As you know, this is a Pennsylvania regional fly fishing community. Our goal has always been to provide a place where people can learn, share information, tell stories, and enjoy the sport we all have in common.
Running a forum is always a balancing act. We want members to express themselves while maintaining a friendly, respectful atmosphere that doesn't require constant moderation. When discussions drift too far from the purpose of the site, create unnecessary conflict, or consume excessive moderator time, they're simply no longer a good fit.
Fisheries management, public lands, regulations, and government agencies are all topics that affect fly fishing and are appropriate for discussion. We also recognize that conservation issues often involve government agencies and public policy. To clarify our guidelines, we're asking everyone to avoid comments with a partisan political leaning or those that focus on political parties, elected officials, or administrations. When a discussion shifts from the issue itself to political finger-pointing, it has crossed the line. Please stick to the issue, not the politics.
We appreciate everyone's help in keeping Paflyfish focused on fly fishing and the outdoors. There are plenty of places on the internet to debate politics—it's not here. If you see something that seems out of line, please use the Report button so we can address it sooner. And if something slips by us, please don't pile on. Thanks for helping us keep this a community everyone can enjoy.
Running a forum is always a balancing act. We want members to express themselves while maintaining a friendly, respectful atmosphere that doesn't require constant moderation. When discussions drift too far from the purpose of the site, create unnecessary conflict, or consume excessive moderator time, they're simply no longer a good fit.
Fisheries management, public lands, regulations, and government agencies are all topics that affect fly fishing and are appropriate for discussion. We also recognize that conservation issues often involve government agencies and public policy. To clarify our guidelines, we're asking everyone to avoid comments with a partisan political leaning or those that focus on political parties, elected officials, or administrations. When a discussion shifts from the issue itself to political finger-pointing, it has crossed the line. Please stick to the issue, not the politics.
We appreciate everyone's help in keeping Paflyfish focused on fly fishing and the outdoors. There are plenty of places on the internet to debate politics—it's not here. If you see something that seems out of line, please use the Report button so we can address it sooner. And if something slips by us, please don't pile on. Thanks for helping us keep this a community everyone can enjoy.
