New Scottish sea angling conservation group

[SSACN]

New Scottish sea angling conservation group


We are pleased to formally announce the launch of the

Scottish Sea Angling Conservation Network (SSACN)

It was felt by many working within the SOS/SACN Scotland and the SFSA conservation unit that we could achieve far more by combining our efforts into an independent Scottish sea angling conservation group.



Not only does this move allow us to minimise duplication of effort, but it reflects the need for RSA bodies to be as effective as other active lobby interests - nature conservation NGO’s, commercial and port interests etc., especially when dealing with the Scottish Executive.



SOS will still campaign under its own name for English and Eu issues. SACN Scotland will cease to exist.


With your help, we can put together an organisation that conservation minded Scottish anglers and visitors alike can be proud of. We will be developing ideas like a Junior Section, Insurance discounts, discounts at tackle shops etc.

Our initial goal is to ensure recreational sea angling is recognised by the Scottish Executive as a valid stakeholder in marine conservation.

Getting SSACN started on its' journey has been achieved through the efforts of a 'steering group' consisting of the Davies Holt / McNair and Murray – Denis Kelly – Ian Burrett - John Crowther – Lenny Simpson – Neal Clamp – Steve Bastiman and Trevor Springford.



Though much work remains to be done, we have a web site at www.ssacn.org and though we have plans for many fund raising activities, you can show your commitment to conservation by joining us – Paypal and credit cards accepted as well as cheques !!

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

We can’t pretend that achieving our ultimate aims of having more and bigger fish around the Scottish coastline will be easy but with the support of enough sea anglers we can make a difference.

Please get involved – questions, input etc. please email contact@ssacn.org