Public Input Wanted on Illegal Fishing Method

[Clark]

I just saw this news release from CDFW. Thought some of you might find it interesting/useful.

Public Input Wanted on Illegal Fishing Method

October 17, 2013

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is asking for public input on the illegal method of fishing known as “snagging” in state waters.

Snagging, also known as foul hooking, occurs when an angler catches a fish using hooks imbedded outside of the mouth. This can occur either intentionally or accidentally, while using various types of fishing gear and techniques. Fish caught by this method are often injured or killed in the process.

Anglers in California may not legally keep snagged fish. Current angling regulations include seasonal closures and gear restrictions designed to reduce the incidence of snagging.

CDFW would like to hear comments, concerns and information on waters where snagging is taking place, as well as ideas for reducing the occurrence of snagging. Please submit comments by email to snaggingcomments@wildlife.ca.gov

[Scott V]

The email is no good, mine got kicked back. It said that email address could not be found.

[Mike O]

http://cdfgnews.wordpress.com/2013/1...ishing-method/

[Darian]

Hmmm,.... There's a note that appears at the bottom of the DFW page that says comments are closed. One day allowed for comments????

[winxp_man]

Hmmm,.... There's a note that appears at the bottom of the DFW page that says comments are closed. One day allowed for comments????

At the end of the writing it says email comments to.....

Can you imagine the word or internet battles that would go on in there?? It would be crazier than it gets on here I would assume.

[Darian]

I tried the e-mail addy mentioned on Blantons BB. My e-mail note was rejected by my IP as an invalid e-mail addy.

[Mike O]

Anyone try calling the numbers? I will if no one else has....

[Clark]

DFW has fixed the problem. The comments email address below now works.

snaggingcomments@wildlife.ca.gov