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July 12, 2011
Call for police to stop illegal netting, selling of bonefish
POLICE across the Bahamas are being called on to stop the illegal netting and selling of bonefish in the Family Islands to protect the country's multi-million dollar industry.
Complaints of people 'dragging' or gill netting bonefish without consequence have been reported across the Family Islands, and police have been criticised for being slow to investigate.
Incidents
DeGraaf Adams, an a...
BNT Thanks the Public for Voicing Concerns Over Suspected Illegal Activity Near Bonefish Pond National Park
March 05, 2024
BNT Thanks the Public for Voicing Concerns Over Suspected Illegal Activity Near Bonefish Pond National Park
On February 25th, The Bahamas National Trust (BNT) received several reports from concerned citizens about suspected environmentally harmful activities happening in the Bonefish Pond National Park area. The reports included an eyewitness account of fill being dumped into the wetland.
Bonefishing Important to the Bahamian Economy
June 06, 2011
Bonefishing Important to the Bahamian Economy
Even outside of Coastal Awareness Month, the Coastal Awareness Committee continues to stress the need for Bonefish protection in The Bahamas, pointing out that Bonefishing contributes more approximately $140 million to the economy.
Earlston Mcphee, chairman of The National Coastal Awareness Committee, said law enforcement and education are important factors in the protection of Bonefish and the...
Bimini Bonefish Sam receives IGFA recognition
February 24, 2016
Bimini Bonefish Sam receives IGFA recognition
Bimini?s great bonefish king and Bahamian sports icon, the late Samuel Achilles ?Bonefish Sam? Ellis was posthumously bestowed the legendary ?Tommy Gifford Award? and inducted into the Hall of Fame by the International Game Fish Association (IGFA) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
July 07, 2015
Deep Water Cay offering 'free day' for any 10-plus pound bonefish caught
At Deep Water Cay in June at 15.44 lbs., just shy of the world record, Deep Water Cay is offering all guests booked in July and August a chance to win an entire free day for any bonefish caught weighing in at 10 pounds or more.
Fishing Legend Bonefish Folley's Last Boat Ride
August 23, 2012
Fishing Legend Bonefish Folley's Last Boat Ride
West End, Bahamas - Israel "Bonefish Folley" Rolle, one of The Bahamas most well known fishing legends of the 20th Century was laid to rest on Saturday, August 18, 2012 at St. Mary's Anglican Church in West End, Grand Bahama Island.
BNT Thanks the Public for Keeping A Watchful Eye
March 04, 2024
BNT Thanks the Public for Keeping A Watchful Eye
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - On February 25th, The Bahamas National Trust (BNT) received several reports from concerned citizens about suspected environmentally harmful activities happening in the Bonefish Pond National Park area.
On Da Hook
June 09, 2016
On Da Hook
IN THE Bahamas, due to its popularity and unparalleled number and size of fish, bonefishing is a category unto itself.
Gov't unveils jetski crackdown
July 20, 2011
Gov't unveils jetski crackdown
The Port Department this week met with New Providence jet ski operators to outline policies to "deal with the nuisance" their craft cause, with Exuma-based bonefishing guides warning that efforts to establish similar businesses on their island could jeopardise the $13 million earnings they have generated over the last 15 years.
Ear Deveaux, minister of the environment, confirmed to Tribune Busi...
BNT Invites the Public to Explore Parks for Free During National Parks Day on April 20th
April 18, 2024
BNT Invites the Public to Explore Parks for Free During National Parks Day on April 20th
This Saturday, April 20th, people can visit and explore national parks around The Bahamas for free during National Parks Day with The Bahamas National Trust (BNT).
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