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Broadbill · 09-28-2006, 06:49 AM

I can't agree that nothing was accomplished.

The meeting might not have followed the agenda, but there is know doubt the NMF'S has a strong understanding of recreational support in South and Central Florida. If nothing else was accomplished, it was still well worth the trip. By them seeing that many anglers show up, they most likely have a better understanding of the economic impact we have.

Capt Ollie
SHUT THE WHOLE AREA DOWN PERIOD????????
Do you really think this is a logical statement? Obviously we have the ability by rod and reel fishing to RELEASE small fish and keep a few larger ones here and there to eat (and some don't even do that). Do you really think that is detrimental to the fishery? That would be like shutting the entire river down completely to fishing durring the net ban instead of just banning nets. The Indian River is also a breeding and spawning ground for many species. It is only recreationally fished now and the reslults have been tremendous. Rod and reel rec. fisherman have the ability to conserve and regulate catch. Do you think a gillnet or a longline has this capibility? Your not comparing apples to apples.

09-28-2006, 06:49 AM	#14 (permalink)
Broadbill Hooked Up Join Date: May 2005 Location: Ft. Pierce, Fl Posts: 328	I can't agree that nothing was accomplished. The meeting might not have followed the agenda, but there is know doubt the NMF'S has a strong understanding of recreational support in South and Central Florida. If nothing else was accomplished, it was still well worth the trip. By them seeing that many anglers show up, they most likely have a better understanding of the economic impact we have. Capt Ollie SHUT THE WHOLE AREA DOWN PERIOD???????? Do you really think this is a logical statement? Obviously we have the ability by rod and reel fishing to RELEASE small fish and keep a few larger ones here and there to eat (and some don't even do that). Do you really think that is detrimental to the fishery? That would be like shutting the entire river down completely to fishing durring the net ban instead of just banning nets. The Indian River is also a breeding and spawning ground for many species. It is only recreationally fished now and the reslults have been tremendous. Rod and reel rec. fisherman have the ability to conserve and regulate catch. Do you think a gillnet or a longline has this capibility? Your not comparing apples to apples.