Free Connecticut fishing classes
Tweet Resolve to Learn to Fish in 2020 Upcoming Fishing Classes Come and learn a “hole” new way to fish! We offer FREE introductory ice fishing classes. Check out our Schedule of FREE classes … Continue reading →
Category Archives: New England
Multi-State Possession Program for Summer Flounder
Tweet NOTICE Regulations implementing the Multi-State Possession Program for Summer Flounder were approved by the Connecticut Legislative Regulation Review Committee today. In anticipation of final adoption of the regulations in the near future, DEEP is distributing the program application to … Continue reading →
Coneecticut Commercial Fishery Possession Limit Adjustment
Tweet PROTECTION Commercial Fishery Possession Limit Adjustment NOTICE Effective 0001 hours Sunday, December 08, 2019, the Summer flounder commercial fishery possession limit will be 2,000 pounds per week (0001 hours on Sunday through 2359 hours the following Saturday). To facilitate … Continue reading →
Connecticut Become a DEEP Volunteer Fishing Instructor!
Tweet Do you enjoy fishing? Spending time outdoors? Interested in sharing your knowledge and passion? We need you! Becoming a DEEP CERTIFIED FISHING INSTRUCTOR is easy… Submit an application and pass a background check Attend a 1-day training and begin teaching … Continue reading →
Georgia CRD proposes circle-hook, other changes for shark fishing
Tweet BRUNSWICK, Ga. (Dec. 4, 2019) — A division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is proposing additional changes to fishing regulations first recommended in September. The Coastal Resources Division of DNR on Wednesday asked the state Board … Continue reading →
Connecticut Yellow Perch – Beautiful and Delicious!
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Connecticut Atlantic Salmon Harvest Opens on December 16
Tweet Just a reminder that the Fisheries Division has extended the Catch and Release window two weeks, through December 15, as a result of public request and subsequent survey results. Over 2,500 people responded to our survey with 75% indicating that the … Continue reading →
Connecticut Fishing Spot of the Month
Tweet This month’s secret fishing spot is Birge Pond, Bristol. Offering just about something for everyone, Birge Pond is a hidden gem located just north of Downtown Bristol. Starting in 2014, the Fisheries Division began stocking trout in the spring and … Continue reading →
Connecticut commercial flounder change
Tweet -Go to page 2- Connecticut Department of ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Commercial Fishery Possession Limit Adjustment NOTICE Effective 0001 hours Sunday, November 24, 2019, the summer flounder commercial fishery possession limit will be 1,200 pounds per week (0001 hours … Continue reading →
Connecticut DEEP’s Catfish Management Lakes
Tweet Hoop Nets, as pictured below, are an effective way to catch Channel Catfish in order to determine the number of fish in a particular waterbody. During this past late summer and fall the Fisheries Division have been setting and monitoring … Continue reading →
Connecticut Fishing Spot of the Month
Tweet The Naugatuck River “Campville Section” is a hidden gem for those looking to get away from the crowds of the most popular fishing locations. The “Campville” section of the river begins at the Route 118 crossing in Harwinton and extends approximately … Continue reading →
Connecticut – Become a DEEP volunteer Fishing Instructor!
Tweet Do you enjoy fishing? Spending time outdoors? Interested in sharing your knowledge and passion? We need you! Becoming a DEEP CERTIFIED FISHING INSTRUCTOR is easy… Submit an application and pass a background check Attend a 1-day training and begin teaching … Continue reading →
Connecticut – The Future of Walleye
Tweet On October 28, we completed our annual stocking of Walleye fingerlings. The fish are stocked into our Walleye Management Lakes each fall as 4-6 inch fingerlings. The fish were reared and shipped from a commercial hatchery in Minnesota. Stocking fingerlings … Continue reading →
Connecticut November fishing tips
Tweet TIP of the Month! Atlantic Salmon Fall in Connecticut brings many things, from changing leaves, fairs, and hunting season for many popular game. Fall also brings Atlantic salmon from our Kensington State Fish Hatchery to our Atlantic Salmon Management Areas … Continue reading →
Connecticut – DEEP’s Lake and Pond Fish Monitoring Efforts
Tweet The Fisheries Division has regularly monitored fish populations among the state’s important lakes and large rivers since 1988 via night boat electrofishing. Lakes are dynamic systems that are subject to both natural variations as well as anthropogenic influences (e.g. winter drawdowns, chemical herbicide applications, … Continue reading →
Deep Water Sites Off the U.S. Northeast Coast Are Suitable for Offshore Blue Mussel Farms
Tweet A new study finds specific locations where blue mussel farms could increase the blue economy. Line with blue mussel growth from offshore experimental farm site. Photo: NOAA Fisheries Offshore mussel farm sites need to have the right temperature, food availability, … Continue reading →
Connecticut – Commercial Fishery Possession Limit Adjustment
Tweet NOTICE Effective 0001 hours Sunday, October 20, 2019, the black sea bass commercial fishery possession limit will be increased to 200 pounds. This increase in the commercial possession limit is possible because the Department was able to secure a … Continue reading →
Connecticut Fishing Spot of the Month
Tweet Fishing Spot of the Month The Housatonic River is known as one of Connecticut’s iconic trout fishing rivers. Winding it’s way south from the Massachusetts border to Long Island Sound, the “Housy” has something for everyone. October is arguably the best … Continue reading →
Connecticut Blackfish Season opens
Tweet Blackfish (Tautog) stick close to various types of structure, such as boulders, reefs, jetties, and wrecks. To catch them, you will need to find good structure and get your bait right on top of it. It helps to be impatient … Continue reading →
Land Your Family on the 2020 Fishing Guide Cover
Tweet We are currently looking for the best “Family Fishing” photo for the cover of the 2020 CT DEEP Fishing Guide. Please visit our web page for contest details. Photos to contend for the cover should be high resolution, colorful, and … Continue reading →