Originally Posted By: FleaFlickr02


2. Get involved with a couple conservation/sport fishing groups (if you haven't already). The money you contribute and raise will be used to lobby for meaningful, if painstakingly gradual, change. If you don't see your organization of choice pushing for the changes you want, understand that's normal. Lobbyists for CCA, PSA, etc. understand how the game works, and they also understand what initiatives are most likely to be successful, as well as which ones won't see the light of day under the present circumstances. Even if it isn't exactly what you hope they would be doing all the time, they will be doing things that are productive and timely, and that means a good investment of your time and money.


FF has it right!

I will add that having lobbyists is critical as they have eyes and ears on what is occurring in Oly allowing time for the various groups to have an impact on the outcome rather than simply complaining after the fact. Also, active members of the various groups have developed name/face recognition and credibility with the Commission and some legislators which has value.

You have PSA in Oly or Gig Harbor (actually Tacoma at TOA) and most recently CCA meeting at the Tacoma Sportsman Club. If you are not currently involved with a proactive organization I urge you to do so.
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