Looking at picking up a new boat and missed the Eugene Sportsman’s Show in Feb.? Need something to do in your free time and looking for volunteer opportunities? Wanting to figure out something for out-of-town guests to do this summer? Look no further. Three Rivers Casino is hosting a Boat and Fishing Show this weekend. There will be lots of things to look at, as well as discussions and demonstrations that are sure to be interesting.
What: Boat and Fishing Show
Where: Three Rivers Casino and Hotel
When: Friday, April 25th, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Saturday, April 26th, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Sunday, April 27th, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Here are some of the scheduled events:
Y Marina will be showcasing over 20 new boats of all styles and sizes. Come take a look at both ocean-going and river boats. They feature some Oregon boat makers as well as other great brands.
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary will be on hand daily from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. offering free boat inspections. Don’t risk a ticket for not having the right safety gear. Find out what you need to be safe on the water.
A seminar on fishing Central Coast waters is scheduled daily at 11 a.m.
A talk on invasive species is scheduled daily at 2 p.m. Learn how invasives affect your fishing opportunities.
A talk on the Rogue River “Holy Water” is scheduled daily at 5 p.m. If you’re interested in some of the best fly fishing Oregon has to offer, this is the place to be.
Dean Hendricks of North Country Flies and Lures will be giving hourly demonstrations on techniques for salmon, trout and steelhead. Dean is very knowledgeable about this area and is always happy to answer questions.
Saturday and Sunday only – Dick Sagara of Temple Fork Outfitters will be giving hourly fly fishing demonstrations.
Exhibitors you’ll find at the Boat and Fishing Show this weekend include:
Y Marina
U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
Siuslaw Fisherman’s Association
North Country Flies and Lures
Desoto Expeditions Guide Service/Fish Taxidermy
Salmon Harbor Charters
Prowler Charters
FFP
Sisters Compound Rods
Admission to the show is free and the whole family is welcome. Take some time this weekend to check out a local sports show that I hope will be an annual event.
See you on the water,
Action Jackson
(Please send comments or questions to Action Jackson at 268-6944 or www.actionjacksonfishing.com)
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Meetings Set For Freshwater Rules Changes
The Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife will be considering temporary rule changes to the 2008 fishing regulations due to expected low numbers of returning fall chinook salmon. State and federal agencies are considering changes in freshwater as well as ocean seasons and limits.
Public input is a large part of the Temporary Rule development process, and ODFW will be hosting 3 public meetings here on the coast. At these meetings, ODFW biologists will present forecasts on fall chinook returns and lay out proposals for rule changes. Public input at these meetings will be forwarded to the ODFW Commission at a June 6th meeting. Here are the public meeting locations and times:
April 29th, 7-9 p.m.– North Bend
North Bend Public Library (large conference room), 1800 Sherman Ave.
For more information, contact Mike Gray (541) 888-5515
April 30th, 7-9 p.m. – Newport
Hatfield Marine Science Center (Library Seminar Room), 2040 SE Marine Science Dr.
For more information, contact Bob Buckman (541) 867-0300, ext.224
May 1st, 7-9 p.m. – Tillamook
Oregon Dept. of Forestry, 5005 Third St.
For more information, contact Keith Braun (503) 842-2741, ext.233
Expected Low Returns Already Closes Commercial and Recreational Fisheries
On March 3, the National Marine Fisheries Service and the State of Oregon closed the commercial ocean troll salmon fishery and the recreational fishery due to anticipated low returns of chinook salmon. All forecast models showed very low returns are anticipated, especially for Sacramento River chinook and Klamath River 3 year-old chinook.
Your Opinion Matters!
Many people feel that decisions have already been made and that public opinion doesn’t matter, but believe me it does. I feel strongly enough about this issue to write letters, make phone calls and attend at least one of these meetings. Let’s all do the right thing are protect our state’s legacy of great fishing. If this means a few years of reduced opportunities in order to recover chinook numbers, then so be it.
See you on the water,
Action Jackson
(Please send comments or questions to Action Jackson at 268-6944 or www.actionjacksonfishing.com)
Public input is a large part of the Temporary Rule development process, and ODFW will be hosting 3 public meetings here on the coast. At these meetings, ODFW biologists will present forecasts on fall chinook returns and lay out proposals for rule changes. Public input at these meetings will be forwarded to the ODFW Commission at a June 6th meeting. Here are the public meeting locations and times:
April 29th, 7-9 p.m.– North Bend
North Bend Public Library (large conference room), 1800 Sherman Ave.
For more information, contact Mike Gray (541) 888-5515
April 30th, 7-9 p.m. – Newport
Hatfield Marine Science Center (Library Seminar Room), 2040 SE Marine Science Dr.
For more information, contact Bob Buckman (541) 867-0300, ext.224
May 1st, 7-9 p.m. – Tillamook
Oregon Dept. of Forestry, 5005 Third St.
For more information, contact Keith Braun (503) 842-2741, ext.233
Expected Low Returns Already Closes Commercial and Recreational Fisheries
On March 3, the National Marine Fisheries Service and the State of Oregon closed the commercial ocean troll salmon fishery and the recreational fishery due to anticipated low returns of chinook salmon. All forecast models showed very low returns are anticipated, especially for Sacramento River chinook and Klamath River 3 year-old chinook.
Your Opinion Matters!
Many people feel that decisions have already been made and that public opinion doesn’t matter, but believe me it does. I feel strongly enough about this issue to write letters, make phone calls and attend at least one of these meetings. Let’s all do the right thing are protect our state’s legacy of great fishing. If this means a few years of reduced opportunities in order to recover chinook numbers, then so be it.
See you on the water,
Action Jackson
(Please send comments or questions to Action Jackson at 268-6944 or www.actionjacksonfishing.com)
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