The Human Factor in Fishery Resource Management

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Abstract
Scientists working within a geographic area require a forum where the scientific basis of resource management plans can be vetted. Good science then only becomes good management if the management plan or regulations are accepted by fishermen. Scientists and managers frequently assume that fishermen oppose resource management when the latter disregards a management plan developed without consultation or presented in an unclear manner. I show that certain eastern Canadian and Californian inshore fishermen have a positive concern for resource management, and that management plans can be successfully developed within a consultative process. Scientists and managers must present new concepts and resource-based science to their clients (the fishermen) in a lucid fashion. Once a mutual understanding is developed, good resource management can follow.

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