Comments on: BEST Reminds Public Of Sustainable Fishing

By: BEST Marine Conservation team

BEST Marine Conservation team — Wed, 20 May 2020 23:04:59 +0000

Thanks for your comments. We recognize these are difficult times and people ultimately need to feed their families. We also recognize that the ocean is a resource, and that it is a finite resource, meaning there is not a never-ending supply of fish. That is why these rules exist, to prevent the abuse of this finite resource, and ensure that our waters are not overfished so that our fishery is protected. This is important so ALL Bermudians can take advantage of this precious resource, as long as they use it responsibly. Of course in tough times like these, it is more important to make people aware of why these restrictions exist, because they are to the benefit of ALL of us. That is why we are reminding people to take heed of the fishing regulations. To clarify, these are not BEST’s rules, but rules put in place by DENR (Department of Environment and Natural Resources), a government department.

By: People are Just as important as the environment

People are Just as important as the environment — Mon, 18 May 2020 14:46:36 +0000

Yes, BEST’s message was not sensitive to the current times. They put so much emphasis on the environment that they forgot about the people. They should provide resources for those who are fishing because they don’t have other food options. @STFU. What happens if everyone who depends on fish thinks like you? Your family will eventually be hungry along with others. Covid financial strain is here for a long time so you must think short and long-term food supply for your family. Consider putting some plants in pots/the ground, too. Remember, even the poorest indigenous groups fish and hunt sustainably. BEST please remember sustainability has three pillars…people, planet and economics. Look at the state of the affairs and please be sensitive to the needs of our community when you put out statements.

By: STFU

STFU — Thu, 14 May 2020 12:00:35 +0000

I am fishing wherever the fish are! This is my family’s only hope to remain fed with the current situation so take these BEST rules and shove it! BEST people can afford to sit in their thrones and criticize us who have next to nothing! The ocean is our resource and right now it’s my family’s only kitchen pantry!