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The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is soliciting proposals to restore the habitats and water quality of the Chesapeake Bay and its tributary rivers and streams. The Chesapeake Bay Stewardship Fund will award approximately $8 million - $10 million in grants in partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Program. Major funding for the Stewardship Fund comes from the Environmental Protection Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Forest Service, Altria Group and CSX.

Grants will be awarded in two categories: ...

The world’s largest striped bass tournament, the 30th annual Championship on the Chesapeake, concluded May 5^th with 470 boats and nearly 3,500 anglers. The Maryland Saltwater Sportfishing Association’s (MSSA) annual event lures in anglers from all over the Mid Atlantic to compete for their share of the nearly $200,000 in cash and prizes.

This year’s Champion is Chris Long (pictured right) from Avenue, Maryland. Long checked in a magnificent striped bass on the first day of the tournament measuring 50” and weighing 51.1 pounds. Long and his crew took first place in the main tournament and placed in several additional skill levels bringing his total winnings to $23,337.

Second place went to Troy Cook of Severn, Maryland with his 43.4 pound striped bass. Cook and his crew also placed in several skill levels bringing his total winnings to $14,583.

Third place went to ...

Amid growing fears of the devastating effects witnessed in other states whom have been victims of asian carp invasions, West Virginia is urging anglers to help stop the spread of the species. In order to help, the W. VA DNR is asking anglers not to transport fish or any other aquatic plants and animals.

Additionally, anglers should wash their boats, motors, and live wells at the end of every fishing trip. Anglers should report any sighting of an invasive species to the DNR as soon as possible. ...