Angler Ethics
Responsible anglers who respect our fishery resources comply with ethical principles when afield because they know there actions will contribute to a more pleasurable fishing experience for themselves and fellow anglers. Anglers who respect our fishery resources:
- Follow all fishing and boating regulations
- Limit the number of fish they kill to those to be eaten or mounted and never keep fish just to show off
- Carefully release unwanted fish so they can survive and possibly be caught again
- Properly dispose of litter, garbage and fish remains in public trash, containers or at their homes
- Respect the rights of fellow anglers by keeping a reasonable distance from other boats and other anglers
- Minimize their time at boat ramps to allow fellow boaters equal access
- Fish on private property only when they have permission from the landowner
- Always behave in a safe and courteous manner