Whatever happened to “Catch and Release”?

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Originally Posted by DZ

Whatever happened to “Catch and Release”?



Nowadays there is still commercial sale of striped bass and it remains a valid/legal reason to kill large bass, a policy that I don’t necessarily agree with but do understand.



DZ

I don't like the fact that so many guys take two every time, never mind it being #30 or #40, surf or boat, it doesn't matter. Some want to impress others and feed others.... they take it for granted, I've been guilty of that. But theres a fine line there. I think most surf guys don't realize how many 1000's and 1000's of pounds are taken commerialy every season. So why should I release so that some commerial guy can pay for his obsession?? F that!! I take what I want when I want and feel no guilt about it. As long as I'm not abuseing.