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The California Sportfishing League's executive director, Marko Mlikotin, will be on Rod and Reel Radio on Sunday at 5:25 PM discussing Assemblyman Jim Wood's bill to create a 365-day #fishing license. #AB1387
Click the link below to listen live or online.
Click here to sign the petition in support of a 365-day Fishing license: https://bit.ly/2VrCJrM
New Research Does NOT Support Calls to Ban Lead Fishing Tackle
When state legislation was introduced last year to ban lead fishing tackle, CSL was one of several stakeholders who made the case that there was no research specific to California wildlife that supported the need for legislative action.
The research is now in and here is what the California Research Bureau concluded:
“While the research is clear that lead-based fishing sinkers, jigs and other tackle are dangerous to animals that ingest them or become ensnared, there is not enough research or data reported by wildlife rehabilitation centers at this time to conclude that the rate of ingestion of lead-based fishing tackle poses a threat on a population level to any specific species."
“It’s time for California to abandon an antiquated fishing license that’s harming our participation rate,” Assemblyman Jim Wood told the Times-Standard. “Modernizing our fishing license to one that is valid a full 365 days from the date of purchase will encourage more Californians to fish and increase fishing license revenue that fund critical state fishing and conservation programs. Making fishing more accessible really supports communities that rely on outdoor recreation and tourism.”
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A bill proposed by North Coast Assemblyman Jim Wood (D-Santa Rosa) could make sportfishing licenses valid for a full year regardless of when the licenses were purchased. This is something sport fis…
California has one the Nation's longest coastlines and thousands of lakes and rivers, but today our state's fishing participation rate has declined to dead-last (per capita) in the country. What happened?
Fishing licenses cost 110% over the national average and access to prime fishing spots are now off-limits. The California Sportfishing League, a statewide organization that represents anglers, is devoted to restoring California's reputation as a premiere fishing state. But, our success is dependent on the support of anglers like you.
So, please consider making a $10 donation today. It is quick and easy, and it will give anglers a voice in California's political process.
Idaho man Stephen Veals went fishing every day in 2018 to deal with death, job loss, and other issues. He blogged about catching sturgeon, trout, and other species of fish, and the challenge helped him through a tough year.
Today is the last day for the The Fred Hall Shows in Long Beach and the doors open at 10am! Come check out all of the latest fishing gear at Abu Garcia, Berkley Fishing, and PENN Fishing, there is something for everyone in the family!
And while you are there, don't forget to sign the petition to support a 365-day #fishing license! Jim Wood
