10-07-2010, 04:23 PM
I am not a fly fisherman and the result of HB 141 does not directly affect my fishing opportunities. But I do have a strong opinion about the matter. There are many underlying consequences that will come about with passing 141. The increase of our fishing licenses is one of many chain reactions you will see for months/years to come from this decision. This will not only affect fishermen, but also all sportsmen in general. Hunters in this state have been fighting the public, private, school lands, CWMU, and big money for years. HB 141 only gave the big money and land owners more fire power and made public land more subject closure and limitations.
As for standing together? We have no other choice but to stand together as sportsmen alike.
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As for standing together? We have no other choice but to stand together as sportsmen alike.
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