CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME DIRECTOR ISSUES STATEMENT ON LONGFIN SMELT DECISION
"Today’s decision by the California Fish and Game Commission to protect longfin smelt affords me an authority that I will approach judiciously. While this process, triggered by the regulation, could lead to some water restrictions to protect fish, dramatic cuts from this action will not occur. The Commission’s action will allow the state and federal water projects to be able to continue operating, providing water to millions of California citizens. The Department of Fish and Game has worked diligently to craft a 90-day regulation that provides for protection of longfin smelt while recognizing the importance of various agencies’ responsibilities to protect both humans and fish."
GRANTS AVAILABLE FOR VOLUNTEER PROJECTS THAT BENEFIT FISH AND WILDLIFE
OLYMPIA – The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will begin accepting grant applications December 1 from individuals and groups seeking financial support for volunteer projects that benefit fish and wildlife.
WORLD FISHING NETWORK LAUNCHES ANGLERS’ LEGACY CONTEST
ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA – WFN: World Fishing Network is kicking off an Anglers’ Legacy contest this week to help increase participation in boating and fishing, the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) announced today. Visitors to www.wfn.tv/pledge are encouraged to "Take the Pledge" and make a promise to introduce at least one newcomer to fishing. The contest encourages both new and current Anglers’ Legacy Ambassadors to share their stories about introducing newcomers to the sport for a chance to win a personalized TV spot on WFN and WFN HD.
