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[pijcarroll]

hey all,

 

I am going to Switzerland this August and wasn't planning on fishing while over there, but sometimes I get bored at work and decide to do a bit of research on the fishing over there. While I was browsing around I came across this puzzling article. It seems that catch and releasing fish is an illegal act in Switzerland. Just figured I'd share this with the rest of you.

 

http://troutundergro...in-switzerland/

 

Cheers,

 

 

[TheRealCraigAC]

hmm interesting

[Terran]

Now there is an example of political ineptitude at work. Take a group of uneducated (to fishing) politicians with PETA overtones and allow them to pass laws on issues they have no real understanding or clue about.

 

I would imagine that any chance of enjoying a fishing trip while in Switzerland would be pretty slim. Especially for anyone with a conservation mindset.

 

Sort of brings this video to mind.

 

http://youtu.be/k76IGLi6jWI

 

Just change it to Fishy Whacking Week and imagine traditionally garbed Swiss folk with rods and clubs.

 

Disturbing,

 

Terran