Lake Erie: fishing license?

[mickms]

So I just got a boat, and with maybe all of 2-3 trips possible this season, was thinking of bringing a fishing pole along for some catch and release with the kids. I know there is a fishing license requirement but am I likely to run into an on-water fish-and-game/other enforcement officer checking for fishing licenses.

As long as I don't have fish coming in, or fishing gear visible in my rig, should I be ok?

 

[ac0j]

Re: Lake Erie: fishing license?

Really? Your asking permission from us to break the law? Just buy the lic. and you wont have to worry. The kids may not need a lic. If they are younger. Check laws to see if they can fish without a licensed adult.

 

[jim372]

Re: Lake Erie: fishing license?

kids can fish with out a lic and you can help them
bait hooks , net fish , etc.
as long as you dont fish your self.
if you have a pa fish lic. erie stamp costs $10.00

check out pa. fish and boat com. web site
under faq

 

[Gun Dog]

Re: Lake Erie: fishing license?

Fish on the fish for free days. I know Pa has two per year and NY has a couple per year also.

The folks who break the game laws by ether by ignorance or unpurpose cost the rest of us paying license holders considerably.

 

[mr 88]

Re: Lake Erie: fishing license?

The game wardens are all over the place and they will fine you.In NY the license goes from Sept to Sept.A lot of the money goes towards research/DEC ENFORCEMENT and yes ,stocking the lakes and tributaries.It's one of,if not the only fee in this country I do not mind paying.What State do you live in as there are 4 that share Erie.

 

[aspeck]

Re: Lake Erie: fishing license?

The rods can be visible, but you cannot be holding any of them. The wardens have to catch you in the act, not just having a rod on board. Younger kids fish for free, so there is no problem with them. If you don't want to buy a license this year, then don't pick up the rod, and you will be okay and the kids can still fish and have fun and you can be the designated photographer.