OUTSTANDING catch!!

Just heard, via Facebook, that the crew of Miss Britt, fishing the Fisher Island Tournament out of Miami, caught and released a 400# bluefin on sailfish tackle (20#) No mention as to the identity of the angler. By law, the fish was released.
Tight work Miss Britt!!! :hail
Tight work Miss Britt!!! :hail
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What law?
Or is it that the BlueFin Tuna quota been met and is closed?
Pretty sure the BFT quota's been met for 2013 and the 2014 season doesn't open until 1 June. It could also be the boat did not have a current Highly Migratory Permit.
PB
Than that makes sense
Not likely, it's one of the best crew and well known boat down here.
Marine Surveyor, SAMS-SA, ABYC
Wilson Yacht Survey, Inc
Agreed... but ---- happens. Someone forgot to buy a fishing license for a big tournament too if I recall. Cost them BIG. :cry
PB