123engineering:
You can watch the video of the meeting related to our issue: https://youtu.be/kaxbM2hZDAY?si=TjZlqhsf6BBWcEMS
Our petition was denied, but we made some progress… Thank you to the workgroup members, speakers, and many supporters. The petition workgroup is dissolved.
Achievements: · Let CDFW and FGC know that kayak angler community exist · Participated in developing 20FM and 2024 Groundfish Regulation to get a 6-month nearshore season · Joint effort between NCKA and Fresh & Salty group
Failure & Improvement Needed: · Not able to mobilize adequate participants. · Need a more focused and structured group. · Need better organizers and speakers.
Recommendations: · Start a Coastal Conservation Association of California (CCA CAL) chapter focusing on kayak anglers. https://ccacalifornia.org/ · Or start a non-profit organization to protect kayak anglers.
Paul Chang
Fisherman X:
Thank you for your efforts and the report, Paul.
FishingAddict:
Great effort Paul! Thanks for representing us.
NowhereMan:
Thanks for the info. The MPA issue is a biggie to me…
fishbushing:
Thank you everyone involve for all your hard work.