I agree with Flea; the cost of a license is rather minimal in the grand scheme of fishing or hunting. Heck, cut down on beer or smokes (a little) and the license is paid for.

But, again like Flea said, I will pay for "something". When you buy lures, or shells, or whatever you exchange money for something tangible.

Lot of folks here certainly go ape for razor clams. Besides being tasty, you have a pretty good idea that when you go you'll get some. The seasons, openings, and conditions are well publicized and known. Compare that to crab, salmon, or steelhead.