Story Ideas for Media

Depletion of the world's resources has become pervasive news over the last decade and there are many ways to talk and write about how civilization has affected these future resources negatively. The Aquatic Release Conservation story is about a company which has diligently worked in cooperation with and as a partner with both public and private organizations concerned about the world's fisheries to not only conserve but replenish this important resource.

The usual story line when big business and conservation come together is one of controversy. A good example is the Automotive industry and the need for better mileage - a battle is born. But in this case the story line is about how the fishing and boating industries are coming together as partners with government agencies to solve the problem of over fishing and harmful side effects to other marine animals such as sea turtles. It is a story of future hope and promise.

The visionary behind Aquatic Release Conservation is Shawn Dick and interviews can be arranged by contacting Greg Otte greg@arcdehooker.comor calling (877)411-4ARC (4272).

Potential story topics:

-Why most currently published and taught "Catch & Release" information is incorrect and actually increases post-release mortality.

-New tools & techniques for drastically improving post-release mortality of hooked fish.

-Can the Magnuson-Stevens Act save our fisheries for the future?

-Why do released fish die?

-Can saving one Red Snapper really make a difference? You would be amazed how many future Red Snapper just one saved fish can account for! (Statistics available for many species of fish)

-Saving the world's largest source of food for the future.

-Teaching responsible fishing starts with kids.