07-09-2017, 09:18 PM
Well said. We all have different personalities. Some people thrive on confrontation and some people (like me) do not. That being said, I would agree with previous comments that it is a good idea to say something, politely. You don't have to be a jerk about it and if they decide to be rude or aggressive I would also agree with backing off and talking to an officer. If someone approaches me aggressively and threatening, I most likely wont be the most friendly or open minded. If someone has a bit of advice or comment to make to me, I am all ears open. I also respect you for bringing this up, and starting a GREAT discussion to have on this board.
For most of us on the forum, it seems obvious that you would look up and know regulations on the body of water you fish. However, some people don't think like this. I am a die hard fisherman. Most of my family and friends are not. I'm surprised on the occasions I do fish with them, how clueless they are to fishing regulations, especially if not a local body of water. Many people are like this. For these people, a polite correction or pointing out the laws/regulations would be accepted well and much appreciated. Should they be responsible and already know the law? Yes. Are we all human and subject to error and mistakes? Absolutely. They also may not understand the severity or consequences their actions can have and how serious these laws and regulations are taken. Many people are surprised at the cost of tickets from DNR officers- much like someone's first speeding ticket. Not every fisherman can be perfectly educated.
There are a few "perfect" fisherman on this forum. I'm almost there.....BUT until then we can only try to improve and help educate others along the way.
The fact that in this case there was a sign right there makes me wonder, but many people just don't pay much attention to their surroundings.
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For most of us on the forum, it seems obvious that you would look up and know regulations on the body of water you fish. However, some people don't think like this. I am a die hard fisherman. Most of my family and friends are not. I'm surprised on the occasions I do fish with them, how clueless they are to fishing regulations, especially if not a local body of water. Many people are like this. For these people, a polite correction or pointing out the laws/regulations would be accepted well and much appreciated. Should they be responsible and already know the law? Yes. Are we all human and subject to error and mistakes? Absolutely. They also may not understand the severity or consequences their actions can have and how serious these laws and regulations are taken. Many people are surprised at the cost of tickets from DNR officers- much like someone's first speeding ticket. Not every fisherman can be perfectly educated.
There are a few "perfect" fisherman on this forum. I'm almost there.....BUT until then we can only try to improve and help educate others along the way.
The fact that in this case there was a sign right there makes me wonder, but many people just don't pay much attention to their surroundings.
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