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Alabama: Free Fishing Day June 11
On Saturday, June 11, Alabamians will have the opportunity to fish for free in most public waters. Free Fishing Day is part of National Fishing and Boating Week, which runs June 4-12. Free Fishing Day allows residents and non-residents to fish without a fishing license for a day in both salt and fresh waters.
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AZ one-day fishing licenses are 50-percent off
Your next outdoor adventure just got more affordable: through May 30, the Arizona Game and Fish Department is offering half-price discounts on short-term fishing licenses. The license discount is only available online.
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It’s Easier than Ever to Pre-order a Salton Sea Specialty License Plate
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) just made it easier to pre-order a Salton Sea specialty license plate online using a credit card. The new online payment option at http://saltonseaplate.com/replaces the need to fill out a hard copy and mail it in.
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CDFW to Sell Hunting and Fishing Licenses, Answer Questions and More at Fred Hall Show
Four members of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (CDFW) top leadership will participate in a panel at this weekend’s Fred Hall Show in Long Beach.
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Fishing License Sales: Online Vs. Brick-and-Mortar Stores
While a growing number of sportsmen embrace the availability and convenience of buying hunting and fishing licenses online, the longstanding tradition of standing in line at a local bait and tackle or sporting shop is alive and well.
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CDFW to Sell Hunting and Fishing Licenses, Answer Questions and More at Sportsmen’s Show
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is returning to the International Sportsmen’s Exposition (ISE) at Cal Expo in Sacramento from Jan. 21-24. This is the largest hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation show of its kind in northern California.
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Maryland Waterman Has Oyster License Permanently Revoked
A St. Mary's County waterman had his commercial license permanently revoked by a district court judge after a hearing on multiple poaching charges.
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Fish Passages Play Role in Licensing Hydroelectric Facilities
Hydroelectric facilities use the energy of river water spilling down the height of a dam to power turbines, which generate electricity. These facilities generally operate under a license from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (the Commission),
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Washington DFW Seeks Support For Steelhead License Plate -
A special license plate featuring a steelhead – the official state fish of Washington – could be an option for vehicle owners if a proposal for the new plate is approved by the state Legislature.
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California Offers Special Fee Licenses for Disabled Vets
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) offer reduced-fee hunting and fishing licenses to both resident and nonresident disabled veterans. CDFW also offers several special hunting opportunities for eligible veterans.
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California to Consider 12-Month Fishing License System
The California Sportfishing League announced that the California Fish and Game Commission will consider a plan to transition the state from a calendar-based fishing license system to one that is valid for a full 12-months from the date of purchase.
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California Fishing License Bill Passes State Senate
(Sacramento, CA): Today, the California State Senate passed the California Sportfishing Stimulus Act of 2015 unanimously. Senate Bill SB 345, sponsored by the California Sportfishing League (CSL) and authored by Senator Tom Berryhill and Assembly Member Frank Bigelow, aims to address California's unprecedented decline in fishing participation and increase fishing license sales.
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San Francisco Bay Area Abalone Poachers Fined $20K Each
Three San Francisco men received thousands of dollars in fines and other penalties after pleading no contest to illegally poaching 59 abalone in November 2014. The daily bag limit for abalone is three.confiscated abalone Jinfu Wu, 43, Wei Q Wu, 27, and Jin He Li, 35, all of San Francisco, were each fined $20,000 (Wu and Li had $5,000 suspended) and sentenced to 36 months of probation and 240 hours of community service.
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Alabama Bass Trail Unveils New Specialty License Plate
Decatur, AL – Anglers can now show their passion for Alabama fishing while supporting the state's only fishing trail. The new Alabama Bass Trail specialty license plate will be available for pre-order beginning June 1, 2015.
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New Bass Fishing License Plate to Support Fishing
The New Largemouth Bass License Plate is Available Now!