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Below is our states (WDFW) mandate for fishing and hunting!
Can you point out to us where it says;
"In short sport fisheries are just that. They are not intended to fill peoples freezers. They are only intended to create an opportunity for recreation."
I can't quite find that kind of wording anywhere in our fish and wild life laws. Do you think that just maybe that may be someone own "interpolation"? Can you show us where that is the "intent" of our Fish and wildlife agency? I here a lot of people saying that on our board, but I can't remember anyone ever showing us where that is written. Can you help me out, and point me to where that is stated in our game laws or in the intent of WDFW mandate?
RCW 77.04.012
Mandate of department and commission.
Wildlife, fish, and shellfish are the property of the state. The commission, director, and the department shall preserve, protect, perpetuate, and manage the wildlife and food fish, game fish, and shellfish in state waters and offshore waters.
The department shall conserve the wildlife and food fish, game fish, and shellfish resources in a manner that does not impair the resource. In a manner consistent with this goal, the department shall seek to maintain the economic well-being and stability of the fishing industry in the state. The department shall promote orderly fisheries and shall enhance and improve recreational and commercial fishing in this state.
The commission may authorize the taking of wildlife, food fish, game fish, and shellfish only at times or places, or in manners or quantities, as in the judgment of the commission does not impair the supply of these resources.
The commission shall attempt to maximize the public recreational game fishing and hunting opportunities of all citizens, including juvenile, disabled, and senior citizens.
Recognizing that the management of our state wildlife, food fish, game fish, and shellfish resources depends heavily on the assistance of volunteers, the department shall work cooperatively with volunteer groups and individuals to achieve the goals of this title to the greatest extent possible.
Nothing in this title shall be construed to infringe on the right of a private property owner to control the owner's private property
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