Naked Fishing and Outdoor Activities 

Recreational fishing is generally done with a (fishing rod) and line with any number of Lures or bait this is a technique known as angling. Laws exist that limit the number of lines and hooks that one fisherman can use and the number of fish that can be harvested. Popular sport species of freshwater fish include Black Bass (Black Bass includes the entire range of Bass fish), Pike, Muskellunge, Perch, Trout, Salmon, and Sunfish. Saltwater fish that are caught for sport include Swordfish, Marlin, Tuna, ect.

Laws generally prohibit the use of nets and catching fish with hooks not in the mouth. However some species can be taken with nets for bait and a few for food. (Non-sport) fish considered of less value can sometimes be taken by multiple methods like snagging, bow and arrow, or even gun because they are seen as competing with more valuable fish.

Recreational fishing laws also include other aquatic species, such as frogs and turtles.

Sport fishing is a recent phenomenon of recreational fishing where fishermen compete for prizes based on the total weight of fish caught in a time limit. This sport evolved from local fishing contests into a large competition circuit in the U.S.A. where professional fishermen can compete and be supported by professional endorsements, and other large-scale tournaments around the world.

A statue of a well endowed, naked fisherman has caused some raised eyebrows after it was displayed in the centre of Chepstow.

The Boatman was designed to reflect the town's industrial heritage but his naked form has caused some criticism.

Former shipyard worker, Marion Carter, said the statue was an "insult to fishermen".

But the town's mayor said no formal complaints had been made about the sculpture.

The statue, which has been erected on a plinth in the centre of the town, is part of a �2m regeneration project, which many living in the area said was well overdue.

But Ms Carter said that the naked statue was not an appropriate figure to represent the town's past.

"The fisherman was always dressed, he had a cap on and a waterproof coat. I mean it sounds a bit dangerous to go out fishing naked," she said.

"I'm not narrow-minded but it just doesn't blend in with the rest of the town."

"None of the older residents like it at all."

But Chepstow Mayor, Phil Hobson said that the council had not received any formal complaints about the bronze sculpture.

Although he did admit to being aware that a "a few people are a bit upset".

But, he said: "It seems to me people are suddenly getting quite attached to it.

"Everyone is talking about it and in that regard it is very successful."

And his comments were supported by many in the town on Monday.

Elaine Watson approved of the statue and said: "I think he is beautiful. I'm not offended by him at all," Elaine said.

John Lacy, a financial advisor for Moon and Co Estate Agents which is directly opposite the statue said that he had no problem with the sculpture.

"If it brings a bit of controversy, well that is great for Chepstow because it will bring people in to have a look," he said.

"I haven't got a problem with it at all."

Shopper Claire Mason said that she hadn't thought about whether the nudity of the statue was appropriate or not and said: "It isn't going to make me run in the opposite direction."

While Clare Robertson added: "It is fine - it is art. And at the end of the day it looks great with all the work they have been doing here."