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Old 01-21-2025, 12:21 PM
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Default Re: Releasing fish with Baratrauma

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Originally Posted by Broad Bill View Post
Dan I've seen it used, as Gerry said it's brilliant but only if used. Party and private boats should be mandated to have them on board. It benefits the fishery, their livelihoods and recreational interests. Every fish killed represents hundreds of thousands if not millions of eggs potentially taken out of circulation.
While I feel these sorts of devices are beneficial, not sure I agree if it should be mandated since the last thing we need is more mandates. I do however think it would be appropriate to educate people that these devices are available and encourage their use.
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