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MomCat · 12-13-2006, 04:01 PM

Please be aware that fishing LINE is just as serious a problem as the hooks. Loons can easily become entangled in line that has been broken or cut because of an underwater snag. If at all possible, find a way to remove as much of the line as you can, even if you have to leave the snagged hook/lure behind. We snorkel often on our small lake, which has many "visiting" loons, and we are amazed at the number of lures and yards of line we find (and remove)--not to mention beer cans and other debris left by pigs who presume to call themselves boaters and fishermen. And, yes, I've gone in to remove my own line when necessary.

Grant, you did the best you could under the circumstances, so please don't beat yourself up over that event. I have followed many of your posts and know that you are one of the most conscientious and concerned advocates for our lakes. One of the best things loon lovers can do is join the Loon Preservation Committee . Dues and donations make possible the work they do to save our loons and their habitats--from rescuing injured birds to promoting legislation, conducting research, and educating the public.

BTW, although this is my first post, I have been a daily visitor to the Forum for many years and feel as though I know some of you already. I continue to be impressed and moved by the comments from this group of people who care so deeply for our beautiful Lakes Region--and for each other. Besides General Discussion, I especially enjoy the Restaurant Reviews--including the banter AND the debates!--and the Home/Cottage/Land Maintenance info has been really helpful (finding contractors, etc.) Now that I've "gotten my feet wet" as a poster, I hope to continue to join in the discussions and not simply stand on the sidelines observing.

12-13-2006, 04:01 PM	#10
MomCat Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 32 Thanks: 7 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	It's not just the hooks! Please be aware that fishing LINE is just as serious a problem as the hooks. Loons can easily become entangled in line that has been broken or cut because of an underwater snag. If at all possible, find a way to remove as much of the line as you can, even if you have to leave the snagged hook/lure behind. We snorkel often on our small lake, which has many "visiting" loons, and we are amazed at the number of lures and yards of line we find (and remove)--not to mention beer cans and other debris left by pigs who presume to call themselves boaters and fishermen. And, yes, I've gone in to remove my own line when necessary. Grant, you did the best you could under the circumstances, so please don't beat yourself up over that event. I have followed many of your posts and know that you are one of the most conscientious and concerned advocates for our lakes. One of the best things loon lovers can do is join the Loon Preservation Committee . Dues and donations make possible the work they do to save our loons and their habitats--from rescuing injured birds to promoting legislation, conducting research, and educating the public. BTW, although this is my first post, I have been a daily visitor to the Forum for many years and feel as though I know some of you already. I continue to be impressed and moved by the comments from this group of people who care so deeply for our beautiful Lakes Region--and for each other. Besides General Discussion, I especially enjoy the Restaurant Reviews--including the banter AND the debates!--and the Home/Cottage/Land Maintenance info has been really helpful (finding contractors, etc.) Now that I've "gotten my feet wet" as a poster, I hope to continue to join in the discussions and not simply stand on the sidelines observing.