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Special Interest => Fish Restocking / Acclimatisation and Environment => Topic started by: Scott Mitchell on November 08, 2010, 07:11:18 AM
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Heads up for our members & any guests - It is the Fraser Coast Fish Stocking Associations General meeting Tonight ;)
Commencing at 7.30pm at The Kondari Resort on Elizabeth St Urangan - behind the restaurant at the back overlooking the lakes.
We will be confirming our fish orders tonight for deliver with-in the next 3-4 weeks.
See you all there.
Regards
Scot Mitchell
President FCFSA
http://fcfsa.sweetwaterfishing.com.au
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Thanks for the heads up Scott.
I must say I was quite disappointed to see the fish stock ordered, very small number of Barra (5000), and a huge amount of bass (75000).
Its a shame to see the barra stocking go by the way, this dam a fantastic barra fishery, being the most southern available, a great weekend trip for us from SEQ, particularly now the camping is finally available. But it is only one of many bass fisheries.
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Binder - There is much debate over this issue & it has been heavily discussed in the past. At present there definitely appears to be more barra being encountered & caught than bass in any case. The FCFSA are committed to managing Lenthalls as a multi species impoundment & believe that it can be done - time will tell .................
I encourage any one with an interest in the management of Lenthalls to join the FCFSA & that way you will have direct input into it's future management.
Regards
Scott Mitchell
FCFSA President
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I've heard both sides of this debate & won't wade into it here.
HOWEVER, I will tell anybody that has a preference to either: -
A - become a member of any group if you wish to play a role or have a say, or
B- send the group a nice letter or email with you thoughts & why.
Ultimately, fish stocking in Qld is driven by community groups who run on a democratic system. Bums on seats & hands in the air is what makes the decisions & decides policy (within Govt guidelines provided).
I encourage everyone to get involved in the own fishing future & applaud all who take the time to do so. :yourock
Its plain fact that some folks wont get along with others & people may have opposing views. This isnt exclusive to fish restocking, go to you local P&C or junior soccer club, I've seen some doosies there. :-X
Play the ball, not the man & keep the bigger picture in mind. :thumbsup
Cheers,
fitzy..
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The FCFSA have now confirmed their fish orders for this year as follows :-
5500- Barrumundi fingerling's at 50-60mm from GAWB at a cost of $3025- + delivery
80,000 Bass Fingerling's from Bill Proctor at Bundy at a cost of $16,000- delivered
These fish are due for delivery with-in the next 2 - 4 weeks & I will post dates & times for those members who may be able to assist with distribution.
Thanks
Scott Mitchell
President