Jacksonville Offshore Sport Fishing Club

The Return 'Em Right program is expanding into the South Atlantic, bringing release gear and training to offshore fishermen in NC, SC, GA, and East FL. After completing a free 15-minute online course, eligible fishermen can receive a free release gear package for the cost of shipping and handling. The program aims to improve the survival of released reef fish by promoting proper handling and release techniques. It’s a great opportunity to brush up on best practices and get some free gear 👇👇👇

Return ‘Em Right Expands to the South Atlantic, Bringing Free Release Gear and Training to Anglers in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia – Return 'Em Right ExpansionPress ReleaseReturn ‘Em Right Expands to the South Atlantic, Bringing Free Release Gear and Training to Anglers in North Carolina, South Carolina and GeorgiaJuly 27, 2026Media contact: — Nicholas Haddad, Return ‘Em Right program director, 352-327-1750, [email protected] Return ‘Em Ri...

📣 Action Needed: Help Secure a 31-Day Recreational Atlantic Red Snapper Season in 2026‼️

Florida is continuing to fight for an Atlantic recreational red snapper season in 2026—and we need you to speak up.

Earlier this summer, just hours before Florida’s anticipated recreational Atlantic red snapper season was set to begin, a last-minute federal court ruling halted our Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP) for Atlantic red snapper state management. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has been working tirelessly since to fight for state-led management solutions that prioritize Florida anglers while ensuring the long-term sustainability of the Atlantic red snapper fishery through improved data collection.

The FWC has submitted a revised EFP to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA Fisheries), hoping the historic 2026 recreational season can proceed.

If approved, Florida’s proposal would:

✔️ Test improved, state-led recreational data collection
✔️ Provide more accurate harvest information
✔️ Strengthen long-term management decisions
✔️ Allow for a proposed 31-day Atlantic red snapper recreational season in 2026


NOAA Fisheries is now accepting public comments through Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

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https://www.regulations.gov/docket/NOAA-NMFS-2026-2245

You may copy, paste, and personalize the message below:

I support the approval of Florida’s Exempted Fishing Permit to test improved state-led data collection and management for the recreational Atlantic red snapper fishery. The Atlantic red snapper population is healthy and abundant, and recreational access should reflect current stock conditions. Florida’s proposal would improve data accuracy, strengthen accountability, and allow for a 31-day recreational season in 2026.

Please approve Florida’s EFP so anglers can benefit from better management and expanded access.

Note: All official comments must be submitted through the federal e-Rulemaking portal or by mail.

Regulations.gov

ICYMI: Last night's club meeting was AWESOME 🙌🎣💙 It was SO GOOD to get the crew back together!!

We had a wonderful pulled pork dinner, handed out MANY fish slips, welcomed new members (yay🎉), declared the winners for the July Club Tournaments, learned about the newest offshore fishing app: SendIt, had some great raffles, and just enjoyed being back together 💕 Thank you to all who made it a successful evening!! P.S. we had a fun time celebrating a sailfish catch or two - more to come on that 🫣

Don't forget the August Club Tournaments are ON! Go catch 'em up JOSFC Fam 💪

OFFSHORE: Spadefish
INSHORE: Any Trout

See y'all soon 🙌

🎣 It's Meeting Week...FINALLY!!! 🎣

We’re back at the Clubhouse this Thursday night for an evening of great food, fellowship, fishing talk and fun!

🍽️ On the Menu
Pulled pork sandwiches with coleslaw and potato salad (bring your favorite dessert🧁)

🏆 Fish Slips
Our Fishing Director, Lynne, has a big stack of Fish Slips ready to hand out. Come see who has been putting fish on the boards!

📱 Fishing Weather App Demonstration
James Isbell will show us how to use the Fishing Weather App he created to help anglers better plan their time on the water.

🎟️ And, of course, we’ll close out the evening with everyone’s favorite = the JOSFC raffle!

Come hungry, bring a fellow angler and join us for a great night at the Clubhouse. We can’t wait to see everyone Thursday!

🎣 It's Meeting Week...FINALLY!!! 🎣

We’re back at the Clubhouse this Thursday night for an evening of great food, fellowship, fishing talk and fun!

🍽️ On the Menu
Pulled pork sandwiches with coleslaw and potato salad (bring your favorite dessert🧁)

🏆 Fish Slips
Our Fishing Director, Lynne, has a big stack of Fish Slips ready to hand out. Come see who has been putting fish on the boards!

📱 Fishing Weather App Demonstration
James Isbell will show us how to use the Fishing Weather App he created to help anglers better plan their time on the water.

🎟️ And, of course, we’ll close out the evening with everyone’s favorite = the JOSFC raffle!

Come hungry, bring a fellow angler and join us for a great night at the Clubhouse. We can’t wait to see everyone Thursday!

🎣 WE MISS YOU, JOSFC FAMILY 🎣

It’s almost been a whole month since we’ve been together and that’s far too long! We’ve missed the fishing stories, friendly faces, laughs and camaraderie that make the Jacksonville Offshore Sport Fishing Club so special🥰

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back at our club meeting next week on Thursday! Come catch up with old friends, meet some new ones and hear what’s happening on the water and around the club.

Not a member? That's ok! Come check it our or learn more at jaxfish.com.

Who else is ready to get the crew back together? 🙋🏻‍♀️

P.S. New club tournaments start tomorrow! August is Spadefish & Any Trout - more details posted in Dock Talk.

This is SO COOL 🎣 Dr. Laura Habegger is presenting research at a Research Conference in New Orleans acknowledging the JOSFC’s contributions to the University of North Florida Fisheries Biology and Functional Morphology research 🫶

📣 DON'T FORGET 📣 No club meeting tonight! Our next meeting is August 6th - SAVE THE DATE‼️

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