NFWF Grant Profile

Conservation Program(s):
Fisheries Innovation Fund
Project Title: Reducing Discard Mortality in the Recreational Atlantic Striped Bass Fishery (NY)
Organization:
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County
Project ID:
0303.19.065628
Description:

Conduct outreach and education in the recreational Atlantic striped bass fishery on proper fish handling and fishing methods in order to reduce discard mortality in Long Island, New York waters. Project will target recreational anglers through fishing groups, charter boats, and fishing expos to offer education on techniques to lower discard mortality in the recreational Atlantic striped bass fishery.

Award Amount:
$72259.42
Location:
Coastal New York