Get Noaa Vtr Reporting Form

Completing the Noaa Vtr Reporting Form accurately is essential for compliance with federal fishing regulations. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions for filling out the form online, ensuring that all necessary information is included.

Follow the steps to fill out the Noaa Vtr Reporting Form effectively

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the Noaa Vtr Reporting Form and open it in your editor.
2. Enter your vessel name in the designated field. If your vessel does not have a name, please use 'UNNAMED'.
3. Input your USCG documentation number or state registration number if applicable.
4. Fill in your NMFS vessel permit number, which consists of six digits.
5. Record the date and time you sailed using the proper format (MM/DD/YY and 24-hour time).
6. Document the date and time you landed back at port, following the same date and time format.
7. Select the appropriate trip type by checking one box for commercial, RSA/EFP, party, or charter.
8. Indicate the number of crew members including the captain and the number of anglers for party or charter trips.
9. Enter the gear code associated with your fishing equipment from the provided gear codes table.
10. Specify the mesh/ring size for the gear being used, averaging sizes if multiple are utilized.
11. Provide the quantity of gear being used, noting averages if more than one type is applied.
12. Record the size of the gear, using the appropriate definitions from the fishing effort information table.
13. Indicate the average fishing depth in fathoms.
14. Count and enter the total number of hauls performed during the trip.
15. Input the chart area fished using the three-digit code as indicated.
16. Provide latitude and longitude bearings for where the majority of fishing effort took place.
17. Document tow or soak times based on the type of gear used throughout the trip.
18. List species codes for each type of species caught during the trip.
19. Record the amounts of each species kept and discarded in pounds or counts according to your trip type.
20. Fill out the dealer permit number and dealer name for each species sold, marking any applicable prolonged entries.
21. Enter the date each species was sold or otherwise disposed of.
22. Specify the offloading port, indicating the city and state.
23. Provide your operator permit number as issued by the NMFS and print your name as it appears on the permit.
24. Ensure the operator signature is completed by the responsible individual for the accuracy of the report.
25. Finalize the form with the date signed in MM/DD/YY format.
26. Once all information has been completed, save any changes made, download a copy for your records, and submit the form via the specified method.

Ensure compliance by completing your Noaa Vtr Reporting Form online today!