CONCLUSION
Florida has outstanding natural
resources and our black bass play an important role ecologically
and economically as they are enjoyed by both Floridians and
tourists. When coupled with responsible conservation management
plans and an engaged citizenry that understands the benefits of
managing for healthy freshwater fisheries, we can ensure Florida is
the undisputed "Bass Fishing Capital of the World." Public input
into this plan and innovative thinking will continually enhance our
ability to reach our goal and adapt to new technological,
environmental, political, and social issues. However, fisheries
management is a complex issue and many seemingly straight forward
tasks (see Appendix
IV, Pro-Con issues) must be examined from multiple viewpoints
and are not always within the power of one agency to implement.
Therefore, the plan will be a working document that will drive
applied research, adaptive management, public involvement,
partnership development, and effective marketing. This is an
ongoing effort to reach out and connect with our anglers and
fishing-related businesses as well as to become more relevant to
non-traditional stakeholders.
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