I think people should compare the value of a fish alive relative to a fish dead. Policy makers should consider the value added by a sport fisherman relative to people fishing for food. A fish killed for food feeds one person for one meal. A fish pursued by sport fisherman supports all the industries behind the moment of contact (rods, reels, lines, flies, boxes, gear, waders, travel, park fees etc); it is clear that a fish alive, being pursued by sport fishermen, feeds a whole lot more people than a fish dead on a plate.

Another great podcast, Martin. I so much appreciate receiving and listening to them. The last one with you recording in bed was a special touch. :-) Though I've never fished for Sea Trout - or in the ocean for that matter - I look forward to each podcast and listen as soon as I have opportunity.

I've been following your new recorder with interest. Have you decided on an external mic for it yet? I bought an external mono mic for my Edirol but it doesn't sound nearly as good as the built in dual stereo speakers. I'd like to get one that I can use on the outside of my clothing with the recorder inside out of the rain.

Dave
Sweet Home, Oregon, USA