I've taken the time to fashion a floorboard for my one man pontooner. The folks at Arvada Res say this is all I need to get past the "no body contact" rule.
Is this the same for all Colorado "no body contact" waters?
The funny thing about this regulation is that I only see it enforced on anglers...especially at Arvada Res. I can't take a bellyboat on here using waders but I see kids splashing around the west end of this reservoir all the time as the white truck casually passes by on the sidewalk.
Ice....some may consider your views a bit radical. I think you are on the right track. Rather than simply complaining you give people legal options on how to take action! That is what is needed in my opinion. There is a legal process that can be followed. Sure its a pain and quite a battle but a worthy one in my opinion.
The more anglers speak up and take action, the more wildlife managers will have to meet our wishes. If their jobs were on the line, I am sure we would see some real action.
P.S. I'm not in favor of opening Marston to the general public. The fish populations there are too good, too valuable and would pay the ultimate price if every baiter/taker were allowed to enter here. However, I am in favor of limited access, heavy AFLO/C&R regulations for folks who are willing to go through some sort of permitting process with an additional fee. Just my two cents and its open for debate. My opinion isn't always right and selfish at times.