The argument that it is ethically/morally OK to use roe on the Cap appears to be based on a lot of conjecture that the bait ban is a stupid rule. Is that the gist of it? I presume this opinion is based on hard science and/or backed up by years of meticulous and detailed research, or is it based on less noble reasons?
Has anyone actually tried to research this issue, tried to change DFO's opinion or even tried to clarify with DFO why the ban is in place. Too much effort I guess, when it's just easier to break the rules, all in the name of instant self gratification. I wonder if this is a generational issue?
If people feel justified in using roe, does that mean they should also feel justified in using a barbed hook? Why not a barbed hook with three points; hell why not wrap some lead around that sucker? After all it's only a hatchery kill system, so what does it matter, right? Depending on the degree of an individuals moral flexibility, people might as well start bonking wild fish, because everyone knows there are no wild fish on the system? As more and more rules get openly flaunted how much easier is it for everyone else to become more "flexible" on how many, what sizes and what species of fish are retained? Where do you draw the line exactly and, as a top rod, would you not wish to set a good example to encourage other less experienced or knowledgeable anglers to become better rather than lesser participants in this sport.
Personally I have no idea why there is a bait ban, but I also do not feel the need to question it. I would hope the even if top rods thought a rule was stupid, they would still not flaunt the law and encourage, by example, others to do the same.
BRING IT. Really; for your third post? Would you prefer cookies or PB&J?
Aaron, I'm disappointed, I thought you to be a conscientious angler and the thinly veiled threat was particularly impressive.
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