Tips for Greener, More Sustainable Fishing Practices
There’s no population more motivated to support conservation than outdoors people. Virtually everyone recognizes that cleaning up and conserving the planet we live on isn’t an abstract philosophical position, it’s about our future quality of life and the continuation of that life. However, it’s often those with hobbies in the outdoors that notice the repercussions of failing environmental stewardship first—hunters, hikers, campers, and, of course, anglers. As such, anglers who care about the planet, and care about fishing remaining a viable hobby for future generations, should do what it takes to fish as cleanly, greenly, and sustainably as possible. If that means using environmentally-friendly gear or gear that can help research and learn about the ecosystem, such as a fish camera underwater to sustain and improve our watery world, it’s worth it. Fish Responsibly and Sustainably Responsible angling is generally as easy as sticking to the regulations, but there are...