SSFFF Reaches out to all site sponsors

[Dave A]

First of all, thank you to all of NJ Fishing.com's sponsors that originally donated to SSFFF 7 years ago. That money was used to hire Dr Mark Maunder. His work was accepted by NMFS and kept the summer flounder fishery open for all of us. Unfortunately 2 years ago NMFS decided they were no longer going to use his model. As a result we had to contract Cornell Univ and Rutgers Univ for two separate but related projects to assist NMFS. The monies previously donated were all used on Dr Maunder's stock modelling project. These two current projects together add up to over $60,000.00. The invoices are coming due and we need about $15,000.00. So, if you donated in the past, we are once again asking for your help. If you have never donated before we are now asking you for your help. Whether you have a 6 pack boat, a party boat, a tackle shop, an online tackle business, sunglasses, bucktail manufacturer, or marina it is in the best interest for your businesses and your customers to take 5 minutes and send a check to: SSFFF, PO Box 86, Brielle, NJ 08730. Any amount brings us closer to paying those two invoices.

[Mushin Sportfishing]

Dear Dave and the SSFFF, thanks again for all of your efforts to preserve this fishery. While the Mushin is not really a fluke boat - we fully support the importance of SSFFF and what it does - and will absolutely support this important cause!

[Dave A]

Thank You Alan!

[jakesdad]

After all that's been put in by the few, I can't believe that there has only been
one response. The sponsors on this site all make their living from being able to
fish, SSFFF has only done good things to help us maintain a fishery, time for the industry to stand up and make a donation $$$, to help pay for the science
to keep you in business.

If you cannot afford to donate $, then how about donating some time. I have been boat fishing for 55 years, and I want there to be a fishery for the next
generations, that is why I have donated both $ and time at shows to give back
what fishing has given me.

Silence does not help, dollars and time does, Time to Stand Up and Help,

Sorry for the rant, but if I can find the time not being in the industry, those in the industry should be ashamed if you let the few do all the work.

Henry

[Sullivan]

Jake , Its not a rant , its true , a few minutes after seeing Gerry's post , i wrote a check . I cannot understand how people making their $$$ fishing for fluke could be so cheap . I would ask them , is there any reason why your not helping ?

[Dave A]

Originally Posted by Sullivan

Jake , Its not a rant , its true , a few minutes after seeing Gerry's post , i wrote a check . I cannot understand how people making their $$$ fishing for fluke could be so cheap . I would ask them , is there any reason why your not helping ?

Unfortunately they won't answer your question and their customers will continue to support them anyway...I can't figure that one out.

[Capt. Lou]

Unfortunately it will not change , I had personal expierance in the first go around with a prominent fishing & clothing manufacturer that produced a very nice product & certain amount of sales would be directly donated to SSFFF .
A colleague & I finally got the 25K for SSFFF but it was a surprise at howmany active stores directly related to this fishery that did not step up ! If all had I'm sure we could have raised 50K !
This is critical & every manufacturer , charter or PB should step up ! What's gonna happen when fluke season is 2 months & the bag limit 2 fish !
Don't think it can't happen look no further than the gulf of Maine regs on ground fishing . The Capt I fished with up there for years had to sell both his boats !!
Maybe we should list the parties that have donated so any board member might consider sending them some business ! This should include manufacturers as well.
In essence the SSFFF is keeping us all fishing for fluke , we need to pay back the favor & the time to step up is now .

[1captainron]

I have gone to the well so many times with my customers, and they have always responded, some more than once or twice. I cannot in my heart ask them again, nor should I have to, it's time for those who have been the Monkey on our back to step up and show some support.

Then again some people have no shame and are here for a quick buck, always been this way, always will be......Sad.

Thank you Gregg, Nicky, Dave, Willy, Bob, Adam, Billy, Tony and everyone else who has worked hard for us, the dedication will always be remembered. There will always be a Special place in my heart for you guys!

Capt. Ron

[tropics]

Originally Posted by 1captainron

I have gone to the well so many times with my customers, and they have always responded, some more than once or twice. I cannot in my heart ask them again, nor should I have to, it's time for those who have been the Monkey on our back to step up and show some support.

Then again some people have no shame and are here for a quick buck, always been this way, always will be......Sad.

Thank you Gregg, Nicky, Dave, Willy, Bob, Adam, Billy, Tony and everyone else who has worked hard for us, the dedication will always be remembered. There will always be a Special place in my heart for you guys!

Capt. Ron

Still wish I could hand you cash
Richie

[1captainron]

Originally Posted by tropics

Still wish I could hand you cash
Richie

Appreciate it Rich but the Cash gets too involved as you know.....