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I have implemented this new forum in order to hopefully avoid future problems. As carp fishing becomes more popular here in the USA it is perfectly natural that a growing number of businesses will likely be created to serve the market. As we have from the start, we continue to see these businesses as a service to our list members. Nonetheless, it is a good idea to keep the discussion topics and the business related topics separate so that each may be enjoyed for their stated purpose.
We have always tended to allow more leeway to businesses that help the CAG by advertising in the NACA or through other means such as prize donations, tackle handouts, etc. As this is a private list, we reserve the right to determine at our sole discretion what is and is not allowed to remain posted. Granted, we hope we will rarely need to exercise the right.
Please feel free to refer people to this section when questions are asked in a discussion thread. I believe this new forum can make dealing with commercial issues easier for both the list users and the businesses involve. If you have any concerns or comments feel free to air them here or via PM or email.