Posted Tuesday October 21, 2008

 
PUBLIC NOTICE
MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
FISHERIES SERVICE
SUMMER FLOUNDER RECREATIONAL FISHERY SEASON CLOSURE

The Secretary of Maryland Department of Natural Resources, pursuant to Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 08.02.05.12E, announced the closure of the 2008 recreational fishery for summer flounder in all state waters effective 12:01 am October 24, 2008. The National Marine Fisheries Service has estimated that Maryland’s 2008 recreational quota for summer flounder has been achieved.

The 2009 Maryland recreational fishery will open January 1, 2009 under conditions outlined in COMAR 08.02.05.12.

John R. Griffin
Secretary
Maryland Department of Natural Resources