For the states with blanket bans, wouldn't it be more wise to allow the
harvest of non - protected species like Wisconsin does? That way those who
are interested can actually learn there is some species that are in trouble,
for starters. Most wildlife agencies are clamouring ( neat pun?) for money.
Why not sell a permit or stamp along with a booklet on identification? To
me it sounds like these agencies don't want the public informed. It easier
just to have a blanket hands off policy. I believe this breeds contempt for
the agencies, and in the end more people care less about what is going on in
the wild areas of their states.
Ray
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