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rumster · #1 02-11-2014, 12:26 PM

Here`s a thought that would require some work to organize, but it might be worth it. The idea is the result of a post by Joey Da Fish, which I could not agree with more.
Let`s pick a date to revolt against the injustices against us as individual fisherman. We can inform the powers that be that on a given day we as anglers plan on keeping 1 fish that`s as close to 18 inches as possible, but just short.
By putting our money where our mouths are in the form of paying a fine for that one fish we can overload the system and make our point. I am sure we can get the news media involved to some degree to help make this point.
If you were to pick a central point or points where boats would come into port and let it be known, the boat traffic and the inability for the Fish and Game to handle it would be priceless.
I am a man of meager means, but I am willing to put my money where my mouth is and try to make a point and shed some light on a screwed up system. Not to mention taking away the ability of guys right here on this site, too RAT on fellow fisherman that are concerned about conservation and their right to fish! Post by Joey da Fish It has nothing to do with being an honest person. You do have some valid points. It would be one thing to follow just regulations. But to allow unjust regulations tainted by a big money lobbyist by a corrupt self serving government does not make me or anyone else dishonest. We as a country seceded from England for this very reason!!! This is how our country was founded. By the people for the people. Not by the government for the government. It's about money. That my friends is dishonest and reprehensible!!! To cater or pander to this is un American I stand with the people not this government. Nough said flush hard my friends. I'm mostly a catch and release guy so you won't have to worry about me. But to other that love to fish I say make your own rules because you have more to lose then anyone else on this matter. Last but not least **** the US government they are all corrupt, bought and sold pieces of human garbage. Can you hear me now

bunker dunker · #2 02-11-2014, 12:47 PM

i'm in!!!!

TAGGED FISH · #3 02-11-2014, 01:03 PM

Can I kill 2 ?

Joey Dah Fish · #4 02-11-2014, 01:39 PM

I'm in in in !!!!

HDMarc · #5 02-11-2014, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Joey Dah Fish

I'm in in in !!!!

You've inspired an insurrection! Count me in!

bowhunter · #6 02-11-2014, 02:56 PM

Before You go there be warned that in NJ if you get 2 fish and game violations with in a 5 year period your hunting and fishing licenses will be suspended for 2 years. They need to be seperate incidents so if You get 2 at one time it counts as one.If You ONLY salt water fish go for it. I hunt and freshwater fish as well, and as much as I din't like what is going on, I am not putting My hunting license on the line.
Breaking the law is not going to change anything anyway.Guys can beat there chests on here all day long,but when it comes down to being the first one to ask for a ticket,I'll believe it when I see it.

If this is the best answer We can come up with We are doomed!

frugalfisherman · #7 02-11-2014, 03:16 PM

I,m protesting AND making every effort to make sure I don't get caught.

rumster · #8 02-11-2014, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by bowhunter

Before You go there be warned that in NJ if you get 2 fish and game violations with in a 5 year period your hunting and fishing licenses will be suspended for 2 years. They need to be seperate incidents so if You get 2 at one time it counts as one.If You ONLY salt water fish go for it. I hunt and freshwater fish as well, and as much as I din't like what is going on, I am not putting My hunting license on the line.
Breaking the law is not going to change anything anyway.Guys can beat there chests on here all day long,but when it comes down to being the first one to ask for a ticket,I'll believe it when I see it.

If this is the best answer We can come up with We are doomed!

Bowhunter, I am NOT to looking to get into an argument or disrespect you in any way, you expressed how other individuals and yourself might be affected if they were given multiple summonses from fish and game. Great. Thanks!
Constructively how would you bring attention to the problem and how much time are you willing to donate to a cause that you enjoy. It`s easy to sit back and comment, but will you walk the talk like I will or leave it at that and just make negative remarks.

rumster · #9 02-11-2014, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by frugalfisherman

I,m protesting AND making every effort to make sure I don't get caught.

Curious to know how are you protesting are you writing politicians or joining groups?

Pete · #10 02-11-2014, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by rumster

Curious to know how are you protesting are you writing politicians or joining groups?

Not trying to rain on your parade or steal your thunder. I once was as full of piss and vinegar, fired up as all hell.

Eventually, while your cause is noble, you'll come to realize you will stand alone or damn near it. Back five years or so ago the regs shut us down two days before the Labor Day weekend. Well, did that cause quite an uproar. Everybody was spewing venom and ready to eat a mile of their shyte and then go out and do battle with the regulators. A protest was called for. The Atlantic Highlands harbor was supposed to be choked with private boaters and the party fleet to an extent were on board. As the protest day got closer the steam rapidly dissipated. Till, eventually, there wasn't even a rally let alone an on the water protest. It is one thing to talk tough, yet another to be tough. I don't know you, so I'd never question your bravery. Moreover, I would love to see just what would happen if this ever were held. Respectfully, I'll stay out of this one. I'm with Frugal, I'll protest and try not to get caught.

I have contributed money to several causes. Mind you, I'm far from wealthy. I attended meetings, far and near from my home on my dime and time. I wrote letter after letter, till my fingers bled. Yeah, I even agreed to participate in the Great Labor Day Uprising. All the while I believed that doing all these things would eventually make a difference. I'm saddened to report, in the end, it all went to shyte and flew out the window with the latest set of regs.

Hell, I'll help you get it together, if you need help. But, I'm going into stealth mode. I'll get my fish, without raping the resource. Sometimes a man's got to do what a man's got to do.

I wish you well. I just hope when you walk off the boat the day of your protest that you have others, make that many others with you. Most importantly make sure you don't get off the boat with only your (stick) in your hand.

GOOD LUCK!!