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Gaviota Coast Big Winner of First Classic

Awesome Day, enthusiastic competitors, tough fishing were hallmarks of initial Gaviota Coast Conservancy/The Sportfishing Conservancy “Classic.”

This past Saturday a full field of fishers converged on the Gaviota coast vying for honor and prizes in the first Conservancy Classic surf fishing competition. Starting at Goleta Beach Park weather was awesome, but surf conditions (with more 'salad' than fish) proved challenging. Saturday was one of those days where “Fishing was great, but the catching was tough,” as the saying goes. Despite the conditions, Alice Lee walked away with a hard fought tournament victory. Other winners included Cooper Stoddard garnering second place with Leo Shuman posting the third best performance. It's also important to recognize local realtor, Marco Farrell, who sponsored all of our junior anglers. Marco is a talented fisherman in his own right, who understands how important it is to get kids outside and involved in the out of doors. Congratulations to all.

After the weigh-in, while everyone held their breath and raffle tickets, GCC’s go-to volunteer, Janet Koed, got an unexpected but fitting bonus when her name was drawn as the grand prize Kayak winner. Congrats. Most of all, a big shout out goes to all participants who helped raise over $500 for the Gaviota Coast Conservancy to further their mission supporting the Gaviota coast, including recreational access. We look forward to seeing everyone back next year.

NOTE: GCC President, Steve Forsell (pictured), walked away winning a tackle pack and new t-shirt (size large)…

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Poachers Can't Hide

Sportfishing Conservancy Launches “Poachers Cant Hide” Program,
Distributing Laminated Wallet Cards to Anglers Across California

Free “PCH” Cards Help Sportsmen Report Poaching Activities, Increase Effectiveness of Existing CALTIP Program

Poachers Can't Hide Program Sportfishing Conservancy

Non-profit fishing & conservation organization The Sportfishing Conservancy has launched a new “Poachers Can’t Hide (PCH) program to give both California sportsmen and law enforcement another useful tool in the battle against poaching of fish and game across the state.

At the heart of this program is a laminated, wallet-sized PCH information card designed for sportsmen to keep on their person at all times. Developed by The Sportfishing Conservancy in coordination with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, PCH is designed to augment the existing CALTIP program by spurring reports and, most importantly, make better witnesses of those who do report suspected poaching activities. These cards are being handed out during meetings/presentations at various fishing clubs across the state. In addition, anglers can request cards through

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Please take a few moments to share your fishing experience with us. Your answers will help in providing a more accurate picture of what we do, how, when and where we do it. Your results will be bundled with all others, then shared with you along with other participants. The Department of Fish and Wildlife is concerned about the drop in fishing license sales and we are looking for baseline information before seeking solutions to this. Your answers will remain anonymous.

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The Sportfishing Conservancy's Mission

Recognizing that with privilege comes responsibility, the mission of the Sportfishing Conservancy is to empower sportsmen to fulfill and celebrate their commitment to their sport and to the real world conservation.

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Anglers for Conservation
Carpinteria Sportfishing Club
Channel Fishing Club
Gold Coast Lady Anglers
Los Angeles Rod and Reel Club
Santa Barbara Flyfishers
Santa Barbara Bass Club
Santa Barbara Sport
San Diego County
Wildlife Federation
San Diego Council of Bass Clubs
Inland Saltwater Anglers Club

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