Re: [Paddlewise] Saturation Point

Bob R. Creager of Sarasota, FL wrote:
>Ya know, you people who think your the only ones with the right to use the 
>waterways need to get lives <snip> Sure, boycott training and education,
that really 
>sounds like the way to ensure saving the environment ... Just take your ball 
>and go home, right? ... Grow up.

Yes, I've been paddling for eons, and miss the "good old days" when so few
were out on the water and campsites plentiful and pristine. Why wouldn't I
miss those times? However, that was not the underlying reason for my post
and question(s). Some of us, here in BC and I'm sure in other localities,
are really grappling with the issue of increased usage, large numbers of
untrained paddlers practicing "easy kayakism", and increased use of rescue
resources, etc.

I simply thought there might be some intelligent discussion possible, or
even just a poke to get people thinking about their impact and the future
of the sport/lifestyle/recreational pursuit called sea kayaking. I know I
have been doing just that, this summer during my sabatical from kayaking.

Bob, your response to my post is understandable in light of your initial
perception. Now that you understand, hopefully, a bit more of the original
intent, perhaps you have something a little more intelligent to add (?).

BC'in Ya
Doug Lloyd   
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