Today is a free fishing day in California
Today is the second of two annual free fishing days in California.
The Department of Fish and Game will waive sportfishing license requirements for the day, allowing citizens to fish all public waters in the state, both saltwater and freshwater.
"There are fish in many California waterways and urban lakes that can make a very fun day for beginning anglers and experienced hands alike," said Dave Moore, the department's interpretive services supervisor said. "Free Fishing Days offers a great opportunity for families to enjoy a hands-on experience with nature."
All other angling regulations, such as catch limits, gear restrictions and stream closures, remain in effect. Report cards for certain species will also still be required.
-- Kelly Burgess
Photo: Seth Carper of Yucca Valley holds a trout he caught in Lake Arrowhead. Credit: Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times
If a report card is needed for abalone, and is only issued when you buy a license, how does the search/take of abalone fit into the "license waived" claim of this 'free-fishing' day?
Posted by: Brian Davis | October 11, 2009 at 05:27 PM
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