RobFunk said:
That is a healthy fish he is holding.
Actually Rob,
If I'm not mistaken the real photo was taken close to the home in Kennibunkport (I know I botched that spelling!). I do hope the presidents released that fish as the minimum sixe for a Stipped Bass is:
Maine's striped bass regulations cover all Maine coastal waters up to the head of tide in all rivers. In addition, there are special regulations in effect from December 1 through June 30 in the Kennebec, Sheepscot and Androscoggin Rivers and all related tributaries (see below).
FEDERAL REGULATION
It is unlawful to fish for, take or possess striped bass in Federal waters (waters greater than 3 miles from shore).
STATEWIDE REGULATIONS
OPEN SEASON - January 1 through December 31, inclusive (except the Kennebec watershed, see below).
BAG & SIZE LIMITS - A person may take and possess 1 fish per day. The fish may be between 20 and 26 inches total length, inclusive, OR 40 inches or greater in total length.