Ep.69: John Barone

I’m back! Listen in as I get back into the swing of things and have conversation with my guest, John Barone. John is an environmental lawyer who also serves on the board of the New York Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers. Just a heads up…this dude is an avid turkey hunter. So expect another episode with John real soon. SHOW NOTES: Follow the NY chapter of BHA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/newyorkbha?utm_medium=copy_link As discussed, here’s the link to the management plan for Atlantic Stripes Bass: http://www.asmfc.org/uploads/file/61fd9572AtlStripedBassDraftAm7forPublicComment_Feb2022.pdf Keep in mind that public comments can be made on the above plan AND must be received by 11:59pm EST on April 15th, 2022. Send comments by mail to: Emilie Franke Atlantic States Marina Fisheries Commission 1050 N. Highland Street, Suite 200 A-N Arlington, VA 22201 Or by email: comments@asmfc.org (Subject: Draft Amendment 7) There will also be an in-person hearing on Wednesday, March 16th, 6pm - 8pm Hearing location: NYSDEC Division of Marine Resources 123 Kings Park Blvd (inside Nissequoge River State Park) Kings Park, NY 11754 ********** If you’d like to know about conservation issues affecting the country, visit BHA’s “Take Action” page and send a message to your local representative: https://www.backcountryhunters.org/take_action#/ ********** And if you’re interested in become a member of your local BHA chapter, click here: https://www.backcountryhunters.org/join