Re: Spear fishing
[Re: belizeonthebeach]
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03/01/09 09:41 PM
03/01/09 09:41 PM
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From news report a few years ago.......
"A controversy erupted about spear fishing in the Placencia area, and whether or not it's legal in Belize. Purportedly, the government intended to make spear fishing with anything other than a Hawaiian sling illegal. However, somebody just never got around to finishing up the paperwork, so the only thing we know is illegal related to spear fishing is the taking of any marine product with a spear gun of any sort while scuba diving.
However, according to the Practical Guide to Good Practice: Managing Environmental Impacts in the Marine Recreation Sector, by The Center for Environmental Leadership in Business, a publication of the Coral Reef Alliance:
An overall decline in reef fish in coastal environments has been linked to spear fishing and over consumption of marine resources, and studies have shown that spear fishing can negatively impact populations of reef fish such as Nassau grouper (already endangered in Belize) and various types of parrotfish. According to critics, spear fishing is too effective as a method of harvesting certain types of reef fish. For example, because parrotfish rest within the reef at night, they are an easy target. Spear fishers also often target the largest fish on a reef, thus drastically reducing the reproductive capacity of particular species in an area.
Therefore, while it may not be "legally illegal" in Belize, we ask visitors to the area not to fish with anyone who is using a spear gun, and not to engage in this practice themselves."
From a "being polite angle", bloody fish attract sharks and it probably isn't a good idea around snorklers.
"Just another Day in Paradise"
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Re: Spear fishing
[Re: Danny2]
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03/02/09 05:10 PM
03/02/09 05:10 PM
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No he doesn't, Walter does.
_ _ _ _ _ _ _________________ _ _ _ _ _ _ But then what do I know, I am but a mere caveman
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Re: Spear fishing
[Re: klcman]
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03/02/09 06:52 PM
03/02/09 06:52 PM
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Ms Killen,
I was one of the spearfishing group that you observed. I am sorry to frighten you, as I am a reasonable and sane waterman who has chosen to live on the reef in Belize. I seem to remember that you were having difficulty in mooring, due to the shift in current and wind. It did take some skill to protect the area and our boats in this condition, I am curious, if you observed me entering the water, what frightened you??? Was it my methodical approach to safety?? Or perhaps the way that we deployed in teams to snorkel in a perfect setting on a perfect day?? I am not understanding your very public statement. I am a spearfisherman,waterman, and very resolute in the efficiency of the elegance of the sport. My personal belief is that to spearfish is MUCH less destructive than rods and reels.Constantly on the reef, I stop and clear monofilament with a dead fish and hook on the end of it. Annoying...yes,illegal? no. My theory is,one breath,one dive. I recognize that I become part of the food chain as I participate in this simple way of living. Ban all taking of seafood...not the method that is compatible with the ecosystem. I invite you to join me in the ocean any day at any time. If you leave the experience with any fear about MY PARTICULAR approach to existing in harmony with the natural cycle of the reef, I will discontinue spearfishing for the rest of my life. Ignorance of another style of being is prevalent, but distasteful in any society.Join me one day as I watch my fishing friends clean 50 to 100 snapper, then give away barracuda because they don't want to clean them, take lobster out of season because their clients need to have a lobster lunch on a back beach. Then come out and spearfish, take one fish, clean it pray over it before dinner and thank the ocean for the gift,if you leave this experience without understanding, I will discontinue spearfishing for the rest of my life. Please join me at Tres Cocos and swim through the conch graveyards, where hundreds of undersized conch shells are left in piles on the reef, harvested by commercial hunters with serious disregard for the laws and environmental policy of Belize. I spearfish every day, take only what is legal, eat what I take, and thankfully appreciate the time in the ocean and on this earth. Please give me the opportunity to help you more completely understand this process that is germain to my existence here in Belize.
Respectful kind regards, Jack Burnett 601-7130 Great Escape
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Re: Spear fishing
[Re: pamkillen]
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03/03/09 02:33 AM
03/03/09 02:33 AM
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Hello Travellin Man1, My name is Jack Burnett. I was on a boat named by Pam Killen as frightening to her sensibilities. You stated that you would like to protest against the boat that frightened her. Can I buy you a cup of coffee to discuss this issue?? Just let me know when it is convenient and I will meet you to discuss this. Kindest Regards, Jack Burnett [email protected]601-7130 _________________________ chezcaribe.com A traveler's destination in the fishing town of San Pedro. House and studios
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