Re: FISHERMEN/Letter concerning Striped Bass.....See Attached.
Thank you for your efforts in trying to protect our right to fish. As I read your draft one thought came to mind. Is there any specific data with shows the reductions in mortality rates with the use of circle hooks? This might bolster your case. Without specifics, I fear they will likely need to study. Which will be their excuse just to do nothing.
I'm just a old time fisherman who's seen bag limits and size of fish we keep decline steadily over the years. The people making these decisions are not driven by science nor are they concerned with recreational fishermen nor the revenue our side generates.
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