Rockets Vs Fish

CCA Florida issues comments opposing NASA launch sites, Sport Fishing

"We have strong objections to both proposed alternatives. The Mosquito Lagoon and Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge areas are premier destinations in Florida's six billion dollar saltwater recreational fishery. Florida's recreational fishery is one of the major economic engines driving Florida's tourist economy," said Ted Forsgren, CCA Florida Executive Director."

Reader note: "In reference to "Rockets vs Fish", this is not without precedence. JAXA deals with this very issue. Their launch facility at Tanegashima has to work around the schedule for seasonal fishing, which is a primary industry of Japan. This can and does affect launch schedules from their facility. I can certainly respect the desires of local fishermen to keep their areas pristine, but ultimately both sides have to work together to do what's best for commercialization of space, providing recreational services to the public, and maintaining the economic benefits of the region."