NEW ORLEANS — Fishing regulators voted to increase this year’s red snapper quota by 2.5 million pounds and to start a recreational season Oct. 1 if the anglers’ share of the catch so far allows it.
There is much excitement over projects planned by two groups housed in county property at Navarre Beach County Park. Santa Rosa County Commissioners heard two separate funding requests from the lessees at the July 22 committee meeting.
A sunken boat just off the coast near Juana’s Pagoda in the sound has attracted the attention of both playful children and concerned citizens. As kids are climbing on and leaping from the boat, residents and visitors have wondered if there is a safety concern – or even a legal one.
Three kayak fishermen rescued a badly injured Loggerhead sea turtle Tuesday after they found it exhausted and close to death about a half-mile off shore at Navarre Beach.
Volunteers showed their support for the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center at a recent volunteer orientation meeting. The center, which is run entirely by volunteer positions, had 41 volunteers attend the meeting at the Hampton Inn ready to help in any way possible.
Tourists aren’t the only visitors flocking to the beach this time of year. Pesky deer and horse flies are also hitting the coast. And, unlike ordinary flies, these winged pests have a noticeable bite and can leave an itchy bump.
The many benefits of kayak fishing have made it a popular alternative to boat fishing, and president of the Gulf Coast Kayak Fishing Association Jay Kania agrees that the sport is gaining popularity.
