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Originally Posted by fumifish

How much money do the rec guys boat/surf contribute to the overall economy? tackle manufactures? boat manufactures? gas/fuel stations? boat repair? marinas? tons of people being around the east coast because people love chasing fish.



Markets that benefit from the surf or boat angler should be worried if striped bass are decimated again. Maybe if they formed a group to lobby and ensure a healthy striped bass population?