1) Do guides have an association or group that can lobby for them? If not, create one to protect their interests.

2) Get the 3 main fishing boards together and set up a Paypal site for contributions for BIG ads in the major newspapers.

3) Prepare a standardized statement that people can download, fill in their names, etc. and mail to selected politicos.

4) Create an online petition.

5) Boycott 2005 licenses for a selected time period.

6) Get the media involved and let them know what we are doing i.e. license boycott.

The sporties don't have a COHESIVE voice to lobby. Maybe a guides association could be the central point for action. I'll put my money/time where my mouth is but there needs to be an organized, united front to represent OUR interests .

Even if the Chehalis (because of political fallout) doesn't close, attention needs to be brought to the BS that goes on. I'll be happy to help organize.

How many Washington residents do you think are registered on the 3 big fishing boards?

Just a few thoughts.

John