 It's officially summer and that means camping, hiking into your favorite fishing spots, and paddling Maine's beautiful ponds, rivers, and lakes. While spring fishing is coming to an end, there are still fish to be caught, you may just need to change your approach including your depth, fishing spot, or even target different species.?
Maine's fisheries biologists have outlined their top tips in the July + August Fishing Report.?
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How to safely catch and release
If you are planning to release your catch, have a plan so you can release your fish unharmed and as quickly as possible.
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Always wet your hands before handling the fish and keep the fish in the water as much as possible (as little as 30 seconds of air exposure can cause delayed mortality of released trout).
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If you want a photo, keep the fish in the water until ready for the shot, and remember, the memory is better than the "perfect" photo. Learn more about proper catch and release.
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Protect our waters and fish
Don?t dump your bait!?Properly dispose of unused baitfish on land or in the trash. Never release any live baitfish into a water body. If fishing with worms, dispose of them in the garbage.
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Always Clean, Drain, and Dry your fishing gear to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species. This includes your boat, rods, waders, footwear, ropes, and all gear.?Learn more.
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If fishing with soft plastic lures, do so responsibly. Secure it, check it often, and dispose of it in the trash or recycling bin. Learn more.?
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And make sure you are following Maine's lead laws to protect loons and other wildlife.?
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Helpful links
Buy a fishing license
Monthly fishing report
Search Maine fishing laws
Fishing Laws Online Angling Tool (FLOAT)
Protect our Waters from Invasive Species
Fishing resources
Current stocking report
Maine Fishing Guide
Fishing with soft plastic lures
Learn how to be a good land user
Hire a registered Maine guide
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