LFA 25 Post Season Gear Retrieval

LFA 25 Lobster Fishers

The PEIFA is seeking up to 14 Captains for the 2023 LFA 25 Post-Season Gear Retrieval Program.

To participate in the program fishers must hold a Fall Lobster License in LFA 25 on PEI.

Duties include assisting in the gear retrieval activities in priority areas within LFA 25. Participants will use their own personal grappling equipment for the purpose of locating lost fishing gear. Captains will be provided with a section 52 permit, which will allow gear to be taken on board and moved to designated wharves and secure storage. Gear retrieval will take place on the 3 best weather days between October 16th to October 21st, 2023. Captains will need to sign a contract with the PEIFA and provide proof of marine insurance. Two crew members will also be required per vessel. Remote Operative Vehicle (ROV) equipment may also be trialed on board participant vessels during gear retrieval activities. Captains will be required to fill out basic log sheet information for each trip and for gear retrieved. Payment for Captains will be an all-inclusive rate of $300/hour for 12 hours, including fuel, crew wages, etc.

A separate registration will be posted in the coming weeks for those interested in participating in the ‘volunteer’ gear retrieval program. The volunteer program covers local fishing grounds and is completed from the captain’s respective harbour without the requirement to travel long distances or relocate. A small per-diem will be issued to the volunteers with a minimum number of at-sea hours that day to assist with fuel and other expenses.

REGISTRATION DETAILS:
Registration dates: Friday, September 1st, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday, September 11th, 2023.
Fee: No fee to register
How to register: Online or by phone. Please use the form below to enter registration information. To register by phone, call the PEIFA @ 902-566-4050.
Draw: A draw of qualified applicants will be made if more than 14 persons apply.

Registrations after 4:30 PM, September 11th Monday, 2023, will NOT be accepted.

For more details on the requirements of the project, please contact Kelsey MacDonald at 902-330-3891 or Laura Ramsay at 902-393-2281.