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MFF US Northeast => Massachusetts => Topic started by: Baitbucket on May 14, 2020, 01:49 PM

Title: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: Baitbucket on May 14, 2020, 01:49 PM
Im hearing next thursday she opens to tagged private boats only. I dont think rentals will be allowed!

Heres hoping its true!
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: Baitbucket on May 14, 2020, 04:08 PM
confirmed!!

https://www.mass.gov/info-details/quabbin-reservoir-fishing-guide (https://www.mass.gov/info-details/quabbin-reservoir-fishing-guide)
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: fishsluggos on May 14, 2020, 05:36 PM
Thanks Will.
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: SalmonAndStriper Stalker on May 14, 2020, 07:40 PM
looks like you can take the boat off the market jon ;)
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: taxid on May 14, 2020, 09:10 PM
Glad for you guys.

 :clapping: :thumbup_smilie:
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: james1981 on May 15, 2020, 07:04 AM
 Its not too bad considering its really 10 to 14 days past a bad ice year there.. The pictures i have seen and reports I am the water stays high this year i am hoping this keeps the water temps lower this spring.
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: westernmas on May 15, 2020, 08:34 AM
Anyone see or hear anything that says the people on the boat have to be in the same household or is this rumor?
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: Baitbucket on May 15, 2020, 09:20 AM
Anyone see or hear anything that says the people on the boat have to be in the same household or is this rumor?

Rumor, they would have stated that on the page. Thats kind of a big deal.
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: westernmas on May 15, 2020, 10:45 AM
Rumor, they would have stated that on the page. Thats kind of a big deal.

Thanks for confirming.  That would be a nightmare to enforce anyway.
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: lowaccord66 on May 15, 2020, 11:41 AM
Good thing I just sold my quabbin boat.  Oh well...I have my buddies to use.
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: Unclegillhunter on May 15, 2020, 01:21 PM
Man I read all of the different things tags, permits, seasons, regulations, that folks in different states have to go through to go fishing, and then read people from the state I live in whining and crying about how bad we have it and think to myself they don’t have any idea how great we have it! Sounds like y’all have different boats cause of permits or to use on different bodies of water? I know that y’all have many different fishing opportunities but dang seems like a lot to keep track of! Y’all have a great season if you can!
Keep it safe! JDL
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: james1981 on May 15, 2020, 01:45 PM
Man I read all of the different things tags, permits, seasons, regulations, that folks in different states have to go through to go fishing, and then read people from the state I live in whining and crying about how bad we have it and think to myself they don’t have any idea how great we have it! Sounds like y’all have different boats cause of permits or to use on different bodies of water? I know that y’all have many different fishing opportunities but dang seems like a lot to keep track of! Y’all have a great season if you can!
Keep it safe! JDL

 The one great thing about New England vs other states out west is public access... You have to put up no trespassing signs for no access in this state there is an expected public use of the land by everyone which is great.
  I find Florida Keys is hard just because of all the tropical fish. Knowing the Groupers is a lot of work let along everything else. The regulations are tough and enforced. I have been rolled up on by FFW in their twin 250 hp Center consoles great guys, talk about a dream gig.
 
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: Baitbucket on May 15, 2020, 02:27 PM
Quick update!  Your vehicle must have mass plates. You must also wear a mask.

https://www.mass.gov/alerts/2020-quabbin-fishing-season-alert#1471771 (https://www.mass.gov/alerts/2020-quabbin-fishing-season-alert#1471771)
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: taxid on May 15, 2020, 04:39 PM
Quick update!  Your vehicle must have mass plates. You must also wear a mask.

https://www.mass.gov/alerts/2020-quabbin-fishing-season-alert#1471771 (https://www.mass.gov/alerts/2020-quabbin-fishing-season-alert#1471771)

Will looks like you have a mask that can do double duty! ;D
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: Baitbucket on May 15, 2020, 04:46 PM
Will looks like you have a mask that can do double duty! ;D

Been wearing one for years. You can call me Nostradamus lol
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: taxid on May 15, 2020, 04:55 PM
Been wearing one for years. You can call me Nostradamus lol

 :rotflol:
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: Baitbucket on May 16, 2020, 07:04 AM
They have started making appointments to reseal boats. Sounds like they are working pretty hard to get them tagged before they open on thursday.
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: lowaccord66 on May 16, 2020, 08:49 AM
The weird thing is they rescheduled my buddies wash but whats the point if you cant launch from out of state?
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: Baitbucket on May 16, 2020, 09:31 AM
The weird thing is they rescheduled my buddies wash but whats the point if you cant launch from out of state?

Im guessing that restriction wont last long after the state reopens.
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: SalmonAndStriper Stalker on May 16, 2020, 09:31 PM
cant decide between 8 or 31 for opening day
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: Baitbucket on May 17, 2020, 08:25 AM
8 typically has a longer line on opening day. That being said. Alot of guys cut tags, no boats from out of state, and no rentals. I think the lines will move pretty quick.
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: westernmas on Jul 31, 2020, 12:48 PM
FYI, for those that aren't aware, they Q is renting boats again starting this weekend.  For those with boats, it might impact when you want to get there due to lines.
Title: Re: Quabbin Opening!
Post by: lowaccord66 on Jul 31, 2020, 01:25 PM
FYI, for those that aren't aware, they Q is renting boats again starting this weekend.  For those with boats, it might impact when you want to get there due to lines.

Id be all about this...but I found bigger laker fun elsewhere!


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