This is interesting and is a good start in figuring out the sports economic contribution. How much does the average Joe drop on a license? I'm sure you could triple the number annually for gas, food, bait, lodging, launch fees, speeding tickets, guides, guide tips, tackle, etc...

http://www.ifish.net/board/showthread.php?p=5557225#post5557225
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Propping up an obsolete fishing industry at the expense of sound fisheries management is irresponsible. -Sg