Gawn Fishin, listen to what Mike G is saying, he is right on with his statements.
I realize that you are passionate of opening day like I am. My Father and use to go out every year but for numerous reasons that others such of yourself have described, we no longer go out opening day.
It is not good for the fishery in the least bit.
Who is being selfish here? You for wanting to keep a tradition that involves numerous fish being freezer burned (not referring to you) or those of us who are looking towards bettering the fisheries statewide?
Keep an open mind, you can still get together every year with your kids and friends without having a date from the state of CT saying its ok to fish now.