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EPA again rejects petition to ban lead

KeepAmericaFishing announced in mid-February that the recent petition to ban lead fishing tackle was rejected.

As Bassmaster.com reported in December 2011, three anti-fishing groups petitioned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to ban lead fishing tackle as well as lead ammunition for shooting and hunting. A similar petition had been filed previously, and after 43,000 anglers voiced their opposition, the EPA rejected it in November 2010.

“Listening to the voices of thousands of activist anglers, on Feb. 14, 2012, the EPA once again rejected the most recent petition to federally ban lead fishing tackle under the Toxic Substances Control Act,” reported KeepAmericaFishing. “KeepAmericaFishing thanks everyone who took action on this important issue.”

KeepAmericaFishing asks for anglers’ support in passing the Hunting, Fishing and Recreational Shooting Sports Protection Act (S. 838/H.R. 1558), which, if passed, will help ensure that future regulations on fishing tackle are established based on scientific fact rather than petitions from anti-fishing groups.

To show your support, click here to notify your members of Congress that you support this bill.
LandLocked Premieres: Legendary Striper to Make Film Debut at Wildlife Expo

GREENVILLE, S.C.--()--A documentary film revealing the amazing story of how South Carolina made fishing history is scheduled to premiere at the 30th Annual Southeastern Wildlife Expo, in Charleston SC later this month.

“Most South Carolinians are familiar with the state bird, flower and tree, but very few can name the state fish”

LandLocked™ is the story about the Franklin D. Roosevelt era construction of the Santee-Cooper Dams, which formed South Carolina lakes Marion and Moultrie, and the resulting phenomenon – the world’s first freshwater striped bass. Executive producer Rich King, and passionate local fishermen who live for encounters with one of America’s greatest fighting fish, share the story.

“Most South Carolinians are familiar with the state bird, flower and tree, but very few can name the state fish,” explained King. “Fishing for stripers generates millions of dollars in revenue for the State each year. It’s one of America’s greatest fighting fish and it all started 70 years ago, right here in South Carolina.”

King partnered with Bryan Tankersley and Jeff Sumerel of Greenville, SC based Dark Corner Films to produce LandLocked™.

To learn more about LandLocked™ go to: www.landlockedfilm.com
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