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Maryland 2020 Striped Bass Fishing Opens in Chesapeake Bay
Submitted by: TBC Press
Posted on: 05/01/20
Disclaimer: The views expressed on this site are that of the authors and not necessarily that of TBC Press
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Charter boats and commercial fishermen, which are regulated as part of the food supply chain, can continue operating but must abide by social distancing guidelines and may not have more than 10 individuals (including captain and crew) on the vessel at any time. Following U.S. Coast Guard guidelines, the department recommends charter boat operators consider implementing additional safety protocols such as regular disinfecting of surfaces and using personal protective equipment.
Maryland Natural Resources Police will be on patrol to assure these rules and guidelines are being followed.
All conservation regulations for this season can be viewed on the Maryland Department of Natural Resources website.
COVID-19
As OUR COUNTRY SLOWLY STARTS to REOPEN AGAIN (from the COVID-19 pandemic) and continue to enjoy outdoor activitie, ALL outdoorsmen (man, woman, child) should follow the guidelines set by nps.gov. These guidelines include; social distancing, the Leave No Trace principles, including pack-in and pack-out, to keep outdoor spaces safe and healthy.
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Maryland 2020 trophy-sized striped bass may be targeted in the Chesapeake Bay from May 1 through May 15 under the following guidelines. Bag limit is one fish per person, with a 35-inch minimum size limit
Marylanders are reminded that the governor’s Stay at Home directive to reduce COVID-19 transmission remains in place, and recreational fishing and boating are currently prohibited.
Fishing for sustenance is allowed, which means anglers must catch and keep any legal fish and should return home as quickly as possible after doing so.
