit hosted by NOAA. We caught up with some of the team as they left the 2-Day event to hear their initial feedback from the event and their outlook going forward. ______________________ This podcast is presented by Costa Sunglasses. Follow ASGA on Social to stay up to date on current events! Instagram = @SaltwaterGu...

Join us at Six Harbors Brewing Company in Huntington this Wednesday! Doors open at 6:30 pm. The first 25 RSVPs for each event will receive a special door prize. Watch striped bass films, learn more about the Amendment 7 process, enjoy a cold one and win gear from the best conservation-minded brands in the business. How could a Wednesday night get any better? We'll see you at Six Harbors soon! Don'...

If you have Instagram or Facebook and associate yourself with salty outdoorsmen, you have probably seen a video filmed on the Chesapeake Bay that has gone viral within the striped bass and fishing space. As these posts harbor a lot of polarizing dialogue surrounding what appeared to be a load of large, breeder striped bass trapped within a seine net pinned to a commercial vessel for "multiple days...

Understanding the options and sub-options available in Amendment 7 is difficult and cumbersome. That's why our ASGA team has gathered to make a brief yet comprehensive series breaking down each section of A7. In addition to this podcast series, ASGA will also be releasing a comprehensive PDF breakdown in the coming days to help further digest the depth of A7. The final installment of the Understan...

Understanding the options and sub-options available in Amendment 7 is difficult and cumbersome. That's why our ASGA team has gathered to make a brief yet comprehensive series breaking down each section of A7. In addition to this podcast series, ASGA will also be releasing a comprehensive PDF breakdown in the coming days to help further digest the depth of A7. The third installment of the Understan...

Understanding the options and sub-options available in Amendment 7 is difficult and cumbersome. That's why our ASGA team has gathered to make a brief yet comprehensive series breaking down each section of A7. In addition to this podcast series, ASGA will also be releasing a comprehensive PDF breakdown in the coming days to help further digest the depth of A7. The second installment of the Understa...

Understanding the options and sub-options available in Amendment 7 is difficult and cumbersome. That's why our ASGA team has gathered to make a brief yet comprehensive series breaking down each section of A7. In addition to this podcast series, ASGA will also be releasing a comprehensive PDF breakdown in the coming days to help further digest the depth of A7. The first installment of the Understan...

Hey everyone! ASGA's Tony Friedrich here to let you know that the ASGA roadshow rolls on! We had a packed house at our first two events. Thank you Maine and Rhode Island for showing love and bringing great energy! Our community's passion and commitment to protecting our fisheries and coastal ecosystems is truly remarkable. The next stop on the Road Show tour is Marshfield, MA on Wednesday, March 9...

In this episode, the first winner of our collaborative stakeholder engagement campaign with Costa Sunglasses is announced. Tony & Willy answer Robert Young's question, "how does the average angler get more involved?". Want to win a pair of Costa Sunglasses and learn more about your role in fisheries management? You can learn more about the contest below! Costa Sunglasses continues to lead the...

Amendment 7 was approved for public comment Wednesday afternoon. For all those who want striped bass on the road to recovery, it was a win. In fact, instead of constantly fending off attempts to weaken management, we can now go on the offense and strengthen core conservation measures. In this episode, ASGA President Capt. John McMurray stops by to break down what happened at this week's meeting an...