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Originally Posted by horsetrader
I'm sorry to say this is not proper fish management. We should not have to rely on aggressive restocking to control a fishery that should be able to replenish and maintain it's self with a little help like a area closer.
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not to mention stocking walleye in a system with natural reproduction is an outdated practice from a management prospective.
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Originally Posted by gl2
Let's wait till the fishery is in bad shape till we make pro active changes to protect fish. That's a great idea you got there......  |
I think you meant to say “reactive changes to protect fish” This is the main problem with a lot of the fisheries management plans. Most changes come because there is already a problem (reactive strategy) as opposed making changes based on concerns of a potential problem in the future. (proactive strategy) There are times these changes, unfortunately, are not made through careful consideration of scientific evidence, but made from irresponsible assumptions and political and personal agendas.