To participate in a Special Harvest Program, eligible applicants must possess a valid DEC Food Fish License. A summer flounder permit is required to participate any summer flounder special harvest program.
Review parameters and requirements below for each program and submit a completed application to register to participate in the respective special harvest program. For current New York State commercial fishing trip limits, visit DEC's Commercial Harvest Limits.
Scup Weekly Harvest Program
Closed 6/15/2025
2025 Black Sea Bass Special Harvest Program
Closed 4/19/25
2025 Summer Flounder Weekly Harvest Program
Closed 4/19/25
2025 NYS Cooperative Multi-State Possession and Landing Program
Closed 4/19/25
