Robalo!

[Gfish]

Yup.
Some species in the sport fisheries have so much value for certain fisherman, poaching them doesn't seem to bother those guy's at all. Prolly can't remember all of the incidents I know-of and have witnessed, especially when it comes to anadromous trout and salmon species. Always wondered how much of a dent this might have put in the fish populations. Too many variables, to really know.

Unfortunately, myself, as a young fisherman—guilty. Mostly private waters, or parts of waterways, closed to fishing. Don't remember having any trouble from my conscience, but remembering it bothers me now. It was mostly ego that drove me, even after being fined and having my equipment confiscated, once. That desire to "bring home the beacon" and show everyone how good a fisherman I was.

[nelz]

Confession is good for the soul.