Forest and Stream, June 4, 1910

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Natural resources -- Conservation - GameSea -- Market hunting

RICHMOND, Va., May 22. -- Editor Forest and Stream: In my opinion waterfowl should not be shot after March 1. I am glad to say a majority of the sportsmen of this section share this opinion. We notice a decided decrease each year. Waterfowl are more abundant in some sections of the State than in others where corresponding conditions exist, yet a general decline is noticeable each year.

I would like to see all migratory birds under federal control. Then seasons could be regulated to suit conditions in the several States. The marketing of game should be restricted and none exported, except under hunting license. There should be a small bag limit. Conditions of forty-five years ago when I was a young sportsman will never return, but much of the fast disappearing game can be preserved by proper regulation and hearty co-operation.

C. T. CHRISTIAN.