X ` Man wrote:
On 1/19/12 8:18 PM, Earl wrote:
Wayne.B wrote:
On Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:20:56 -0500, X ` Man
wrote:

Public Access Threatened at Biscayne National Park
Protect Boating and Fishing Access

The National Park Service at Biscayne National Park recently
released a
draft General Management Plan (GMP), which proposes to close over 20
percent of public waters to recreational boating and fishing. Numerous
stakeholders are opposed to this broad public access closure,
including
the Florida Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

The Park Service’s proposals include establishment of between a 10,000
to 21,000-acre marine reserve within Biscayne National Park’s
boundaries. This vast marine reserve would entirely prohibit
recreational fishing. Additionally, the Park’s plans establish several
“no combustion engine zones” which act as de facto closure of the
Park’s
waters to boating, as engine powered boats will find it nearly
impossible to launch from shore and other prohibited areas within the
park.

Complete article at:


http://www.capwiz.com/nmma/issues/al...740581&type=CO
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Yet another branch of the federal government that is out of control
and out of touch. They should have their funding cut. Although the
National Park Service does a good job with some things, there should
be a mandate for public forums on all proposed rule making and strong
justification required for anything that limits public access and use.

I agree. Ever see a "US Government Property - No Trespassing" sign? What
the hell does that really mean?


Uh...No Trespassing?
Of course. On public land paid by...taxpayers?

I get the security concern but I think the signs could be worded better
to illustrate that point.