A popular coastal Alabama fishing pier has reopened to the public under county ownership.
He’s joined often by his Reel Fishing Crew buddies who regularly fish the sprawling pier that is open 24/7 at the entrance to Dauphin Island.The popular pier reopened on Monday with Harris, other members of the, and other visitors returning to their popular fishing spot. It had been closed for approximately four months after the county purchased the pier in December and invested around $50,000 to make repairs, renovations and remove unstable and worn areas.
But McRae said he has some worries. Noticeably absent from the pier is the bait shop that once stood at its entrance. It was demolished this winter. “My father started it 30 to 40 years ago and we all have worked here and grew up here,” he said. “My son’s first job was hauling trash out in the parking lot. We can’t just forget about it. We are concerned with how it goes.”
“Would it be more convenient ? Absolutely,” Dueitt said. “But on the other hand, less than a mile from here, there is a bait shop. I certainly don’t want to be competing with their business.” Out-of-state residents will require the license to fish, and they can purchase one through their cell phone while visiting the pier. Dueitt said that a code is displayed at the pier’s entrance that allows visitors to access the state’s Marine Resources Division website so they can purchase the fishing license.
He added, “The most important thing to do is to get the pier open so people can start fishing. Everything else will come in the future.” “The governor has not used those funds anywhere but in Mobile and Baldwin counties, but this makes everyone here feel a bit easier about those funds staying in those counties like they have been since the beginning,” said Chris Blankenship, commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
México Últimas Noticias, México Titulares
Similar News:También puedes leer noticias similares a ésta que hemos recopilado de otras fuentes de noticias.
Hot Dog Heaven opens new and improved space in Amherst following 2020 fire (photos)The popular restaurant reopened on Monday, April 4.
Leer más »
Alameda County courts to reopen courtrooms, expand hoursThe Superior Court of Alameda County says that starting later this month, it plans to reopen courtrooms and expand hours at its clerk’s office after closures first spurred by the COVID-19 pan…
Leer más »
Fort Collins man shot by Larimer County deputies dies in incident at landfillA suspect shot by at least one Larimer County deputy at the county landfill on Thursday afternoon has died, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office reported Saturday.
Leer más »
'Gold fish crackers' exposed 3 Virginia toddlers to THC, sheriff saysThe Stafford County Sheriff said in March three toddlers were taken to a hospital after they showed 'lethargic and uncoordinated behavior as well as glassy, bloodshot eyes.'
Leer más »
When does spot shrimp fishing season start in Washington?The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced on Wednesday the start of spot shrimp fishing for the Puget Sound. FOX13
Leer más »
Voters Eye Candidates Ahead of Alabama Primary Election - Alabama NewsAlabama's primary elections are less than 6 weeks away. Are voters excited about any of the candidates or issues? alnews alpolitics campaign2022 alabamanewsnetwork
Leer más »