Ep. 450: Backwoods University - Bonus Episode: Pogie Boat Update

About this episode

This episode provides an update on the ongoing conflict between the menhaden fishing industry and conservation efforts following the passage of key reform bills.

Last fall we published an episode called “Pogie Boats” where we dove into a long-standing conflict between the commercial menhaden fishing industry and the recreational fishermen, charter fishermen, and conservation community. We also promised that we would keep you updated with this issue as it progresses. Just a few days ago, three key menhaden reform bills passed the senate natural resources committee, which is a big deal, and a step towards conservation on this highly-contested issue. Connect with Lake Pickle and MeatEater Lake Pickle on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , YouTube , and YouTube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics covered

• menhaden fishing
• conservation
• recreational fishing
• commercial fishing
• legislation
• environmental issues

Keywords

• Pogie Boats
• menhaden
• fishing industry
• conservation
• legislation
• recreational fishermen
• charter fishermen
• natural resources

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: MeatEater, MeatEater Lake Pickle, MeatEater Podcast Network

Places: senate, natural resources committee

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