2022 MVSA Member Derby Accomplishments and Full History now Posted

The 2022 MVSA Member Derby Accomplishments file and the full Past and Present MVSA Derby Accomplishment files have now been posted on the MVSA website (Thanks Ron Domurat). Check out all the accomplishments of our members during the 2022 Martha’s Vineyard Bass and Bluefish Derby. It is always great to see our members do so well in the derby and to enjoy the success of everyone over the years.

You can see both files at the following link or just go the CLUB tab and then MVSA DERBY ACCOMPLISHMENTS page.

http://www.mvsurfcasters.org/TheClub/MVSADerbyAccomplishments.aspx

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Must See Bluefish Blitz in North Carolina

Article: Terrified fish by the thousands throw themselves onto outer banks beach, videos show.

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Source:The News & Observer, North Carolina

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Author:Mark Price

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Date, October 17, 2022

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Check out this article of the massive blue fish blitz that happened in North Carolina. Just incredible pictures. Anyone who fished this year’s 77th Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby knows there was big blitzes of blues here too. If there are this many blues hear at the same time as in North Carolina the blues might be making a big comeback.
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Fishermen Fined for Having Undersized Striped Bass

Fishermen Fined for Having Undersized Striped Bass

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WPRI TV

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Steven Matregrano

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10/04/22

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East Providence R.I. (WPRI) –
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Environmental police seized a total of 27 undersized striped bass. that were illegally caught in R.I. this week, according to the department of environmental management.
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September 2022 MVSA Newsletter

The September newsletter is out and full of great events and photos. What an amazing job the Prez and everyone did on the Annual Tag Sale…Wow! Read all about it in this edition. There is also lots of other great events such as the Father’s Day barbecue, Annual picnic, shark tournament and annual tag sale supporting the scholarship program. Also check out our new MVSA merchandise and the latest standings in the MVSA Inhouse derby.
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Tight lines and be safe!
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Trustees Deep Six Beach Plan (MV Times, Abigail Rosen, 7/28/22)

MV TImes

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Abigail Rosen

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July 28, 2022
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After heavy criticism, The Trustees of Reservations announced Thursday afternoon it was withdrawing a draft beach management plan that placed significant restrictions on over sand vehicles (OSV) and dogs. The announcement was made through a press release and comes after the Edgartown conservation commission rebuked the plan. The release itself in its entirety quotes Trusteees President John Judge:

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CALL TO ACTION #2: Petition to TTOR for management of Norton Point and Chappy beaches.

The Executive Committee of the Martha’s Vineyard Surfcasters Association has voted to circulate this petition regarding management of Norton Point and Chappy TTOR beaches to its membership. The TAKE ACTION link petition was created by the MV Beachgoers Access Group.
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Please consider clicking on the link below and signing if you agree.

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The time to act is now so please do not delay your response!

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Thanks in advance for your support of this urgent issue.
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CALL TO ACTION: TTOR Beach Management Plan Response Needed – Sample Letter Format

The Trustees of Reservations has published a proposed Beach Management Plan that will significantly impact access of people and dogs to the beaches of Norton Point and Chappy. This plan is felt by many to be significantly more restrictive than prior policies. Some have commented that it is not consistent with the trustees’ statement of “preserve for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic and ecological value in Massachusetts”.

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TIME TO ACT: If you are at all concerned with the plan and the restricted access the time to voice your opinion is NOW! There is only a limited time to make your opinion heard before it is too late. Enclosed below is a “sample”  Word format that can be used to voice your opinion to the President of TTOR (John Judge). You can use this form as a guide or create your own personal letter but either way please make your opinion known in writing. Please send to both email and snail mail at the following addresses:

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John Judge email: jjudge@thetrustees.org

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John Judge U.S. mail: CEO Trustees of Reservations, 200 High St., Floor #4, Boston MA 02110

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MUST READ: MVSA Previous Involvement with TTOR and Beach Management – April 2006

Please read this important article at the link below detailing the MVSA involvement with TTOR back in  April 2006. This original article was published in the MV Times on April 6, 2006 and written by Nelson Sigelman. This is great history of the MVSA working with TTOR and other authorities when TTOR was originally working toward taking over and managing Norton Point. There has been a long standing, good history of the MVSA supporting and working with TTOR.
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There is now a new TTOR Beach Management Plan out for review with a target date of implementation of October 1, 2022. Please see the related article with all details under the BLOG section or NEWSWORTHY EVENTS section of the MVSA homepage website. This details the plan and has a direct link to the TTOR Beach Management Plan.
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This new plan is very time sensitive and if you want to be involved NOW IS THE TIME to express your views and opinions. There is also a survey in the TTOR Beach Management Plan which is a great way to make your voice heard.

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IMPORTANT: TTOR Beach Management Program Review – MUST READ!!!

The Trustees of Reservations has just published a BEACH MANAGEMENT program that will significantly impact access of people and dogs to the beaches of Norton Point and Chappy. It is felt by many to be significantly more restrictive than prior policies. Some have commented that it is not consistent with the trustees’ state wise mission statement “preserve, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic and ecological value in Massachusetts”. Some are supportive of the new restrictions.
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If you are concerned about your access, your friend’s access, your renter’s access, or your dog’s access, you are encouraged to access the link below, AND follow the links of interest, particularly the links “click here to review and comment”” and “we want to hear from you”. You can also do the following:

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1. Contact the trustees with your concerns.

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2. Be aware of restrictions if and when you purchase an OSV permit.
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3.Join Facebook group “MV Beachgoers Access Group”

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4. Be heard with other beachgoers, numbers count, attend one of the 3 meetings listed in the link below.
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June 2022 MVSA Newsletter

Well summer is right around the corner and the Blues and Bass are in! Lots of nice fish being caught around the island and some blues into the 11+ pound range. Check out the June 2022 Newsletter. Congrats to Ron Domurat for catching the first bluefish of the 2022 season on May 23rd!!! There is also updates from the Treasurer, donations needed for the tag sale and the upcoming shark tournament. Check out the updates on some new MVSA swag, updates on the TTOR and much, much more.

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