80% of oyster reefs have disappeared, reduced from overharvesting and environmental events. The oyster is so much more than just a fishery; it is a crucial foundational component of our bays’ ecosystem.
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Please consider submitting public comment on this pending permit application requesting a public meeting.
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CCA Texas has a long history of supporting TPWD Game Wardens up and down the Texas coast. This support often comes in the form of equipment, intern salaries, and in this particular grant, a floating cabin that will give the wardens adequate access to the waters of the Upper Laguna Madre, Baffin and the northern end of the Land Cut areas.
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approves proposal to modify the bag limit and slot size for Spotted Seatrout.
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CCA Texas's commitment enabled HRI to purchase a new bay boat that is optimized for use under everyday weather conditions in Baffin Bay.
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking public comments on proposed coastwide Spotted Seatrout harvest regulation modifications. Additional background information, CCA Texas' full position SUPPORTING the TPWD proposal, and more included here.
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“During their discussion with TPWD staff, it was clear that the Commission is concerned about the remnant effects of the 2021 freeze, elevated pressure on the resource, and the overall trajectory of the fishery,” stated Shane Bonnot, CCA Texas Advocacy Director. “Most notably, for the past 3 years, spring gill net catch rates in the Matagorda and San Antonio Bay Systems have experienced approximately 30% declines from the previous 10-yr mean and that alone warrants expeditious action.”
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Oysters play a vital role in our ecosystems, our recreational fisheries and our communities. Alongside an entire team of marine biologists and a stellar film crew – CCA, Mossy Oak and AFTCO have put together a short film highlighting the importance of our oyster reefs and the critters that call them home.
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Congratulations to the Corpus Christi Chapter for hosting another AWESOME Poco Rojo Fishing Tournament for the kiddos!
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The CCA Aransas Bay Chapter recently teamed up with Keep Aransas County Beautiful to host this annual cleanup where dedicated volunteers removed awful garbage from our beautiful coast.
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