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DNR biologists complete red drum stocking for 2006

In 1987, the DNR’s Marine Resources Division began conducting intensive studies on recreationally important inshore fishes, including red drum. Research clearly demonstrated a decline in the number of red drum in South Carolina waters, and in 2001, changes in size and catch limits were enacted to protect this recreationally important species and allow for its population recovery.

• Moderate drought status maintained for Savannah River Basin
• DNR biologists complete red drum stocking for 2006
• State of clams report now on DNR web site
• Hampton County’s Lake Warren pier to be rebuilt by state DNR
• Shrimp-baiting season closes Nov. 13
• Natural Resources Board meets Nov. 17 in Columbia
• Waterfowl Advisory Committee meets Nov. 14 at Donnelley WMA
• DNR Marine Resources director elected vice chair of Atlantic Fisheries group
• Nomination deadline is Dec. 15 for state environmental award
• Rule change to affect snapper, grouper fishery
• DNR law enforcement committee will meet November 15 in Columbia
• 200 participate in Youth Hunting & Safety Day
• Governor's Cup Billfishing Series announces changes, 2007 schedule
• Oyster resource update now online
• Freshwater Fishing Trends
• Saltwater Fishing Trends
• S.C. Weekly Tidetable