NJDEP Fluke Press Conference Update

[Gerry Zagorski]

Quick update here, the meeting went great!! It was very well organized and attended.

I'd say a few hundred people in the audience and a strong representation of speakers from our state and local Politicians, fishing related businessmen on the Commercial and Recreational side, as well as Groups like RFA, SSFFF, JCAA and NJOA. I noticed more then a few cameras, Channel 12 News was there as were a few others but not sure who they were.

There was one common rally cry heard throughout everyone's remarks... "Enough is Enough"

It was also made clear that the emergency measures we are asking for, which is to remain Status Quo in 2017 is just a temporary fix. The intention is to also fight for a long term solution to avoid the knee jerk reactions which cause sea saw regulations, as well as investing in better science to assess stocks for the fisheries long term sustainability.

The show of solidarity that was present and the personal commitments from many influential people to fight this thing through to the end and by any means necessary was real shot in the arm for me. I'm encouraged now more then I've ever been.

Glad I was able to attend and thanks to all who showed up to support the NJDEP and represent our interests in this fishery.

Job well done NJDEP!!

[GDubya07]

Thank you to everyone who went and supported the cause for those like myself who couldn't attend

Great job Guys and Gals and

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU

GDubs-

[Rocky]

I left the news conference feeling positive it will stay status quo for now. I will keep my fingers crossed that it does until better science is presented with facts.

[Gerry Zagorski]

Thanks for attending Rocky!! There's a long road ahead but it sure helps when you have good company in the car.

[SplitShot]

Glad I was able to make it... very well attended even in that raw wind... Speakers were all good and to the point... sounds like we have much more of a chance of a good representation this time around...

And good to see you there Gerry!!

[Reelron]

I agree Gerry, I left with a positive attitude too. Felt pleasantly surprised as to how many people showed up. Quite a few familiar faces.

Now it will be a time of wait & see.

[Angler Paul]

Here is a link to a video I took at the rally today: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxhlTNtc7cQ&t=220s

[Gerry Zagorski]

Great to see you there Paul and thanks for the Video

"Enough is Enough"

[Gerry Zagorski]

Great seeing Reel Ron, Hart Attack and Splitshot there....

Ron was still smiling from that Blackfish he caught last week

[Chris G]

I could not make it in time this morning, but I do appreciate and thank all who attended.