It's clear the only way to change the management practices is to force them. I also agree, as well intended as C+R is, it means nothing, without a core shift in philosiphy. And C+R MAY or may not force a change. The sport fishers will never become a force to challenge the state. I'm not sure how many read all of the great posts above, I did and have concluded theres no way to make enough people understand such a complex issue. Not so much they wont understand the issues, i'm just trying to imagine explaining it to them, and keeping them awake! Without help from Hollywood, it's a snore.

Perhaps we need help from the only agency with the power and resourses, to force the state to change. The federal government. Is this a realistic option? What federal agency(s) could take action against the state? Is there a history of any previous efforts to empower the feds? I just dont see a way beat someone who makes and changes the rules.


Fight fire with fire!