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South Carolina Red Snapper Season Opens October 9

NOAA Fisheries has approved a 14-day season. Free experimental harvest permit is required and will be available soon through the GoOutdoors app. Anglers must log all red snapper trips and catches using the VESL reporting app.

Follow our social channels and visit the Red Snapper Project homepage regarding important information, including permit and reporting details.

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