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July 29, 2009

California Fish and Game Commission Decision Near on Recreational Fishing Access in North Central Coast Region

Letters from anglers and boaters needed to persuade Commission to adopt Proposal 2XA

SEND YOUR MESSAGE NOW!

To protect as much recreational fishing opportunity as possible, please send a letter to the California Fish and Game Commission in support of proposal 2XA. The Commission needs to hear from you before its upcoming scheduled vote next week - send your letter now!

The Situation

At its upcoming August 5 meeting, the California Fish and Game Commission is scheduled to vote on which marine protected area (MPA) proposal to adopt for the North Central Coast under the state's Marine Life Protection Act.  Currently, the Commission is poised to adopt a preferred alternative that closes 13 percent of the North Coast Study region to recreational fishing.  However, the Partnership for Sustainable Oceans (PSO), which represents the interests of recreational anglers and boaters, is supporting proposal 2XA for the North Central Coast. 

Proposal 2XA places MPAs in locations with a high level of conservation while minimizing the economic impact on local communities while still allowing anglers maximum access to fishing.

For your convenience, you may also send a letter by visiting www.keepamericafishing.org/california.html and clicking on “Send a Letter.”

Thank you for doing your part to keep America fishing!

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The Partnership for Sustainable Oceans (PSO) includes the American Sportfishing Association, Berkley Conservation Institute, Coastside Fishing Club, Contributing Members of the Avalon Tuna Club, International Game Fish Association, Kayak Fishing Association of California, National Marine Manufacturers Association, Nor-Cal Kayak Anglers, Shimano Sport Fisheries Initiative, Southern California Marine Association, the Sportfishing Association of California, United Anglers of Southern California and the Watermen’s Alliance.