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Cultivating The Environmental Ethic By Sam Erickson
Many people have come around to the idea that people have a responsibility to protect the land. While many balance this desire for protection with the idea that there are tremendous resources to be used for the economy, most have some to see the environment as something valuable. Many people are looking to reinforce
You love to fish, and while you’ve always tried to be an ethical angler and protect the areas you fish, you want to do more. Here are some tips to help you step up your efforts and use green fishing practices whenever possible. Go at an opportune time and obey any regulations in place. Steer clear of the early spring when fish spawn and the late summer when fish are stressed due to lower oxygen levels from the heat. Know what the rules are, follow them and report any illegal activity you see. Care for the land and water as though it were your own. Don’t trash it with chemicals and discarded gear. Take out everything you brought in and leave the area as clean as, if not cleaner than, you found it. Leave wildlife alone and take great steps not to disturb their habitat. Should you see others not doing the same, report it to authorities. Use eco-friendly products. There are many available, including barbless hooks and molded-type nets, both of which allow for easier, safer release of fish. Browse the Web or a sporting goods store near you and make the most of the green products you find. Keep the spread of exotic species in check. Opt for artificial lures rather than live bait when possible. Most artificial lures on the market today are more lifelike than ever. If you must use artificial bait, be careful to select native species. Do not bring in exotic species. They could survive, reproduce and damage the ecosystem. Handle the fish you catch with care and keep only what you need. Use a damp towel to remove lures; this will keep the protective layer on the gills intact. If you must use barbed hooks and see one caught deeply in the fish, cut the leader rather than try to remove it. The hook will eventually rust out. Take home only what you need and are allowed, and properly release whatever fish you aren’t keeping. Finally, spread the word. Take every opportunity to teach other anglers about the importance of protecting the environment and using green practices. The more you get the message out, the more other anglers will do their part and the better off the environment will be. this notion in themselves and to pass it on to their children. What’s the best way to do this? Just get outside. Spend some time hunting, fishing and camping. While there is often tension between hunters, fishermen and those who seek to use the environment for recreation, there are also a lot of strong alliances. If you love to fish, take your kids with you and try to share with them your
love for the activity. Camping and hunting can allow you to spend lots of time just hanging out and relaxing. Without the pressures of day-to-day life, there’s time to expand and bond. One of the best things you can do for the kids is to answer their questions about why you choose to spend your time relaxing in nature. Plan your vacations around national parks. There is little to compare with the majesty of
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Yellowstone or the sheer size of the Grand Canyon. Even if you can’t make it to these places, try to take advantage of the state and national parks. The United States has a tremendous diversity in its environment. From the forests of the Northeast to the deserts of the Southwest to the rain forests of the Northwest, there are tremendous natural environments to explore in the country. Continued on Page 2