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FISH MANAGEMENT


Creel Census Program

The Department of Fisheries and Oceans in cooperation with First Nations Bands and Renewable Resource Councils coordinates creel census studies to gather catch and effort statistics as well as biological data on game fish. Information, such as numbers of hours fished and number of fish caught, is noted. This is being done as part of a continuing program to ensure viable sport fisheries in the NWT for future generations of anglers. Your cooperation is appreciated.

AWARD FOR TAGGED FISH

Fish are tagged to help fish managers learn about the distribution, movements, relative abundance
and growth rates of fish. With this information, fish managers are better able to protect fish from over-exploitation and the adverse effects of development. The Department of Fisheries and Oceans awards anglers who provide information about tagged fish.

If you catch a tagged fish, write down the species, location where it was caught, the date it was
caught, length, weight, sex (if you can determine it) and the lure used to catch it. Mail this
information along with the tag to:

Fisheries Management Technician
Department of Fisheries and Oceans
42043 Mackenzie Highway
Hay River, NT, Canada X0E 0R9    

CATCH AND RELEASE FISHING     FORK LENGTH
bulletPlease release your fish with care and respect.
bulletUse a hook remover or needle nose pliers to remove hooks.
bulletMinimize handling and keep fish in the water if possible.
bulletDo not hold fish for later release; this practice reduces survival.
bulletYour barbless hooks will make "Catch and Release" fishing easier.
bulletAvoid fighting your fish to complete exhaustion.
bulletEnsure you use the correct tackle for the targeted fish species. Fishing line that is too light can lead to lost lures or fish, and extended fight times if a light drag is used.
bulletAvoid contact with the fish’s gills and eyes.
bulletDo not squeeze the fish.
bulletTight lines! Enjoy your fishing Experience
Fork Length is the measurement from the tip of the snout to the fork of the tail.

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       Site last updated Thursday, March 17, 2005