Striped bass are central to the culture, economy, and ecology of the Chesapeake Bay to the entire Atlantic Coast; their importance is reflected in the sheer number of monikers they have collected, from striper to rockfish. Given their regional significance, understanding their population dynamics and emerging concerns for management are crucial to protecting this iconic species for generations to come.

Speakers:

• Simon Brown, Fisheries Biologist, Maryland Department of Natural Resources
• David Sikorski, Executive Director, Coastal Conservation Association – Maryland