1. fishing is a national past time shared by many generations and people of all backgrounds

2. fishing/boating provides thousands of jobs in and around coastal communities as well as nationwide providing billions of dollars in the national economy

3. fishing provides an outlet for family enjoyment and quality time together

4. fishing/boating is an something that builds lifelong memories

5. catching fish sharing it with friends/family/neighbors is a communal thing

6. people that fish learn about nature first hand

7. fishing/boat brings groups of people together from all walks of life who share in a common passion

8. many of are outdoor rights are under attack if we lose them we may not get them back....if at all for some great time.

9. both recreation/commercial fishing industry spends most of it's money in there local community (the dallor spent on that activity turns around about 5 time before it leaves the area)

10. are right to fish/boat is a matter of freedom...which makes this country great! but freedom takes effort so lets go to washington dc and support this!