Recreational Fishing for Amberjack in the Gulf to Close

Recreational Fishing for Amberjack in the Gulf to Close: "October 19, 2009 - Orange Beach, AL (OBA) - In 2008, NOAA Fisheries Service implemented a recreational quota of 1.368 million pounds for greater amberjack harvested in the Gulf of Mexico. Recreational landings data indicate the recreational quota has been met. Therefore, in accordance with the regulations, beginning at 12:01 a.m., local time, on October 24, 2009, the recreational fishery for greater amberjack in federal waters is closed."