jpinkster Posted March 6, 2017 Posted March 6, 2017 A little piece I wrote for the Bow River Chapter of Trout Unlimited Canada. Protecting our headwaters isn't just about what is going on in the Castle - this is an eastern slopes wide problem. http://bowriver.org/2017/03/05/its-time-we-got-serious-about-protecting-albertas-headwaters/ 2 Quote
Ricinus Posted March 6, 2017 Posted March 6, 2017 The resistance to any changes is strong and well financed. They are throwing up some sizable road blocks.. Mike Quote
BurningChrome Posted March 6, 2017 Posted March 6, 2017 The resistance to any changes is strong and well financed. They are throwing up some sizable road blocks.. Mike That's why we need to get as involved with it as they are. Here's another link to the survey for anyone who hasn't filled it out yet: https://talkaep.alberta.ca/CastleManagementPlan Quote
jpinkster Posted March 6, 2017 Author Posted March 6, 2017 ^ What he said. Sounds as though the responses to the government have been pretty evenly split between support and opposition. Government has noted the lack of support from the hunting and angling community. That's incredibly disappointing. 2 Quote
jgib01 Posted March 6, 2017 Posted March 6, 2017 This from the AB Wilderness Assc really resonated with me... Joanna Skrajny, Conservation Specialist with Alberta Wilderness Association: “Approximately 90% of Alberta’s provincial public land is open to motorized recreation even though only 2-6% of the population uses OHVs for fun. Deadline for the consultation period is extended, so if you haven;t done it yet, you have no good excuse 2 Quote
markd Posted March 6, 2017 Posted March 6, 2017 How about some random camping areas where no quads/bikes are allowed. Quote
fishteck Posted March 7, 2017 Posted March 7, 2017 This is the debate between "Entitlement" and "Privilege". The only avenue to get movement towards a more rational outcome is for the protectors of the back-country to Engage with Government. Unfortunately a voice that whispers or says nothing will not be listened to. Quote
BurningChrome Posted March 7, 2017 Posted March 7, 2017 The first two public consultations have been announced so if you can, get out there and have your voices heard. I've already seen that multiple OHV groups are planning to attend in large numbers. March 10: Pincher Creek4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.Pincher Creek Community Centre – 287 Canyon Drive March 11: MD of Ranchlands2 p.m. to 5 p.m.Chain Lakes Provincial Park – MD Office https://www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?xID=46413772EC843-D6C8-AD14-32F7905FFB03A5D8 1 Quote
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