how was the oyster season?
Honestly, for the size boat and size dredge ( 4" 18 tooth) we use, since start of season to now we have averaged 11 bushels a day, limit is 15. That said, last week was a sign of things to come, a end. We could move on to Wanchese, but by the time we pulled boat up, and looked for oysters it would be about time to come back and crab. So we'll grind it out for 2 weeks until we get pots dipped before we set.
NC's oyster program is pure [curd]. Really need to replant, and close it ALL for least 2 years. The bays need to remain closed for 5. Also, need to limit boats. If you didn't land oysters in 2013/14 thru now, you wont be able to. I know that is harsh for some, but there has been guys pulling out the worst junk to oyster with, people who normally just crab or fish nets.....I suppose with the new flounder rules people gotta do what they gotta.
