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July 4 as Free Fishing Day - byrumjr - 06-20-2004
[font "Arial"][size 2]RALEIGH, N.C. (June 18) – Reeling in a fish — whether it’s a monster striper on the Roanoke River or a 5-inch shellcracker from a local pond — is a thrill, no matter what your age or skill level. On July 4, anglers and would-be anglers of all ages are encouraged to get out and go fishing — for free! From 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m., anglers can fish any water in the state without having to purchase a license or trout stamp. However, all other fishing regulations apply, such as size and creel limits as well as bait and tackle restrictions.
In anticipation of the free fishing day, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has stocked a variety of catchable-sized fish in waters across the state, from trout in the mountains to channel catfish, bluegill and other sunfish in the Piedmont and coastal regions, according to Bob Curry, program manager for the Commission’s Division of Inland Fisheries.
“We stock waters so anglers of all ages and skill levels have an excellent chance of catching fish,” Curry said. “The purpose of a free fishing day is to get people hooked on fishing. The more positive a fishing experience is, the more likely a person will continue fishing.” [/size][/font]
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Re: [byrumjr] July 4 as Free Fishing Day - davetclown - 07-01-2004
they couldnt have picked a better weekend to do it...
or is it just the one day?
any way fire works water and fishing go hand in hand. cant beat that combination...
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