This looks like a great site! I recognize most of you from other sites. I've been lurkin' for a while & just registered.
The tribe could use your help:
Anti-fishing proposals are trying to "LOCKOUT" recreational fishing in the Florida Keys MPA's by increasing No-Take zones by another ~310 Million square yards!
We, as recreational fishers fully support MPA's, as it is in our long-term interest to ensure sustainable and diverse marine environments, BUT these areas must be based on sound science & proven fisheries management principals. We call on all politicians & policy makers to stop the LOCKOUT proposal and IF science proves that any conservation measures are REQUIRED, to utilize all other fisheries management tools & methods before the expansion &/or creation of any MPA's are considered.
To make input quick & painless - PETITION (30 seconds): >>SIGN HERE<<
Petition BACKGROUND
The FINAL EPWG public input meeting on this LOCKOUT proposal was Aug. 20th, but strong opposition from ~150 fishermen may force them to hold another meeting. They will then finalize their proposal & recommendations shortly thereafter. We will bring Petition signatures as input to this meeting & will send directly to the SAC, policy makers & politicians.
Please sign if you are attending the meetings or are from Florida OR NOT. It all helps!
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