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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #15 on: February 03, 2022, 01:23:32 PM »
:fire.:

" In today's instant gratification society, more and more pressure revolves around success and the measurement of one's prowess as a hunter by inches on a score chart or field photos produced on social media. Don't fall into the trap. Hunting is-and always will be- about the hunt, the adventure, the views, and time spent with close friends and family. " Ryan Hatfield

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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #16 on: February 03, 2022, 01:30:44 PM »
Where's Jackalopes "BOOM" when we need it! Perfectly worded Kim, well done!
Totally agree!  Nice work Kim!


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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #17 on: February 03, 2022, 01:40:55 PM »
! It was well stated.
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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #18 on: February 03, 2022, 01:42:52 PM »
I want to remind folks that Thorburn isn't a hunter. Despite this fact she has stood stronger than some of our other friends on the comission. She stood with maintaining hunting derbies (99%)coyote, when others shied away because of optics. She was not scared or detered.  I am not really surprised it was her speaking out, because she has stuck with science and the Comissioners mandates.
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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #19 on: February 03, 2022, 01:43:10 PM »
That was well stated.  I would recommend emailing her directly and thanking her for being candid and airing out the problems with the commission. 

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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #20 on: February 03, 2022, 01:50:07 PM »
Wow great common sense article!
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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #21 on: February 03, 2022, 02:09:27 PM »
I was originally unimpressed with her and thought she wasn't the right choice for the commission. I'm eating my words now. Especially when compared to the extremists on the commission, she has a level head about what the job of the DFW is really.
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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #22 on: February 03, 2022, 02:39:45 PM »
Its nice to see her call out the other commissioners and call it like it is.

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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #23 on: February 03, 2022, 02:54:51 PM »
That was well stated.  I would recommend emailing her directly and thanking her for being candid and airing out the problems with the commission.
I know we can email the commission but don't see where I can email Kim direct.  Is that address somewhere?
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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #24 on: February 03, 2022, 02:56:58 PM »
You can find her direct email in the WDFW directory. Didn't want to post it here directly.

https://wdfw.wa.gov/about/contact/employee-lookup

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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #25 on: February 03, 2022, 03:13:32 PM »
That was well stated.  I would recommend emailing her directly and thanking her for being candid and airing out the problems with the commission.
I know we can email the commission but don't see where I can email Kim direct.  Is that address somewhere?

You can email anyone in the Department or Commission, first name .second name@dfw.wa.gov
Works for Legislators too.
example using my name: bruce.vandervort@dfw.wa.gov
No I don't work there so don't try to email me with that email
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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #26 on: February 03, 2022, 03:43:13 PM »
Thanks Bruce and pickardjw
Pain is temporary, achieving the goal is worth it.

I didn't say it would be easy, I said it would be worth it.

Every father should remember that one day his children will follow his example instead of his advice.


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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #27 on: February 03, 2022, 04:02:03 PM »
"Restricting the rights of law-abiding citizens based on the actions of criminals and madmen will have no positive effect on the future acts of criminals and madmen. It will only serve to reduce individual rights and the very security of our republic." - Pianoman https://linktr.ee/johnlwallace https://valoaneducator.tv/johnwallace-2014743

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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #28 on: February 03, 2022, 08:05:13 PM »
Love the article - saw bloodorigins share it on Instagram. I dialed in to the special commission zoom meeting regarding spring bear and was also impressed with her comments there. If we could get rid of Lorna Smith and find another Kim Thorburn, feels like we’d be in a safer place for a while.

Sent her an email of thanks.
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Re: WDFW Commissioner Thorburn Op-Ed
« Reply #29 on: February 04, 2022, 04:53:35 AM »
Watch out Kim, reality can get you unappointed in the inslee world.  Ever stepped on a protected earthworm or body bashed a mouse? 

 


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