Gulf Fishermen Gear Up for Virtual King Mackerel Health Check
Published Date: 5/4/2026
Notice
Summary
Fishermen, scientists, and fish lovers in the Gulf of America are gearing up for a series of online meetings starting May 18, 2026, to check on the health of king mackerel fish stocks. These webinars will help decide if any fishing rules need to change to keep the fish population strong and the fishing industry thriving. The meetings are free and open to the public, so anyone interested can join and learn how these important decisions are made.
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Public webinar: Gulf king mackerel review
You can attend the Gulf migratory king mackerel assessment webinar on May 18, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The webinar is open to members of the public, but you must contact Julie A. Neer at SEDAR to request an invitation and webinar access information at least 24 hours before the webinar.
Accessibility: sign language and aids request
The meeting site is physically accessible, and if you need sign language interpretation or other auxiliary aids you must contact the Council office at least 5 business days before the workshop. Send accommodation requests to the Council office listed in the notice to arrange access.
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