I heart OBG.
I am reminded why these things are called "discussion forums."
What I think OBG is asking for, and what I'll suggest plainly, is that we consider making this "discussion" forum into an "action" forum.
fish_finder said best what direction this thread is taking:
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The NEFGA is a unique community that in my opinion can have a loud voice in the decisions made by the NGPC
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Trouble is, NGPC doesn't need any more voices, it needs a bunch of
hands.
Let me be both honest and blunt. Recycled Fish, the organization that I run (thanks for the plug, SKershaw) did a survey about a year ago of people who identify themselves as "stewardship minded sportsmen." Of that group, 100% said that they would give back to the resource in some way, either time or money.
Subsequently, we created opportunities for them to actually do that and participation rate was somewhere below 10%.
Look guys, if nothing changes nothing changes. You have to actually exert some effort if you want to see change, and plugging some keys on your keyboard doesn't count.
Want to volunteer? OBG has given some great ways. Pick one and make time, not excuses. PM me, I'll put you to work doing something you'll enjoy that fits your available time and your skill set, and it will make a difference. 2 hours per week is huge - heck, 2 hours per month is a big deal! Sadly, most people do little or nothing (but can tell you who is leading on American Idol on any given week).
One parting thought. NGPC isn't "them." We live in a country governed of the people by the people. "The people" is you. If you want something done differently...improved...then get involved.