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Hawaii Fishing News April 2021 E-Zine Volume 46 Number 4
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Cover Story: ISLAND OF MAUI Lahaina Seawatch by Donnell Tate A huge marlin taken aboard the START ME UP DAS IT sets a high bar for Lahainas top fish of the year. Mail Buoy: Molokai Tournament & Shark HB355 Updates by L. Yonemura & C. Meyer Tournament Committee looking to 2022, and fisher input not considered on shark 'protection' bill. Tail Tales Three Diving Adventures by Tim Pang, Kalena Lenwai, and Leo Mourao Three different divers share their best adventures so far this year, and expecting more to come. As the Tide Turns by Stan Wright What a difference an hour makes! It is wise to check a tide chart before scheduling a fishing outing. The Gathering Place for Pelagics by WPRFMC Pacific striped marlin and bigeye tuna mix and mingle in the waters off Oahu. FCC, Please Don't Mess with GPS by BoatUS 5G mobile networks operating near the GPS frequency threaten marine navigation and weather forecasts. Lokahi Citizen Science: Team Update by Jim Hori This Fishing app team offers a progress report on the growth of the online community & the data being shared. ISLAND OF HAWAII Hilo Seawatch by Craig Severance Hilo Troller News: Marine Managed Areas need community input. Splash! by Robert Duerr Herbivore Scoping Sessions, Sea Urchins Graze on Choking Weed, Pohiki Ramp Restoration & more. Hawaii Small Boat Survey by Justin Hospital, NOAA Fisheries Look for yours, to help fishery managers better understand the importance of small boat fishing in Hawaii. ISLAND OF HAWAII Kona Charter Desk Report by Amber Hudnall The Kona charter fleet put together an impressive list of billfish and tuna catches in the 'off season'. 100-Plus Club News by JJ Balucan New 100-Plus Club member gets a lucky break at the end of a short battle with a 122-lb ulua. Crying Wolf by Gregory Brown The sea and weather conditions were prime for some great kayak fishing adventures. Fishing 101 by Stan Wright A great way to start your keiki fishing is with simple gear including a telescoping hand pole. Heeia Pier's Gathering Place Reopens! by Christina Henline Two fishing friends resurrect an iconic store and deli at Heeia Kea Harbor in Kaneohe. Game-Bird Hunting Recap by Richard Hoeflinger Despite a restricted season & declining catch data, hunters headed to the mountain to pursue their passion. Fresh Catch of the Day Ulua and Papio by the Fishwife Tempting Easy Broiled Papio, Gourmet Lovers Stuffed Ulua, and Ginger Steamed Ulua recipes. Somethin Fishy for the Young Angler by Allen Tsukamoto See Spot, Fishy Chum and Finny Funnies. Holoholo Style Readers' Pages by HFN Readers HFN anglers - young and old - share their favorite photos, adventures and awesome catches. HFN Shoreline and Offshore Tournament Calendar The tournament season is heating up with plenty of opportunities for fun firsts and big bills. HFN Tides and Moons, Island Charts and FAD Locations Fishing forecast, box jellyfish alerts, weather predictions and best days and times for fishing.