DNR Extends
Susquehanna Flats Striped Bass Catch & Release Season
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
Fisheries Service will extend the Susquehanna Flats catch and release
fishery for striped bass by one week. The fishery, originally scheduled
to close on May 3, will remain open until midnight on Friday, May 9.
Cold water combined with the forecast of an extended cool weather
period will keep water temperatures in an acceptable range for catch and
release fishing for striped bass. Maryland anglers and visitors to the
top of the Chesapeake Bay will enjoy another week of catch and release
fishing for stripers in the unique shallow water expanse that is the
Susquehanna Flats
“The experience of responsible catch and release fishing can not be
overstated,” said Fisheries Service Director Tom O’Connell. “We hope
that this extended season will allow Maryland’s anglers a longer
opportunity to enjoy our world-class fishing opportunities under ideal
weather conditions.”
Anglers are reminded that any striped bass over 40 inches in length,
caught during this period of time in the Susquehanna Flats may be
entered into the 2008 Maryland Fishing Challenge via a catch and release
citation form with photo documentation. Photos should be submitted
to gherlth@dnr.state.md.us.
Entrants will qualify for the chance to win a 2008 Toyota Tundra from
Central Atlantic Toyota, a boat, motor and trailer from Bass Pro Shops
and $5,000 worth of gear from Bill’s Outdoor Center. Smyth Jewelers and
Boater’s World will be offering valuable prizes during the Diamond Jim
portion of the contest. For more information on the Challenge, visit
www.dnr.maryland.gov/fishingchallenge/.
