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Show WILDLIFE REPORT By Jon Leattiam fa Pfi Conservation Officer I he 1975 fishing season opener is rapidly approaching, and fishermen are anxiously wondering whether or not they will be able to get to their favorite lake or stream. Snow at the higher elevations of the LaSal and Blue Mountains have been slowly melting, but there is slill a considerable amount of the snow pack left. Last year at this time, all of the LaSal Mountain lakes were stocked with fish, except Blue Lake. This year we will be lucky to have three or four lakes stocked in time for the opener. A lot will depend on tU.x , ,t,, l 9 9 M For the fisherman who really wants to get some good fishing, it is advisable to go to some of the larger lakes and reservoirs throughout t h e slate. Most streams will be extremely high and the fishing will be slow, for the stream fisherman. Although Lake Powell is open to year around fishing, it will be a popular spot, and fishing should be excellent. Fishermen should be aware of the regulations contained in the 1975 Aquatic Wildlife Proclamation before going fishing, since they w ill be held responsible for their actions. ! One new regulation which has been changed, deals with possession and bag limits for unlicensed anglers under the ae of 12 years. Children under the age of 12 are only allowed half of the adult bag limit, with the exception that children under the age of 6 years, must have their fish included in the bag limit of the licensed adult that must accompany the child. With a little bit of luck, the Division of Wildlife Resources w ill get as many fishing waters stocked, with fish, before the opening morning. May 31. |
