I think they've finally lost it.  Every last one of them.  Only pure-crazy-to-the-core sadists would try something like this and feel good about it.  Not only again attacking an vital industry and economy, but threatening a primitive pastime that is not only an economic industry but a practice of joy, relaxation, growing and learning.  I mean, this is fishing we're talking about here!


The article from ESPN is set to start a firestorm on the water.  These "talks" have been going on for months and for reasons only the Big Green Groups know, public input is now dissmissed.  Their agenda has already succeeded in Ontario, Canada threatening the economy of small family businesses and tourism quite heavily.
The expectation is for similar zoning situations to be enacted in the United States.  The President has issued already, an executive order.  The Administration intends to move forward with the the Anti-Users and against Anglers and Americans.

The basis of their agendainvolves Marine Spacial Planning. Below, is an overview.
Effective marine spatial planning has essential attributes:

• Multi-objective. Marine spatial planning balances ecological, social, economic, and governance objectives. 
• Spatially focused. The ocean area to be managed must be clearly defined and large enough to incorporate relevant ecosystem processes.
• Integrated. The planning process should address the interrelationships and interdependence of each component within the defined management area, including natural processes, activities, and authorities.