Testing Pop-Up Systems in the Box and King Crab Experimental Fishery Project - Major Amendment
Summary
SCH Number
2024110362
Public Agency
California Fish and Game Commission
(CDFGC)
Document Title
Testing Pop-Up Systems in the Box and King Crab Experimental Fishery Project - Major Amendment
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
11/13/2024
Document Description
Experimental fishing permit (EFP) for testing and commercial use of pop-up fishing systems for take of brown box crab and California king crab.
Contact Information
Name
Melissa Miller-Henson
Agency Name
California Fish and Game Commission
Job Title
Executive Director
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Counties
Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Ventura
Regions
Countywide, Southern California
Other Location Info
The project will occur between Point Conception (34° 27’ N. latitude) and the
California/Mexico border (32° 32’ N. latitude) and in depths between 60-150 fathoms.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 15306
Reasons for Exemption
The purpose of the project is to gather information for improving fisheries management or expanding fishing opportunities in the state by allowing researchers and fishers to engage in commercial or recreational marine fishing activities that are otherwise prohibited. All activities conducted under the project must comply with the terms and conditions placed on the permit for research purposes and the conservation and management of marine resources and the environment.
County Clerks
Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Ventura
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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