成人抖阴Hosts Annual Nanticoke River Invasive Fishing Derby July 19
By 成人抖阴Public Relations
SALISBURY, MD---Dr. Noah Bressman, Salisbury University assistant professor of biological studies, is combating invasive species in local waterways, and Eastern Shore anglers can help.
Fishing newcomers, hobbyists and professionals alike are invited to the fourth Nanticoke River Invasive Fishing Derby, presented by SU Saturday, July 19 (rain date: Sunday, July 20) at Cherry Beach Park in Sharptown, MD. Anglers may begin fishing from 5 a.m. through weigh-in starting at 1:30 p.m., followed by awards, data collection, invasive species educational lessons and more.
A portion of all blue catfish and northern snakeheads caught will be provided to Bressman’s lab to continue research to learn more about their effects on the local ecosystem, with a focus on diet, growth speed and reproduction rates. Anglers may take home filets from their catches if desired.
“We really want to spread awareness in local waterway communities about what fish are invasive, and how they can minimize the population to relieve some pressure from striped bass and blue crabs, whose populations are on the decline,” said Bressman. “The event is family friendly for anglers of any age.”
Derby fishing is permitted at Cherry Beach Park for shore-based anglers. Those fishing from kayaks or boats may use any boat launch along the Nanticoke and tributaries such as Marshyhope Creek and Barren Creek. Maryland or Delaware tidal fishing licenses are required for most participants, respective to their fishing location. A section of Cherry Beach Park is designated as a license-free fishing zone for those without a license.
The event is hook and line only and does not include a bow fishing category. Angling instructors will be present to assist, as well as limited fishing gear to borrow for those who may not have their own supplies.
Though invasive species like blue catfish and snakeheads have developed a stigma due to the harm they can cause for native species, that does not mean they are unfit for consumption, Bressman said.
“It’s important for anglers to know these species should not be released, and we want to bring awareness to the benefits to the native aquatic species once removed,” he said. “We encourage using these catfish and snakeheads as a food source and will be sharing creative recipes at the event for those who want to try cooking them at home.”
Over $1,000 in prizes will be awarded including lures and gear from local manufacturers Old Skool Tackle Company, PHAT KATZ Catfish Rig, and Engel coolers from the Maryland Coastal Conservation Association (MD CCA). The free event is grant funded by Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources.
For more information visit the Facebook event or Bressman.
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