Interesting topic Mikel. Personally I've used the following excuse on a neighbor: I'm in the process of managing this pond to improve the quality of the fishery. Part of this management process is keeping records of the quality and quantity of this fish that are caught and ensuring that the fish are handled properly. Until I have the management of the pond under control, I am limiting all fishing to immediate family and to supervised fishing activities. Any one that knows me knows that is a complete fabrication because using pond management and JHAP in the same sentence is illogical, immoral and illegal in three states.
You can also use the excuse of property owner's liability, costs associated with stocking and managing the pond, or tales of rogue squirrel gangs that menace unsuspecting fishermen.
Hang on for some better advice and feedback.
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