We are going to make it very specific as to what the process will be and what the differences are between a general season, a management season and a game damage season.

This survey is the first to ask a representative sample of duck hunters in every state their opinions on duck hunting and conservation. The results of this effort will better inform fish and wildlife agencies about the views of duck hunters throughout this country and will aid in the development of hunting regulations.

We are thrilled, along with The Columns Group, to be part of such an outstanding team of award-winning agents committed to aggressively moving our business forward. There is a need in the marketplace, and we have assembled the right team to leverage this opportunity.

Indications were we'd find 5,000 items, but in reality, it's been very close to 25,000 so far.

We will continue to investigate our options in free agency and look forward to next month's draft to build the best roster we can.

Kevin will be the driver of the No. 29 GM Goodwrench Chevy next season. He and I have committed to moving forward together in fulfilling our current agreement, which runs through 2006, and we anticipate being together for many years beyond that.