Angling Reserves
The CWS has leased river stretches from the Fisheries Department to promote sport fishing and also simultaneously ensure protection of the Aquatic environment. Initially the Society leased a 28 km stretch of the Cauvery River between Siddapur Bridge and Guddehosur. The Valnur Fishing Camp has been acknowledged worldwide as one of the few spots where large Mahseer fish are abundant
ly found. This can be attributed to the sincere efforts of the members, local residents and the river guards over the past three decades. Governance
CWS is governed by an Executive committee chaired by Mr. Duleep Nanjappa. Committee members are elected by the General body for a fixed term. The other office bearers are Mr. Chengappa (Vice President), Mr. C. S. Poovaiah (Treasurer), Mr. A. Cariappa (Secretary) and Mr. P. I. Aiyapppa. (Assistant Secretary). The other Executive Committee members are Mr. C Geoffrey Muthanna, Col. Muthanna (Retd.), Mr. Poonacha, Mr. K. N. Changappa, Mr. Sherry Subbaiah, Mr. Poovaya and Mr. M. Devaiah
Partnerships
CWS has close association with the College of Forestry located in Ponnampet, South Kodagu. It also works with organizations like Kodagu Model Forest Trust (KMFT), Coorg Planters Association, Wildlife First and Kaveri Sene. All these organizations have interests in protecting the environment in the District. Funding
CWS could not operate without the generous support of its members and supporters. Our principal sources of income are from: membership subscriptions, grant-giving trusts and foundations and sale of CWS memorabilia.
