January/February
2007
FEATURES:
10 The Crab
Man Cometh – A CCA
Texas volunteer’s work for the proper conservation of crab
populations wins him the nickname “The Crab Man,” as well as the
2006 Heroes of Conservation Award from Field & Stream magazine.
– By Ted Venker
18 Warm Up to
Winter Reds – On Bayou Barataria, northeast
winds and plunging temperatures mean just one thing in the Louisiana
marsh – redfish. – By Al Rogers
26 Trash to Treasure
– North Carolina conservationists and legislators are taking action
to keep ecologically important oyster shell out of landfills and put
it back in the water where it belongs. – By Mike Marsh
34 Warning Signs in the Sunshine State – Florida’s exploding
angler population means pressure is mounting on the state’s two
premier inshore game fish species. – By Rick
Farren
40 Make Your Own Luck – There are two ways to catch a
world-class trout – by accident or on
purpose. Check out a light-tackle Texan’s thoughts on making your
own luck for the fish of a lifetime. – By
Mike McBride
48 The
Circle For Life – As managed fish stocks improve,
anglers often find themselves releasing large numbers of small fish.
Circle hooks are the answer for conservationists seeking a way to
both hook up and release alive. – By Dr.
Russell Nelson.
52 Expect the Unexpected – No one expects a pleasant day on
the water to turn into a life-threatening experience, but without
the right knowledge and supplies even minor accidents can get
serious. – By Capt. John Kumiski
56 United in Conservation – The CCA Life Members –
CCA acclaims its Life Members and wishes to thank those who have
made the life membership commitment in support of our marine
resources.
DEPARTMENTS:
6 Casting
Comments -
The Last Fish
61 Capitol Ideas
62 Tide Bits
78 Last Wrap
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