Posts tagged Descending device
Nick Haddad/Return 'Em Right - How To Use A Descending Device and get one FREE - Episode #744

Nick Haddad is the Sustainable Fisheries Communications Manager for Return ‘Em Right which is a new program that is the leading voice for tackling catch and release mortality due to barotrauma in the Gulf of Mexico. Their mission is to improve reef fish survival by equipping anglers with the knowledge and gear to release reef fish confidently and successfully. Offshore anglers can visit returnemright.org (https://returnemright.org/) to learn about barotrauma and participate in a short 15-minute training on best release practices, including venting and descending. Eligible anglers can also earn free release gear to use out on the water.

We talk about the different devices, proper use and the laws and rules around proper release of reef fish.

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David Moss -  Fisheries Project Manager for The Nature Conservancy - Episode #693

David Moss is the fisheries Project Manager for The Nature Conservancy in Florida who has recently been working on implementing descending devices to improve the survival rate of Grouper and Snapper. The new Deck to Depth program will drive collaboration with recreational anglers, captains, and others across Florida to promote proper release practices and better data collection.

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