re: Fishing Private Docks

As one who has owned property with a dock on Grand Isle for many years, I certainly understand that the public has a right to fish in any public waters. Now, those of us who own those docks have spent considerable time, effort and money to build, maintain, repair those docks. If you don't own one in a place like Grand Isle that takes a beating regularly from Hurricanes, you really don't understand how much goes into one. I can tell you that it is a little aggravating when you are fishing from your dock, under your light, and some inconsiderate fisherman comes rolling in with a boat casting under the light. Kind of like the pot lickers that we all gripe about when fishing from a boat. Most of the time, a little common courtesy will go a long way. If I am not fishing, I don't really care if anyone fishes from a boat or kayak under my light. However, if I am fishing, why not just ask politely if I would mind if they fish? Again, I understand that they can fish anywhere in public waters, and I don't control the area, however just a little common courtesy (something lacking in today's society) would certainly be appreciated. Downvote away.