The attached flyers are concerning a meeting that is scheduled to discuss a proposal to turn Lake Kapowsin into an “Aquatic Reserve”.
It is important that the hunting and sport fishing communities are fully represented at this meeting even though they say, “Designation of an aquatic reserve does not affect recreational fishing and hunting.” The hunting and sport fishing communities need to be at the table and part of the discussion in order to ensure access to the lake is maintained and the lake can continue to be used for hunting and fishing activities.
You can speak or submit written comments at the meeting, or send them to: Washington State Department of Natural Resources (see the flyer and below for contact information).
Observation:
The flyer titled “lake kp” has a section titled “Goals for the Lake Kapowsin Aquatic Reserve”. One of the bullet items states: “Preserve existing low impact public use and enjoyment of the lake, such as fishing.”; however, there is no mention of hunting in this this section. We need to ensure hunting is listed as a goal for the Lake Kapowsin Aquatic Reserve. If hunting is not in writing and part of the final plan, future opportunities to hunt on the lake may be uncertain.
Thank you, and please pass this on to others that might have a vested interest.
When is the Meeting?
April 23rd 2016 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Where is the Meeting?
Graham Fire Station 94
23014 70th Ave E Graham, WA 98338
Learn More
http://www.dnr.wa.gov/managed-lands/aquatic-reserves Questions or Comments:
Speak or submit written comment at the meeting, or send to:
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
ATTN: Birdie Davenport
PO Box 47027
Olympia, WA 980504
roberta.davenport@dnr.wa.gov
360-902-1073
