[dropcap]F[/dropcap]lorida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission: Classify Snook, Redfish and Tarpon as a sport or game fish. Signing this simple petition started by Friends of Charlotte Harbor in Change.org can help make a big difference for Snook, Redfish, and Tarpon throughout the state of Florida. Please help by signing and/or passing it along to friends, fellow anglers, and conservation minded citizens.
“I would like to see the backcountry gamefish numbers returned and stop the overharvesting of redfish, snook and tarpon. These fish should be protected by the status of sportfish.” -Captain Austin Lowder (Placida, FL)
“Lets give these great gamefish the protection they deserve and ensure the health of our Florida fishery. The value of these fish to our ecosystem and economy is priceless.” -Ladd Stevens (Sarasota, FL)