Block Island Fishing/Spearfishing Regulations

[basstomouth]

Going up to block island next Wednesday through Saturday. Wanted a clarification on striped bass regulations, but would appreciate the full deal if possible. Thanks everyone

[nilsonov]

was looking to do this earlier this summer but couldnt find a spot...where are you staying? happen have room for more for one night?

[fishboy76]

Spearing around the island from shore or boat is about as good as it gets.

Striper regs are one fish per day between 28-35 inches. This slot is new this year and makes selecting a fish underwater a definite challenge

You also need a RI saltwater fishing license ($7/year RI Resident or $10/year non-resident or $5 for a week resident or non-resident)

http://www.dem.ri.gov/programs/manag...g-licenses.php

All species are same via spear as rod-n-reel. Tautog is closed till August 1. Lots of Black Seabass around the island in depths of 20-40.

http://www.dem.ri.gov/programs/marin...izes.php#recre

Enjoy!

[Agador]

Don't forget to clip the right pectoral (side) fin of the bass over 34" (between 34 and the maximum 35 inches)

And watch your back, there are a few Great Whites around, I saw a small one (~6ft) last weekend close to windmills.

[marc_pas]

Saw it while in the water or from the boat??

[ctspearjunky]

Got word a 13fter was off Balards in 45ft the day of the Species Meet