On March 31, two local officers of the DEC attended to explain their responsibilities and answer questions from attendees. It was interesting to learn about their “typical workday”, it turns out there is no such thing since they are responsible to respond to calls at any hour. They are the first responders in the field and explained they call upon the expertise and guidance of the respective DEC divisions such as wetlands, licensing and forest rangers. There were a number of questions on fishing and hunting quotas, sizes and other related topics. In many cases, these guidelines are set by either the state or Federal Government and the role of the DEC is to enforce them. Some good questions were asked about the local problems with phragmites which are prevalent in our local waters. The renewed presence of foxes even came up, they are being seen more in numerous places. We plan to make this an annual event and invite community participation.
You can now buy EHSA merchandise displaying the cool EHSA logo, including selected Carhartt items. Ladies and kids sizes also. To browse, please click here.
On Tuesday 4/11 the East Hampton Town Board voted unanimously to permit Turkey hunting to residents with a town hunting permit on the town lands that already permit small game hunting. Thank you to the Maidstone Gun Club, the Montauk Boatmen and Captains Association, and every other local institution that came out in our support. The town lands will however be closed to hunting beginning the Thursday before Memorial Day.
Our 4/24 meeting will be a SIX (6) PM at Ashawagh Hall featuring guest speaker and Turkey Hunting expert Brian Leslie. We will also have Turkey meat snacks thanks to a Wild Fall Turkey generously donated to EHSA by Rich Hamilton.
The Maidstone Gun Club, where many of us socialize and practice shooting, is under attack by outside forces. They have created a separate account for the sole purpose of managing and maintaining their ongoing substantial expenses to defend the club.
Please consider donating to the fund. No amount is too small. Donations can be sent to PO Box 1588, East Hampton, NY 11937. Checks should be made payable to Maidstone Gun Club Legal Defense Fund.
Should you wish to make a cash donation or inquire about wire transfers, please reach out to Stephanie via phone: 631-537-7887 or email: maidstonegunclub@usa.net.
Per resolution of the Directors of the EHSA, membership is no longer restricted exclusively to East Hampton Residents.
Residents of Southampton, and locations further afield with an interest in preserving our local fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities are welcome to join as Associate Members and to participate in any EHSA activities.
Members must be at least eighteen (18) years old, be a legal resident of the Town of East Hampton or own real property within the Town of East Hampton.
Associate Members must be at least eighteen (18) years old.
Members and Associate Members must pay any initiation and/or annual membership fee or assessment as determined by the Board of Directors and meet any and all other requirements as determined by the Board of Directors as they deem appropriate.
Future Directors will be elected from the pool of TEH resident Members.
Monthly Meeting of the #EastHamptonSportsmensAlliance
Mon July 25th 7:00 pm
SCOVILLE HALL (NOTE CHANGE IN VENUE), 17 Meetinghouse Lane, Amagansett
GUEST SPEAKER: @mikeinthefield Mike Wright, Author of “In The Field” weekly at 27east.com/sports Mike will discuss local fishing action and best practices for releasing sportfish unharmed
The EHSA Monthly Membership Meeting is on Monday, April 25th, 2022 @ 7:00pm, Ashawagh Hall, Springs
Special Guest Speaker: Dan Rogers, Esq.
Dan Rogers is representing local Baymen & people who have and are still challenging the judicial system about access to “Truck Beach”, Amagansett, NY.
This issue can have far reaching impacts on some of the traditions that Town residents have enjoyed for generations as far as access to waterfront/beach-like lands for recreational and/or commercial use of marine waters in our Town.
