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The Guide Post

American Saltwater Guides Association

A community hub where anglers, fishing guides, scientists, and policymakers connect to discuss fisheries, their history, their futures, and the importance of effective management. Produced by the American Saltwater Guides Association. Presented by Costa Sunglasses.

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EP186: 500 Million Missing Fish | Mario Campo

The Guide Post ·

2025/10/15

The “most important fish in the sea” just exposed one of the biggest management failures in decades. A new assessment shows Atlantic menhaden quotas were set 300 million pounds too high. The fallout could reshape both the Atlantic and Gulf fisheries — and what happens next is up to us. Our Association stands firm on three statements: (1) The Atlantic fishery needs to "take the cut", and the industrial reduction fleet needs to front a majority of that reduction. We can no longer accept half the

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49:12

EP185: Massive Reductions for Menhaden Industry

The Guide Post ·

2025/10/13

What’s going on?The “most important fish in the sea” just exposed one of the biggest management failures in decades. A new assessment shows Atlantic menhaden natural mortality was inaccurately estimated for years, causing quotas set 300 million pounds too high. A significant, immediate reduction is necessary to align with science-driven management and right the course of a critical forage fish. The Atlantic fishery needs to “take the cut”, and the industrial reduction fleet needs to front a majority

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1:04:43

EP184: Striper Meeting Recap | ASMFC Summer Meeting 2025

The Guide Post ·

2025/08/09

A recap of the ASMFC Summer Meeting 2025.

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1:22:25

EP183: Accused of Nothing - The "No Targeting...

The Guide Post ·

2025/07/28

Alan Batista—a well-known striped bass angler, fishing author, and advocate from Maryland—joins the Guide Post to break down a recent run-in with enforcement that sparked serious questions about current fisheries policy. Alan was issued a ticket for allegedly targeting striped bass during a closed season despite doing nothing wrong. This episode dives deep into the reality of so-called “no-targeting” regulations: what they actually mean, how they’re enforced (or not), and why they represent a

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1:00:27

EP182: Adventures of Jako Lucas

The Guide Post ·

2025/07/08

The legend "Capt. Jack" stops by to share tales from global experiences and discuss his involvement in The Jack Project in domestic waters.

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46:38

EP181: Spawning Fish & Firework Safety

The Guide Post ·

2025/07/06

ASGA's Tony Friedrich and Cody Rubner hop on The Guide Post to toss around a couple of thoughts about protecting spawning fishing before the holiday.

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1:06:00

EP180: Fathers Day Round Up

The Guide Post ·

2025/06/15

It's been too long! Tony and Cody rekindle the Guide Post flame after a hectic spring season on the policy and community fronts. This episode includes an update on Redfish, Stripers, Jack Crevalle, Tie Fest and more...

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1:09:25

S3 EP179: Mystery of the Migrators - Tracking Highly...

The Guide Post ·

2025/06/01

In this guest lecture, Dr. Walt Golet from the University of Maine provided an in-depth exploration of the remarkable physiology and global movements of Atlantic bluefin tuna. Dr. Golet highlighted the species’ exceptional adaptations, such as their ability to regulate body temperature and sustain high-speed, long-distance migrations, which contribute to their status as apex ocean predators. The seminar discussed extensive lab research efforts, including the collection and analysis of over 12,000

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49:44

S3 EP178: Living With Great White Sharks

The Guide Post ·

2025/06/01

Throughout the history of time, there have been few other animals that evoke such a strong emotional response from the general public as the great white shark. From Hollywood-driven fear to sublime fascination, the great white shark has captivated the imaginations of hundreds of millions of people. Few know this species better than Dr Greg Skomal, of the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries. Since 1987, he has served as the senior fisheries biologist at MA DMF and has become one of the world’s

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54:57

S3 EP177: Economics of Catch & Release Fishing

The Guide Post ·

2025/06/01

How much is a fish worth? Most anglers would immediately default to answering that question based on what the cost of that fish sells at market. The real answer, however, is much more complex! In this engaging and informative seminar, Dr Ben Meadows of the University of Alabama at Birmingham provides viewers an in-depth look into the economics of catch & release fishing. Using striped bass as a case study, Meadows engages listeners with relatable prose that helps dispel many of the myths of

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1:28:51

RAPID REACTION: Albies Win in NC

The Guide Post ·

2025/03/12

After years of data pouring in from The Albie Project, advocacy, persistence, and support from our dedicated community, we’re excited to share a major win for false albacore management. Today, the North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission (NCMFC) narrowly passed a proposed rule that establishes much-needed safeguards for this critical species. The vote was close, but ultimately, the Commission recognized the need for responsible management. Get the full scoop in this Rapid Reaction podcast!

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41:24

EP175: Rod Building Entrepreneurship | Zack's Custom...

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2025/02/03

In this episode ofThe Guide Post, we dive into the world of custom rod building with Zack Richardson, the entrepreneur behind Zack’s Custom Rods. From humble beginnings crafting rods in his childhood home to building a thriving business in Westport, Massachusetts, Zach shares his journey of passion, persistence, and problem-solving. He talks about the challenges of scaling a business, the importance of customer service, and how he navigated the fishing industry to establish a fast-growing business

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1:37:55

EP174: Science in the Seychelles | Keith Rose-Innes

The Guide Post ·

2025/01/20

In this special episode ofThe Guidepost, guest host Nick Jones welcomes a true titan of the fly fishing world, Keith Rose-Innes. As the Managing Director and co-founder of one of the most renowned fishing outfits on the planet, Keith shares his extraordinary journey—from pioneering remote fisheries to championing conservation efforts in the pristine atolls of the Seychelles. Dive into Keith's decades of experience as he reveals the secrets behind targeting iconic species like Giant Trevally,

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1:28:51

EP173: Grit & Determination | Captains for Clean Water

The Guide Post ·

2025/01/18

In this episode ofThe Guide Post, we’re joined by Captain Daniel Andrews, co-founder of Captains for Clean Water. Daniel shares his story and role in the organization’s mission to fight for sound water management in Florida and restore the iconic Everglades. We dive into how Captains for Clean Water is uniting communities to protect Florida's coastal ecosystems and what it takes to be an impactful advocate.

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33:32

The Angling Economy #2 - Goods & Market Failures

The Guide Post ·

2024/12/24

ASGA brings you part two of a new series, diving into the fascinating world of fisheries and natural resource economics. Economist Dr. Ben Meadows breaks down the concept of market failures, the different types of goods (private, public, common resources, and club goods), and their relevance to fisheries management. In this episode, we dive into the challenges of balancing resource use with conservation, the role of norms in managing common resources, and why simple solutions like negotiation often

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1:19:39

EP170: Management Woes & Offensive Memes

The Guide Post ·

2024/12/23

The ASGA team provides a striped bass recap before the holidays and sets the scene for what lies ahead in 2025.

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57:14

The Angling Economy #1 - Back to School

The Guide Post ·

2024/12/18

In this inaugural episode ofThe Angling Economyseries, host Tony Friedrich introduces Dr. Ben Meadows, an environmental and natural resource economist with a passion for fishing and conservation. Together, they dive into the intersection of economics and fisheries, explaining foundational concepts like scarcity, trade-offs, opportunity costs, and supply and demand. Using relatable analogies and real-world examples, Dr. Meadows sheds light on how these economic principles influence fisheries

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EP168: STRIPED BASS ACTION ALERT

The Guide Post ·

2024/12/08

The ASMFC Striped Bass Management Board must take action to fulfill their obligation to rebuild our striped bass fishery. We believe the Board needs to prioritize the long-term health of this shared resource and equitable contributions to conservation by all sectors. Reductions should balance impacts across jurisdictions. Law enforcement has deemed no-targeting closures unenforceable. Despite the fact that they are a large portion of the proposed management options, ASGA remains adamant that

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1:04:45

EP167: Striper TC Report Q&A

The Guide Post ·

2024/12/07

In this episode, the ASGA team dives into the latest developments from the Atlantic Striped Bass Management Board's Technical Committee Presentation Webinar. Hosts Cody and Tony recap the complex two-and-a-half-hour meeting, including a detailed Q&A session. Key topics include the challenges of implementing equitable seasonal closures, the controversy surrounding "no-targeting" regulations, and the role of flawed data in shaping management decisions. Tune in to hear critical questions from the

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1:04:44

RAPID REACTION: Mystery Stripers That Don't Exist

The Guide Post ·

2024/12/06

In this episode, hosts Tony Friedrich, Kyle Schaefer, and Cody Rubner deliver a rapid reaction to the latest developments in striped bass management. They dissect the Technical Committee's report and highlight concerns about proposals such as no-targeting closures, which are inequitable and unenforceable. The team unpacks flawed assumptions driving management decisions, including projections based on data that fail to reflect the current state of the fishery. Kyle offers a guide’s perspective on the

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