HAWAII FISHERMEN'S ALLIANCE for CONSERVATION and TRADITION, a 501(c)(5) organization
Subject: Fishing Nets Introduced by: Senators Espero, Galuteria, Green, Ihara, Kim, K. Rhoads, Ruderman Summary: Requires all fishing nets that are placed in the water to have identification tags with contact information of the net’s owner. HFACT Discussion: […]
Subject: Relates to bottom fish (Deep 7) Introduced by: Speaker of the House, Joseph Souki and Representative Tokioka Summary: Requires that any rule restricting the fishing of bottomfish (Deep 7) shall include citation of peer-review scientific basis that supports the […]
In the following weeks and months, HFACT will be focused on proposed legislation affecting fishermen. There are some that can negatively impact all boat owners and operators where it really hurts, the wallet. On the positive side, there is legislation […]
Throughout 2016, a study group comprised of varied and knowledgeable stakeholders from across the state reviewed the history of RPL initiatives. The objectives of the study were, how to: – Improve data collection – Foster improved dialogue between managers […]
Note: There is emphasis on discussion related to possible establishment of a NON-COMMERCIAL MARINE FISHING LICENSE. The following is a repeat of a DLNR email: Aloha, DLNR would like to invite the public to a special Fisheries […]
On November 2, 2016, Chef Chai and his staff, Wailua Boat Club, HFACT and other fishermen provided homeless, via the Institute for Human Services, a fresh fish lunch. A very worthwhile and memorable undertaking. MAHALO to all who made it […]
24′ Glass Ply. 2 foot extension. Radon cab. Hull is white. Cabin and cabin interior are white with green webbing. Boat was parked across from Waianae High School. Contact: Joseph Kahue-Sylva jkahuesylva@gmail.com
FEED THE HUNGRY, MAYBE WIN A TRIP TO LAS VEGAS or other prizes to be awarded plus, The Team donating the greatest total weight of fish will receive a FINOR Santiago 50W reel courtesy of IZUO. Application and indemnity forms: […]
MARK YOUR CALENDAR! EXPO & FISHING FOR HAWAII’S HUNGRY TOURNAMENT. “Stay tuned.” Tournament details to be posted separately.