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Enhanced Conservation Rules on Use of Bait and Hooks; Minimum Size Reduced to 19 Inches

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he opening of regular striped bass season May 16 began with new conservation-minded regulations pertaining to the use of bait, gear and hooks.

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The Maryland General Assembly Joint Committee Administrative, Executive and Legislative Review Committee recently approved Maryland Department of Natural Resources regulations, which are effective now through Oct. 12, 2018.

Effective May 16, 2018, in Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries:

  1. Anglers must use non-offset circle hooks when live-lining or chumming;
  2. Anglers must use circle hooks or “J” hooks when using fish, crabs or worms as bait, or when using processed baits; and
  3. The minimum size for striped bass is 19 inches.

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