FJ ... CFM's departure is primarily laid out in a previous thread, you can go back and read it regarding warnings about his posting attitude.

It was initially a temp time-out, but the response from him, some info that I was passed regarding $$$ and Friends of the Cowlitz, as well as his involvement in the petition to rescind the mortorium (after all, it does affect MY livelihood and he can spew his propaganda and someone else's dime) took any chance of a reinstatement and tossed it far out the window.

I'm sick of the conspiracy theory crap. Those that continue to to beat upon will also be shown the door. I give lots of leeway on this site, but I'll put my foot down as well.

On his site, Bruce long ago asked for people to boycott those that make this site happen ... I even let that slide. Every day, he had to find some to ARGUE and not simply discuss with. Day after day, week after week. Enough is enough. Granted Aunty M ruffles some feathers here and there ... most do at one time or another. But, calling a lady a "fat cow" finally pushed him over my edge.

Playing favorites? Maybe, but if the kids didn't fight, the teacher wouldn't have to step in and perhaps show a little bias. What has Bruce done for this site other than egg people on?

Haven't seen many tips, or run-of-the-mill everyday posts from him ... nor have I seen him participate in board actvities or fund-raisers.

If you don't like the rules of the game here, go elsewhere. There's probably about a dozen active NW internet fishing forum people that have been booted from here over the years, so you should have enough to make some conversation. I'm pretty sure http://www.bannedfrompp.com is available

Some need to remember that fishing is about having fun, and although there are often some serious issues that are brought up from time to time, no matter how emotional you might be, a little repsect is gonna be what keeps you around. Others need to take BB's a whole lot less seriously, get up from your keyboard, go fishing, play golf, do something!

And to all those that have great info and stories to share, and even those with opposing views to most of us but with enough courtesy to discuss things rationally and civily ... thanks!

PS - As I said, I may not be done. Got lots of time off for the next month before AK season heats up. Gonna have lots of time to read and keep a close eye on the playground! The mood around the house is gonna change, one way or another!