How to get a recreational fishing permit

When engaging in recreational (sport) fishing, anglers must comply with the Fishing Rules and established restrictions.

In particular, the following activities are prohibited:

• fishing in areas and during periods subject to established prohibitions;

• using fishing gear and methods not included in the current list of permitted gear and methods;

• using electric current, explosives, poisonous substances, firearms, and other prohibited means;

• fishing in fish wintering holes during periods when the relevant prohibition is in effect;

• catching fish below the established minimum legal size;

• catching fish species subject to a fishing ban;

• engaging in the special use of fish resources without the required permit.

Possession of a fishing voucher or permit does not exempt anglers from complying with applicable restrictions and prohibitions.