Editor:
I would like to express my appreciation to Rick McGowan for his very informative presentation at the Merritt Civic Centre last week.
It was a monumental effort on his part to enlighten the public of the misdoings by the government and other parties concerning public access to different waterways in the province. It was an in-depth, accurate study of laws/regulations stated in land/highways acts that have been unjustly ignored.
The only disheartening aspect of the evening was sparse participation by the younger generation, for whom Rick is struggling to preserve their right for future access to these different waterways and lands.
I will not deny that a good portion of younger individuals are concerned about future recreational privileges that may be in jeopardy, but acknowledging and supporting Rick’s efforts could make an immense difference. So please get involved, and be a voice for your children and future generations.
You can stay up-to-date with this matter through the Nicola Valley Fish & Game Club’s Facebook page.
Earl Stoessiger,
Merritt
