I agree with Patrick; having stickers, shirts etc. that call for the demise of any animal, be it a plover or a seal, is just about the worst thing that we can do to assist the people who want us off of the beach accomplish their objective.
The problem is not the bird, is is the mindset that our access to the resource has a negative effect on the wildlife. Any declaration that hints of ill wishes towards any wildlife can not but reinforce that mindset.
If you do not know, Patrick has put considerable time and effort into fighting against the tide. I urge you all to seriously consider his words, rant or not, because there is an awful lot of truth in his words.
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