Rally Point : Charlie?

[gameover]

Where is the "official" rally point. I understand the capitol steps... But where are we organizing?

I live just out side the DMZ in northern Va. And thus far seem to be rolling in solo. Would like to link up with the SFC crowd

What do we need to bring? Drum circles? body painted naked chicks? Pho fur? Banners? Riot gear?

I think someone needs to launch a 62' mann in the reflecting pool.... or even my 29 sea vee would be a sight!


No seriously: Whats the plan for wed. I would like to make my presence. feel free to give me a call or anyone wants to ride in from northern va.

Taylor
703-856-8296

[Russell A. Jost]

GO: according to a RFA memo dated Feb 16th, people traveling by car should park at UNION STATION and walk to the capital due to limited parking. Look for people with orange hunting caps. They are rally volunteers that can point you in the right direction.

[WAHOONBOX]

THE ONLY TING FOR CERTAIN I KNOW IS I WILL BE THERE...MY CELL IS 252 269 0035...I WILL HAVE A BRITE NAUTICAL BLUE SFC COAT ON...IF THAT MEANS ANYTIHNG.

I MAY EVEN PARK I ARLINGTON AND TAKE THE TRAIN TO DC


HOW BIG IS UNION STATION? COST? WILL IT BE A NIGHTMARE ?

[gottaflylee]

Couple of things I got from another site...

Fishermen's Rally in D.C. Things to Know

Saltwater Anglers, Charter & Party Boat Captains, Marine Business Owners, Commercial Fishermen and Related Industry Workers

Let Your Voice Be Heard!

The current federal fisheries law – the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA) – is broken and in need of immediate action. Arbitrary and non-scientific provisions coupled with unrealistically rigid restrictions are keeping all fishermen off the water.

Through strict enforcement of the provisions contained within MSA, and the rapidly expanding denial of public access to rebuilt and rebuilding fisheries, it has become extremely clear to the majority of anglers and fishing organizations that the federal fisheries law must be fixed.


Things to Know
Travel around Washington can be done by any mode. Parking is always an issue so if you drive your own vehicle it is suggested that you try to find parking at Union Station or any parking garage near there. The rally is being held just two blocks from Union Station (walk SE down Delaware Avenue from Union Station towards the Capitol and look for the crowd of 3,000 assembled in Area 2 on your right at the corner of Delaware and Constitution Avenue!)

In terms of getting around the DC area, taxis are good but can also be a little expensive. The Metro is always good and not very expensive. Go to: www.wmata.com, then click on “maps and stations”, then you will see the metro map. The metro operates by “lines”, yellow, blue, red, green, and orange. You can find the line nearest where you will be staying and then navigate to where you want to go. The best place to get to the rally is “Union Station” on the red line.

To buy tickets for the metro there are vending machines before you get on. You can place any amount from a dollar to $20 in the machine and get a ticket. A $10 ticket is all you need. Once you have a ticket you go to the turnstiles and insert the ticket into the slot. When you get off at your destination you will insert your ticket and it will return it to you with the amount deducted for the distance traveled - $10 will get you around town several times. Keep in mind, the folks who work at the metro are very helpful and will answer any question you have.

Rally attendees should remember, the rally has been coordinated in an effort to reform the Magnuson Stevens Act. At precisely 12 noon, the rally will kick off with presentations by key Senators and Congressmen who are supporting our efforts in the fishing community to add common sense to the federal fisheries law through passage of Senate Bill 1255 and House Bill 1584. As written, the Flexibility in Rebuilding American Fisheries Act would allow the Secretary of Commerce limited flexibility to make important fisheries management decisions in extending the 10-year rebuilding time frame for coastal fisheries currently on a positive rebuilding trend.

Familiarize yourself with HR1584/S1255. http://theparamount.bizland.com/site...sheriesact.pdf

Field Marshalls and Crowd Marshalls (look for the orange hats) will be helping coordinate foot traffic between Union Station and Area 2 by the Capitol and will strictly monitoring activities along the rally grounds. If any counter-demonstrators (think PETA, etc.) or hecklers provide a problem, quickly notify one of the Marshalls or find a Uniformed Police Officer. Do not engage any hecklers or counter-protestors!

Also, please avoid confrontational behavior and remain respectful. If a rally participant or heckler becomes dangerous or overly confrontational, please contact a Uniformed Police Officer.

If there is an emergency at any location during the Rally or March, immediately call “911” on your cell phone, or contact a Uniformed Police Officer. An ambulances will be stationed nearby to respond immediately. All incidents should be reported one of the Marshalls (orange hats) or a Uniformed Police Officer. Several trained medical personnel will be roaming the crowd with AEDs for possible heart attack victims. Call an ambulance first, then alert one of these people!

No drinking, no profanity, and avoid all confrontation! A peaceful, respectful rally will help us win in DC on February 24th, and will ensure a most memorable and truly historic event.



Cleared Items to Bring

Small umbrellas
Water, lunch, hand-carried small coolers
Lawn chairs that you can carry in
Cameras
Blankets
Backpacks
Hand Held Signs, wood supports, no screws

Prohibited Items
Tents, canopies
Nothing to sell
Firearms or explosive devices
Nothing to stake in the ground
*All backpacks, purses and bags will be inspected



Signs, banners, and placards are permitted as a part of a permitted activity. All supports for these items must not exceed three quarters (¾) of an inch at their largest point, have dull ends, and made entirely of wood. There can be no nails, screws, or bolt-type fastening devices protruding from the wooden supports. These items may not be used to offer any item for sale, to solicit contributions or contain any form of advertising. Any display of signs, banners, placards, and related items is strictly prohibited inside all Capitol Buildings.

Remember, this event is to help reform our federal fisheries law – keep that in mind when making up your signs.

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I FISH, I VOTE

______________________


REFORM MAGNUSON NOW

______________________


FIX MSA NOW!

Remember, the rally starts at exactly noon on February 24th, 2010 at Area 2 beside the US Capitol – get there early!!!

Our legislative champions from the House and Senate will speak first and deserve your attention and support for their efforts to fix our federal fisheries law. No matter which side of the aisle they belong – Democrat or Republican - no matter what issue of mainstream concern they might support or oppose (healthcare, taxes, education, etc.), these legislators who will assemble with you on February 24th have dedicated their support for Magnuson reform. Cheer them on – and show your support.

At 12 o’clock noon, Pam Anderson of Anderson Marina in Panama City, FL will offer the day’s invocation. Emcee Ray Bogan will then offer a moment of silence for the men and women of the U.S. armed services now serving this great nation of ours. This will be followed by the Pledge of Allegiance as recited by 3,000 American fishermen standing united by a common bond of sea and democracy.

United we fish.

[gameover]

THE ONLY TING FOR CERTAIN I KNOW IS I WILL BE THERE...MY CELL IS 252 269 0035...I WILL HAVE A BRITE NAUTICAL BLUE SFC COAT ON...IF THAT MEANS ANYTIHNG.

I MAY EVEN PARK I ARLINGTON AND TAKE THE TRAIN TO DC


HOW BIG IS UNION STATION? COST? WILL IT BE A NIGHTMARE ?

Marty,
If you guys want to park at my house your welcome, I live close to a metro station and thats the method of trans I intend on using.
Taylor

[Thunnus Amongus]

IM starting at Constitution & Delaware then looking for familiar faces.
Tom

[WAHOONBOX]

Marty,
If you guys want to park at my house your welcome, I live close to a metro station and thats the method of trans I intend on using.
Taylor

SOUNDS COOL...

WILL YOU PM ME YOUR CONTACT PHONE AND ADDRESS?

MY PLAN IS TO BE AT THE CAPITOL AROUND 9AM OR SO TO GET SOME EARLY FOOTAGE BEFORE THE CROWDS FORMS

252 269 0035