New Year=New Rules

[cavalla]

With the new year we are at the mercy of a new set of rules. Here in North Carolina the saltwater fisherman have to acquire a fishing license.

My question is, if you previously have a lifetime fishing license in NC for inland waters will it now suffice for saltwater?

Also, I have not heard much on the circle hook rules in billfish tournaments in '07. I know there was a lot of discussion about it, but do not know the final outcome.

So, my question, is the rule going into effect tomorrow and the rest of the year or not?

thanks guys

[Graceland]

You're covered on your saltwater license.

Exemptions
Individuals under16 years of age.
Individuals who purchase any of the following WRC licenses prior to Jan. 1, 2006:
· All categories of Lifetime Sportsman licenses;
· Lifetime Resident Comprehensive Fishing License;
· Lifetime Combination Hunting and Fishing License for Disabled Resident Sportsman;
· Disabled Resident Sportsman;
· Lifetime Fishing License for the Legally Blind; and
· Adult Care Home Resident Fishing License.

From:http://www.ncfisheries.net/recreational/NCCRFL.htm

Sorry, I don't know the answer on the circles.

[JD5652]

Here's the result of the circle hook issue....and they start today...

http://billfish.org/NewsArticle.asp?ArticleID=20

http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/sfa/hms/hms...files/FMPs.htm