2J3KL INSHORE ATLANTIC HALIBUT TAGGING OPPORTUNITY
August 26, 2024
FFAW is now accepting applications for an INSHORE halibut tagging charter. The purpose of the charter is to tag 4 Atlantic halibut in an inshore area in 2J3KL. Caught halibut will be tagged and released by a FFAW tech using satellite tags, and fin samples of caught halibut will also be taken. All species caught will be released in a manner to best ensure post-release survival. No species are retained on this charter.
To be eligible, harvesters must have experience using longline. Harvesters must also possess knowledge of areas where halibut bycatch has been observed in recent years. Longline gear for the survey will be provided.
For additional information on the project or on compensation, or to obtain an application, please call Ian (iivany@ffaw.ca) at the FFAW office in St. John’s at (709) 576-7276.
The application deadline is Thursday, September 5th at 4pm.