04-10-2002, 05:33 AM
Come on ladies, give it a rest. This is my personal view on this subject. Women have been exploiting themselves since day one. We have playboy bunnies, penthouse girls, strippers, bongo girls, etc. Women have used themselves for personal gains by displaying their bodies and batting their eyelashes throughout every type of sporting event; so why not fishing. Sometimes things are misinterpreted, I think Dara's "Chicks Who Fish" started out by her wanting a cute name for a club, I don't think she intended to discredit or offend any of us serious lady anglers. If her club members want to be stereo-typed in this manner, then more power to them for knowing what they want. If you as a lady angler don't want to receive the hoops and hollers I suggest when someone says something offensive to you… shut 'em down. Demand the same respect they would give their own daughter, mother or grandmother. But also remember, try not to send out an invitation (short shorts, low cut tops, etc.) on open party trips unless you are willing to play the game and face the consequences. The world is full of crazy people and I have seen my share on party boats.<br><br>If any of you ladies are interested in joining the South Bay Lady Anglers, please contact me. I can assure you that all our charters are safe and fun. <br><br>Thanks.<br><br>Darlen Lee<br>Proud Member of the South Bay Lady Anglers<br><br><br>