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John:
Thanks for posting this. Of course, I'm only one voice of the CT Surfcasters, but it is fair to say the reason we are participating in this MS fundraiser event, but not entering fish in the weigh-in ("kill"), is because as a group we recognize that the Striped Bass population is on the decline and we don't feel participating in the "kill" aspect of this well-organized and well-intended event is truly in the spirit of and in the best interest of preserving the striped bass population. As a group, we really enjoy the event and, as you mentioned, the CT Surfcasters will support this important fundraiser in all other ways.

I should mention, we did not want to interfere with the efforts of the organizers of this event or attempt to persuade other clubs form participating or not. Having said that, I'm very glad to see your post and the fact that you are raising the issue amongst the SB.com team.