Posted on 11/04/2009 6:04 AM
The meaning of "grassroots" is "pertaining to, or involving the common people." Grassroots is not like anything else in politics. Today's major political movements tend to ignore the grassroots and focus almost exclusively on the use of media to gather winning support at the polls. But "grassroots" efforts are needed if we are to make enduring improvements to society.
Grassroots is a testimony to what we can do when we "get involved." During the past two months the officers of the NJOA; Ed Markowski, Pete Grimbilas, Jerry Natale and Cory Wingerter, along with countless volunteers, traveled the length of the Garden State to speak at sportsmen's clubs, hand out flyers at retail stores and talk with customers at bait & tackle shops in an effort to rally the common people and bring attention to the decaying condition of New Jersey's outdoors.
Their efforts ended with the Rescue Our Outdoor Rally (R.O.O.R.), an initiative that highlighted the need to reverse the trends that are weakening the condition of our forests, waters, fish and wildlife. It was also a forum for Mr. Chris Christie to announce his commitment to reverse these trends.
So, I'd like to thank all of you - the common people - for being involved, for your efforts to get out the vote and for caring enough to make a difference. Change does not come easy and the election of Mr. Chris Christie as New Jersey's next governor is only the first step in many that we will need to take in order to improve the condition of New Jersey's outdoors.
As we take these steps and encounter challenges we now have a history of success to look back on for inspiration. In 2007 we, the "common people," voted two state legislators opposed to fishing and hunting out of office and two pro-outdoor legislators into office in District 12. In 2008 we unified to elect Congressman John Adler to federal office. Now, in 2009, we helped to elect the next governor of New Jersey - Mr. Chris Christie.
Again, thank you. There are 650,000 anglers, hunters and conservationists in NJ. Our numbers are nearly 30% of the people who voted in yesterday's election! We can control the future of conservation in New Jersey - in fact, we have already begun.
Posted on 11/03/2009 5:39 AM
We've spent the last three weeks providing as much information as we could about why Election Day is important to those who enjoy fishing and hunting. We've shown how oversight is in a state of decay, we've watched how those opposed to our values are taking political control and slowly stripping us of our freedoms, we've also watched as the health of our forests erodes.
Before our eyes we see science being replaced with emotion for the management of fish and game, we've been introduced to confusing new terms such as "over-fished;" a word that is used to close down fisheries even when there is an abundance of fish.
Anglers, hunters and conservationists are being regarded by some in political positions as insignificant - even though we are in the majority. We are treated as if we damage the environment when we are in fact true environmental stewards. Our apathy has allowed those that oppose us attain positions of power and influence over us.
Today, Election Day, we have a chance to make a difference. We have a chance to show we are the majority. We can assert that we are environmental stewards and that we should be recognized as such.
Those who differ with our values and detest our way of life have publicly announced their endorsement of Governor Corzine. On the other hand, Mr. Chris Christie has stated in ads, speeches and one-on-one conversations with anglers, hunters and conservationists that he understands the value of our love and respect for the outdoors.
I'll end my 2009 election information with the following quote from someone many of us have depended on for snippets of advice since we were children:
Waiting for the fish to bite or waiting for wind to fly a kite. Or waiting around for Friday night or waiting perhaps for their Uncle Jake or a pot to boil or a better break or a string of pearls or a pair of pants or a wig with curls or another chance. Everyone is just waiting. ~Dr. Seuss
What are we waiting for? The future is ours for the taking. If you agree, send this to as many people as you can today.
Seize the day.
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Posted on 11/01/2009 7:14 AM
The outdoorsmen and outdoorswomen of New Jersey have the chance to be a major voice in the 2009 election, a voice that can resonate for decades, a voice that has long been missing from the political landscape. The elements have come together, like the perfect storm, for us to seize the day or be destined to grumble about how anglers, hunters and environmental stewards have tumbled into insignificance.
Anthony Mauro, New Jersey Outdoor Alliance
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Candidates had their day, now voters have their say
By Bob Ingle November 1, 2009
TRENTON - Now comes the only election poll that really matters - the voters deciding on Tuesday who they want to run the state for the next four years. It's not brain surgery, all it calls for is logic and unemotional thinking.
Jon Corzine: If you liked the past four years, if you think you're better off now than you were before, you'll love the next four if the governor wins another term. He has not given any indication he would do anything different. In fact, he will take a victory as a signal you want more of the same.
Chris Daggett: He is very much like Corzine, "Corzine Light" some people call him... Daggett can't win. He's a spoiler. A vote for him is a vote for Corzine... People are suspicious of Daggett, largely unknown until he showed up and got enough contributions to be in the ELEC debates. Some think Democrats put him into the race because without him draining votes Chris
Christie would win easily.
Chris Christie: ...Christie is not perfect, nobody is, but there is no argument that when he was appointed U.S. Attorney his detractors said he would be a disaster and he made fools of them. He also sent crooked politicians to jail who had been ripping off New Jersey for a long time while their colleagues and fellow "public servants" turned their heads.
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Wind and rain doesn't deter sportsmen -- or Chris Christie -- from rally
By Al Ristori
October 29, 2009, 7:40PM ledger
Despite a dire rain and wind forecast that even led to cancellation of the Hi-Mar Fall Striper Tournament, sportsmen filled the stands at last Saturday's New Jersey Outdoor Alliance (NJOA) Rescue Our Outdoors Rally at New Egypt Speedway to cheer on NJOA-endorsed candidate for governor Chris Christie as well as state legislators supporting fishing and hunting.
NJOA President Anthony Mauro Sr. said there was pressure on the NJOA to remain neutral in the race for governor, but the trustees felt it was "the right thing to do" in endorsing Christie - who was enthusiastically received at the end of the program as he pledged to support issues of concern to the fishing and hunting public.
Fortunately, there was only some light rain during the program, as NJOA-endorsed 3rd District Democratic Assembly members John Burzichelli and Celeste Riley spoke, followed by Assembly Republicans Caroline Casagrande and Declan O'Scanlon (Dist. 32) plus Ronald Dancer and Joe Malone (Dist. 30), Senator Martha Karrow (R-Dist. 23), and longest-serving Assemblyman John Rooney (Dist. 39) - an avid striper fisherman who's retiring this year.
Pete Grimbilas was also on hand to speak about progress in getting pots off the reefs legislation through now that Assembly Speaker Joe Roberts (D-Camden), who has prevented any vote on the bill, is leaving the Assembly. ASMFC Commissioner Tom Fote of Toms River brought the rally up to date on the sea bass closure in federal waters, and the measures being taken to overturn it. He mentioned a letter from Acting N.J. DEP Commissioner Mark Mauriello to U.S. Commerce
Secretary Gary Locke asking for reconsideration of the sea bass closure on the basis of scientific evidence indicating improved stocks - and asking "that in the future all affected state agencies be consulted when making decisions concerning closure of fisheries."
The Jersey Coast Anglers Association holds their annual Sportsperson-of-the-Year Dinner Dance on Sunday, Nov. 15 at Crystal Point Yacht Club in Point Pleasant. Freshman N.J. congressmen John Adler and Leonard Lance are the speakers. Individual tickets are $75. Call Dan Miller at 609 660-2126.
Check my blog at nj.com/shore/blogs/fishing for additional fishing information.
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Posted on 10/29/2009 4:15 AM
Diversion of Sea Life Protection Funds Threatens $42 Mln Industry
Senator Marcia Karrow, a member of the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee, said the Corzine administration has quietly taken $850,356 from shellfish protection funds as the state’s budget crisis has worsened. The transfer of these dedicated funds was not authorized in the budget passed by the Legislature and threatens to shut down an industry that provides jobs well beyond the Jersey Shore, Karrow said.
“The diversions threaten to kill desperately needed jobs in the state’s $42 million shellfish harvesting industry during one of the worst recessions in history,” Karrow said. “This idiotic move was made by a governor who keeps trying to persuade the public that he job creation is his top priority.”
The Atlantic City Press has reported that some of the diverted funds are used to ensure that no shellfish are harvested from polluted areas. Without certification that harvested clams and oysters are not be taken from polluted areas, the federal Food and Drug Administration will not allow the sale New Jersey shellfish, fishermen say.
“The New Jersey shellfish industry generates $42 million in annual revenue for fishermen and estimated $250 million in economic benefits for the state,” Karrow said. “The Corzine administration should have never diverted this money, even if it did have the legal authority to do so without the Legislature’s approval.”
Karrow urged the treasurer to restore the money to the shellfish protection funds and to stop taking money that can’t be diverted without legislative approval.
“The governor can’t make up for his failed fiscal policies by ignoring the law,” Karrow said. The Atlantic City Press story is below:
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Clam bed patrol loses New Jersey funds
By RICHARD DEGENER Staff Writer, 609-463-6711 | Posted: Thursday, September 17, 2009 |
ATLANTIC CITY - New Jersey's shell fishermen are concerned cutbacks in state funding for marine enforcement could jeopardize their ability to get their clams and oysters to market.
State Division of Fish and Game Director David Chanda told the state Marine Fisheries Council recently that his department's shellfish program lost $850,000 in funding for the fiscal year budget that began July 1.
Some of the that money would have funded the DEP's patrols of clam beds. The Food and Drug Administration re quires the patrols; without them, the FDA may not approve the shipping of New Jersey shellfish to out-of state markets.
"It's a grave concern for us right now. (DEP) Commissioner (Mark) Mauriello wasn't able to stop it. We, like most everybody else in state government, are reacting to less resources," Chanda said Sept. 3.
The patrols cover back-bay areas to make sure shellfish are not taken from polluted waters. The FDA's approvals for interstate shipping, however, would apply to all shellfish, including ocean clams and even Delaware Bay oysters that are taken from waters that carry no pollution concerns.
"The (state) treasurer's office already came and took the money. It went to the general fund. We're actively trying to get the funds reinstated, or at least get them back for the coming year," said Scot Mackey, a spokesman for the Garden State Seafood Association.
Most shellfish harvested in New Jersey, Mackey pointed out, are shipped out of state. Atlantic City's ocean clamming industry, which harvested 35.3 million pounds of quahogs and surf clams last year worth more than $24 million, ships most of the product out of state for processing. The same is true at other clam docks in the state, including Point Pleasant and the port of Cape May-Wildwood.
The majority of the hard clams caught in the inland bays, an industry worth at least $8 million per year, and Delaware Bay oysters, a $3.6 million-per-year business, also are shipped across state lines.
Todd Reeves, of Harbor House Packing in Port Norris, Cumberland County, sends Delaware Bay oysters all over the country. Reeves said they couldn't sell this year's harvest, expected to be about 80,000 bushels, just in New Jersey.
"It would be crippling to the whole industry. You might as well just pull the plug on this town," Reeves said.
The oyster boats here employ about 100 men, Reeves noted, and there are also jobs in the packing plants and loading docks.
"It's a trickle down. The mechanic, the welder. There's nothing else for people to do around here," Reeves said.
Mackey said the shellfish business is worth more than $42 million per year in New Jersey, and this is just the money paid to fishermen. He said the value is multiplied six times as the product is processed and other businesses cash in on the economic ripple effect of the industry.
"That's $250 million as it goes through all the processors, canners, shippers and everybody," Mackey said.
The association is stressing that the money generates state tax revenue, including sales and income taxes.
State Sen. Jeff Van Drew, D-Cape May, Cumberland, Atlantic, said the state needs to protect fishing jobs and can't allow tax revenues to be lost, which he noted is leading to "raiding of funds" from some programs to begin with.
"At a time of declining revenues we can't allow policies to be implemented that reduce revenues further," said Van Drew.
Waters known to be polluted are broken down into low-, medium- and high-risk zones with the number of required patrols based on the risks. Darlene Yuhas, a spokeswoman for the state Department of Environmental Protection, said the state is currently meeting "the minimum basic level of compliance" for the patrols.
Assistant DEP Commissioner Amy Cradic said the FDA assesses the program every year and has pushed for more patrols. Cradic said in spite of the cuts the state would
continue to meet the FDA requirements.
"These are tough budget times. We recognize the importance of the industry, and if we need to prioritize funding we will do what is necessary. We're meeting the basic level of compliance and we meet annually with the FDA to make sure we are meeting that mandate," said Cradic.
FDA spokeswoman Stephanie Kwisnek said that if a state falls out of compliance, an action plan is worked out to meet the mandate. Kwisnek said taking away shellfish transportation approval is rare but she noted it would apply even to shellfish caught in other states but shipped through New Jersey. While it would apply to all clams and oysters, Kwisnek said with scallops it would only apply to those shippped in the shell or the roe of scallops. Sea scallops are the No. 1 catch in New Jersey but most are shucked at sea and only the meat is shipped. Kwisnek these would not fall under the program.
Chanda said the division's inland programs might not be as hard hit because they have dedicated funding from hunting and freshwater fishing licenses. The marine programs do not have dedicated funding and those funds were cut.
"There's obviously going to be an impact on our programs including habitat restoration, law enforcement and clamming work," Chanda said.
Ocean clams, including surf clams and ocean quahogs, used to be processed in New Jersey but other than one processing plant in Millville, Cumberland County, most are now shipped to factories in the south. The industry for years has blamed strict DEP requirements for driving clam-shucking plants out of state.
Hard clams, which are caught in the bays, are in demand at the New Jersey shore in the summer months, but most are shipped to New York, Philadelphia and other markets the
rest of the year.
While all catches of ocean clams are logged, reporting requirements for bay hard clams are not as strict; a 2000 study indicated that the $8 million-per-year industry is underreported by at least half.
Posted on 10/26/2009 7:18 AM
R.O.O.R. Rally Results
A 25 year veteran of New Jersey's political establishment said, "It was the most legislators that I every saw at a sportsmen event and I was proud to be a part of the rally."
Another observer stated, "There were as many people in attendance at the R.O.O.R. as were at the rally held by the Vice President of the United States for Governor Corzine - and that rally had no threat of rain."
One person noted, "I think R.O.O.R. should be an annual event."
For those of you unable to attend, there were 8 legislators from both the democrat and republican parties in attendance. There were a total of 15 guest speakers (including legislators) - experts in their fields. They discussed bear policy, open space, commercial gear on the reefs, the state of New Jersey's dwindling quail habitat, poor forestry practices and the sea bass closure. The legislators thanked the outdoor community for their support and recognized their contributions towards environmental stewardship.
The turnstile counter totaled 689 attendees - each of these people defied the rain and made the trip to New Egypt to show their commitment to change the eroding condition of angling, hunting and forestry in New Jersey. On behalf of all of the volunteers of the NJOA - I thank you for your dedication. You are helping to ensure the future viability of our natural resources and helping to guarantee that we have access to them.
Of course, special guest speaker Mr. Chris Christie was the highlight of the day. He reiterated his commitment to the anglers, hunters and conservationists of New Jersey. He happily had his picture taken with the hundreds of people who patiently waited in line and reached out to shake every outstretched hand.
Mr. Christie has been vocal about his support for the outdoor community during his campaign speeches, statements on his website and with me personally. In May of 2009 he attended a NJOA council member meeting to address the concerns of fishing, hunting, diving and forestry clubs.
So, thanks to all of you who were with us in New Egypt or who were with us in spirit. We'll soon be posting pictures on our website so be sure to visit our Home page at:
http://www.njoutdooralliance.org
Posted on 10/23/2009 4:40 AM
It has now come down to "one" day. It will be the "one" day for ALL of our voices to be heard as "one" voice. It will be the "one" day that will set the tone for what will happen the next FOUR YEARS. Our voices need to be loud. Our numbers need to be large. Our commitment will be measured by Trenton - rain or shine. We'll see you tomorrow.
Attend R.O.O.R. - it will reflect your commitment to the outdoors!
Tell Trenton you've had enough.
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R.O.O.R. and be heard!
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Rescue Our Outdoors Rally
Saturday, October 24, 2009 * 2:00PM
New Egypt Speedway * Free Admission!
720 Pinehurst Rd, Rt. 539 New Egypt, NJ 08533
Music, Food, Fun, Vendors: Bring the family!!
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Guest speakers to include: Chris Christie
Visit our link to learn more about the rally:
http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/where/rescueour/outdoorsrally.html Visit our link to review the dismantling of our outdoor interests:
http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/chairmans/christie/endorsement.html Rain or shine!
We'll see you on the 24th!
Anthony P. Mauro, Sr.
Chairman,
New Jersey Outdoor Alliance: "We've got your back!"
JOIN NJOA:
http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/support/njoa.html
Posted on 10/22/2009 6:24 AM
If you go to our Home page:
http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/
Scroll down 1/2 wayy you'll see the following:
Download a NJOA Legislative Report Card Here
[PDF format]
Don't have Adobe Reader? Download it here
Click on the Legislative report Card if you had Adobe. If not click on the link below it (Don't have Adobe reader?) and download the program. Then go back to the pdf (Download report card link.)
Ant
Posted on 10/22/2009 4:53 AM
if the outdoorsmen and outdoorswomen of NJ continue to remain uninvolved. Below is a recap of what has happened during the last 4 years. Can we expect things to be better during the next 4 years if we don't assert ourselves? We are 650,000 strong and we CAN change the future:
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1) Become involved! Attend the R.O.O.R. rally Oct. 24th - rain or shine, show Trenton we are committed to the principles of conservation and the health of our natural resources! (details below)
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2) VOTE on November 3rd!
While we were enjoying the great outdoors the past 4 years access to our great outdoors was shrinking.
Wildlife Management:
Bears
The NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife is mandated to protect and manage all wildlife in the state. In fulfillment of this responsibility, the agency is charged with managing the growing black bear population not only to safeguard the public but also for the benefit of the black bear population in relation to available habitat and ecosystem balance.
The Corzine Administration replaced commonly accepted, science based bear management methodology with a policy that attempts to manage the behavior of people. The use of educational materials and secured trash, typically utilized to augment the use of a bear population management through hunting (to minimize bear/human conflicts) has instead been used to the exclusion of hunting.
As of August 2009, black bear vs. human incidents in New Jersey shows the number of serious encounters continues to rise and includes two incidents in which bears approached or chased children. Overall, there have been 2,153 calls about bears this year with several months of reporting still remaining.
A total of 1,306 bear-related incidents were reported to the DEP in 2006, compared to 1,407 in 2007 and 2,151 in 2008. The effect of growing bear populations, the nature of the animal to be very territorial with large home ranges, the localization of bear populations in the Northwest corner of the state and bear habituation appears to be a cause of increased bear/human conflicts.
Additionally, at the same time that bear activity was escalating the Corzine administration was preventing population control it reduced funding for Black Bear management from $850,000 in 2006 to $573,000 in the current year's budget.
Councils:
The Fish and Game Council and Marine Fisheries Council play a vital role in the management of New Jersey's fish and wildlife resources. The councils help to create and finalize each year's hunting and fishing regulations and enable the professional and scientific management of these resources. Members of the councils are appointed by the Governor.
The Corzine Administration has neglected to adequately maintain the integrity of the composition of the two councils. Vacant seats have been left unfilled and replacements are needed for those with expired terms. The eleven member Marine Fisheries Council presently has eight members serving in expired terms and one unfilled seat. The Fish and Game Council has only eight of its eleven seats filled and five of those members are serving in expired terms.
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council is responsible for management of fisheries in federal waters which occur predominantly off the mid-Atlantic coast. The Corzine Administration circumvented historical precedent by precluding the rightful involvement of recreational and commercial fishermen in the nomination process. The result was the replacement of a seated recreational representative member with a delegate supported by environmental activist groups. The selection appears to be a part of a federal trend to exclude certain stakeholders (recreational and commercial fishermen) from fishery management. This is clearly in opposition to the intent of the Magnuson/Stevens Act.
There is also a report from Sierra Club stating that Governor Corzine made a commitment to reform the Fish and Game Council. It should be noted that no changes have occurred as of the date of this report.
Division Fish and Wildlife:
Funding for the Division of Fish and Wildlife has for over 50 years been supported by the revenues from the sale of hunting and fishing licenses. In 2005 these dedicated funds were supplemented by a general appropriation of $4.2 million because of significant increased public responsibilities. Under the Corzine administration this appropriation has been steadily decreased to $1.6 million this year. Although deer hunters contributed an additional $1 million to the dedicated fund in 2007 due to changes in deer permit fees this was offset by an equal reduction in the appropriation.
The status of the Fish and Wildlife staff is of even greater concern to the NJOA. Since 2006 the staff has lost 50 professional managers and conservation officers (25%) while the remainder of DEP has experienced only a 10% reduction and the upper administrative staff has actually increased. Also, Fish and Wildlife could loose an additional 25% of its staff due to retirements. This will create a large deficit in experience and institutional knowledge.
Marine Fisheries Administration
The Marine Fisheries Administration, responsible for managing the resources of a multi-million dollar industry with over 10,000 jobs, provides recreational opportunities for over one million anglers that contribute in excess of $100 million in state tax revenues - conversely, it is one of the most poorly funded and staffed on the Atlantic coast. This year the marine fisheries budget was reduced to an all time low of $1.8 million.
Not only has the Corzine administration failed to adequately fund and staff marine fisheries management, in 2009 the Secretary of the Treasure authorized the withdrawal of funds from four dedicated shellfish management accounts totaling $850,365. These dedicated accounts were specifically established by previously passed legislation. There is a history of overlooking the importance of adequately funding the state's marine fisheries program for recreational anglers and future generations.
http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/chairmans/christie/endorsement.htmlAttend R.O.O.R. - it will reflect your commitment to the outdoors!
Tell Trenton you've had enough.
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R.O.O.R. and be heard!
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Rescue Our Outdoors Rally
Saturday, October 24, 2009 * 2:00PM
New Egypt Speedway * Free Admission!
720 Pinehurst Rd, Rt. 539 New Egypt, NJ 08533
Music, Food, Fun, Vendors: Bring the family!!
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Guest speakers to include: Chris Christie
Get Directions to the Rally by [ clicking here ]
Visit our link to learn more about the rally:
http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/where/rescueour/outdoorsrally.html Visit our link to review the dismantling of our outdoor interests:
http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/chairmans/christie/endorsement.html Rain or shine!
We'll see you on the 24th!
Anthony P. Mauro, Sr.
Chairman,
New Jersey Outdoor Alliance: "We've got your back!"
JOIN NJOA:
http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/support/njoa.html
Posted on 10/17/2009 9:18 AM
R.O.O.R. - A Family Event
The R.O.O.R. rally is a family event. There will be a DJ, concession stands and the kids will have a real treat when they meet "Roory" the NJOA lion mascot.
While we're on the subject of "treats" the New Egypt area (site of the R.O.O.R. rally) offers some great family fun for after the rally. There's pumpkin picking, a local winery, Great Adventure, retail outlets, affordable restaurants and much more. Just Google the New Egypt area for "Things to do."
So, bring the family! Let them see that you care about securing THEIR future to fish, hunt and conserve the great outdoors. Let them be a part of a grassroots effort to show Trenton that the outdoors is important to THEM! Give them the chance to meet "Roory" and our next governor, Mr. Chris Christie. Then, after the rally, treat the family to a fun time in the New Egypt area.
Read how YOUR FAMILY'S outdoors is being dismantled! Read our "Conservation Report Card."
http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/chairmans/christie/endorsement.html
Attend R.O.O.R. - it will reflect your family's commitment to the outdoors!
Tell Trenton you've had enough.
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R.O.O.R. and be heard!
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Rescue Our Outdoors Rally
Saturday, October 24, 2009 * 2:00PM
New Egypt Speedway * Free Admission!
720 Pinehurst Rd, Rt. 539 New Egypt, NJ 08533
Music, Food, Fun, Vendors: Bring the family!!
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Guest speakers to include: Chris Christie
Visit our link to learn more about the rally:
http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/where/rescueour/outdoorsrally.html
Visit our link to review the dismantling of our outdoor interests:
http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/chairmans/christie/endorsement.html
Rain or shine!
We'll see you on the 24th!
Anthony P. Mauro, Sr.
Chairman,
New Jersey Outdoor Alliance: "We've got your back!"
JOIN NJOA: http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/support/njoa.html
Posted on 10/15/2009 5:18 AM
It's more than a rally; it's OUR stand for the future prosperity of angling, hunting and all forms of conservation. It is a future that was given to us by past generations - by people like Teddy Roosevelt, Aldo Leopold and many more. Will we make the same pledge to our descendants? How will we be remembered by posterity? Will it be for fighting to preserve access to the great outdoors - or will history record that OUR generation turned its back on those that followed? Attending the R.O.O.R. Rally is OUR generation's statement about OUR commitment to fishing, hunting and the principles of conservation. OUR attendance will reflect the degree of obligation WE feel to the outdoors. It will be an HONEST measure of OUR commitment. It's not about the rally; it's about the future of angling, hunting and conservation in New Jersey. Will we allow our great outdoors to be dismantled by Trenton? Read how it's being dismantled under "Conservation Report Card." Attend R.O.O.R. - it will reflect your commitment to the outdoors! Tell Trenton you've had enough. ' R.O.O.R. and be heard! `
Rescue Our Outdoors Rally
Saturday, October 24, 2009 * 2:00PM
New Egypt Speedway * Free Admission!
720 Pinehurst Rd, Rt. 539 New Egypt, NJ 08533 Music, Food, Fun, Vendors: Bring the family!! `
Guest speakers to include: Chris Christie Visit our link to learn more about the rally: Rain or shine! We'll see you on the 24th! Anthony P. Mauro, Sr.
Chairman,
New Jersey Outdoor Alliance: "We've got your back!"
JOIN NJOA: http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/support/njoa.html
 Get Directions to the Rally by [ clicking here ] |
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Posted on 10/11/2009 10:48 AM
R.O.O.R. guest speaker Tom Fote, Commissioner to ASMFC and Legislative Chairman for NJOA, JCAA and the NJ State Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs, will speak about the closure of the black sea bass fishery and steps we can take to deal with this problem.Tell Trenton you've had enough.
R.O.O.R. and be heard!
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Rescue Our Outdoors Rally
Saturday, October 24, 2009 * 2:00PM
New Egypt Speedway * Free Admission!
720 Pinehurst Rd, Rt. 539 New Egypt, NJ 08533
Music, Food, Fun, Vendors: Bring the family!!
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More guest speakers to be announced
Visit our link to learn more about the rally:
Visit our link to review the dismantling of our outdoor interests:
Rain or shine!
We'll see you on the 24th!
Anthony P. Mauro, Sr.
Chairman,
New Jersey Outdoor Alliance: "We've got your back!"
JOIN NJOA: http://www.njoutdooralliance.org/support/njoa.html
Posted on 10/04/2009 10:44 AM
YOUR Outdoors is Slowly Being DISMANTLED!!!!
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* ARE YOU UPSET ABOUT THE SEA BASS CLOSURE????
* Angry if there are no more fish to catch in our ocean?
* Furious about a bear injuring or killing a child?
* Frustrated with animal rights activists influencing fishing & hunting policy in NJ?
* Concerned about our forests dying from from lack of attention?
* Fearful that NJ might abandon upland bird & freshwater fish stocking for lack of funds?
* Outraged by Trenton raiding the funds meant for the health of our outdoors?
If so...
R.O.O.R. and be HEARD!!!
Rescue Our Outdoors Rally!
Save YOUR Great Outdoors from being DISMANTLED!
IT'S TIME THE MASSES ARE HEARD!!
THIS IS AN EVENT NOT TO BE MISSED!
The largest gathering of fishermen, hunters, hikers, bird-watchers, divers, foresters, etc. EVER!
Demand recognition!
Act Now, it may be our last chance!!!!!!
IF YOU CARE - YOU'LL BE THERE! SEND THIS TO (10) FRIENDS THAT FEEL AS YOU DO!
Don't stop this e-mail if you derive pleasure from New Jersey's great woods and waters.
New Jersey Outdoor Alliance
Presents
Rescue Our Outdoors Rally!
Saturday, October 24, 2009 * 2:00PM
New Egypt Speedway * Free Admission!
720 Pinehurst Rd, Rt 539 New Egypt, NJ 08533
~ Seating for 6,000 people - bring lawn chairs for expected overflow ~
Music, noted outdoor speakers, Special guest Chris Christie
Rescue Our Outdoors Rally!... and be heard by Trenton
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I'll see you on the 24th!
Anthony P. Mauro, Sr.
Chairman,
New Jersey Outdoor Alliance: "We've got your back!"
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Posted on 08/13/2009 4:51 AM
Dear Forum Owner/Administrator
As a way of thanking you for allowing the New Jersey Outdoor Alliance to post messages about conservation in New Jersey, I’d like to offer that your website be listed in a book I'll soon be publishing (due to be released in November time frame.)
The book will include the remarkable events that formed the New Jersey Outdoor Alliance. The fact is that the sportsmen and sportswomen of NJ breathed life into the organization and I'd like to provide a forum for you to be recognized.
The book is not solely about the NJOA. It is mainly about conservation and ecological stewardship. Of course, the NJOA is "conservation and ecological stewardship" put into practice and that is why it has a place in the book.
The cutoff date for a response is Monday, August 17, 2009. FYI - this will be the only post I will make.
You will need to email me!! Responses to this post will not be included. Email:
apmaurosr@njoutdooralliance.org
It's a chance to be memorialized for your part in spreading the word about threats to fishing, hunting, trapping and conservation in NJ – and to be recognized as part of NJOA history.
Your members are also welcome to submit their names for inclusion.
Thank you.
Ant
Chairman
New Jersey Outdoor Alliance
Posted on 08/12/2009 3:10 PM
Thanks to all of you who have responded. What a great list of names!
FYI - anyone who has supported the NJOA - whether as a volunteer or simply "in spirit" - may submit your name. If you support the principles of conservation of natural resources - fishing, hunting, trapping, forestry, marine biology...
then you qualify to have your name included. Email your name to:
apmaurosr@njoutdooralliance.org
Ant
Posted on 08/11/2009 8:04 AM
I have been asked to post this Action E Alert on this forum and I'm happy it was suggested.
Ant
I'd like to offer to each of you at Hi-Mar the opportunity to have your name listed in a book I'll soon be publishing.
The book will include the remarkable events that formed the New Jersey Outdoor Alliance. The fact is that the sportsmen and sportswomen of NJ breathed life into the organization and I'd like to provide a forum for you to be recognized.
The book is not solely about the NJOA. It is mainly about conservation and ecological stewardship. Of course, the NJOA is "conservation and ecological stewardship" put into practice and that is why it has a place in the book.
Whether you stood shoulder-to-shoulder with us at the Mullica Hill rally, marched to the fife and drum at the Battle of Monmouth rally or simply sent an email to alert a friend about the bills that would have ended freshwater fishing and hunting in NJ - email your name to me and I will gladly include you. It is a chance for all those who contributed to the NJOA's success - even if in spirit only - to be counted.
The cutoff date for a response is Monday, August 17, 2009. FYI - this will be the only post I will make.
You will need to email me!! Responses to this post will not be included. Email:
apmaurosr@njoutdooralliance.org It's a chance to be memorialized as part of NJOA history.
Thank you.
Ant
