Chris ,
I have been there countless times, where laws contradict each other or you are forced to handle an issue that my not run parallel with the law . Maybe talk to are rep. ??
Went fishing few days ago ALL gringos and got stopped by marine patrol and told us no spearfishing and we could continue . I did ask if i needed a license and they indicate NO.
This doesn't really mean that we technically did not .My friend stuck out like a sore thumb no tan , Canadians and eaten airplane peanuts.
I wouldn't worry Jeff !
Thanks for the report Chris ,hopefully this will get sorted out. The fishing lodges and other tour groups may want to work together to get this resolved, or better; an advocacy group.