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Post by seajunky on Feb 15, 2009 1:24:48 GMT -12
The code of practice does not exist at the moment but has come about because of a suggestion by izzitafox. He suggested that we should as RSA anglers have a code of practice, which is actually a very good idea. So I have started a thread to which we can all add too. We will call it "The RSA code of practice. (The Recreational Sea Anglers Code of practice)
IF there is a code of practice, that anybody knows about that relates to the Recreational Sea Angler in the UK, Please let us know.
Please see below for the start of this Code of Practice. Also please feel free to add a post.
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Post by seajunky on Feb 15, 2009 1:26:35 GMT -12
Anglers MUST take home, or put in the bin their rubbish, and any other rubbish left by so called anglers.
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Post by seajunky on Feb 15, 2009 2:33:44 GMT -12
Anglers must not damage fixtures and fitting's on which they may rest their rods.
Anglers must have public safety in mind at all times when casting.
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Post by izzetafox on Feb 15, 2009 4:40:56 GMT -12
Kayak anglers should park sensibly so as to cause no obstruction. They should exercise modesty when changing their clothing.
Always observe local bye laws with regard to access whether it be on land or water.
Anglers should be aware of the offensive nature of discarded bait and dispose of it sensibly.
If challenged over access/fishing rights or launching rights always try and respond with courtesy and try to be reasonable.
Anglers should show restrain and only take sufficient fish for the table and not take fish to sell on.
Anglers should wherever possible fish on a catch and release basis and take extreme care when handling and unhooking fish. Where possible try and use barbless hooks and release fish in the water. With mackeral in particular be aware that to handle the fish and release it is to kill it.
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Post by seajunky on Feb 15, 2009 4:50:56 GMT -12
Nice one Terry, At the end of this process it will be necessary to put the c of p into categories of angling, i,e. beach fishing, pier fishing, Kayaking, etc.
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Post by izzetafox on Feb 15, 2009 5:09:05 GMT -12
Anglers should try and be courteous when approached with the proverbial 'Caught owt mate?' Everyone is a potential future angler. Be an ambassadeur for your sport.
Anglers should carry at least a basic First Aid kit and know how to use it. They should offer assistance to others where practicable.
Anglers should be aware of others around them and moderate their language and volume so as not to offend others.
Anglers if approached should be prepared to offer advice and guidance to inexperienced anglers. In doing so we will enhance both the welfare of our quarry and our reputation.
I appreciate some of this sounds like schoolboy stuff but my belief is that with enough suggestions it will be possible to draft the best into a reasonable code.
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Post by seajunky on Feb 15, 2009 5:15:49 GMT -12
If necessary to dispatch a fish. Do so with consideration, and out of the site of children, and none fishing persons. Make a quick clean job of it.
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Post by highplains on Feb 15, 2009 7:44:23 GMT -12
Well done seajunky, I think the idea is spot on and with a little effort will produce a meaningful code that perhaps other branches of angling will do well to take up. I'm not sure how "my passion for the protection of our fisheries" fits into this but I will have a go. All anglers should be aware that our fisheries are at risk from any number of threats, not least over exploitation. Be aware of that constant threat and return under size fish with care. If you have enough for your "pot" put some fish back, the fact that you caught it does not mean you have to kill it. We are the guardians of our sport for future generations and it is incumbent upon us to behave accordingly. Be aware of the "powers that be" and speak up for our sport, all branches of it, when ever the opportunity arises. Br proud to be a good and decent angler. With all best wishes. Highplains www.cpwf.co.uk/ |
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Post by seajunky on Feb 16, 2009 11:07:26 GMT -12
For safety reason, anglers should always use a shock leader of 10 x 6oz + 60lb breaking strain. So 10 time the amount of ounce's of lead ie, 5oz x 10 + 50lb minimum breaking strain shock leader.
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Post by leonroskilly on Feb 17, 2009 5:20:55 GMT -12
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Post by seajunky on Feb 17, 2009 8:40:50 GMT -12
Leon
Based on what the ramblers achieved with their code of practice, in terms of getting access. do you feel that to have an RSA code of practice that can be presented to WAG, would show that the RSA is getting its act together here in Wales, and is trying to be responsible? Even if it included items taken from other codes of practice.
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Post by shark on Feb 19, 2009 11:00:54 GMT -12
kayakers and shore anglers need to keep a safe distance apart but shore anglers need to understand kayaks do drift and polite shout to the kayaker is better than a 6oz weight to the head , Also some times kayaker launch on a empty beach and find it is shoulder to shoulder with beach anglers when they get back anglers need to under stand we do need to exit the water near our cars
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