@hartattack Thanks for the detailed overview. It's clear that recreational anglers will likely be the first to feel the impact of any fisheries management changes. Our challenges in protecting marine resources seem overwhelming, especially when considering the damage one company can do to the menhaden population. If we can't address that, stopping broader issues seems even more daunting.
Our frustration grows with fisheries managers' blind eye toward bycatch, which remains the biggest and most wasteful killer of fish. The number of fish caught and discarded as bycatch often exceeds the amount we take home. This practice depletes fish stocks and disrupts marine ecosystems, making it an inefficient and harmful use of our ocean's resources.
As passionate anglers and conservationists, we must continue advocating for sustainable practices and greater accountability in fisheries management. While the challenges are significant, every effort counts. By staying informed and engaged, we can push for positive change, even if progress is slow.
J
Our frustration grows with fisheries managers' blind eye toward bycatch, which remains the biggest and most wasteful killer of fish. The number of fish caught and discarded as bycatch often exceeds the amount we take home. This practice depletes fish stocks and disrupts marine ecosystems, making it an inefficient and harmful use of our ocean's resources.
As passionate anglers and conservationists, we must continue advocating for sustainable practices and greater accountability in fisheries management. While the challenges are significant, every effort counts. By staying informed and engaged, we can push for positive change, even if progress is slow.
J
