Black Cove

[Coastal Laker]

Perhaps I missed something here... From the tone of the Citizen article and some posts on the forum, it would seem the objective is to make the boats go away. How does a no rafting zone do this? With all the various restrictions that come with them, doesn't a no-rafting zone just spread the boats out? I am very much for protecting the environment and wildlife; I just don't see the goal being reached with this action. I foresee the same boats spread all over the place instead of tied together. And don't forget that the definition of a raft is three or more boats tied together, not two - unless they pencil in an exception to how the state defines a raft.

Additionally, some will argue that a no rafting zone doesn't discourage boats from anchoring in that area: rather makes for a big "X marks the spot" on a chart to indicate great places to anchor.

Unfortunately, if you ask me what alternatives there are, I would have to say none that will appease everybody. I guess it will boil down to whatever will most benefit the cove habitat. I certainly am not knowledgeable enough to determine what that is.

Just my two cents.