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I "borrowed" this quote from Jim Donofrio, with his permission ofcourse.

"Do you want to know who you are? Don't ask. Act! Action will delineate and define you."
Jefferson

Get on the bus! I will save you a seat.

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To those who are "thinking about going", I have this to say.

1. It is one day of your time.

2. It's "your chance" to be heard and make a difference.

3. This will impact your kids ability to fish.

4. It could be a "once in a lifetime" deal.

5. It may very well be your best chance to "change things for the better".

6. You will be able to say that "you were there".

7. Push has come to shove, we need all the help we can get.

8. Put in for a "Personal Day" at work. I did, because to me, "it's personal"!

I hope to see you "all" there! ;)

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Bus leaving from grumpys tackle in seaside park...tickets are 20 bucks..get on it...with this crew on the bus you will be laughin your ass off the entire trip...


sean

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Some artwork from "Crazy Alberto Knie".

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Talked To Quite A Few Local Capts. And Tackle Shop Owners.are You Going ?no I Am Busy!you Won't Be Soon!

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We will remember who showed and who didn't. I will know where to do business after the 24th. and where to avoid. I will let my dollars talk!

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Amazing scenario that we have to talk boycott & shame our own fishing community into saving their own A''''S ! What's it gonna take to get fisherman on board transportation of their choice, for the trip to DC ! Don't be left out ,there are probably some free seats still available,make the call if you cannot afford the $'s, that's why those offers were made to help out, take advantage !!

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what i meant is if we do not go to wash. and stand up for our rights we will not have any business!if you have made other arrangements in advance,such as a reservation to go go vacation etc. i understand.if just do not care or do not want to bothered?i would go even if i did not run a charter for a living.i want to take my grandsons fishing!

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Sal,

What I meant,was by taking a day and going to DC we will make a difference and changes to the law WILL happen. I for one will support those who felt it necessary to stand and be counted. Why should those that choose to do nothing get the FULL benefits that change will bring.

The industry as a whole has preferred to let a few do all the work, I respect these few and all who publicly support the cause, I understand people have other obligations, but I will encourage others to spend their dollars wisely. Let us show our support to all who participate, so that they thrive because of their efforts, as the others might not be around much longer due to their lack of effort.

Henry

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Jake,

How do you know who will be participating.?

You and I have never met yet I may be standing next to you in D.C. I will not be carrying a banner promoting my business as that is not the purpose of the rally.

You will not see me on one of the buses because I will most likely be travelling with either sales reps from Penn, Abu Garcia and Shakespeare. Or I may join the group that makes Tsunami rods. All these guys are going but they are not bragging about it on NJFishing.com as it is not their goal to try and make a profit from this all too important march.

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Not answering for (Jakesdad) but having read your post I must humbly disagree with the philosophy of the Industry not stating who they are and that they ARE going. Its NOT bragging, its important for all involved to be noticed and counted. As a recreational fisherman who spends a considerable amount of $$$ each year on Tackle, Charters and PBs its very important to me to know who is supporting the march. Just as I want to know which politicians are supporting the Flexibility in MSA Bill as it WILL affect my vote, the same can be said for the Industry support. If it is allowed under the permit to march on the 24th I would love to see BANNERS flying from the Industry reps you mentioned as it would show the politicians that major Industry in fishing is deeply concerned and involved as well as the impact on the economics of fishing restriction based on poor data.
IMHO

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HR , standing and being counted is not bragging . If putting your name on this thread and other sites will get people to think that they should be there too or at least support the cause then how is that bragging ? Harlee Rod's will be there we should go to . HR ,by answering this thread we know that there is going to be more Industry Support with us and possibly put even more of us down there in DC . I feel that we all should fly our Colors (Weather Permitting) so they can see the crosssection of people that this effects .

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I'll be their!:cool:

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my girl is comming with us as welll. she was asking about it last night and she really is interested..


she is a keeper...





sean

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true i tried getting my school to let me take a bus of kids but no dice, i did email the daly news and the bait shops up here in the philthy about it least i could do i hope theres a great showing and its fairly portrayed by the media if at all

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Question for Captain Tony - -

Are adult beverages allowed on the buses ?

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No. We would prefer people did NOT bring alcohol.

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Thanks for the rapid reply Cap.

Better that folks learn this NOW !!

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Forecast for District of Columbia

Updated: 2:58 PM EST on February 18, 2010
Active Notice: Public Information Statement (US Severe Weather)

Rest of This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 40s. Northwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 30s. Northwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
Friday
Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 40s. West winds around 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
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Friday Night
Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 20s. Northwest winds around 15 mph.
Saturday
Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 40s. Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph.
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Saturday Night
Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 20s.
Sunday
Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 40s.
Sunday Night
Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of snow. Lows in the upper 20s.
Monday
Rain and snow likely. Highs in the upper 30s. Chance of precipitation 60 percent.
Monday Night
Cloudy with a chance of rain and snow. Lows around 30. Chance of precipitation 50 percent.
Tuesday
Mostly cloudy. Highs in the upper 30s.
Tuesday Night
Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 20s.

Wednesday
Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 30s.
:D

Just sayin! Get on the bus

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Too all the fisherman going to D.C. great job. Can not make the trip on Monday. Made my contribution to SSFFF, to offset any costs or to pay for some seats, wish I could be there to help in the cause.

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Fred,
Seeing that you can't make it on MONDAY, you can always come with us on Wednesday, if you like...........

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Hopefully we dont get drowned out there tomorrow, as DALES had to post an early forcast LOL

Dave NEVER look for an early forcast when doing ANYTHING with fishing

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I'll be there. Weather looks good. I'll be the one with the fat head and red face.


Leif

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Good luck to all who are going. I'm thankful for you guys you are the future in our nj fishing.:)

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Typically I would never think of doing it Dan :eek: Still looks good for tomorrow in DC its getting out of NJ that may be the issue.

DC for Wednesday
Partly sunny in the morning...then mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 40s. Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 20 percent.

See you there.

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If ANYONE can handle some bad weather it's the men and women who fish on a regular basis. While I cannot personally be there tomorrow I want to wish everyone who goes good luck and give my personal thank you for those that are going. I hope if it rains it rains just enough that the fishermen are comfortable and the PETA type J/O's who are going to counter-protest get too soggy to show up.

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No snapper, you are the future, we are just trying to hold on to some of it for you.

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I can not make it I had an emergency come up at home. I had an issue with my septic system, and I have to stay and get it fixed. Trust me I would rather be in DC than digging down to find and fix a broken pipe. Found the pipe just not the broken section. I was out digging until dark in the heavy snow that is hitting us up in PA trying to get it fixed so I could make it, but I ran out of light and the snow finally defeated me.

I would like anyone who could attend to take my spot on the bus. Please... I feel horrible about this. I can email you the pass if you give me your email if anyone knows anyone that wants to go, my pass is for the AH bus. Please feel free to PM me or call me 570-242-3246

Thank you

Dennis

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well Dave we got 2 inches of snow already, looks like the drive in the morning is going to stink.

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Thank you to all who are going!

Capt Ron...I saw you on News 12 NJ tonight...very cool.



Best,



Joe T.

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Glad we went. Thanks to all who participated and those who worked so hard.


Leif

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I'd like to say that I was impressed with the fisherman turnout & passion of the speakers at yesterdays rally in DC.
The weather was perfect ,hopefully the future outcomes will mirror our present optimisim. I have aleady contacted my congressman this AM and I'll await their replys regarding the MS fleixability changes. Hopefully evryone will do the same to get this behind us ASAP!
Thanks again for all that worked to make this a success and especially those that traveled day & night to get there!!