Both groups are attracted by the natural beauty of our environment. This is a complicated issue. We all know what happens when our natural resources are abused. One of our members from Merlin, Oregon tells the story about the impact of the decrease of salmon in the Rogue River in southern Oregon. Many people can still remember when sports fishing enthusiasts would flock to the Rogue river for salmon fishing.
Today there is barely any salmon fishing left to do.
At the other end of Oregon's coast, the impact is also stunning. Association members are anxious to do their part to help solve the problems. Members have already substituted other types of fishing and rafting for salmon fishing. We are also doing catch and release fishing. We understand the need for planning and government restrictions.