As the environment becomes a bigger concern, it has never been more important to practice green fishing and boating techniques. There are many ways that you can enjoy your favorite hobbies and still be eco-friendly. It is vital to preserve the state of our waterways and to ensure that there are still plenty of fish to go around now, and fifty years from now. Here are some quick and easy tips to help you go green.
1. Practice leave no trace boating/camping/fishing.
Whether you are out on the water, on the shore for a few hours or you are camping for a week, it is important to practice leave no trace techniques. Don't leave trash behind, and make sure that when you leave an area, that you can't even tell it was used. Bring trash bags with you for refuse, and don't leave litter lying about. In addition, you should never bring plastic pop containers, pop holders or basically, anything plastic with you on a lake. These items may fall in the water and they are hazardous to fish.
2. Observe the rules.
Many lakes and reservoirs are now moving to a non-motorized boat rule. This helps cut down on water pollution and as water supplies become scarce, many municipalities are looking to these nearby lakes and waterways as a source of drinking water. If you see a sign that says no motorized craft, follow it - and don't try to get away with using your boat, even if no one is around. You wouldn't want to drink fuel, so you shouldn't make anyone else drink it either.
3. Practice safe fire tending.
If you will be lighting a fire for any reason, first check with the park system to see if it is safe to burn. Droughts have made forests drier than ever and it only takes one spark to start a forest fire that can cause billions in damage. Many of the more recent fires have actually been started by campfires. At this point, it's best to avoid using them entirely, unless it is absolutely necessary. If it is a windy day, or the area looks particularly dry, it's best to skip the fire.
4. Throw back some fish.
Unless a lake has a stocking practice, you may want to think about throwing a few of the immature fish you catch back. Yes, it lowers your take for the day, but you will be sustaining the lake and providing for future generations. Many fisherman have actually moved to a practice of throwing back all of their catches, simply to ensure that the fish population doesn't get depleted. While you don't have to go to that extreme, if you don't plan on eating them and you already have a few, it's best to toss them back.
These are just a few ways that you can be a friend to the environment and keep our parks, waterways and camping areas clean for the future. It doesn't take much effort and the rewards are great.
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Originally posted 2008-12-02 05:26:58. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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