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Fish Management ZonesMaps and Watershed Boundaries ......................................... 25

Trout Identification ............................................................ 32Bull Trout Identification .................................................... 33Sport Fish of Alberta .......................................................... 48

Fish Management Zone 1 — Eastern SlopesWatershed Unit ES1 ............................................................. 26Watershed Unit ES2 ............................................................. 33Watershed Unit ES3 ............................................................. 38Watershed Unit ES4 ............................................................. 42

Fish Management Zone 2 — Parkland-PrairieWatershed Unit PP1 ............................................................. 46Watershed Unit PP2 ............................................................. 52

Fish Management Zone 3 — Northern BorealWatershed Unit NB1 ............................................................ 58Watershed Unit NB2 ............................................................ 66Watershed Unit NB3 ............................................................ 70Watershed Unit NB4 ............................................................ 74

Non-Regulatory InformationMessage from the Publisher.................................................. 78Alberta’s Cutthroat Country ................................................ 78Alberta Angling Records ...................................................... 80Rigging Your Ride ................................................................ 80Ice-fishing Basics ................................................................. 83Year Round Perch ................................................................ 86Angling Coordination is the Secret to Walleye ................... 902009 Alberta Anglers of the Year ........................................ 922010 Alberta Angler of the Year Contest ............................ 93Fishing Tips & Tricks .......................................................... 94Alberta Anglers Directory .................................................... 96

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The Alberta Guide to Sportfishing Regulations is neither a legal document nor acomplete listing of current sportfishing regulations. It is a summary of the federal andprovincial fishery regulations and is intended to assist those interested in sportfishing.

The official Statutes and Regulations should be consulted for all purposes ofinterpreting and applying the law. Details of the regulations may be obtained from yournearest Fish and Wildlife office of Alberta Sustainable Resource Development.

The Alberta Guide to Sportfishing Regulations is published annually by Sports ScenePublications Inc. #100, 10642 – 178 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5S 1H4. Thepublisher is responsible for the content of this publication, and is licensed by AlbertaSustainable Resource Development to publish the summary of the provincial andfederal fishery regulations contained herein.

Provincial Statutes and Regulations, in print or electronic format, are availablethrough the Alberta Queen’s Printer (see page 24).

This document is provided free-of-charge to all recreational anglers in Alberta. Withthe exception of short quotations for review purposes, no portion of this documentmay be reproduced without written permission from Alberta Sustainable ResourceDevelopment or Sports Scene Publications Incorporated.

The views and opinions expressed by advertisers, or by the authors of the articles inthe Non-Regulatory Information section of this document, are their own and notnecessarily those of Alberta Sustainable Resource Development or Sports ScenePublications Inc.

Important Management MessagesMessage from the Minister ................................................ 2The Alberta Angling Ethic ................................................... 2How to use this guide ......................................................... 3Important Changes for 2010 ................................................ 4BearSmart ............................................................................. 4Catch Fishing: Celebrate National Fishing Week ................ 4Future Regulation Proposals................................................. 5Online Licensing: Things you should know ........................ 6Triploid Trout FaQ Sheet ..................................................... 7

Alberta’s Fish Stocking ProgramStocked Lakes List ............................................................... 8

Report A Poacher — 1-800-642-3800or #3800 (TELUS Mobility) ................................ 10

Licences and Costs..................................................... 14Recreational Licensing System ............................................ 14

Important Definitions ................................................. 15Recovery of Tagged Fish ..................................................... 15

Provincewide RegulationsAlberta Sportfishing LicencesRequirements ........................................................................ 16Bowfishing ............................................................................16Draws for Special Walleye Licences .................................... 16Spearfishing .......................................................................... 17Sportfishing by Indians ........................................................ 17Sportfishing in Provincial and National Parks ..................... 17Cold Lake Sportfishing .........................................................17Derby and Tournament Licensing ........................................ 17

General Sportfishing RegulationsSportfishing Seasons ............................................................ 18Catch Limits ......................................................................... 18Use Caution on Ice ............................................................... 18General Sportfishing Restrictions ........................................ 18Gill Nets ............................................................................... 19Buying and Selling Fish ....................................................... 19Releasing Live Fish .............................................................. 19Tips on Releasing Fish ......................................................... 19Never Cull Fish .....................................................................21Releasing Prohibited Fish .................................................... 21Measuring Fish Length ........................................................ 21Cleaning and Transporting Fish ........................................... 21Gaffs and Gaff Hooks ...........................................................21Fishing with Bait .................................................................. 21Fishing with Bait Fish .......................................................... 21Hooking Mortality from Bait ............................................... 21Collecting Bait Fish ............................................................. 22Crayfish ................................................................................ 22Access to Fishing Waters ......................................................22Illegal Stocking of Fish ........................................................ 22

Fish Consumption Advisory .................................. 23Mercury ................................................................................ 23Dioxin and Furan ................................................................. 23

Further Inquiries ................................................................ 24

Welcome to a newseason of recreationalangling in Alberta.Whether you areheading out to your

favourite fishing spot or fishing for thefirst time at one of Alberta's manystocked trout ponds, please familiarizeyourself with this guide.

Thanks to the strong conservation ethicof Alberta anglers, fewer waters needadditional restrictions on fishing. Thisseason, there are new opportunities; forexample, you can catch and keep trout at

Chester and Running Rain lakes, and you can now keep one pike fromBaptiste Lake. Year-round fishing is also available at a dozen lakes in theprairies.

The special walleye harvest licences are popular, and the draw programwill be expanded this year in the Northern Boreal and Parkland-Prairiezones. The Special Walleye Licence Draw Pamphlet provides details onlicence availability.

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In accordance with the Fish and Wildlife Policy,the Alberta government promotes the followingangling ethics.

The ethical angler has respect for wild creatures,knowledge of his or her natural surroundings, a

Alberta's water bodies support a variety of fish populations, but some ofour native fish and their habitats are being threatened by plant and fishspecies introduced from other waters. These species come from outsideAlberta or are transferred between water bodies within the province. Youcan help prevent the spread of invasive aquatic species by cleaning anddrying your boat and gear between trips. Regulations also prohibittransferring live game fish and live bait fish between water bodies, andpossessing live bait fish. Through these efforts, you and other anglers willcontinue to enjoy fishing in Alberta.

My department continues to promote angling through outreach andeducation, and promotional events. We hope you will plan a fishing tripduring Alberta's two free fishing weekends in July or next February toenjoy fishing yourself and help family and friends discover the joy offishing.

Alberta is yours to explore during your next fishing trip, and theGovernment of Alberta extends its best wishes for a fantastic anglingseason.

Honourable Mel R. KnightMinister

THE ALBERTA ANGLING ETHIC

sense of fair play and consideration for the rightsand expectations of others. Fishing, as promotedby the Alberta government, should foster anethical relationship of the highest order betweenanglers, their quarry, fellow anglers, and thenatural environment. Ethical conduct is expectedof anglers in Alberta.

1. Maintain the sport of recreational fishing. Emphasize the fishing experience. Use sporting methods, gear (lures, line type and amount of technology) appropriate to the typeof fishing and the size of fish desired.

2. Provide proper care and handling of caught or released fish. Fish are to be released with the greatest possible care and minimal amount of handling. Fish that are kept shouldbe killed quickly once they are out of the water and in such a manner that their edible or trophy value is preserved.

3. Conduct sportfishing activities that result in the least disturbance to the surrounding environment. Refrain from littering on land and in water. Take refuse to a proper disposal site.

4. Respect the need and expectations of your fellow anglers. Treat other sport anglers with common courtesy: (a) leave room for others to fish, (b) disturb the fish as little as

possible, (c) leave the fishing site in the same condition as it was found, (d) don't remain in one fishing spot too long, (e) be cooperative and understanding, (f) obey the limits and keep only as many fish as you require to enjoy the sport.

5. Consider other land users. Carry out fishing activities in a manner that minimizes conflict with other land users and anglers.

6. Respect the rights of landowners. Request permission for access across private property.The landowner has the right to grant or refuseaccess.

7. Follow angling regulations. Know and abide by all fishing regulations and encourage others to do the same.

8. Anglers have a duty to address illegal activities in a safe manner. Angler’s actions could range from alerting others to closed waters or wrong size or species being kept to reporting all observed violations of angling regulations to the Fish and Wildlife Division, Alberta Sustainable Resource Development. It is important to collect pertinent information(such as vehicle licence numbers, violator descriptions, etc.) that will assist enforcementactions.


HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE1. The Table of Contents on page 1 tells you where to find key

information in this Guide.

2. Be sure to read the Important Changes section (page 4) for information about new sportfishing regulations.

3. The Provincewide Regulations, General Sportfishing Regulations and Definitions start on page 15. That section of the Guide covers definitionsand regulations that apply to the whole province. Special regulations are listed in Watershed Unit sections of the Fish Management Zones.

4. An index map showing the three Fish Management Zones in Alberta is on page 25. Each zone is divided into Watershed Units. Each unit features a full page map and explanation of watershed

regulations.

5. Finding Lake and Stream Regulations:a) – Refer to index map and identify zone. b) – Read the “General Regulations” for that zone.c) – Read the “Watershed Unit Regulations.”d) – Refer to site specific “Lake and Stream Regulations” to see if

there are specific regulations for that water body.

The regulations in this guide are effective from April 1, 2010 toMarch 31, 2011.

If you require further information, contact the Fish and Wildlife Divisiondistrict office closest to the water body you wish to fish (see FurtherInquiries, page 24).

General If a person is convicted of a provincial fishing offence and fails to pay

their fine, they will be suspended from purchasing a fishing licence, a hunting licence or applying on draws until that outstanding fine has been paid. Similarly, failure to pay a fine resulting from a hunting violation will result in the same restrictions.

Fisheries regulations will remain relatively unchanged for the next twoyears. Details on special walleye harvest licences will be published annually along with the Guide.

Walleye The use of special walleye harvest licences has been expanded to five

lakes that had zero bag limits for walleye (Amisk, Baptiste, Long, Garner, and Rolling Hills).

Pinehurst Lake walleye need additional protection, and special harvestlicences will be used to allow some harvest.

The walleye limit on Calling Lake has been increased, and a limited harvest slot has been implemented.

Big Island, Hilda, Goodfish, and Sawn lakes have gone to catch-and-release walleye fisheries to recover or maintain populations.

Extended time or area closures have been implemented to protect spawning or vulnerable fish in Sylvan Lake and Pine Coulee Reservoir.

The walleye limit on Sturgeon Lake has been reduced to one fish over 43 cm.

Anglers can keep only one fish over 50 cm in the 3-walleye limit on Bistcho Lake.

Harvest limits have been reduced on Gardiner, Sturgeon, and Rainbowlakes.

Trout/Whitefish General harvest on Lovett, Silkstone, and Pierre Greys (lower) lakes have

been replaced with a large minimum size to create quality water fisheries.

Three new delayed-harvest fisheries have been opened on mine end pits (24, 35, and 45) near Edson.

Expanded harvest opportunities at Chester and Running Rain lakes, replacing catch-and-release or one fish limits.

Extended timing closures to protect spawning fish in Boulton, Hidden,and Fall Creeks.

Harvest of lake trout from Grist Lake is limited to a narrow harvest slot to protect larger and developing fish.

Trout limits have been reduced on Bearspaw Reservoir and the Bow River from Ghost Dam to Bearspaw Reservoir.

Pike A dozen lakes in the prairies (Corner, CPR, Horsefly, Lethbridge,

Lost, Marsh, Picture Butte, Raymond, Shays, Taber, Burdett, and Yellow) are now open all year to allow angling prior to the development of heavy weed growth during warmer weather.

The pike population at Baptiste Lake can now support a limited harvest. Nine lakes in the northeast (Amisk, Big Johnson, Fork, Garner, Hope,

Island (2), North Buck, Skeleton) exhibit high catch rates and good pike densities, but few large fish. Harvest options have been implemented to test and assess whether population dynamics or angling pressure determine lake populations.

Pike limits and/or size restrictions have been implemented for Big Island, Calling, Gardiner, Gregoire, Grist, Pigeon, and Rainbow lakes.

Others Arctic Grayling – Seven streams (House, Christina, Goose, Jackfish,

Birch, Sunday, and Monday) and Christina Lake in northeast Alberta are reduced to a zero limit to protect remaining stocks.

Burbot – Reduced harvest limit on Pigeon Lake.

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The summary in this section does not contain all regulation changes for 2010 and is provided only for general information to assist anglers in locatingimportant changes. Carefully review regulations appearing in “Site-Specific Regulations” for each Watershed Unit for each Fish Management Zonestarting on page 26.

BE BEARSMART WHILE ANGLING Make noise when approaching blind spots of rivers and streams, and

when walking into the wind. Fish with at least one other person and keep track of children at all times. Avoid areas where you see bear signs such as claw marks on trees,

diggings or scats. Carry a whistle and use it often, or try a loud shout every few minutes. Keep bear spray accessible. If you encounter a bear, remain calm, avoid eye contact and back away

slowly. Clean fish at fish-cleaning stands or well away

from camp. If you clean fish in the backcountry, puncture the air bladder and throw the guts into the water. Seal fish in plastic bags. Wash your hands, knife and cutting board.

Pack out garbage in sealed bags.

To learn more about the Alberta BearSmartprogram, visit srd.alberta.ca or contact your localFish and Wildlife office.

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FUTURE REGULATIONPROPOSALS

The Fish and Wildlife Division of Alberta SustainableResource Development conducts public reviews ofvarious recommendations made by anglers,sportfishing organizations and staff. You areencouraged to send your comments on any issues ofconcern to the address below. Your letter or e-mailwill be sent to the appropriate fisheries managers andadvisory committees for further review.

Alberta has listed or has approved for listing threenative sport fish species as Endangered (LakeSturgeon) or Threatened (Westslope Cutthroat andAthabasan Rainbows). As a result FisheriesManagement Branch is required to produce recoveryplans for the species and work is underway. Moreinformation on these and other recovery initiativesmay be found athttp://srd.alberta.ca/fishwildlife/speciesatrisk/recoveryteams.aspx. Management, conservation and recoveryactions identified in the plans may have an impact onfuture sportfishing regulations and anglers areencouraged to review the material provided.

Fisheries Management BranchAlberta Sustainable Resource DevelopmentGreat West Life Building9920 108 StreetEdmonton, Alberta T5K 2M4Email: [email protected]

What do I need in order to purchase an online licence?You will need a valid credit card, an email address, access to a computerwith an internet connection and a printer to print your licences. If you donot have an email address, free addresses are available through internetservice providers or free email services such as hotmail and Gmail.

Credit cards accepted are Visa, MasterCard and American Express.

What does it cost to buy an online licence?Your online licence will cost the same as a licence purchased at your locallicence issuer. The cost varies according to the type of licence you buy.There are no added service fees.

What are the technical requirements for my computer foronline purchases?Your internet browser should use Microsoft Internet Explorer Version 6.0or newer or Firefox Version 2. To print your licence, you will requireAdobe Acrobat Reader Version 7 or later. Adobe Acrobat is available as afree download once you are connected to the internet.

ONLINE PURCHASES

Is there someone I can call if I have problems when I try topurchase a licence?You can call the RELM Help Desk (1-888-944-5494) for assistance. Thehours of operation are:

Monday-Wednesday 9:00 AM-6:00 PMThursday, Friday 9:00 AM-9:00 PMSaturday 9:00 AM-5:00 PMSunday 10:00 AM-3:00 PM

You can also send email inquiries to [email protected]

How do I know my information is secure?Your internet browser will indicate that you are operating on a secureserver. You will know this as the URL of the website will begin with an"https" rather than "http" and there will be a closed padlock on the statusbar.

Albertarelm is protected using a secure internet service known asVerisign. The information you enter is transmitted using a Secure SocketLayer (SSL) of communications.

Your credit card information is encrypted for added security. Your creditcard number will not be stored in our database.

WEBSITE AVAILABLE FOR WIN CARDHOLDERS

The website albertarelm.com for WIN cardholders is funded by anglers and hunters from a portion of the WIN renewal fee. As aWIN cardholder you can go online and view your licence history records for the last five years and purchase all your fishing andhunting licences. Anglers can also add or change their e-mail addresses at albertarelm.com. The e-mail address will only be usedby SRD for resource management purposes such as sending licenced outdoorsmen and women new and current information.

PURCHASE YOUR LICENCE ONLINE AT ALBERTARELM.COM

Previously purchased a licence online?Enter your WIN and the password you selected when you registered the first time. Forgot your password? Click on the button to re-register.

First time purchase on albertarelm.comRegister your WIN the first time you access your personal information.

1. Enter your WIN (10 digits)2. Enter the identification number you provided when you applied for your WIN. This would be your driver’s licence number, health care number

or passport number. This is a security measure to ensure only you can access your personal information. Your WIN and your identification number are used to verify your identity. This will prevent anyone else from logging in and accessing your personal information.

3. Enter a password (of your choice) and your email address. If you have any problems, contact the RELM Help Desk at 1-888-944-5494.

Need a WIN card and licence?If you do not have a WIN, you can obtain it online. Immediately after purchasing your WIN, you will be able to purchase your licence.



What is a triploid trout?When fish spawn, the female eggs possess two sets of chromosomes, and the male sperm possess one set. After the eggs are fertilized, thechromosomes recombine, and each egg inherits one set of chromosomes from the female and another set from the male – similar to humans. Thethird set is then kicked out of the egg. By exposing trout eggs to pressure or by placing eggs in a warm water bath shortly after fertilization, theability to kick out that third set of chromosomes is inhibited and the third set of chromosomes is retained, creating a triploid trout.

What are the advantages of triploid trout over diploid trout? Triploid fish look, swim, jump and taste like normal fish, except they never develop normal eggs or sperm and are unable to reproduce. Researchers have also found that while triploid fish have a slightly slower growth rate than normal trout, they can reach a larger size. This

can be explained by the fact that triploid trout do not develop sex organs and continue to grow at the same rate while normal trout spend a lot of their energy in the production of eggs and sperm. In many Salmonids, sterility means that fish will live longer, resulting in some trophy individuals.

Do triploid trout develop sexual characteristics?Yes. Males may have reduced gonadal growth and go through colour changes, develop hooked jaws and may try to spawn with female troutduring the spawning season even though they are infertile. Triploid female trout do not develop any secondary sexual characteristics and do notparticipate in spawning.

Do triploid trout survive better than normal trout?Fish culturists have observed a slight increase in mortality of triploid trout during incubation and early life stages. However, anecdotal evidencesuggests that the survival of stocked triploid trout may be higher than stocked diploid trout due to the fact that they are not exposed to the stressorsassociated with spawning activity.

Why stock triploid trout in Alberta?Triploid fish are stocked in Alberta for:Conservation Stockings in areas where there is a probability of stocked fish escapement and the risk of negative impact on native fish populationsis anticipated. Many of Alberta’s native fish populations are considered to be “Sensitive” and populations are managed using restrictiveregulations. Stocking diploids can result in unwanted hybridization, predation, or competition with native species. Triploid stockings eliminate thepotential for hybridization and by stopping stockings, other concerns can be eliminated within one life cycle.

“Quality Fisheries” or stocked fisheries whose main objective is to have the capability to produce 50 cm plus trout within a minimum of fouryears of stocking.

“Put-Grow-Take” fisheries generally involve stocking small fish, which need to grow in the wild before they are ready to be harvested. Typicallythese are productive waters that can sustain fish populations throughout the year, but have limited or no spawning habitat for the stocked fish.

Are triploid fish safe to eat?Yes. Triploid fish are not considered genetically modified organisms because there is no introduction of geneticmaterial from other organisms. Triploid fish have been produced for sport fishing and commercial use for over 20years. Triploid production is common not only in fish, but also many other foods such as bananas and seedlesswatermelon.

TRIPLOID TROUT FaQ SHEET

HUNTING, FISHING AND TRAPPING HERITAGE ACTChapter H-15.5(Assented to May 15, 2008)

PreambleWHEREAS hunting, fishing and trapping have played important roles in shaping Alberta’s social, cultural and economic heritage;

WHEREAS hunters, anglers and trappers have made important contributions to the understanding, conservation, restoration and management of Alberta’s fish and wildlife resources; and

WHEREAS the best traditions of hunting, fishing and trapping should be valued by future generations:

THEREFORE HER MAJESTY, by and with the advice and

consent of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, enacts as follows:

Right to hunt and fish1(1) A person has a right to hunt, fish and trap in accordance

with the law.

(2) The reference to the law in subsection (1) includes the Wildlife Act, the Fisheries Act (Canada), the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994 (Canada) and the regulations made under those Acts.

Non-derogation of aboriginal rights2 Nothing in this Act derogates from any aboriginal right to

hunt, fish or trap.

Margaret Lake - (15-28-9-W5)McLean Pond - (20-22-5-W5)Payne (Mami) Lake - (11-2-28-W4)Sibbald Lake - (8-25-5-W5)Sibbald Meadows Pond - (20-24-7-W5)

Watershed Unit ES2Alford Lake - (4-36-8-W5)Birch Lake - (18-35-6-W5)Brazeau Borrow Pit #1 - (28-45-10-W5)Camp 9 Trout Pond - (32-44-8-W5)Elk Creek Pond - (33-35-12-W5)Goldeye Lake - (13-40-16-W5)Harlech Pond - (5-41-14-W5)Mitchell Lake - (25-37-8-W5)Nordegg Borrow Pit [east] - (32-40-15-W5)Nordegg Borrow Pit [west] - (32-40-15-W5)Peppers Lake - (30-35-12-W5)Rat Lake - (11-38-9-W5)Rocky Children’s Pond - (34-39-7-W5)Shunda (Fish) Lake - (18-40-15-W5)Strubel Lake - (19-37-7-W5)Thunder Lake - (3-45-19-W5)Winchell Lake - (2-29-5-W5)Yellowhead Lake - (32-34-6-W5)

Watershed Unit ES3Dandurand Lake - (9-53-19-W5)Dunn Lake - (7-54-25-W5)Emerald Lake - (5-62-11-W5)Emerson Lakes - (6-55-21-W5)

Watershed Unit ES1Airdrie Pond - (1-27-1-W5)Allen Bill Pond - (30-22-W5)Allison Lake - (27-8-5-W5)Bathing Lake - (11-4-1-W5)Beauvais Lake - (29-5-1-W5)Beaver Mines - (11-5-3-W5)Buller Pond - (20-22-10-W5)Burmis Lake - (14-7-3-W5)Burn’s Reservoir - (23-6-30-W5)Butcher’s Lake - (17-19-7-W5)Chain Lakes Reservoir - (3-15-2-W5)Coleman Fish and Game Pond - (24-8-5-W5)Cottonwood Lake - (16-7-29-W5)Crossfield Trout Pond - (27-28-1-W5)Dewitt’s Pond - (31-26-1-W5)Dipping Vat Lake - (7-4-27-W4)Emerald Lake - (8-8-5-W5)Granum Pond - (31-10-26-W4)Grotto Mountain Pond - (21-24-9-W5)Island Lake - (12-8-6-W5)Lees Lake - (6-7-2-W5)Little Beaver Dam Lake - (34-1-28-W4)

Fairfax Lake - (17-46-18-W5)Hinton Borrow Pit - (28-50-25-W5)Jarvis Creek Pond - (20-52-26-W5)Kinky Lake - (6-50-26-W5) Lambert Pond - (8-53-17-W5)Mary Gregg Lake - (4-48-24-W5)Mayan Lake - (05-57-23-W5)McLeod (Carson) Lake - (30-61-11-W5)Niton Lake - (32-53-12-W5)Petite Lake - (11-54-26-W5)South Sundance Lake - (1-55-21-W5)Trapper Lake - (19-58-16-W5)Whitecourt Town Pond - (35-59-12-W5)Wildhorse Lakes [upper] - (31-49-26-W5)Wildwood Pond - (30-53-9-W5)Wolf Creek Pond - (13-53-16-W5)

Watershed Unit ES4Dollar (East Dollar) Lakes - (17-73-21-W5)Fox Creek Trout Pond - (13-63-20-W5)Grande Cache Lake - (1-57-8-W6)Highway 40 Pond - (12-69-6-W6)Kakut Lake - (34-76-4-W6)Muskoseepi Pond - (26-71-6-W6)Pierre Greys Lake [middle] - (6-57-4-W6)Pierre Greys Lake [upper] - (7-57-4-W6)Pine Point Borrow Pit - (22-63-20-W5)Two Lakes [north] - (20-62-12-W6)Swan Lake - (13-70-26-W5)Valleyview Children’s Pond - (21-70-22-W5)Victor Lake - (35-56-8-W5)

EASTERN SLOPES ZONE

The following list of lakes, reservoirs and ponds identifies sites that are frequently stocked with rainbow trout, and some with brook trout, brown troutor cutthroat trout. Water bodies appearing below are open all year with a trout limit of five. The harvest of species other than trout from stockedtrout waters is not permitted. Stocked waters where the harvest of other species is allowed or where bait restrictions apply are listed under "Lakes andStreams Listings" for each Watershed Unit. Several additional sites stocked with rainbow, brook, brown, cutthroat trout or arctic grayling are not identified in this section, but appear with specialregulations under "Lake and Stream Listing" for each Watershed Unit starting on page 26.Stocked waters are listed in the colour of their respective Zones starting on page 26, i.e. Zone 1, Stocked Eastern Slopes Waters - red;Zone 2, Stocked Parkland-Prairie Waters - blue; and Zone 3, Stocked Northern Boreal Waters - green.

Watershed Unit PP1Bow City East Ponds - (15-17-17-W4)Cavan Lake - (30-11-3-W4)Echo Dale Regional Park Pond - (5-13-6-W4)Emerson Pond - (5-19-28-W4)Enchant Pond - (8-14-18-W4)Foremost Reservoir - (17-6-11-W4)Goldspring Park Pond - (6-2-15-W4)Heningers Reservoir - (9-3-12-W4)Keenex Coulee Reservoir - (10-11-24-W4)McQuillan Reservoir - (13-8-19-W4)McVinnie Reservoir - (33-12-21-W4)Michel (Michelle) Reservoir - (5-7-3-W4)New Dayton Fish and Game Pond - (32-5-18-W4)Reesor Lake - (20-8-1-W4)Spring Coulee Park Pond - (12-5-24-W4)Stirling Children’s Pond - (29-6-19-W4)

Strathmore Children’s Pond - (14-24-25-W4)

Watershed Unit PP2Acadia Valley Reservoir - (5-25-2-W4) Anderson Dam - (25-28-21-W4)Bashaw Pond - (4-42-21-W4)Beaumont Pond - (27-50-24-W4)Black Nugget Mine Pit - (11-49-18-W4)Blood Indian Creek Reservoir - (21-26-9-W4)Boehlke’s Pond - (31-35-15-W4)Bud Miller Park Pond - (36-49-1-W4)Captain Eyre Lake - (30-38-5-W4)Castaway Trout Pond (Viking) - (35-47-13-W4)Castor Eastside Trout Pond - (34-37-14-W4)Chickakoo Lake - (34-53-1-W5)Cipperley’s Reservoir - (8-32-1-W5)Clark’s Reservoir - (21-30-1-W5)

Claude Brennan Memorial Pond - (1-51-7-W4)Consort Reservoir - (15-35-5-W4)Dillberry Lake - (36-41-1-W4)Diplomat Mine Pond - (1-41-16-W4)East Pit Lake - (21-53-4-W5)Fyten Reservoir - (4-30-24-W4)Genesee Trout Pond - (1-51-3W5)Gibbons Pond - (10-56-23-W4)Gooseberry Park Pond - (22-36-6-W4)Hansen’s Reservoir - (29-38-3-W5)Helmer Reservoir - (18-31-14-W4)Heritage Lake - (33-55-25-W4)Hermitage Park Pond - (18-53-23-W4)Hiller’s Reservoir - (13-32-29-W4)Huber Reservoir - (36-37-13-W4)Innisfree Trout Pond - (13-51-12-W4)

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PARKLAND-PRAIRIE ZONE

Need information on measuringfish length? See Page 21


Irma Fish and Game Pond - (34-45-9-W4)Jack Fish Lake - (29-53-9-W4)Kraft Pond - (27-33-26-W4)Kramer Pond - (25-45-6-W5)Lacombe Park Pond - (5-54-25-W5)Lamont Pond - (27-55-19-W4)Leduc Reservoir - (27-49-25-W4)Lougheed Trout Pond - (33-43-11-W4)McLaren’s Reservoir - (23-33-18-W4)Michichi Reservoir - (19-30-18-W4)Midway Reservoir - (16-30-27-W4)Mirror Reservoir - (29-40-22-W4)

Morinville Fish and Game Pond - (4-56-25-W4)Mound Red Reservoir - (11-45-28-W4)Niemela Reservoir - (1-39-3-W5)Nuggent Pond - (14-44-3-W5)Open Creek Reservoir - (25-42-6-W5)Oyen (concrete plant) Pond - (34-27-4-W4)Oyen Reservoir - (34-27-4-W4)Parlby Reservoir - (25-40-24-W4)Pleasure Island Reservoir - (20-46-19-W4)Ponoka Centennial Park Pond - (NE8-43-25-W4)Pro Alta Pond - (18-39-2-W4)Salter’s Lake - (26-54-2-W5)

NORTHERN BOREAL ZONE

Watershed Unit NB1Ardmore Community Pond - (62-3-W4)Bellis Beach Lake - (15-59-15-W4)Bonnyville Town Pond - (7-61-5-W4)Boyle Pond - (16-64-19-W4)Lac Delorme - (5-57-8-W4)Lara Fish Pond - (25-61-5-W4)Legal Reservoir - (24-57-25-W4)Little Bear Lake - (19-64-2-W4)Mile 07 Lake - (35-69-14-W4)Namepi Creek Reservoir - (14-58-20-W4)St. Paul Fish Pond - (9-58-9-W4)Shemeluk Lake - (25-60-17-W4)Westlock Recreation Pond - (31-59-25-W4)

Watershed Unit NB2Atlantic Richfield Reservoir - (29-67-9-W5)Blue Lake - (13-69-17-W5)Chrystina (Windy) Lake - (8-67-8-W5)Jane Lake - (11-68-8-W5)Jessie Lake - (23-68-7-W5)Lily Lake - (7-75-5-W5)Marigold Lake - (32-65-11-W5)McClennan Reservoir - (29-77-19-W5)Paddle River Dam Pond - (1-57-8-W5)Parker Lake - (25-70-5-W5)Tamarack Lake - (10-66-12-W5)Tea Lakes - (9-67-7-W5)

Watershed Unit NB3Cecil Thompson (Junction Pond) Lake -(23-83-21-W5)East Twin Lakes - (29-97-22-W5)Fairview College Pond - (27-81-3-W6)Figure Eight Lake - (20-84-25-W5)Footner Pond - (4-111-19-W5)

PARKLAND-PRAIRIE ZONE continued from page 8

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Sauer Lake - (28-53-1-W5)Severn Creek Reservoir - (11-26-22-W4)Shuster Lake - (25-43-5-W4)Telegraph Park Pond - (32-48-21-W4)Two Hills Pond - (32-54-12-W4)Vegreville Children’s Pond - (4-52-14-W4)Vegreville Trout Pond - (18-52-14-W4)Wallace Park Pond - (31-44-6-W4)Waskasoo Park Pond - (18-38-27-W4)Wetaskiwin Pond - (24-46-24-W4)Windsor Lake - (10-42-22-W4)

High Level Pond - (8-110-20-W5)Highway 686 Pond - (17-85-19-W5)La Crete Pond - (15-106-12-W5)Machesis Lake - (27-107-16-W5)Montageneusse Lake - (31-86-3-W6)Moonshine (Mirage) Lake - (31-79-8-W6)NarDam Lake - (16-76-5-W6)Ole Lake - (30-84-12-W6)Peace Pond - (27-83-23-W5)Rainbow Lake Pond - (25-109-9-W6)Running Lake - (27-88-7-W6)Spring Lake - (23-75-11-W6)Sulphur Lake - (12-89-3-W6)Weberville Pond - (7-85-21-W5)Zama Community Pond - (13-117-5-W6)

Watershed Unit NB4Engstrom Lake - (17-83-6-W4)Highway 63 Pond - (15-87-9-W4)Texaco East Pond - (15-88-8-W4)Texaco Pond - (17-88-8-W4)

REPORT A POACHER

Alberta Conservation Association’sREPORT A POACHER programprovides Albertans with the opportunityto report suspected violations using atoll-free number:1-800-642-3800 or #3800 on theTELUS Mobility network (courtesyTELUS Mobility). The line is in operation24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Fishing or hunting out of season, nighthunting, exceeding bag limits, illegalsale of fish and wildlife and deposit ofharmful substances in lakes and riversare violations that seriously affect fish

and wildlife in Alberta. If you see orknow of a violation, you should recordall information, including date time location vehicle licence number vehicle description description of person(s) involved details of violation, and any other

details, no matter how insignificant they may seem. You should then contact the nearest Fish and Wildlife Division office or call 1-800-642-3800as soon as possible.

If the information provided concerns aresource violation and results in thelaying of a charge, the reporter may beeligible for a reward. If you have anyquestions about this program, pleasecontact the nearest Fish and WildlifeDivision office (page 24).

See page 24 for the Fishand Wildlife officenearest you.


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Licence Holder

Alberta Residents3

Age 16 to 64 years Age 65 or older Youths (less than 16 years)

Canadian Residentsfrom outside Alberta3

Age 16 and older Youths (less than 16 years)

Non-Residents fromoutside Canada4

Age 16 and older– Annual– Limited (5-day)– Limited (1-day)

Youths (less than 16 years)

Indians (see page 17)

Sportfishing1

Licence Cost2

$25.66 No Licence Required No Licence Required

$25.66 No Licence Required

$70.90 $47.63 $26.63

No Licence Required

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Special WalleyeLicence5

$10.50 $10.50 $10.50

1 Sportfishing refers to angling (using a barbless hook and line), bowfishing, spearfishing and using a minnow trap, seine net or dip net to collect bait fish for non-commercial use.

2 A portion of the cost of each licence is distributed to: Alberta Conservation Association to fund the Fisheries Habitat Development Program, the

Fisheries Management Enhancement Program and the Enhanced Fish Stocking Program;General Revenue; and IBM to finance the administration of the automated licensing system.

3 All residents of Canada are eligible to buy a Resident Sportfishing Licence. A resident is a person who has his or her only or primary residence in Canada and is a Canadian citizen or is admitted to permanent residence in Canada, or has lived in Canada for the immediately preceding 12-month period.

An Alberta resident is a person who is a resident of Canada and has their only or primary residencein Alberta.

4 A person who is not a resident of Canada and who is age 16 or older must hold a valid Non-Resident Sportfishing Licence.

5 Special Fish Harvest Licences for Walleye (Class A), Walleye (Class B) and Walleye (Class C) are available only through a draw, see page 16.

Lost/destroyed licences – licences purchased at a licence issuer can be reprinted at any licence issuerfor a $2.00 fee. Licences purchased online can be reprinted online at no charge.

Lost/destroyed tags – Tags issued by a licence issuer can be reprinted at any licence issuer for a $4.00 fee.A replacement tag(s) for a licence purchased online can be replaced at no charge. You are required tobring your licence to a district office. In both cases, you must complete a statutory declaration toauthorize the replacement at a Fish and Wildlife Division office (see page 24).

$10.50

Recreational fishing and hunting licences aresold online or through licence issuers. A list oflicence issuers is available at mywildalberta.com.Go to albertarelm.com to purchase yourlicence or WIN card online.

WiN CardsAnglers and hunters must have a WildlifeIdentification Number (WiN) before purchasingany licence or Wildlife Certificate. The cost is$8.00 and is valid for 5 years.

At the time of your WiN purchase, you willreceive a permanent 10-digit WiN. Apermanent plastic WiN card will be mailedwithin six weeks.

Renewal of Expired WiNsWhen your WiN expires, you will be required torenew your WiN prior to buying a licence. AWiN renewal costs $8.00 and is valid for fiveyears.A new plastic WiN card with your new expirydate will be mailed out.

Please verify the personal information shownon your WiN renewal receipt and provideinformation updates to the licence Issuers oronline at albertarelm.com. A correct addressand phone number is important to ensure thatyou receive your new WiN Card.

Sportfishing Licences Your sportfishing licence must be carried at

all times when sportfishing or transporting fish.

Review your licence at the time of purchase and ensure all information is correct.

Information changes can be provided to the licence issuer or updated online at albertarelm.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I renew my WiN before it expires?A: Yes. WiNs that expire within one year canbe renewed.

Q: How long is my WiN valid for if I renewbefore my expiry date?A: Five years will be added to the originalexpiry date.

Q: What if my WiN Card is lost or stolen?A: Please call 1-888-944-5494.

RECREATIONALLICENSING SYSTEM

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Recreational fishing licences are available for purchase at licence issuers or online atalbertarelm.com. To buy a special walleye licence online that requires a tag(s), you must have aprenumbered 10-digit Government of Alberta paper tag and wire before you begin your purchase.Tags and wires are available free of charge at Fish and Wildlife District Offices (see page 24).

To buy a licence, you must have a WIN card (see side bar). All licence costs are subject to theFederal Goods and Services Tax (GST), which is not included to the costs listed below.


THREE WEBSITES TO HELP YOU.

Bait – means any substance that attracts fish by scent or flavour andincludes a lure to which scent or flavouring has been added (See “Fishingwith Bait” on page 21).

Bait Fish – See “Fishing with Bait Fish” on page 21.

Barbless Hook – includes a hook the barbs of which are pressed againstthe shaft of the hook so that the barbs are not functional.

Gaff (gaff hook) – means a device for landing or lifting fish, consistingof one or more hooks attached to a handle.

Hook – means a single-, double- or triple-pointed hook on a commonshaft, and includes hooks attached to a lure.(Note: some legal lures appear to have a hook with four points, butactually have two shafts each with two points).

Hook Size – means the measurement between the shaft and any point ofthe hook.

Legal Land DescriptionsSome water bodies and landmarks are identified in this Guide using theAlberta Survey System. Legal land descriptions are written as follows:(1 – 87 – 18 – W4)(Section – Township – Range – West of the 4th Meridian)

Limit – refers to the maximum number of fish you are allowed tokeep or have in your possession (see Catch Limits on page 18).

Lure – means a spoon, plug, jig, fly or other such device made only offeathers, fibre, rubber, wood, metal, plastic or similar materials, that doesnot attract fish by scent or flavour.

Maggots – means the larval stage of flies (terrestrial dipterous insects)but does not include earthworms (angleworms, nightcrawlers, dew-worms), mealworms or the larvae, pupae or adults of aquatic insects.

Mealworms – means the larval stage of beetles (terrestrial coleopterousinsects) but does not include earthworms (angleworms, nightcrawlers,dew-worms), maggots, wax worms or the larvae, pupae or adults ofaquatic insects.

Minimum-size limits – mean that all fish caught that are shorter thanthe stated size length must be immediately released.

Maximum-size limits – mean that all fish caught that are longer thanthe stated size length must be immediately released.

Regulation Dates – In this Guide, where dates are given with aregulation, the regulation starts on the first date and ends on the seconddate (inclusive dates). Where no dates are listed, then the regulationapplies for the entire year (April 1 to March 31).

Slot-size Limits – mean that all fish within the stated size range oflengths must be immediately released, but allow for the keeping of somefish shorter and some fish longer than the stated size range.

Snagging – means attempting to catch or catching a fish using a hook:(a) other than to induce the fish to voluntarily take the hook in its

mouth; or(b) by intentionally piercing and hooking a fish in any part of the

body other than the mouth.

Snagging Device – means:(a) an instrument that is designed for the purpose of snagging fish;

or(b) hooks or lures that are altered to facilitate the snagging of fish.

Sportfishing – means angling (using hook and line), bowfishing orspearfishing, but also includes using a minnow trap, seine net or dip net tocollect bait fish for personal use.

Sportfishing Seasons Open – means sportfishing is allowed during the time period

stated. During open seasons, sportfishing is permitted 24 hours a day unless stated differently in site-specific regulations.

CLOSED – means all forms of sportfishing are prohibited.

Stream – means flowing water, and includes creeks, rivers and canals.

Tributary – means any stream that flows into a larger stream, or into alake or reservoir. This includes a tributary to a tributary. Tributaries to alake are considered to be tributaries to the outlet stream from the lakeunless stated differently in site-specific regulations.

Watershed – means the area drained by the stream system(s), the streamand all its tributaries, and includes the lakes and reservoirs within thatarea whether or not they are directly connected to the stream.

Watershed Unit – is a subdivision of a Fish Management Zone, andmeans the area drained by the watershed described in text and illustratedon the map in the Guide.

Watershed Boundaries – The boundary between Watershed Unitsillustrated on the maps in the Guide is the height of land that divides thetwo watershed units, so that waters on one side flow one direction andwaters on the other side flow a different direction.

Point

ShaftHook Size

NOTICE TO ANGLERSTo assist with the management of Alberta’s fish resources and to ensurecompliance with regulations, anglers will be checked at water bodies,recreational areas and road checkpoints throughout Alberta.

RECOVERY OF TAGGED FISHIf you catch a tagged fish, please advise the nearest Fish and WildlifeDivision office of the following: tag number and colour species of fish caught date fish was caught where fish was caught if the fish was released total length and weight of the fish, if available your name, address and phone number.


Alberta Sportfishing LicencesRequirementsAn Alberta Sportfishing Licence is required to fish in Alberta by means ofsportfishing (see Licences and Costs, page 14 and sportfishing definition,page 15). If you are under 16 years of age, an Alberta resident aged 65 orolder, or a registered Indian under the Indian Act, you are not required tohave a Sportfishing Licence, but you must follow sportfishing regulations.Sportfishing Licences are not required when a person is sportfishing on adesignated Free Fishing Weekend (see page 4).

Sportfishing Licences are available at private licence issuers throughoutthe province or online at albertarelm.com.Licences must be carried at all times while sportfishing and transportingfish and must be presented immediately to an officer upon request.

BowfishingA special licence for bowfishing is not required. Bowfishing is allowedunder the Alberta Sportfishing Licence. Crossbows cannot be used. Bows cannot be used to take trout, mountain whitefish, Arctic grayling,

lake sturgeon, walleye or northern pike. Bowfishing is not permitted in Gods, May, Seibert, Winefred, Andrew,

Gardiner and Namur lakes.

In 1996, Alberta introduced major restrictions on the walleye fisheries toallow their recovery after major declines due to fishing pressure. Severalof these fisheries have recovered to the point where a limited harvest ofspecific sizes of walleye can be sustained. If these lakes were open toallow all anglers to keep a fish, the walleye would quickly be overharvested and the excellent sport fishery would be lost. Recognizing theimpact of the high number of anglers and the need to preserve fisherieswhere fishing pressure is significant, a limited harvest option has beendeveloped. A special walleye licence is available to Albertans selectedon a draw basis for specified lakes. These lakes were selected based onthe most current scientific information on walleye productivity and anglerpressure.

TaggingInstructionsA walleye that isretained must betagged immediatelythrough the gill cavityand mouth with a paper tag and wire. To tag your walleye: Spread the ends of the wire loop slightly apart and insert an end into

one side of the mouth, pushing it back toward the gill opening on the same side until it protrudes out from the gill cover. Note: you may haveto squeeze the wire ends close together again.

Remove the backing from the adhesive paper tag. Place the open end of the wire loop flat against one half of the adhesive side of the tag and fold the other half over, so that the adhesive sides are pressed together evenly and firmly, with the wire secured between. Note: the open portion of the wire loop must be completely covered by the tag.

2010 DRAWS

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March 23 - April 21 Draw applications may be purchased online at albertarelm.com or at licence issuers or1-900-451-3474. The call will cost $3.25 for the first minute and $1.15 for each additional minute.Charges will be on your phone bill. Touch-tone phones only (no cellulars).

May 4 Draw results available online at albertarelm.comMay 4 - May 10 Draw results available on 1-900-451-3474 line

($0.75 per minute). It is the responsibility of the applicant to check their draw status.

May 6 Special Walleye Licence available for purchase online or at licence issuers. Anglers successful inthe draw will be able to purchase a licence and associated tags for a prescribed size of walleye from specified lakes. The number of tags associated with the licence will vary according to size of walleye applied for.

May 11 Undersubscribed Licence information available at 1-877-289-0999, or online at mywildalberta.com.

May 13, 8:15 a.m. to Undersubscribed licences available for March 10, 2011 reservation on the 1-900-451-3474 line ($1.25 midnight per minute) or online at albertarelm.com ($3.04

per application) on a first-come first-served basis.

Draws For Special Walleye LicencesThe “2010 Special Walleye Licence Draws” pamphlet

provides complete information about the draws and isavailable at Licence Issuers, Fish & Wildlife District

Offices and online at mywildalberta.com

The following section refers to sportfishing throughout the province.Site-Specific Regulations for lakes and streams are listed underWatershed Unit sections for each Fish Management Zone, whichappear on pages 26 to 77.

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Derby and Tournament LicensingThe licensing of organized fishing derbies and tournaments (CompetitiveFishing Events or CFE's) is required for events involving more than 25participants. The type of licence depends on the number of participantsand the value of prizes. The cost of all licences is $25 and will be issuedonly to organizers who are residents of Alberta. Best ManagementPractices have been developed and incorporated into licence conditions toreduce impacts on fish populations. Events with 25 or fewer participantsdo not require a licence, but organizers are encouraged to voluntarilyregister such events and to follow best management practices.

Non-competitive fishing events, any event where 26 or more peopleparticipate in angling for one or more consecutive days on a specifiedwater, do not require a licence, if prizes are awarded for participation orrandow draw, not a fishing competition.

The CFE website, at mywildalberta.com, provides organizers withapplication and reporting forms, licence conditions, contact information,and information on how best to operate an event. A Frequently AskedQuestions document addresses the issues event organizers need toconsider prior to advertising and running an event.

SpearfishingA special licence for spearfishing is not required. Spearfishing is allowedunder the Alberta Sportfishing Licence. Only spears propelled by spring, elastic, compressed gas or muscular

power are permitted. Only persons who are swimming may spearfish. Spears cannot be used to take trout, mountain whitefish, Arctic

grayling, lake sturgeon, walleye or northern pike. Spearfishing is not permitted in Gods, May, Seibert, Winefred,

Andrew, Gardiner and Namur lakes.

Sportfishing by IndiansIndians do not need an Alberta Sportfishing Licence or WIN card forgeneral sportfishing, however all other sportfishing regulations applyequally to all persons, including Indians. Indians are persons registered asIndians under the Indian Act.

Sportfishing in Provincial and National ParksAlberta Sportfishing Regulations apply in Alberta Provincial Parks, butnot in National Parks. To fish in a Provincial Park, you need an AlbertaSportfishing Licence (see licence exemptions under “Requirements” onpage 16). Provincial licences are not valid inside National Parks andregulations may differ. To fish in a National Park, you need a NationalPark Fishing Permit, which is valid only within the National Park.National Park fishing permits are available at most park facilities andsome commercial outlets. For information on sportfishing in the NationalParks, contact the Western Regional Office of Parks Canada in Calgary at(403) 292-4401, or toll free 1-800-748-7275.

Fishing in a Wilderness Area or Ecological Reserve is prohibited by theWilderness Areas, Ecological Reserves and Natural Areas Act.

Sportfishing in Cold LakeSportfishing in Cold Lake requires either an Alberta Sportfishing Licence(see licence exemptions under “Requirements” on this page), or aSaskatchewan Angling Licence. The Alberta Fishery Regulations, 1998apply to the Alberta portion of Cold Lake; while the SaskatchewanRegulations apply to the Saskatchewan portion of Cold Lake (Saskatchewanregulations are consistent with Alberta regulations for Cold Lake).


Provincewide maximum possession – All fish kept from any lakeor stream, from any Watershed Unit, count as part of the provincewidemaximum possession that must not be exceeded. The maximum numberof fish you may have, including fish at your home and fish caughtunder a special harvest licence, for each game fish species or group ofspecies is listed below:

Trout and Arctic Grayling – 5 in total, combined of:0 bull trout (native to Alberta);2 Northern Dolly Varden (stocked in Chester Lake only); 1 golden trout; 2 Arctic grayling; 3 lake trout; 5 cutthroat trout; 5 rainbow trout; 5 brown trout; 5 brook trout.

Mountain Whitefish – 5 in total. Walleye and Sauger – 3 in combined total. Northern Pike – 3 in total. Yellow Perch – 15 in total. Lake Whitefish and Cisco (Tullibee) – 10 in combined total. Goldeye and Mooneye – 10 in combined total. Burbot (Ling) – 10 in total. Lake Sturgeon – 0 Non-game fish – no restriction on the numbers kept.

NOTE: The limits and size restrictions that exist at specific lakes andstreams are listed in the Watershed Unit sections of each FishManagement Zone starting on page 26.

General Sportfishing RestrictionsIt Is Unlawful To: Use a hook that is not a barbless hook (See definition on page 15). Use more than one line when angling into open water. Use more than two lines when angling into ice-covered water. While angling be further than 30 m from any line in the water. Use a line in angling equipped with more than three hooks (e.g., three

hooks, or three single-hook lures, or one three-hook lure). Use a lure in angling with more than three hooks as part of it. Use a hook with more than three points on a common shaft (see

Important Definitions, page 15). Release live fish or live fish eggs into any waters except back to the

waters from which they were caught. Possess live CRAYFISH. Possess live BAIT FISH. Possess live GAME FISH – unless the fish have been lawfully caught

by angling and are within 100 metres of the waters from which they were caught.

Use live fish for bait. Set out or use bait to attract fish unless it is attached to a hook used in

angling. Use scented lures or scented weights where bait bans are in effect. Fish by snagging. Possess fish taken by snagging.

Sportfishing SeasonsCheck for dates of open and closed seasons under “Site-SpecificRegulations” in each Watershed Unit of the Fish Management Zonesstarting on page 26.

Catch LimitsIn this Guide the word “limit” refers to the number of fish you areallowed to keep or have in your possession. As outlined below, you maynot exceed the limit at any water body fished, nor possess more fish thanthe provincewide maximum.

Possession: A fish is considered retained (kept) when it is notimmediately returned to the waters from which it was taken.

If the fish you catch is of a legal species and legal size, immediatelydecide to release or keep it as part of your day’s limit. Fish kept on astringer or a live well are considered retained and are part of your limit(see page 19 and 21 for details on releasing live or prohibited fish).

1. Before fishing in any lake or stream you must locate, within this guide, the Fish Management Zone and Watershed Unit in which it is found. Determine whether or not the lake or stream is listed under the “Lake and Stream Listings” section (see instructions under “Site-Specific Regulations” for each Watershed Unit).

2. The number of fish you are allowed to keep while fishing in one day is equal to the limit listed for each species or group of species at the lake or stream being fished, including any fish eaten or given away that day.

3. When you are fishing at any lake or stream, you may not have in your possession more fish than the limit, or fish other than those of legal size, listed for the lake or stream being fished.

4. The number of fish of each species you may possess at the end of a fishing trip, regardless of the number of days fished, is equal to a 1 day limit for the water body fished, including fish stored at home.

See Tips onReleasing Fishon next page.

USE CAUTION ON ICEThe following guidelines do not override your obligation to usecaution and common sense when travelling on ice:Careful measurement of ice thickness is important – always test iceconditions. Never walk on ice that is less than 10 cm (4 in.) thickand do not drive on ice that is less than 30 cm (12 in.) thick.Beware of ice near the inlets or outlets of streams. Always be extracautious of ice on rivers and streams. Ice can vary in thickness andin strength from area to area because of temperature, water current,springs, snow cover and time of year. Do not drive fast, or followclosely behind or park near another vehicle on the ice. Asksomeone who knows the area about ice conditions and places toavoid. Use caution and stay away from aeration sites. Anglers areencouraged not to fish near aerators for their safety and to preventlines tangling the units and damaging them. Please remove all icefishing huts prior to spring breakup.

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Possess a snagging device while angling. Use gaffs, gaff hooks or spring-loaded hooks. Use snares, firearms, or any device to attract, stun or kill fish by

causing an explosion or electrical current in the water. Use lights to sportfish unless the light is attached to a hook or line used

in angling. Clean fish for transport home in a manner that is not authorized (see

Cleaning and Transporting Fish, page 21).

Additional Restrictions: The edible flesh of legally kept game fish must not be wasted,

destroyed, spoiled or abandoned. Fish must not be removed from, or disturbed in, any facility or structure

designed to capture, hold or facilitate the passage of fish. Fishing is prohibited by any method within 25 yards (22.86 m) downstream ofthe lower entrance of any fishway, canal, obstacle or leap. Weirs and dams are considered obstacles.NOTE: Fishways, fish ladders, impoundment nets, fish traps and other similar structures are set up to assist in the management or the study of fisheries, or to allow the passage of fish.

Angling is not permitted through the ice: a) into beaver ponds or b) into flowing waters in Zone 1 (Eastern Slopes Zone).

Important points: Tributaries to a lake have the same regulations as the outlet stream from

the lake, unless stated differently in site-specific regulations. Stream regulations do not apply to a lake or reservoir unless stated

differently in site-specific regulations. The same regulations apply to beaver ponds as apply to the streams in

which the ponds are found.

Gill NetsAnglers should be aware that while angling you may encounter gill nets insome Alberta lakes. Gill nets can be lawfully set by licenced users such ascommercial fishermen, First Nations people, Métis and researchers. Allnets must be visibly marked at each end with a one (1) metre stake or sparbuoy bearing the applicable licence number. Anglers should respect thesenets and keep a safe distance to prevent entanglement with angling gear. Ifthe nets are not marked, or the presence of a net seems suspicious, pleasecall your local Fish and Wildlife Division office (see page 24) or theReport A Poacher line at 1-800-642-3800.

Buying and Selling FishThe illegal trafficking of fish threatens our fish populations and is a seriousoffence. Report illegal activities (see Report A Poacher on page 10).NOTE: Fish taken by sportfishing cannot be sold, bought, traded orbartered. Similarly, fish harvested under the authority of a Domestic,Indian Domestic or Métis Domestic Licence cannot be sold, bought,traded or bartered. Fish can be purchased from a licencedcommercial fisherman (but cannot be exported from Alberta) orretailer. If you purchase fish in this manner be sure to get a salesreceipt and carry that receipt with the fish as proof of purchase.Go to srd.alberta.ca/ManagingPrograms/FisheriesManagement.

Releasing Live FishSportfishing is so popular that many waters cannot produce enough fish tosatisfy harvest demands. Releasing fish is part of the solution (see Tips onReleasing Fish on this page). If the fish you catch is of a legal species andlegal size, immediately decide to release it or keep it as part of your day’slimit. A fish is considered retained (kept) when it is not immediatelyreturned to the waters from which it was taken.

TIPS ON RELEASING FISHIf a fish is handled carefully and gently, it will have an excellent chanceof survival. The most important factor related to fish mortality isdamage caused by the hook penetrating the gill and stomach regions.Fish hooked in the lip or mouth have a better chance of survival.Avoiding methods that result in deeply hooked fish is the best way toreduce hooking mortality. “Still fishing” with bait, where the line is notactively attended, usually results in more deeply hooked fish. Attendingthe line to set the hook immediately at the time of the strike may reducethe occurrence of deeply hooked fish. Fish have a reduced chance ofsurvival if they are caught in deep water (>7 m or 23 feet). Retrieve your catch quickly. Release fish immediately (with care). Avoid squeezing the fish. Keep your fingers out of the gills. Keep the fish in water as much as possible. Remove the hook carefully. Leave deeply swallowed hooks in the fish.

(Side-cutters can be used to cut the hook instead of the line). Help revive the fish by holding it in the water. Do not fizz – it reduces survival. Fish for walleye and perch in relatively shallow water.

For more information, obtain a copy of the pamphlet “Handle andRelease Fish with Care” from your nearest Fish and Wildlife Divisiondistrict office.



HOOKING MORTALITY FROM BAITRestrictions on the use of bait are required to increase the survival ofreleased trout. About 25% of trout caught on natural and scented baits dieafter release, compared with less than 4% caught on flies and lures.Differences in mortality rates of released pike and walleye caught onunbaited lures and baited hooks in most studies are quite similar,generally in the 3% to 10% range. Current information does not support aregulation on the use of bait at most waters containing pike or walleye.However, anglers are encouraged to voluntarily fish with unbaited luresbecause more fish may be hooked in the lip or mouth. Hooking mortalityis generally higher for fish hooked in the gill area and stomach region.

Never Cull Fish“Culling” is staying within the catch limit for a species by releasing fishfrom a stringer or other holding device when a larger fish is caught. Fishthat have been held on a stringer or in a tub usually die if releasedbecause of stress and because of damage to their gills, fins and scales.

Releasing Prohibited FishYou must immediately release every fish that cannot be legally keptbecause of species, catch limit, size limit or other regulation, withoutexception, even if the fish is injured or dead. When the fish is alive, youmust release it in a manner that causes the least harm to the fish. Examples of prohibited fish are: a species for which the limit is 0. a fish smaller than the minimum-size limit. a fish larger than the maximum-size limit. a fish the size of which is protected by a slot-size limit. a fish that has been snagged. a fish caught after you have already kept your limit.

Measuring Fish LengthLength – the total length (maximum) of a fish is measured from the tip ofthe nose or jaw to the tip of the tail fin, with the tail pinched. NOTE: Anglers should only determine if a fish is longer than or shorterthan the specified legallength. It is best toimmediately release fishthat are close to legallength rather thansubjecting the fish to extrahandling for the taking of amore accuratemeasurement. Flexible tapemeasures may be used provided only the straight-line length of the fish ismeasured without including the curvature of the body in the length of thefish. It’s a good idea to have a fish measuring device.

Cleaning and Transporting FishFish caught in Alberta: Fish cleaned for storage at other than your permanent residence, or for

transport to your permanent residence must not be skinned, cut or packed in a manner that: the species cannot be identified, the number of fish cannot be determined, or the total length of every fish subject to a size limit cannot be determined.

2 pieces of fish of 1 species are considered to be 1 fish.

Tips: Carry a cooler and ice for storing whole fish for transport to your

permanent residence. Leave the head, tail and skin attached to fish subject to size limits for

accurate length measurements. Internal organs and gills can be removed to preserve quality.

Fish that are not subject to size limits may be filleted, but enough skin must be left on each fillet for species identification purposes.

Never transport fish in a solid frozen block.REMEMBER: When cleaning fish away from your permanentresidence, DO NOT REMOVE evidence of species and, if size limitsapply, evidence of length as described above, unless the fish are to beconsumed immediately.

Fish caught outside of Alberta:When travelling within Alberta and transporting fish that were taken

elsewhere, you must be able to support your claim that those fish werecaught outside of Alberta.

Fish caught by someone else:If you are transporting fish caught by someone else, you must have aletter of authorization (bill of lading) signed by the angler who caught thefish. This letter must provide the following information: the licence number and name of the individual who caught the fish, the number and species of the fish, the location from which you started and the location to which you are

travelling, and the date on which the fish are being transported.

Fishing with BaitBait – the definition of bait (see page 15) includes, but is not restricted to:corn, cheese, marshmallows, meat, maggots, meal worms, earthworms,wax worms, gammarus shrimp, leeches, terrestrial insects, the larvae,pupae or adults of aquatic insects (e.g., stonefly, mayfly, caddis fly), baitfish, parts of fish, fish eggs, scented baits, power baits and all additivesthat scent or flavour artificial baits and lures.

Bait Ban – means where bait bans are in effect only unscented lures maybe used. In some streams, only maggots may be used as bait during certaintimes of the year to allow anglers to fish for mountain whitefish with lessimpact on trout populations. In some lakes, only maggots and mealwormsmay be used as bait to allow anglers to fish for perch and lake whitefishwith less impact on pike populations (see Important Definitions page 15).

Fishing with Bait FishBait Fish means any of the following:

suckers (family Catostomidae) sticklebacks (family Gasterosteidae) trout-perch (Percopsis omiscomaycus) Iowa darter (Etheostoma exile) minnows (family Cyprinidae), except carp, goldfish and the

western silvery minnow.Note: Pet store fish (tropical fish) or crayfish cannot be used as bait fish.

TOTAL LENGTH (pinched tail)

GAFF AND GAFF HOOKSIt is illegal to possess a gaff or a gaff hook while anglingin Alberta. Fish that have been landed with the use of these typesof gear usually die. Anglers are required to release fish that are not oflegal size as stated in size-limit regulations for many species. If a fishis handled carefully and gently, it will have an excellent chance ofsurvival. It is important that anglers handle fish in a manner thatcauses the least harm to the fish.

Bait Fish may be used in waters that do not have bait bans or bait fishrestrictions. Where fishing with bait fish is prohibited, other baitsincluding smelts, herring, gammarus shrimp and dead fish eggs (e.g.,preserved “salmon eggs”) may be used, provided a bait ban is not in effectfor that water body. NOTE: Smelts and herring are of the saltwater families Osmeridae andClupeidae. Use of the freshwater species cisco (Coregonidae), also calledtullibee or lake herring, is prohibited from use as bait.Parts of Game Fish. Only the skin, fins, eyes and dead eggs of game fishmay be used as bait, provided these fish were lawfully caught by angling.Skin, fins, eyes and dead eggs of game fish may be used where the use ofbait fish is prohibited, but cannot be used where bait bans are in effect. Allgame fish kept must be counted in the daily catch limit, including any fishfrom which parts are used for bait.

Collecting Bait FishCatching bait fish (such as suckers) by angling, bowfishing or spearfishingis allowed from all waters open to fishing with these methods, even atwaters where the collection of bait fish by other means is prohibited.Anglers may collect their own bait fish by minnow trap, dip net and seinenet, but these fish must not be sold. The commercial collection of bait fishrequires a Commercial Bait Fishing Licence. The following regulationsapply to the collection of bait fish for personal use as bait: The collection of bait fish is not permitted in waters having a bait

ban or restriction on the use of bait fish, and in some other specified waters (see Fish Management Zone regulations pages 26 to 77).

The possession of live bait fish is prohibited. All bait fish kept must be killed immediately. Please do not kill more than needed because bait fish are important food for many sport fish.

Fish other than bait fish must be immediately released unharmed. Game fish such as perch must not be kept.

Seine nets may not be larger than 3 m in length and 2 m in depth. Minnow traps may not have dimensions greater than 60 cm in length

by 30 cm in width, depth or diameter. No more than 2 minnow traps may be used at one time. Minnow traps must bear the operator’s name, address and Sportfishing

Licence number. Crayfish cannot be used as bait. It is unlawful to possess live crayfish.

CrayfishCrayfish are native to the Beaver River system. However, they appear tohave been illegally introduced into many Alberta waters and may beadversely affecting aquatic ecosystems.Some people have expressed a desire to consume crayfish. In all watersother than the Beaver River, people may catch crayfish for consumption.Legal capture methods include angling (sportfishing regulations apply) orcatching them by hand. No licence is required to capture crayfish by hand.The retention and transport of live crayfish is illegal and all retainedcrayfish must be immediately killed to prevent the spread of this species.Please help prevent the spread of invasive species (see page 20).

Access to Fishing WatersAnglers are reminded that healthy fish populations, and our ability toaccess fishing areas, are contingent upon courtesy and responsible conducton the lands around them. It is the angler’s responsibility to know,understand, and abide by access conditions that apply when using andenjoying Alberta’s lands.Permission is always required before entering or crossing: Private land (from landowner) Indian reserves (from appropriate band council) Métis settlements (from appropriate Métis settlement association) Public land under agricultural or grazing leaseWhile recreational ‘foot’ access is generally acceptable on public land,anglers should be aware that: Fishing in the critical habitats offered by Alberta’s Wilderness and

Ecological Areas is prohibited under the Wilderness, Areas, EcologicalReserves and Natural Areas Act.

Off-highway vehicle access is prohibited in most provincial parks and provincial recreation areas.

Off-highway vehicle access may be limited or prohibited within counties, municipal districts or within special public land managementareas such as Forest Land Use Zones (FLUZ).

Special conditions, such as extreme fire hazard, may warrant additionaltemporary access conditions.

Access to Public Lease LandIn 2003, the Alberta Government passed legislation clarifying the rules forrecreational access on public lands leased for grazing and cultivation.While the new rules provide “reasonable access” on foot, as a recreationaluser you are required to contact the leaseholder prior to your visit, even ifyou are only crossing the land to get to a particular water body. ForestGrazing Allotments, such as those found in the forested area of thefoothills along the Eastern Slopes, are not affected by this legislation.

As a recreational user it is your responsibility to know if the land youwish to access is public land under agricultural lease. A web site(srd.alberta.ca) provides information on the location of agricultural publiclands, along with contact information. You can also call the local PublicLands and Forests Division office or a toll free hotline at 1-866-279-0023for more information.

Vessel RestrictionsThere are a variety of vessel restrictions in effect in Alberta that areadministered by Transport Canada. For more information, please consultthe federal Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations online at:http://laws.justice.gc.ca/eng/SOR-2008-120/

it is illegal to use live bait fish or crayfish as bait. it is illegal to set out or use bait to attract fish unless

the bait is attached to a hook used in angling. it is illegal to use scented lures or scented weights

where bait bans are in effect. discard live unused bait within its original

packaging inside a garbage receptacle.

REMEMBER!

ILLEGAL STOCKING OF FISHAlberta regulations prohibit the transfer of live game fishor live bait fish or crayfish from one water body toanother. The placing of any live fish or fish eggs into anywaters of the province other than those from which theywere taken is also prohibited. Report anyone you observerelocating live fish or using live fish for bait to the nearestFish and Wildlife Division office, or call Report A Poacher toll-free, 1-800-642-3800. The fishery resource that you areprotecting is your own.


Recommended Fish Consumption Limits for Fish Species in Alberta Water BodiesWater body Species Fish

Size>(lbs)*

Consumption Limit (servings per week) **

Wall - Walleye: Nrpk - Northern Pike: Gold - Goldeye: Ebtr - Eastern Brook Trout: Mtwh - Mountain Whitefish: Lkwh - Lake Whitefish: Lktr - Lake Trout:Saug - Sauger: Burb - Burbot1 lb = 454 grams ** 1 serving = 75 grams, 1/2 cup, 2.5 oz, or a piece of cooked fish that fits into the palm of your hand.“Women” refers to women of child-bearing age (15-49 years) and pregnant women. “Adult” refers to adults and children over 12 years.


Women Child 1-4 Child 5-11 Adult

Athabasca River (downstream Fort McMurray)Bow River (below Bassano Dam)Christina Lake (76-6-W4)

Chrystina (Windy) Lake (67-8-W5)Clearwater River (Northeast Alberta)

Edith Lake (13-67-10-W5)Edwards Lake (75-9-W4)Gregoire Lake (86-8-W4)Helena Lake (66-11-W4)Hilda Lake (63-3-W4Ironwood Lake (65-11-W4)Keho Lake (11-22-W4)

Lac La Nonne (57-3-W5)Lac Ste Anne (54-3-W5)Lake Newell (17-15-W4)

Little Bow River (upstream of Twin Valley Reservoir)Little Bow River (downstream of Twin Valley Reservoir)Milk River Ridge Reservoir (5-20-W4)

Moose Lake (61-7-W4)Muskeg River (82-4-W5)Muskwa Lake (82-5-W5)Namur Lake (97-17-W4)North Saskatchewan River

Oldman River (downstream Lethbridge)Pine Coulee Reservoir (14-28-W4)

Pine Lake (36-25-W4)

Red Deer River (downstream of Blindman River)

South Saskatchewan River (Blindloss Ferry and Medicine Hat)

Twin Valley Reservoir (15-26-W4)Willow Creek

Winefred Lake (75-4-W4)

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Mercury: Health Canada has set fish consumptionguidelines based on the concentration of mercury in fish tissue, and thehuman body's ability to eliminate mercury at a slow rate (see table). Most mercury accumulation in Alberta fish come from natural sources.

Dioxin and Furan: Toxic airborne substances from burning organics and waste-water discharges from industrial sites. Alberta Health andWellness has compiled fish consumption advisories for the waterbodies exposed to unsafe levels of contaminants. Recommended limits forBrook Trout: 1 serving/week for waters within 20 kms of Swan Hills; Burbot: only fillet portions from the Athabasca River downstream ofIron Point, the Wapiti, Cutbank, Kakwa, Smoky and Little Smoky rivers and tributaries. Mountain Whitefish: pregnant women and youngchildren should avoid, others should limit consumption to no more than 4 servings/week from the Wapiti, Cutbank, Kakwa, Simonette,Smoky and Little Smoky rivers and tributaries.For detailed information about fish consumption advisories, please contact Alberta Health and Wellness at (780) 427-4518.

ZONE 2 - PARKLAND-PRAIRIE

ZONE 1 - EASTERN SLOPES

Blairmore ........................................... 403-562-3289*Calgary .............................................. 403-297-6423Canmore ............................................. 403-678-2373Cardston ............................................. 403-653-5158Claresholm ......................................... 403-625-1450Cochrane ............................................ 403-932-2388Drayton Valley ................................... 780-542-6616*Edson ................................................ 780-723-8244Evansburg .......................................... 780-727-3635Fox Creek .......................................... 780-622-3421Grande Cache .................................... 780-827-3356Grande Prairie .................................... 780-538-5265High River ......................................... 403-652-8330Hinton ................................................ 780-865-8264Nordegg ............................................. 403-721-3965Olds ................................................... 403-556-4215Pincher Creek .................................... 403-627-1116*Rocky Mountain House................... 403-845-8230Sundre ............................................... 403-638-3805Valleyview ........................................ 780-524-3605Whitecourt ........................................ 780-778-7112

For further information about these regulations or other matters concerning fish or wildlife management, please contactthe sources listed below. For toll-free access within Alberta to most Alberta Government offices, call 310-0000.

Fish and Wildlife Division District Office Telephone NumbersOffice hours vary. Please contact individual office for hours of operation.

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Brooks ............................................... 403-362-1232Camrose ............................................. 780-679-1225Coronation ......................................... 403-578-3223Drumheller ........................................ 403-823-1670Edmonton .......................................... 780-427-3574Foremost ........................................... 403-867-3826Hanna ................................................ 403-854-5540Lethbridge ......................................... 403-381-5266Lloydminster ..................................... 780-871-6495Medicine Hat .................................... 403-529-3680Oyen .................................................. 403-664-3614Ponoka ............................................... 403-783-7093Provost .............................................. 780-753-2433*Red Deer ......................................... 403-340-5142Stettler ............................................... 403-742-7510Stony Plain (Spruce Grove) .............. 780-960-8190Strathmore.......................................... 403-934-3422Vegreville .......................................... 780-632-5410Vermilion ........................................... 780-853-8137Vulcan ............................................... 403-485-6971Wetaskiwin ........................................ 780-361-1250

*Area Office

Alberta Sustainable Resource DevelopmentInformation CentreEdmonton ....................................... 780-944-0313Email — [email protected] — srd.alberta.ca or albertaregulations.ca or mywildalberta.com

Fish and Wildlife DivisionHead Office Mailing AddressFisheries Management Branch,Alberta Sustainable Resource Development,Great West Life Building,9920 – 108 Street,Edmonton, Alberta T5K 2M4

Legislation is available at:Alberta Queen’s PrinterEdmonton, 10611 - 98 Avenue;Phone: (780) 427-4952 – www.qp.alberta.ca

Parks and Protected Areas – www.albertaparks.caInformation Line ...... (Toll Free) 1-866-427-3582

National Parks-Parks Canada ....... www.pc.gc.ca(Toll Free) 1-888-773-8888

ZONE 3 - NORTHERN BOREAL3NB

Athabasca ......................................... 780-675-2419Barrhead ........................................... 780-674-8236Bonnyville ........................................ 780-826-3142Cold Lake ......................................... 780-594-7876Fairview ............................................ 780-835-2737Fort Chipewyan ................................ 780-697-3511*Fort McMurray ................................ 780-743-7200Fort Vermilion ................................... 780-927-4488Grande Prairie ................................... 780-538-5265High Level ........................................ 780-926-2238High Prairie ....................................... 780-523-6521*Lac La Biche ................................... 780-623-5247Manning ............................................ 780-836-3065*Peace River ..................................... 780-624-6405Red Earth .......................................... 780-649-3853*Slave Lake ...................................... 780-849-7123Smoky Lake ...................................... 780-656-3556Spirit River ........................................ 780-864-4101St. Paul .............................................. 780-645-6313Swan Hills ......................................... 780-333-2229


MapsThe maps in this Guide aredesigned as references tohelp you identify thelocation of FishManagement Zones andWatershed Units. Theboundaries shown are in asmall scale and cannot beconsidered legally exact.Because of the size of theguide, it is not possibleto show complete detailfor all lakes and streams.Greater detail can beobtained from accessand topographic mapsthat are available fromvarious map dealersthroughout theprovince.

WatershedBoundariesThe boundary betweenWatershed Units is theheight of land thatdivides the twowatersheds, so thatwater on one sideflows one directionand water on theother side flows adifferent direction.“Watershed Unit”means the areadrained by a streamsystem, includingtributaries,described andillustrated on mapsin the followingsections of thisGuide. All lakes,reservoirs andponds within eachunit are included,whether or notthey are directlyconnected to thestream system.

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Fish management boundaries are based on three ecosystem zones as follows: the EasternSlopes, the Parkland-Prairie and the Northern Boreal. Each zone is divided into Watershed Unitsto expand on specific regulations established to meet water body and fish population needs.

ZONE 1 Eastern Slopes Zone on pages 26 to 44. ZONE 2 Parkland-Prairie Zone on pages 45 to 57.ZONE 3 Northern Boreal Zone on pages 57 to 76.


ZONE 1 consists of the mountains and foothills that form the “Eastern Slopes” along the Rocky Mountains from Montana to the Grande Prairieregion. Throughout this zone, tributary creeks flow into larger streams, which in turn are tributaries to major rivers. These watersheds, with theiralpine and foothills lakes, and their clear, cold rivers and tributaries, support numerous trout and mountain whitefish populations, as well as Arcticgrayling populations in the north. Sportfishing regulations are summarized for each of the following four Watershed Units: the Oldman and Bowrivers (ES1), the Red Deer and North Saskatchewan rivers (ES2), the Athabasca and Pembina rivers (ES3), and the Smoky River (ES4).

ES1 Watershed Unit RegulationsBAIT FISHING Fishing with bait in ES1 streams is NOT allowed except at

portions of a few rivers under “ES1 Lake and Stream Listings.” Fishing with bait in lakes is allowed at lakes without Bait Bans under

“Lake and Stream Listings”, or at general stocked trout waters listed on pages 8-10.

Fishing with Bait Fish (dead) is NOT allowed in ES1 except at the following waters:

Paine (Mami) Lake Lees Lake Ghost Reservoir Pine Coulee Reservoir

ES1 Site-Specific RegulationsThe names of most lakes and major streams appear alphabetically under“ES1 Lake and Stream Listings.” Smaller streams often are not listed, butmay be included in regulations as tributaries to lakes or larger streams.

LAKESA. For Trout-Stocked Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds in ES1 that are

named on page 8 under “Alberta’s Fish Stocking Program.” Open all year – Trout limit 5; bait, except bait fish, allowed.

B. For Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds listed and fish species listed under“ES1 Lake and Stream Listings” starting on this page. You must follow the regulations stated with each listing.

C. For other ES1 Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds not included under(A) or (B) and for fish species not mentioned at a listed lake. Open all year – Trout limit 5; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; (where present, Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3[no size limit]; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Bait, except bait fish, allowed.

STREAMSA. For Streams listed and fish species listed under “ES1 Lake and

Stream Listings” starting on this page. You must follow the regulations stated with each listing.

B. For other ES1 Streams, and tributaries, not included under (A) andfor fish species not mentioned at a listed stream. June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over

35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; (where present, Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 [no size limit]; Perchlimit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; (where present, Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 [no size limit]; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

ES1 Lake and Stream ListingsAster Lake (5-19-9-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Avalanche Lake (27-28-10-W5) July 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 30 – CLOSED

Bull Trout limit 0throughout Alberta.(see Bull TroutIndentification onpage 33).

EMERGENCY STREAM CLOSURESAlberta Sustainable Resource Development may announce short-term emergency stream closures in response to drought conditionsresulting in low stream flows and high water temperature.Sportfishing regulations at the affected streams or watersheds would besuspended, and fishing not allowed, for the duration of an emergencyperiod when announced by the department.

WATERSHED UNIT ES1 the Oldman River watershed upstream of Secondary Road 509near Coalhurst and the Bow River watershed upstream of Highway24 near Carseland.

1. Provincewide regulations on pages 16 to 22 apply to Watershed UnitES1. Additional restrictions are set out in this part.

2. Important Definitions appear on page 15.3. Limit: The number of fish you are allowed to keep while fishing at

a water body is equal to the ‘limit’ listed for each species or group of species at that water body.

4. Possession: The number of fish of each species you may possess at the end of a fishing trip, regardless of the number of days fished, is equal to a 1-day limit at the water body fished and includes fish stored at home.

5. All fish kept from Watershed Unit ES1 count as part of the provincewide maximum possession, which must not be exceeded (See Provincewide Maximum Possession page 18).

6. Ice-Fishing: Angling is not permitted through the ice: a) into beaver ponds or b) into flowing waters in ES1.

7. Bait Fishing: (see definition for bait on page 15).

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Barnaby Lake (32-4-3-W5) July 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 1 over 40

cm; Bait Ban Nov. 1 to July 15 – CLOSED

Barnaby Lake’s tributaries and outlet –CLOSED.

Bear Pond (36-14-4-W5) – Open all year – Arctic Graylinglimit 0; Bait Ban.

Bearspaw Reservoir Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Other Trout limit 1 under

35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait, except bait fish, allowed.

Beaver Mines Creek & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over

30 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Belly River upstream of Sec. Rd. 800 & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish

limit 0; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED.

downstream of Sec. Rd. 800 – River only June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over

35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only after Aug. 15.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed.

Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED Big Iron Lake (1-15-4-W5) – Open all year – Arctic Grayling limit 0;

Bait Ban.Blairmore Water Supply Reservoir on York Creek (34-7-4-W5)

– CLOSED.Boulton Creek July 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to July 15 – CLOSED

Bow River (see Map below) from Banff National Park downstream to Hwy 1 Bridge near

Canmore & tributaries except Canmore and Policeman creeks – Openall year. Apr. 1 to Mar. 31 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other trout limit 0;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only in the river from Aug. 16 to Oct. 31.

from Hwy 1 Bridge downstream to Pigeon Creek, & tributaries Apr. 1 to Sept. 30 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other trout limit 0;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only in the river from Aug. 16 to Sept. 30.

Oct. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED from Pigeon Creek downstream to the first dam below Hwy 1X

Bridge (near Seebe) including reservoir, & tributaries except the Kananaskis River – Open all year. Apr. 1 to Mar. 31 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other trout limit 0;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only in the river from Aug. 16 to Oct. 31.

from first dam below Hwy 1X downstream to Ghost Reservoir (notincluding the reservoir), & tributaries except Ghost River Apr. 1 to June 15 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Bait Ban June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 1 under 35 cm; Mountain

Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only in the river from Aug. 16 to Oct. 31.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED from (Ghost Dam) downstream to Bearspaw Reservoir (not

including the reservoir), & tributaries except Jumpingpound Creek Apr. 1 to June 15 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Bait Ban June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 1 under 35 cm; Mountain Whitefish

limit 5 over 30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only in theriver from Aug. 16 to Oct. 31.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED from Bearspaw Dam downstream to Western Headworks

Diversion (W.H.D.) Weir (including the Elbow River below Glenmore Reservoir). CLOSED Apr. 1 to May 31 and Oct. 1 to Nov. 30 June 1 to Sept. 30 and Dec. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout limit 1 under 35 cm;

All Trout over 35 cm must be released; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only in the river from Aug. 16 to Sept. 30.

from the Western Headworks Diversion (W.H.D.) Weirdownstream to the Carseland Weir (includes 500 m of the HighwoodRiver) but excluding all waters in the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary (see Inglewood Bird Sanctuary) – Open all year. Apr. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout limit 1 under 35 cm; All Trout over 35 cm

must be released; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. from Carseland Weir downstream to the Hwy 24 Bridge

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PORTION OF THE BOW RIVER COVERED BY SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

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CLOSED Apr. 1 to May 31 and Oct. 1 to Nov. 30 June 1 to Sept. 30 and Dec. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout limit 1 under 35 cm;

All trout over 35 cm must be released; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.

from Hwy 24 Bridge downstream to Bassano Dam, including Bassano Reservoir (Fish Management Zone 2, Watershed Unit PP1)– Open all year.

Apr. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout limit 1 under 35 cm; All Trout over 35 cm must be released; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Bait Ban.

Burns Lake (17-19-7-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Burstall Lakes (16-21-10-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Canmore Creek & tributaries Apr. 1 to Sept. 30 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Oct. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Canyon Creek & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Carbondale River & tributaries upstream from Lynx Creek and including Lynx Creek June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over


downstream from Lynx Creek June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over

35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Carnarvon Lake (30-16-6-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Castle River from Hwy 3 upstream to West Castle River & tributaries except

Mill, Beaver Mines, and Screwdriver creeks, and Carbondale River. June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over


upstream of confluence with West Castle River (See South Castle River)

Champion (Sunken) Lakes (26-21-5-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 1 over 40 cm; Bait Ban.

Chester Lake (26-21-10-W5) & tributaries & outlet July 1 to Oct. 31 – Northern Dolly Varden limit 2; Cutthroat Trout

limit 2 under 30 cm; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 30 – CLOSED

Cochrane Lake – (30-4-27-W4) Open all year – Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15.

Commonwealth Lake (29-21-10-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.

Crowsnest Lake – Open all year – Trout limit 5, but only 3 may be Lake Trout; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm.

Crowsnest Lake’s tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over

30 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Crowsnest River (see Map below) All tributaries to Crowsnest River, except Gold Creek June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over 30

cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

the river upstream of East Hillcrest Bridge including the section locally known as ‘Frank Lake’

June 16 to Aug. 15 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over30 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban.

Aug. 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over30 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait, except bait fish,allowed in river only.

Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED the river downstream of East Hillcrest Bridge to Lundbreck Falls

– Open all year. Apr. 1 to June 15 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Bait Ban. June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Slot-size limit 30 cm to 45 cm for

Cutthroat and Rainbow, only 1 may be longer than 45 cm and the other must be shorter than 30 cm, or both may be shorter; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over30 cm; Bait Ban.

the river between Lundbreck Falls and Hwy 3 Apr. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Slot-size limit 30 cm to 45 cm for

Cutthroat, Rainbow and Brown Trout, only 1 may be longer than45 cm and the other must be shorter than 30 cm, or both may be shorter; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban.

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Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait

Ban. the river between Hwy 3 and the Cowley

Bridge – Open all year. Apr. 1 to June 15 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish

limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Slot-size limit 30 cm to 45

cm for Cutthroat, Rainbow and Brown Trout, only 1 may be longer than 45 cm and the other must be shorter than 30 cm, or both may be shorter; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban.

downstream of Cowley Bridge (see Oldman Reservoir)East Scarpe Lake (13-3-3-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Elbow River from headwaters downstream to Elbow Falls (16-22-6-W5) &

tributaries except Quirk Creek. June 16 to Oct. 31 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

from Elbow Falls downstream to Canyon Creek – CLOSED from Canyon Creek downstream to Hwy 22 - River only June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED from Hwy 22 downstream to Glenmore Reservoir and tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over

35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm: Maggots are the only bait allowed and only in the river from Aug. 16 to Oct. 31.

Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED from Glenmore Reservoir downstream to Bow River CLOSED Apr. 1 to May 31 and Oct. 1 to Nov. 30 June 1 to Sept. 30 and Dec. 1 to Mar. 31– Trout limit 1 under 35 cm;

All Trout over 35 cm must be released; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only in the river from Aug. 16 to Sept. 30.

Fortress Lake (6-22-9-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2. Galatea Lakes (13-22-10-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Gap Lake (SW 20-24-09-W5) – Open all year – Brook Trout limit 2;

Other Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban.Ghost Reservoir Open all year – Trout limit 5; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm;

Bait allowed. (see General Regulations)Ghost River Wilderness Area (All waters) – CLOSEDGhost River (downstream of Ghost River Wilderness Area) &

tributaries except Waiparous Creek June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over

35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Gladstone Creek & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over


Glenmore Reservoir Open all year – Trout limit 5; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm;

Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15; Bait fish not allowed.Gold Creek & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other Trout limit 0;

Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Headwall Lakes (19,30-21-9-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Hidden Creek (tributary to the Oldman River) June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over

30 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to June 15 - CLOSED

Highwood River from headwaters downstream to Kananaskis Country Boundary &

tributaries (except Storm Creek) June 16 to Aug. 31 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other Trout limit 0;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other Trout limit 0;


from Kananaskis Country Boundary downstream to 500 m above the mouth & tributaries (except Sheep River). June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only in the river from Aug. 16 to Oct. 31.

Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED within 500 m of the mouth (See Bow River – the portion from the

Western Headworks Diversion [W.H.D.] Weir downstream to Carseland Weir.)

Hogarth Lakes (21-21-10-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 1 over 40 cm; Bait Ban.

Inglewood Bird Sanctuary (SE12-24-1-W5) – All waters, including back and side channels within the Bird Sanctuary and not including the main channel of the Bow River – CLOSED.

Invincible Lake (5-20-9-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Jumpingpound Creek & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other Trout limit 0;



Kananaskis River from headwaters downstream to Hwy 1 & tributaries except

Smith-Dorrien Creek Apr. 1 to June 15 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other Trout limit 0;

Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over

30 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other Trout limit 0;

Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

from Hwy 1 downstream to Bow River Apr. 1 to Mar. 31 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other Trout limit 0;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only from Aug. 16 to Oct. 31.

Lake of the Horns (11-17-7-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Lillian Lake (13-22-10-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Livingstone River & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Loomis Lake (21-17-7-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Lower Kananaskis Lake (35-19-9-W5) the portion north of a line drawn from the southernmost tip of the

peninsula in NE 11-20-9-W5 due west to the point where the line intersects the shoreline of the lake (the northwest bay) – CLOSED

the remainder of the lake – Open all year – Trout (except Bull Trout) limit 3; Cutthroat and Rainbow over 30 cm; Bait Ban.

Lys Lake (26-3-3-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Maude Lake (14-20-10-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Memorial Lake (6-23-9-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Mill Creek & tributaries except Gladstone and Whitney creeks June 16 to Aug. 31 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other Trout limit 0;

Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Mount Lorette Ponds (19-23-8-W5) - Open all year -Trout limit 2Mud Lake (22-21-10-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Odlum Lake (33-17-7-W5) Open all year – Trout limit 2.

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Oldman Reservoir – The boundaries for regulation differences betweenthe rivers and the reservoir have been fixed, regardless of water level fluctuations, as follows: the reservoir, including: the Crowsnest River downstream of the

Cowley Bridge, the Castle River downstream of Hwy 3 and the Oldman River downstream of Secondary Road 510. Open all year – Trout (except Bull Trout) limit 5; Mountain

Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait, except bait fish, allowed.NOTE: upstream of the Cowley Bridge – See Crowsnest River. upstream of Hwy 3 – see Castle River upstream of Sec. Rd. 510 – See Oldman River.

Oldman River from headwaters downstream to Racehorse Creek, & tributaries,

including Racehorse Creek (Livingstone River not included). June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over


from Racehorse Creek downstream to Hwy 22 – River only June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

from Hwy 22 downstream to Sec. Rd. 510 – River only Apr. 1 to June 15 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over



Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED downstream from Sec. Rd. 510 (see Oldman Reservoir) from Oldman Reservoir dam downstream to the Cottonwood

Campground Bridge (SE16-7-29-W4) – Open all year. Apr. 1 to June 15 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over

35 cm; Brown Trout over 40 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over30 cm; Bait Ban

Sept. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban from Cottonwood Campground Bridge (SE16-7-29-W4)

downstream to Sec. Rd. 509 – River only – Open all year. Apr. 1 to June 15 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Pike limit

3 (no size limit); Bait Ban June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over

35 cm; Brown Trout over 40 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Maggots are the only bait allowedand only from Aug. 16 to Oct. 31.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban

downstream from Sec. Rd. 509 – see Fish Management Zone 2, Watershed Unit PP1

Phillipps Lake (18-8-5-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Picklejar Lakes (16,17-18-6-W5) July 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2 Nov. 1 to June 30 – CLOSED

Pincher Creek & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over


Pine Coulee Reservoir Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait allowed. May 21 to Nov. 30 - open only between sunrise and sunset each day. Dec. 1 to Mar. 31 - open 24 hours a day.Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Policeman Creek & tributaries Apr. 1 to Sept. 30 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other Trout limit 0; Bait Ban.

Oct. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED Quarry Lake (29-24-10-W5) – Open all year –

Arctic Grayling limit 0; Bait Ban.Quirk Creek & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Rainy Ridge Lake (32-3-3-W5) July 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 1 over 40 cm; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to July 15 – CLOSED

Rainy Ridge Lake’s tributaries & outlet – CLOSED.Rawson Lake (11-19-9-W5) & tributaries & outlet July 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to July 15 – CLOSED

Ribbon Lake (19-22-9-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Romeril Lake (NE21-2-27-W4) – Open all year – Pike limit 3 (no size

limit); Perch limit 15.Rummel Lake (3-22-10-W5) & tributaries & outlet July 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 1 over 40 cm; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 30 – CLOSED

Running Rain Lake (7-18-7-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2 under 30 cm; Bait Ban.

Screwdriver Creek & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over


Shark Lake (NW1-22-11-W5) – Open all year; Trout limit 2.Sheep River from headwaters downstream to the bridge at Indian Oils

Day-use Site June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

from bridge at Indian Oils Day-use site downstream to Gorge Creek and tributaries (except Gorge Creek) - CLOSED

from Gorge Creek downstream to Highwood River – River only June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over



Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED Smith-Dorrien Creek & tributaries – CLOSEDSmuts Lakes (24-21-11-W5) & tributaries & outlet – Open all year –

Trout limit 1 over 40 cm; Bait Ban.South Castle River June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over


Southfork Lakes (29-4-3-W5) July 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 1 over 40 cm; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to July 15 – CLOSED

Southfork Lakes’ tributaries & outlet – CLOSED.Sparrow’s Egg Lake (6-20-8-W5) & tributaries & outlet July 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 1 over 50 cm; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 30 – CLOSED

Spray Lakes Reservoir – Open all year – Trout limit 5, but only 3 maybe Lake Trout; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait, except bait fish, allowed.

Spray Lakes Reservoir’s tributaries July 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over 30 cm;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 30 – CLOSED

Stenton Lake (35-25-10-W5) & tributaries & outlet – Open all year – Trout limit 1 over 40 cm; Bait Ban.

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TROUT IDENTIFICATION

BROOK TROUT

CUTTHROAT TROUT RAINBOW TROUT*BROWN TROUT

LAKE TROUTBULL TROUT

– pale haloes around black spots

– black markings on dorsal fin and tail notdeeply forked

– no haloes around black spots and ared-orange slash under the jaw

– no haloes around black spots and nored-orange slash under the jaw

– pale spots on dorsal fin and tail deeplyforked

– no spots or markings on dorsal fin

CHAR – NO BLACK SPOTS ON SIDES

Trout (true trout and char) – rayless, fleshy lobe on back behind dorsal fin (adipose fin) and small scales on body.

The following illustrates important characteristics for identifying common trout species. Alberta’s Fish Identification web site is found at srd.alberta.caor mywildalberta.com

* Golden Trout – resemble rainbow trout, but have black spots on sides mainly near tail (only occur in a few high mountain lakes).

TROUT – BLACK SPOTS ON SIDES

Storm Creek (18-7-W5) – CLOSED.Talus Lake (25-20-8-W5) – Open all year –

Trout limit 2.Three Isle Lake (23-19-10-W5) – Open all year –

Trout limit 2.Threepoint Creek & tributaries

June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over 30 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Tombstone Lake (13-20-8-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Upper Kananaskis Lake Open all year – Trout (except Bull Trout) limit 3; Cutthroat and

Rainbow over 30 cm; Bait Ban.Waiparous Creek & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Brook Trout limit 2; Other Trout limit 0;



Waterton Reservoir Open all year – Trout limit 5; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm;

Bait, except bait fish, allowed.Waterton River upstream of Waterton Reservoir & tributaries including Drywood Creek June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over

35 cm; Brown Trout over 40 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over30 cm; Bait Ban.


downstream of Waterton Reservoir – River only June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over


Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed.

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Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSEDWatridge Lake (11-22-11-W5) & tributaries & outlet July 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 30 – CLOSED

Wedge Pond (14-22-9-W5) – Open all year – Arctic Grayling limit 0; Bait Ban.

West Castle River & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Whitney Creek & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over


Window Mountain Lake (29-9-5-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Willow Creek & tributaries Main stem upstream of Pine Coulee Reservoir & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over


Main stem only downstream of Pine Coulee Reservoir Diversion Headpond

May 8 to Oct. 31 - Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over 30 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 15 - Trout limit and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Pike limit 0; Walleye limit 0; Bait Ban.

Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Bull Trout limit 0throughout Alberta.(see Bull TroutIndentification onthis page).

ES2 Watershed Unit RegulationsBAIT FISHING Fishing with bait in ES2 streams is NOT allowed except at portions

of a few rivers under “ES2 Lake and Stream Listings.” Fishing with bait in lakes is allowed at lakes without Bait Bans under


Fishing with Bait Fish (dead) is NOT allowed in ES2 except at the following waters:

Burnstick Lake Brazeau Reservoir Cow Lake Jackfish Lake Twin Lake




B. For Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds listed and fish species listedunder “ES2 Lake and Stream Listings” starting on this page. You must follow the regulations stated with each listing.

C. For other ES2 Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds not included under(A) or (B) and for fish species not mentioned at a listed lake. Open all year – Trout limit 5; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; (where present, Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3[no size limit]; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Bait, except bait fish, allowed.


Stream Listings” starting on this page.

You must follow the regulations stated with each listing.

B. For other ES2 Streams, and tributaries, notincluded under (A) and for fish species notmentioned at a listed stream. Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow

over 35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; (where present, Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 [no size limit]; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; (where present, Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 [no size limit]; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

ES2 Lake and Stream ListingsAbraham Lake (36-37-18-W5) - and all waters within the area of the

lake’s high water level – Open all year – Trout limit 5, but only 3 may be Lake Trout; Bull Trout limit 0; Cutthroat and Rainbow Trout over 30 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban.

Alford Creek & tributaries – Open all year. Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban.

Allstones Lake (30-38-17-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Baptiste River River only Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30

cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Tributaries – see “Site-Specific Regulations, Streams B.”Beaver Lake (16-35-6-W5) Apr. 1 to Nov. 30 – Trout limit 2, of which only 1 may be longer than

40 cm and only 1 may be shorter than 40 cm; Bait Ban. Dec. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Bighorn River & tributaries upstream of Crescent Falls June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

downstream of Crescent Falls June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat over 35 cm; Mountain

Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Blackstone River & tributaries upstream of Mons Creek including Mons Creek – CLOSED downstream of Mons Creek, & tributaries except Rundell Creek June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban.

BULL TROUT IDENTIFICATION

BROOK TROUT

NO BLACKPUT IT BACK!

Bull trout populations in Alberta declined mainly becauseof overharvest by anglers. No bull trout caught in anywaters may be kept. If you catch a bull trout, release itimmediately. You will be helping the recovery of thisimportant native fish. Remember, the bull trout is ourofficial provincial fish emblem. Study the pictures to the leftand learn how to recognize bull trout.Bull trout have no black spots on their dorsal fin.

BLACK SPOTS

BULL TROUTNO BLACK SPOTS

WATERSHED UNIT ES2 the Red Deer River watershed upstream of the Dickson Damwest of Innisfail and the North Saskatchewan River watershedupstream of Highway 22/39 near Drayton Valley.

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Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSEDBrazeau Canal (3-46-11-W5) – Open all year

– Pike limit 3 (no size limit). Brazeau Reservoir (12-46-12-W5)– Open all

year – Trout limit 5; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit).

Brazeau River upstream of the Forestry Trunk Road & tributaries except

Cardinal River June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat over 30 cm;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

downstream of the Forestry Trunk Road to the North Saskatchewan River

River only Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat over 35 cm; Mountain

Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED Tributaries excluding Blackstone River, Nordegg River and Unnamed

Creek in 4-45-16-W5 (see “Site-Specific Regulations” - “Streams B”)Burnstick Lake & tributaries upstream 1 km & outlet for 1 km

downstream (12-35-7-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 5. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Burnt Timber & North Burnt Timber creeks, & tributaries except Pinto Creek June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat over 30 cm; Mountain


Cardinal River & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31; Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Clear Creek – Open all year. Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Pike limit

3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.Clearwater River from headwaters downstream to Timber Creek – River only Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Tributaries from headwaters downstream to, and including Timber Creek – CLOSED.

from Timber Creek downstream to the Forestry Trunk Road(bridge situated in 5-35-09-W5) & tributaries except Elk Creek Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

from the Forestry Trunk Road (bridge situated in 5-35-09-W5) downstream to the North Saskatchewan River

River only Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Burbot limit 10; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only from Aug. 16 to Oct. 31.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED Tributaries except Alford Creek, Clear Creek and Prairie Creek – see

“Site-Specific Regulations, Stream B.”Cline River & tributaries except tributaries to Coral Lake, Lake of

Falls, Michele Lake and Pinto Lake

June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat over 30 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban.


Coral Lake (21-38-20-W5) Aug. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 1 over 35 cm; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to July 31 – CLOSED

Coral Lake’s tributaries & outlet for 1 km downstream – CLOSED.Cow Lake (12-38-8-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15; Pike limit 1 over

100 cm Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Dickson Trout Pond (13-35-03-W5) Open all year - Trout limit 5; Pike limit 3 (no size limit)

Dogpound Creek & tributaries Apr. 1 to June 15 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Brown Trout over 40 cm;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Dormer Lake (28-30-11-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Eagle Lake (11-32-11-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Elk Creek (33-35-12-W5) & tributaries Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Elk River & tributaries Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30

cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Pike limit

3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Entry Lake (18-36-18-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Fall Creek & tributaries upstream of the falls at (11-31-37-11-W5) June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat over 35 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

downstream of the falls at (11-31-37-11-W5) - CLOSEDFallentimber Creek & tributaries Apr. 1 to June 15 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Brown Trout over 40 cm;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Fiesta Lake (LS 15 of 12-35-6-W5) Apr. 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Apr. 15 – CLOSED

Gap Lake (5-39-13-W5) Dec. 1 to Sept. 30 – Trout limit 2. Oct. 1 to Nov. 30 – CLOSED

Gleniffer (Reservoir) Lake (30-35-2-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3(no size limit).

Gosling Lake (14-44-6-W5)– Open all year – Pike limit 0; Perch limit 15.Ice Lake (13-31-12-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Ironside Pond (7-38-7-W5) Apr. 16 to Oct. 31 - Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Apr. 15 – CLOSED

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Jackfish Lake (6-41-11-W5) & tributaries& outlet downstream 1 km May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike

limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 5. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

James River & tributaries Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit

5 over 30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSEDJob (Wilson or Blue) Lake (20-39-20-W5) & tributaries & outlet

for 1.5 km downstream – CLOSED.Kinglet Lake (35-35-18-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban.Lake of Falls (10-36-19-W5) July l to Oct. 31 – Cutthroat limit 2; Bull Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 30 – CLOSED

Lake of Falls’ tributaries & outlet for 1.5 km downstream July l to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat limit 2 over 30 cm; Bull

Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to June 30 – CLOSED

Landslide Lake (7-36-18-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2.Little Red Deer River from headwaters downstream to Twp. Rd. 352 (Cottonwood Road)

& tributaries except Dogpound Creek Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Pike limit

3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

downstream of Twp. Rd. 352 – see Fish Management Zone 2, Watershed Unit PP2.

Lost Guide Lake (9-34-14-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 2Lynx Creek & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat over 35 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Michele Lakes (2,11-36-20-W5) – locally known as Upper and Lower Michele lakes Aug. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 1 over 35 cm; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to July 31 – CLOSED

Michele Lake’s (Upper and Lower) tributaries – CLOSED.Muskiki Lake (NW 5-45-20-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; but

Cutthroat limit 1 only; Cutthroat over 40 cm; 5 may be Brook Trout . Dec. 16 to Oct. 31 – Bait Ban.

Nordegg River River only Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30

cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Tributaries Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Pike

limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

North Prairie Creek & tributaries Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Pike

limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

North Ram River & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

North Raven (Stauffer Creek) River – Open all year. Apr. 1 to June 15 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Pike

limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Brown Trout over 40 cm and

Brook Trout over 30 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.

North Saskatchewan River from headwaters downstream to Abraham Lake, & tributaries,

including tributaries to Abraham Lake, except Cline River and Siffleur River Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over 30 cm;

Mountain Whitefish 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

from Bighorn Dam downstream to Hwy 22/39 (near Drayton Valley) River only Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat Trout over 35 cm;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye and Sauger limit 3; Walleye over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Lake Sturgeon limit 0; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only from Aug. 16 to Oct. 31.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED Tributaries except Baptiste River, Bighorn River, Brazeau River,

Clearwater River, Ram River, Wolf Creek and Washout Creek – see“Site-Specific Regulations, Streams B.”

downstream of Highway 22/39 – see Fish Management Zone 2, Watershed Unit PP2.

Obstruction Lakes (6-40-20-W5) July 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2. Nov. 1 to June 30 – CLOSED

Obstruction Lakes’ tributaries & outlet for 1.5 km downstream July l to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 30 – CLOSED

Phyllis Lake (17-36-7-W5) – Open all year. Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15Pinto Creek (35-29-10-W5) & tributaries (tributary to North Burnt

Timber Creek) – CLOSEDPinto Lake (25-36-21-W5) & tributaries & outlet for 1.5 km

downstream – CLOSEDPrairie Creek upstream of North Fork Road & tributaries Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish 5 over 30 cm;

Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

downstream of North Fork Road the portion between Vetch Creek and Swan Creek Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Pike limit

3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

the remainder of Prairie Creek Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Walleye

limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Tributaries except Swan Creek Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish 5 over 30 cm;


Ram River from headwaters downstream to Ram Falls & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

from Ram Falls downstream to Fall Creek River only June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Tributaries except North Ram River and Fall Creek

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June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat over 35 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

downstream of Fall Creek, & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat over 35 cm; Mountain


Raven Rearing Station (SW5-36-5-W5) (all waters within) – CLOSED.Raven River River only Apr. 1 to June 15 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Walleye

limit 0; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Brown Trout over 40 cm;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED Tributaries except North Raven River – see “Site-Specific

Regulations, Streams B.”Red Deer River from headwaters downstream to the Forestry Trunk Road &

tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

from Forestry Trunk Road downstream to Gleniffer (Reservoir) Lake River only Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over 35 cm;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Maggots are the only bait allowed and only fromAug. 16 to Oct. 31.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED Tributaries except Raven River, Burnt Timber Creek, Fallentimber

Creek – see “Site-Specific Regulations, Streams B.” downstream of the Dickson Dam – see Fish Management Zone 2,

Watershed Unit PP2.Resolute Lake & tributaries and outlet (13-35-19-W5) Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Ruby Lakes (22,27-44-22-W5) June 1 to Oct. 31 – Cutthroat Trout limit 0; Brown Trout limit 2;

Bait Ban Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED

Rundell Creek (27-44-15-W5) & tributaries – CLOSED.Siffleur River & tributaries – CLOSED.Siffleur Wilderness Area (All waters) – CLOSED.South Ram River (see Ram River) Swan Creek & tributaries downstream for 2 km below Swan Lake Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

the remainder including tributaries toSwan Lake Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain

Whitefish 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish

limit 0; Bait Ban Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Swan Lake (26-36-9-W5) June 16 to Sept. 15 – Trout limit 1 (no size limit); Pike limit 3 (no

size limit); Bait Ban. Sept. 16 to Oct. 31 – CLOSED Nov. 1 to Jan. 15 – Trout limit 1 over 70 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size

limit); Bait Ban. Jan. 16 to June 15 – CLOSED

Tay Lake (5-36-8-W5) Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15.Timber Creek (18-34-12-W5) & tributaries – CLOSEDTwin Lake (5-36-8-W5) Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15.Unnamed Creek (4-45-16-W5) & tributaries (tributary to BrazeauRiver) – CLOSEDUnnamed Lake, inlets, outlet and tributaries to outlet in 30, 31-44-17-W5 (tributary to Brown Creek) – CLOSEDVetch Creek & tributaries Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish 5 over 30 cm;


Washout Creek & tributaries – Open all year – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.

White Goat Wilderness Area (All waters) – CLOSED.Wolf (Rose) Creek & tributaries – Open all year – Trout limit 2;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.

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WATERSHED UNIT ES3 the Athabasca River watershed upstream of Secondary Road658 near Whitecourt, and the Pembina River watershed upstreamof Highway 43 near Sangudo.



of a few rivers under “ES3 Lake and Stream Listings.” Fishing with bait in lakes is allowed at lakes without Bait Bans under


Fishing with Bait Fish (dead) is NOT allowed in ES3 except at thefollowing waters:





C. For other ES3 Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds not included under(A) or (B) and for fish species not mentioned at a listed lake. Open all year – Trout limit 5; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30

cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 Apr. 1 to June 15 and Sept. 1 to Mar. 31); Bait, except bait fish, allowed.



B. For other ES3 Streams, and tributaries, not included under (A) andfor fish species not mentioned at a listed stream. June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 2; Rainbow

over 25 cm; Arctic Grayling over 35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5over 30 cm; (where present, Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; (where present, Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Bait Ban.


ES3 Lake and Stream ListingsAthabasca River upstream of Sec. Rd. 658 near Whitecourt to Brule Lake near

Jasper National Park Boundary – River only Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 2; Rainbow over

30 cm; Arctic Grayling over 35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Maggotsare the only bait allowed and only after Aug. 15.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Rainbow over 30 cm; Arctic Grayling limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED downstream of Sec. Rd. 658 – see Fish Management Zone 3,

Watershed Unit NB2.Bear Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch


Berland River upstream of Hwy 40 & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 2; Rainbow

over 25 cm; Arctic grayling over 35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED downstream of Hwy 40 – River only Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 2; Rainbow over

30 cm; Arctic Grayling over 35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only after Aug. 15.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Rainbow over 30 cm; Arctic Grayling limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSEDBeta Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15.Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Bigoray River & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish

limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Blue Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake

Whitefish limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Busby Lake (6-51-1-W6) – Open all year – Trout limit 0.Cache Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Chip Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Deerlick Creek (23-48-23-W5) & tributaries – CLOSED

Bear Lake Horseshoe Lake Bigfour Lake Jarvis Lake Blue Lake

Long Lake Cache Lake Minnow Lake Chip Lake Shiningbank Lake

Graveyard Lake Tiecamp Lake Gregg Lake Wolf Lake Fickle Lake


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Dismal Creek & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling

and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Embarras River & tributaries except Erith River June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and


Erith River & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 2; Rainbow

over 25 cm; Arctic Grayling over 35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban.


Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSEDEta Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit). Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Eunice Creek (23-48-23-W5) & tributaries – CLOSEDFickle Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Fickle Lake’s tributaries & outlet June 16 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm;

Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct 31).

Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSEDGraveyard Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Gregg Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Lake


Gregg River & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish


Horseshoe Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Jarvis Creek, headwaters to Wildhay River, & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Rainbow, Arctic Grayling and Mountain

Whitefish limit 0; Brown Trout limit 2; Walleye limit 0; Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSEDJarvis Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Lac Des Roche (13-47-24-W5) – CLOSEDLittle McLeod (Pegasus) Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Lobstick River & tributaries the portion upstream of Chip Lake, including tributaries to Chip Lake June 16 to Oct. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 0; Pike limit 3 (no size

limit); Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

the portion from Chip Lake downstream to the Pembina River June 16 to Oct. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 0; Mountain Whitefish

limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSEDLong Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Lovett Lake (10-47-19-W5) Open all year - Trout limit 1 over 40 cm; Bait Ban.

Luscar Creek – CLOSEDMacKenzie Creek & tributaries – CLOSEDMcLeod (Carson) Lake’s tributaries – CLOSEDMcLeod River from headwaters downstream to Whitehorse Creek (near Cadomin)

& tributaries – CLOSED from Whitehorse Creek (near Cadomin) downstream to Hwy 47

– River only Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Rainbow over 30 cm; Arctic

Grayling limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 0; Mountain

Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

from Hwy 47 downstream to Athabasca River – River only Apr. 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 2; Rainbow over

30 cm; Arctic Grayling over 35 cm; Mountain Whitefish 5 over30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Maggotsare the only bait allowed and only after Aug. 15.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Rainbow over 30 cm; Arctic Grayling limit 0; Mountain Whitefish 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSEDMillers Lake (8-53-19-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 5.Minnow Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20– CLOSED

Minnow Lake’s tributaries & outlet June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31).

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDMoose Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Mystery Lake (24-48-26-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 0.Obed Lake (11-53-22-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15.Pegasus Lake (See Little McLeod Lake)Pembina River from to headwaters downstream to Hwy 40 (24-46-19-W5) &

tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Rainbow over 25 cm; Arctic

Grayling limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban.

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Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED from Hwy 40 downstream to Sec. Rd. 753 (near Lodgepole) and

tributaries (excluding Dismal and Rat Creeks) Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 2; Rainbow over 30 cm; Arctic

Grayling limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only after Aug. 15.

Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED from Sec. Rd. 753 downstream to Hwy 43 (near Sangudo)

– River only June 1 to Oct. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit

5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Bait allowed.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED downstream of Highway 43 (near Sangudo) – see Fish Management

Zone 3, Watershed Unit NB2.Pit 24 Lake (15,16, NE4-47-19-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 1

over 40 cm; Bait Ban.Pit 35, 45 Lakes (24-46-19-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 1 over

40 cm; Bait Ban.Pit 44 Lake (SW 35-46-19-W5) – CLOSEDRat Creek & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish


Rock Lake (52-2-W6) May 21 to Sept. 15 – Trout limit 5, but only 3 may be Lake Trout and

Lake Trout must be over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 16 to May 20 – CLOSED

Shiningbank Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Shiningbank Lake’s tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2 over 25 cm; Arctic Grayling limit

2 over 35 cm; Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 5. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Walleye limit 0; Pike

limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 5. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Silkstone Lake (9-47-19-W5) - Open all year - Trout limit 1 over40 cm; Bait Ban.

Sphinx Lake (NE 6-48-19-W5) – CLOSEDSinkhole Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit) Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Sundance Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDUnnamed (Ash) Lake (14-60-15-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size

limit). Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Jackfish) Lake (29-52-15-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit). Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Peanut) Lake (09-55-15-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size

limit). Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Tie Camp) Lake (19-55-15-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit). Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Whitemud) Lake (01-53-20-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit). Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed Lake (23-50-17-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit). Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED



Wampus Creek & tributaries – CLOSEDWildhay River & tributaries except Jarvis Creek June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish


Windfall Creek & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish


Wolf Lake (SE 12-49-15-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch


Wolf Lake’s tributaries & outlet June 16 to Aug. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm; Walleye

limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Arctic Grayling and Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1

over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Zeta Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit). Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

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WATERSHED UNIT ES4 the Smoky River watershed upstream of the 21st Base Line,

and the Albright Creek watershed.



of a few rivers under “ES4 Lake and Stream Listings.” Fishing with Bait Fish (dead) in streams is NOT allowed in ES4 except

at portions of the Smoky and Little Smoky Rivers. Fishing with bait, including bait fish (dead) in lakes is allowed, except

at lakes listed with Bait Bans under “ES4 Lake and Stream Listings.”


LAKESA. For Trout Stocked Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds in ES4 that are

named on page 8 under “Alberta’s Fish Stocking Program.” Open all year – Trout limit 5; bait allowed.


C. For other ES4 Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds not included under(A) or (B) and for fish species not mentioned at a listed lake. Open all year – Trout limit 5; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30

cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 Apr. 1 to May 31 and Sept. 1 to Mar. 31); Bait, including bait fish, allowed.



B. For other ES4 Streams, and tributaries, not included under (A) andfor fish species not mentioned at a listed stream. June 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 2; Arctic

Grayling over 35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; (where present, Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm;Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; (where present, Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED

ES4 Lake and Stream ListingsA La Peche Lake (55-6-W5) June 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 5, but 0 may be Bull Trout; only 2

may be Rainbow Trout or 5 may be Brook Trout; Rainbow over30 cm; Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDBear Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Perch limit 15.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDCrooked Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Deep Valley Creek & tributaries June 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish

limit 0; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED

Goose Lake (69-24-W5) – Open all year – Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15.

Grizzly Creek (tributary to Copton Creek) – CLOSED Horse Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Iosegun Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 2 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Iosegun Lake’s tributaries June 1 to Oct. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic

Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct 31); Walleye limit 2 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDJerry Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Joachim Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Kakwa River & tributaries except Lynx Creek June 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish


Little Smoky River from headwaters downstream to Pass Creek Railroad Bridge

(4-61-20-W5) & tributaries June 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish


from the Pass Creek Railroad Bridge (4-61-20-W5) downstream to the Little Smoky Crossing (Hwy 43) & tributaries June 1 to Aug. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 2; Arctic Grayling over 35 cm;

Bull Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish


downstream of Little Smoky Crossing (Hwy 43) – River only June 1 to Aug. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm; Bull Trout

limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Bait allowed.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Bait allowed.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDLittle Crooked Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED


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CLOSEDMeekwap Lake

May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDMuskeg River & tributaries

upstream of Falls (SE 19-57-06-W6) June 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 5, but 0 may be Bull Trout, only 2

may be Rainbow Trout or 5 may be Brook Trout; Rainbow over30 cm; Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED downstream of Falls (SE 19-57-06-W6) June 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 5, but 0 may be

Bull Trout, only 2 may be Rainbow Trout and Arctic Graylingcombined or 5 may be Brook Trout; Rainbow over 30 cm; Arctic Grayling over 35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDPierre Greys Lake (Lower: MacDonald Lake) (7-57-4-W6) -

Open all year - Trout limit 1 over 40 cm; Bait Ban.Preston Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Raspberry Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15 Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Simonette River & tributaries except Deep Valley Creek June 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 2, Arctic

Grayling over 35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDSinclair Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 (no size limit).Smoke Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 2 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Smoke Lake’s tributaries June 1 to Oct. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic

Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Walleye limit 2 over 50 cm;Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDSmoky River from headwaters downstream to Hwy 43 (formerly Hwy 34) &

tributaries except Kakwa River and Muskeg River June 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 2, Arctic


Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefishlimit 0; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED from Hwy 43 (formerly Hwy 34) downstream to 21st Base Line River only June 1 to Oct. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic

Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm;Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Bait allowed.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED downstream of 21st Base Line – see Fish Management Zone 3,

Watershed Unit NB3.Snipe Lake Open all year - Walleye limit 2 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 55 cm;

Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

ES4 Oct. 1 to Dec. 31 – Open only between sunrise and sunset of each

day; hook size must not measure more than 10 mm from point to shaft – see hook size on page 15.

Jan. 1 to Sept. 30 - open 24 hours a daySnipe Lake’s tributaries & outlet downstream for 1 km June 1 to Oct. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic

Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Walleye limit 2 over 43 cm;Pike limit 3 over 55 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED South Two Lake (7-62-12-W6) – Open all year – Trout limit 5.South Two Lake’s tributaries and outlet downstream to Stetson

Creek – CLOSED.Sturgeon Lake Open all year as follows: Apr. 1 to Sept. 30 and Jan. 16 to Mar. 31 – Open 24 hrs. a day. Oct. 1 to Jan. 15 – Open only between sunrise and sunset of each

day; hook size must not measure more than 10 mm from point to shaft – see hook size page 15.

Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 5; Lake Whitefish limit 5; Burbot limit 10; Walleye limit 1 over 43 cm.

Torrens River & tributaries June 1 to Oct. 31- Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish


Unnamed (Sides) Lake (01-60-21-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (South) Lake (04-60-22-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed Lake (29-59-21-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Wapiti River June 1 to Aug. 31 – Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 2, Arctic


Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over63 cm; Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDWilson Lake (68-07-W6) – Open all year – Pike limit 3 (no size limit);

Perch limit 15.


ZONE 2 consists approximately of the southeastern quarter of the province, east of Highway 2 from the Montana border to the NorthSaskatchewan River. Four major rivers that start in the mountains flow through the Parkland-Prairie. For most of the summer, these riversare large, silty and warm. Shallow lakes and reservoirs are also found in the Parkland-Prairie. The most common game fish of the zoneare yellow perch, northern pike and lake whitefish, although walleye have been introduced into several reservoirs. Rainbow trout arestocked into many ponds and small reservoirs throughout the Parkland-Prairie. Sportfishing regulations are separated into WatershedUnits for the Milk and South Saskatchewan rivers, including portions of the Oldman and Bow rivers (PP1), and the Red Deer, Battle andNorth Saskatchewan rivers (PP2).

STURGEONSPORTFISHINGNo Sturgeon Fishing Licenceswill be issued. Harvestopportunities have been suspended until stocks recover. LakeSturgeon limit 0 for all waters in the province.

PP1 Watershed Unit RegulationsBAIT FISHING Fishing with bait, including bait fish, in PP1 lakes and streams is

allowed except at locations listed with Bait Bans under “PP1 Lake and Stream Listings.”

NOTE: Most lakes, reservoirs, streams and canals in PP1 areCLOSED from March 16 to May 7.

PP1 Site-Specific RegulationsThe names of most lakes and major streams appear alphabetically under“PP1 Lake and Stream Listings.” Smaller streams often are not listed, butmay be included in regulations as tributaries to lakes or larger streams.

LAKESA. For Trout-Stocked Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds in PP1 that are


B. For Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds listed and fish species listedunder “PP1 Lake and Stream Listings” starting on this page. You must follow the regulations stated with each listing.

C. For other PP1 Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds not included under(A) or (B) and for fish species not mentioned at a listed lake. Open all year – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm;

Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; (where present, Trout limit 5; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm);Bait allowed.

STREAMSA. For Streams and canals listed and fish species listed under “PP1

Lake and Stream Listings” starting on this page. You must follow the regulations stated with each listing.

B. For other PP1 Streams, canals and tributaries, not included under(A) and for fish species not mentioned at a listed stream. May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye and Sauger limit 3; Walleye over 50 cm;

Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; (where present, Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10); Bait allowed.


PP1 Lake and Stream ListingsBadger Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake

Whitefish limit 10. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

EMERGENCY STREAM CLOSURESAlberta Sustainable Resource Development may announce short-term emergency stream closures in response to drought conditionsresulting in low stream flows and high water temperature.Sportfishing regulations at the affected streams or watersheds would besuspended, and fishing not allowed, for the duration of an emergencyperiod when announced by the department.

1. Provincewide regulations on pages 16 to 22 apply to Zone 2. Additional restrictions are set out in this part.



4. Possession: The number of fish of each species you may possess at the end of a fishing trip, regardless of the number of days fished, is equal to a 1-day limit at the water body fished and includes fish stored at home.

5. In these regulations, a Lake Whitefish limit includes Cisco (tullibee).6. In these regulations, a Goldeye limit includes Mooneye.7. A zero bag limit has been implemented for all Sturgeon fishing in

Alberta. 8. All fish kept from Zone 2 count as part of the provincewide

possession, which must not be exceeded (see Provincewide Maximum Possession page 18).



WATERSHED UNIT PP1 the Milk River watershed, and the South Saskatchewan Riverwatershed upstream to Secondary Road 509 on the Oldman Rivernear Coalhurst, including the St. Mary River watershed, andupstream to Highway 24 on the Bow River near Carseland.


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Battle Creek (8-1-W4) & tributaries June 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Apr. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED

Bassano Reservoir (see Bow River – theportion from Hwy 24 downstream to Bassano Dam)

Bow River upstream of Hwy 24 Bridge (downstream side) to

Carseland Weir (Fish Management Zone 1, Watershed Unit ES1). CLOSED – Apr. 1 to May 31 and Oct. 1 to Nov. 30 June 1 to Sept. 30 and Dec. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout limit 1 under 35 cm;

All Trout over 35 cm must be released; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban

from Hwy 24 Bridge downstream to Bassano Dam, including Bassano Reservoir – Open all year Apr. 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout limit 1 under 35 cm; All Trout over 35 cm

must be released; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Bait Ban.

from Bassano Dam downstream to South Saskatchewan River May 8 to Mar. 15 – Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Walleye and Sauger limit 3; Walleye over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Lake Sturgeon limit 0;Bait allowed.

Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSEDBrooks Aquaduct Pond (15-18-14-W6) – Open all year – Trout limit

5; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 5.Bullhead Reservoir (28-8-4-W4), including outlet (Bullshead Creek)

downstream to Eagle Butte Rd. Bridge. Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 1 over 50 cm; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Cann (Gun Club) Lake (17-19-14-W4) May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Carseland Irrigation Canal between McGregor Lake and the drop structure situated 1 km upstream of Sec. Rd. 542. May 8 to Sept. 30 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Oct. 1 to Nov. 30 – CLOSED Dec. 1 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Chestermere Lake May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Chin (Lakes) Reservoir – see Stafford Reservoir.Corner Lake – Open all year - Pike limit 3 (no size limit).Cowoki Lake May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake

Whitefish limit 10. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

CPR Lake – Open all year - Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15.Crawling Valley Reservoir, including the Crawling Valley InletCanal downstream of the canal headworks (Little Dam) (3-21-18-

W4) – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. May 8 to Nov. 30 – Open only between sunrise and sunset each day. Dec. 1 to Mar. 15 – Open 24 hrs. a day. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Cross Coulee Reservoir (5-20-W4) – Open all year – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

Eagle Lake May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; Perch limit 15; Burbot limit 10. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Elkwater Lake May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Fincastle Lake May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 1 over 55 cm; Pike limit 3 (no

size limit); Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Forty Mile Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 1 over 55 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Graburn Creek (8-1-W4) & tributaries June 1 to Mar. 31 – Trout limit 0; Bait Ban. Apr. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED

Hays-Grantham Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Henderson Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15.

Horsefly (Lake) Reservoir – Open all year - Walleye limit 1 over55 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15.

Interlake (Johnson Lake) (16-19-15-W4) May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

J Reservoir (33-17-13-W4) May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Jamison Lake (16-19-14-W4) May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Jensen Reservoir (4-22-W4) May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size

limit); Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Keho Lake May 8 to Nov. 30 and Mar. 1 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit

3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Dec. 1 to Feb. 28 – Walleye limit 1 over 55 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Kitsum Reservoir (17-15,16-W4) May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Lee Creek & tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over 30 cm;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Bait Ban Nov. 1 to June 15 - CLOSED

Lethbridge University Pond – Open all year - Pike limit 3 (no size limit).

Little Bow Reservoir & Inlet Canal May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 1 over 55 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Little Bow River from Twin Valley Reservoir Dam downstream to Rge. Rd. 252 May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 0; Bait Ban. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Lost Lake – Open all year - Pike limit 3 (no size limit).Magrath Children’s Pond – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Pike limit 3

(no size limit).Marsh Lake– Open all year - Pike limit 3 (no size limit).McGregor Lake Reservoir – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm;

Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. May 8 to Nov. 30 – Open only between sunrise and sunset of each day. Dec. 1 to Mar. 15 – Open 24 hrs. a day Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

PP1


Medicine Hat College Pond May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit). Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Milk River & tributaries May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye and Sauger limit 3; Walleye over 50 cm;

Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Burbot limit 10; Bait allowed.

Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSEDMilk River Ridge Reservoir and upstream on the inlet canal tothe first drop structure May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 1 over 55 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Murray (Lake) Reservoir (10-7,8-W4) May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Newell Lake – including the inlet canal downstream of the Bow Slope turnout structure (NE32-16-15-W4) – Open all year. Mar. 16 to May 7 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 0; Perch limit 15;

Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Bait Ban. May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 0 – except the holder of a Special

Fish Harvest Licence and tags may retain walleye of a size, number and at the times specified on the licence; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Bait allowed.

Nicholas Sheran Park Pond – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Pikelimit 3 (no size limit).

Oldman River upstream of Sec. Rd. 509 – see Fish Management Zone 1, Watershed

Unit ES1. from Sec. Rd. 509 downstream to South Saskatchewan River &

tributaries except St. Mary River May 8 to Mar. 15 – Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye

and Sauger limit 3; Walleye over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Lake Sturgeon limit 0; Bait allowed.

Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED Park Lake May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Picture Butte Reservoir – Open all year - Pike limit 3 (no size limit).Police (Outpost) Lake (8-1-26-W4) Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size

limit); Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Rattlesnake Reservoir – see Sauder Reservoir.Raymond Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit). Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Raymond Sugar Factory Pond – Open all year - Pike limit 3 (no size limit).

Red Deer River – see Fish Management Zone 2; Watershed Unit PP2.Reed Lake May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Riverstone Pond - Open all year – Trout limit 5.Rock Lake (20-15-W4) May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Rolling Hills Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 0 - except the holder of a Special

Fish Harvest Licence and tags may retain walleye of a size, number and at the times specified on the licence; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.


Sauder (Rattlesnake) Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 3 over

50 cm; Pike limit 3 over63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSEDScope Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15;

Lake Whitefish limit 10. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Shanks Lake May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Shays Reservoir – Open all year - Pike limit 3 (no size limit).Sherburne Lake Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Snake Lake (19-17-W4) May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

South Saskatchewan River May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye and Sauger limit 3; Walleye over 50 cm;

Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Lake Sturgeon limit 0; Bait allowed.

Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSEDSpruce Coulee – Open all year – Trout limit 5.Stafford Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


St. Mary Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


St. Mary River upstream of St Mary Reservoir & tributaries except Lee Creek June 16 to Aug. 31 – Trout limit 2; Cutthroat and Rainbow over

35 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.

Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout and Mountain Whitefish limit 0; Pikelimit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED downstream of St Mary Reservoir & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31- Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Maggots are the only bait allowed and only from Aug. 16 to Oct. 31.


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WATERSHED UNIT PP2 the Red Deer River watershed downstream of the Dickson Damwest of Innisfail, the Battle River watershed, and the NorthSaskatchewan River watershed downstream of Highway 22/39near Drayton Valley, excluding tributary watersheds entering on theleft (north) bank downstream of Highway 38 near Redwater (NOTE:The boundary between the Parkland-Prairie and Northern Boreal zones follows the north terrace and river break along the NorthSaskatchewan River valley).

PP2 Watershed Unit RegulationsBAIT FISHING Fishing with bait, including bait fish, in PP2 lakes and streams is

allowed except at locations listed with Bait Bans under “PP2 Lake and Stream Listings.”

PP2 Site-Specific RegulationsThe names of most lakes and major streams appear alphabetically under“PP2 Lake and Stream Listings.” Smaller streams often are not listed, butmay be included in regulations as tributaries to lakes or larger streams.

LAKESA. For Trout-Stocked Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds in PP2 that are


B. For Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds listed and fish species listedunder “PP2 Lake and Stream Listings” starting on this page. You must follow the regulations stated with each listing.

C. For other PP2 Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds not included under(A) or (B) and for fish species not mentioned at a listed lake. Open all year – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm;

Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; (where present, Trout limit 5; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm); Bait allowed.

STREAMSA. For Streams listed and fish species listed under “PP2 Lake and


B. For other PP2 Streams, and tributaries, not included under (A) andfor fish species not mentioned at a listed stream. May 15 to Mar. 31 – Walleye and Sauger limit 3; Walleye over

50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; (where present, Trout limit 2; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10); Bait allowed.

Apr. 1 to May 14 – CLOSED

PP2 Lake and Stream ListingsAlix Lake (35-39-23-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Arm Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Ashland Reservoir (20-49-3-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15; Pike limit 0.

Barnes (Clear) Lake & tributaries upstream for 1 km & outlet downstream for 1 km May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Battle Lake the portion west of the west boundary of section 22-46-2-W5, all

tributaries & the outlet downstream to Sec. Rd. 771 June 1 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


the remainder of the lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Battle River from Battle Lake downstream to Sec. Rd. 771 (see Battle Lake) from Sec. Rd. 771 downstream to Sec. Rd. 855May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

from Sec. Rd. 855 downstream to the Forestburg Reservoir (see Forestburg Reservoir)

downstream of the Forestburg Reservoir (ATCO Generating Dam) & tributaries

STURGEONSPORTFISHINGNo Sturgeon Fishing Licenceswill be issued. Harvestopportunities have been suspended until stocks recover. LakeSturgeon limit 0 for all waters in the province.

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Stonehill Lake May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Mar. 16 to May 7 –CLOSED

Taber (Lake ) Reservoir – Open all year - Pikelimit 3 (no size limit).

Tilley ‘B’ Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15;

Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Travers Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63

cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

No fishing within 25 yards (22.86 m) of the Canal inlet structure (see General Sportfishing Regulations page 19)

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Twelve Mile Coulee Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Tyrrell Lake – Open all year – Rainbow limit 5.Unnamed (Burdett) Reservoir – Open all year – Walleye limit 3 over50 cm; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefishlimit 10; Burbot limit 10. Upper Chin (Lake) Reservoir May 8 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3

over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Mar. 16 to May 7 – CLOSED

Yellow Lakes – Open all year – Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

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June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10;

Goldeye limit 10. Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED

Berry Creek (Carolside) Reservoir (27-12-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike

limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Big Lake & tributaries May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Blindman River May 21 to Feb. 28 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Maggots are the only bait allowed.

Mar. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDBuck Lake & tributaries and the portion of the outlet located in

3-47-6-W5 May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Buffalo Lake the portion located in 40-22-W4 (the Narrows) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 0; Burbot limit 3. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

the remainder of the lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 3. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Cardiff Park Pond (24-55-25-W4)) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perchlimit 15.

Coal Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 5. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Chain Lakes May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Cornation Pond – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15; Pike limit 3 (no size limit).

Daysland Pond (8-45-16-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 5.Devil’s Lake – see Matchayaw Lake.Driedmeat Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

East Twin Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Forestburg Reservoir & the Battle River upstream to Sec. Rd. 855 May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Burbot limit 3. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Gull Lake Apr. 1 to May 20 and Nov. 1 to Dec. 10 – CLOSED May 21 to Oct. 31 and Dec. 11 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike

limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 5; Lake Whitefish limit 5; Burbot limit 3.Gull Lake’s Diversion Canal located in 34,35,36-40-1-W5 – CLOSEDHasse Lake (13-52-2-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15.Hubbles Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Isle Lake & tributaries & outlet (Sturgeon River) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Jackfish Lake (52-2-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Kerbe’s Pond (NE 19-36-20-W4) Apr. 1 to Nov. 30 – Trout limit 1 over 50 cm; Bait Ban. Dec. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED

Lac Ste. Anne & tributaries & outlet (Sturgeon River) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 0; Perch limit 15;

Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Lessard Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Little Red Deer River from Cottonwood Road (Twp. Rd. 352) downstream to Red Deer River May 21 to Feb. 28 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Maggots are the only bait allowed.

Mar. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED from Cottonwood Road (Twp. Rd. 352) upstream to headwaters (see

Fish Management Zone 1, Watershed Unit ES2)Magee Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Matchayaw (Devil’s) Lake & tributaries & outlet (Sturgeon River) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Mayatan Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Medicine Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 5. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Medicine River May 21 to Feb. 28 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over

30 cm; Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Maggots are the only bait allowed.

Mar. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED Mere Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Mink Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Muir Lake (30, 31-53-27-W4) May 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 1 over 50 cm; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Apr. 30 – CLOSED

North Saskatchewan River upstream of Highway 22/39 (Drayton Valley) – see Fish Management

Zone 1, Watershed Unit ES2. from Highway 22/39 (Drayton Valley) downstream to the

Alberta/Saskatchewan border Open all year – Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye

limit 0; Sauger limit 0 from Apr. 1 to May 20; Sauger limit 3 from May 21 to Mar. 31; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Lake Sturgeon limit 0.

Parlby Creek (23-40-22-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 0 in the portion from Buffalo Lake to

Alix Lake. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Pigeon Lake & tributaries (excluding Tide Creek) & outlet – Walleye limit 0 – except the holder of a Special Fish Harvest Licenceand tags may retain walleye of a size, number and at the times specified on the licence; Pike limit 1 over 100 cm; Perch limit 5 over 25 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 1 (Burbot limit 0 Feb. 1 to Mar. 31).

the portion of lake west of a line drawn from the northwesternmost tipof the point in 13-12-47-2-W5 due north to the point where the line intersects the shoreline of the lake in 13-47-2-W5, locally known as Zeiner Park and including TIDE CREEK.

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CLOSED all year. the outlet, the portion located in 1,2,11-46-

28-W4 CLOSED Apr. 1 to May 20 and Open – May 21

to Mar. 31. the remainder of the lake

Open Apr. 1 to Apr. 16; May 21 to Mar. 31. Apr. 17 to May 20 – CLOSED

Pine Lake & tributaries & outlet May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Raft Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Rat Lake (10-46-6-W5)May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Red Deer River from the Dickson Dam downstream to the Tolman Bridge

(Sec. Rd. 585 [14-33-22-W4]) May 21 to Feb. 28 – Trout limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm;

Walleye limit 0; Sauger limit 3 (no size limit); Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Maggots are the only bait allowed.

Mar. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED from the Tolman Bridge (Sec. Rd. 585) downstream to the

Alberta/Saskatchewan border May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye and Sauger limit 3; Walleye over 50 cm;

Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Lake Sturgeon limit 0; Bait allowed.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDSandy Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15.Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Spotted Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 0; Burbot limit 3. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Spring (Cottage) Lake – (30-52-1-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15.

Star Lake – (19-52-2-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15.Sturgeon River from headwaters downstream to Big Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

from Big Lake downstream to Sec. Rd. 825 May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Lake Sturgeon limit 0. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

from Sec. Rd. 825 downstream to North Saskatchewan River Open all year – Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye

limit 0; Sauger limit 0 from Apr. 1 to May 20; Sauger limit 3 from May 21 to Mar. 31; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Lake Sturgeon limit 0.

Sylvan Creek (NE 11-38-28-W4) - includes Cygnet Lake - CLOSEDSylvan Lake & tributaries – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm;

Perch limit 5; Lake Whitefish limit 5; Burbot limit 3. the portion of lake southwest of a line drawn from the northeastern

most tip of the landfill pier in Sylvan Lake Provincial Park located at NW 33-38-1-W5M due northwest to the point on the shoreline where the boundary between the town of Sylvan Lake and the Summer Village of Norglenwold meet the lake located at NE 32-38-1-W5M. Including all tributary streams. April 1 to June 30 – CLOSED

the remainder of the lake Apr. 1 to May 20 and Nov. 1 to Dec. 10 – CLOSED May 21 to Oct. 31 and Dec. 11 to Mar. 31 – OPEN

Wabamun Lake & tributaries & outlet & canalsApr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED May 21 to Sept. 30 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 0; Perch limit 0;

Lake Whitefish limit 0; Burbot limit 0. Oct. 1 to Nov. 30 – Open only between sunrise and sunset of each day;

hook size must not measure more than 10 mm from point to shaft – see hook size page 15; Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 0; Perch limit 0; Lake Whitefish limit 0; Burbot limit 0.

Dec. 1 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 0; Perch limit 0; Lake Whitefish limit 0; Burbot limit 0.*Capital Health advises against consumption of fish from Lake Wabamun at this time due to potential for residual contamination from 2005 oil spill, call for details (780-413-7928).

West Twin (Unnamed) Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Wizard Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


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ZONE 3 – A vast area of central and northern Alberta consists of boreal forest. Throughout the boreal forest, many of the streams are lowgradient, brown water streams from muskeg drainages. These streams are tributaries within larger watersheds, which in turn are part ofthe major drainage basins of the Athabasca, Peace and Hay rivers. The majority of the lakes in Alberta occur in the boreal forest zone.The popular game fish of the zone are yellow perch, northern pike, walleye, lake whitefish, Arctic grayling and lake trout. Zone 3 issubdivided into four Watershed Units (NB1 – NB4).

NB1 Watershed Unit RegulationsBAIT FISHING Fishing with bait, including bait fish, in NB1 lakes and streams is

allowed except at locations listed with Bait Bans under “NB1 Lake and Stream Listings.”

NB1 Site-Specific RegulationsThe names of most lakes and major streams appear alphabetically under“NB1 Lake and Stream Listings.” Smaller streams often are not listed, butmay be included in regulations as tributaries to lakes or larger streams.

LAKESA. For Trout-Stocked Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds in NB1 that are


B. For Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds listed and fish species listedunder “NB1 Lake and Stream Listings” starting on this page. You must follow the regulations stated with each listing.

C. For other NB1 Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds not included under(A) or (B) and for fish species not mentioned at a listed lake.

May 15 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; (where present, Trout limit 3; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm [Arctic Grayling limit 0 May 15 to May 31 and Sept. 1 to Mar. 31]);Bait allowed.


STREAMSA. For Streams listed and fish species listed under “NB1 Lake and


B. For other NB1 Streams, and tributaries, not included under (A)and for fish species not mentioned at a listed stream. June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; (where present, Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait allowed.


NB1 Lake and Stream Listings“All Waters” (named and unnamed) within the Lakeland

Provincial Park boundaries, including Blackett, Dabbs, Helena, Jackson, McGuffin, Shaw, and Snake Lakes – foreach species the following limit applies to all waters combined (not separately for each lake) – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Lakes – OPEN May 21 to Mar. 31 and CLOSED Apr. 1 to May 20 Streams – OPEN June 1 to Oct. 31 and CLOSED Nov. 1 to May 31

Alexander Hamilton (Lac La Biche) Pond (NW5-67-13-W4) – Open all year – Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); bait allowed.

Amisk Lake & tributaries and outlet downstream for 1 km* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0 – except the holder of a

Special Fish Harvest Licence and tags, may retain walleye of a size, number and at the times specified on the licence; Pike limit 1 (less than 63 cm or over 100 cm); Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED* Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

Angling Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

1. Provincewide regulations on pages 16 to 22 apply to Zone 3. Additional restrictions are set out in this part.



4. Possession: The number of fish of each species you may possess at the end of a fishing trip, regardless of the number of days fished, is equal to a 1-day limit at the water body fished and includes fish storedat home.

5. In these regulations, a Lake Whitefish limit includes Cisco (tullibee).6. In these regulations, a Goldeye limit includes Mooneye.7. All fish kept from Zone 3 count as part of the provincewide

possession, which must not be exceeded (see Provincewide Maximum Possession page 18).



WATERSHED UNIT NB1 the Beaver River watershed and the Athabasca River watershedbetween the north boundary of Township 78 (near Pelican River)and Sec. Rd. 813 (near the town of Athabasca), including theCalling River watershed, and the La Biche River watershed (NOTE:the tributary watersheds, including several lakes in the “LakelandDistrict,” entering on the left [north] bank of the NorthSaskatchewan River downstream of Highway 38 near Redwaterare also part of Unit NB1).


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Fred & Ann AlexandrukPhone: 780-434-3506 Cell: 780-623-0214

E-mail: [email protected]

Pinehurst LakeWildernessCabins

56 km southeast of Lac La Biche Excellent fishing, swimming, water sports, private sand beach. Each quality constructed cabin is a one bedroom unit with basic furnishings. Access by boat only, available May to September

Alberta's Lakeland is a great summer and winter destination.If you are looking for a weekend or mid week getaway or aholiday excursions . . . give us a try.

Fishing and Camping top the list when it comes to outdooractivities and is a must when you come to the Lakeland. Notonly is it an inexpensive sport, with the abundance of lakes andfish in the region, it is also a very rewarding one. You will findour locals friendly and willing to share fish stories, the best bait

to use and where all the hotspots are. Ifyou are new to the sport or would likean unforgettable experience, stay at oneof our B&B’s or lodges and book sometime with one of our experiencedfishing guides. Our campgrounds arenaturally treed and spacious and thebeaches are sandy andwarm.

Trails for ATVs, cycling,hiking, horseback ridingand snowmobiling.Alberta’s Iron Horse Trail is300 km. long and stretchesthrough the Lakelandregion. The trail is an oldrail bed and is a great wayto do some sightseeing. Bytaking you off the beatenpath and into some of thesmall communities, you get the quirky, the surprising and the unexpected.All of the communities along the Iron Horse Trail are sled and ATV friendlywith designated routes for accessing fuel, accommodations, restaurants andshopping. The trail is groomed throughout the winter and connects to mostof the local club’s snowmobile trails.Alberta’s Lakeland has a multitude of cross country ski trails that are

maintained and range in varying degrees of difficulty. Beginners and noviceskiers can connect with local club members for outings. The LakelandProvincial Park & Recreation Area and Lac La Biche region offers visitorsan amazing network of trails. Miles of beautiful back country trails withspectacular views and access to some nice, quiet camp spots. Checkwww.laclabicheregion.com and www.ironhorsetrail.ca for more information.

Canoe trips are part of the charm of Alberta’s Lakeland. The backcountrycircuit in Lac La Biche region is 30 km. long and can take you about threedays to complete. Other canoeing spots include the Beaver River andWhitney Lakes Provincial Park.

Visit www.albertaslakeland.caCall 1-888-645-4155

Downhill Ski and Snowboard at Kinosoo Ridge Snow Resort with itsnatural and machine made snow, triple chairlift and T-Bar operations. Locatedin the M.D. of Bonnyville, this resort has over ten runs, lights for night timeskiing and an expanded terrain park. Kinosoo Ridge also offers nighttobogganing and lessons plus first rate meals and a lounge at the Chalet.Check the calendar of events at www.frozensurf.ca

Spas are a great way to spend timerejuvenating or reconnecting with thatspecial someone. Feed your mind, bodyand spirit with yoga, tai chi chih, massageand meditation. Pamper yourself.

Casino Dene is your entertainmentdestination. The River Ridge Cafe servesup all your favourites and a few newchoices like the Bannock Burger. Other attractions include top notch liveentertainment in the lounge, karaoke and ladies poker tournaments. TheCasino has a wide variety of slots, table games and poker tournaments.

Concerts; Randy Travis, The Stampeders, George Canyon and BedouinSoundclash are just a few of the musical talents that have played at theBonnyville Centennial Centre. Music is a focal point in Alberta’s Lakeland.Jamborees, concerts, performing arts and dance all keep our culture alive.

Dining is an exciting and wonderful way to explore Alberta’s Lakeland.Local fare and freshly prepared cuisine showcases the regions abundance.Home made pyrogies, healthy and lean bison and elk, award winning pies andorganic fruit wine are all on the menu. Alberta’s Lakeland events are a fusion of adrenaline pumping action and fun

family fairs. You don’t want to miss a minute of the pumpkin smashing, ziplining, car demolitions, mud bogging, snowcross racing or bull riding. Nor doyou want to miss the hay rides, pyrogy eating contest, parades and midways.We hope to see you this year in Alberta’s Lakeland.

Athabasca River between Sec. Rd. 813(near Athabasca) and the north boundary

of Township 78 (near Pelican River) June 1 to Oct. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 2 over

35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 toOct. 31); Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye

limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10;Goldeye limit 10.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDBangs Lake & tributaries upstream for 1 km & outletdownstream for 1 km* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 0; Perch limit 15;

Maggots and mealworms are the only baits allowed. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED* Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

Barbara Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Base Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Bear Lake – see Ethel Lake (64-3-W4)Beartrap Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 0; Perch limit 15; Maggots and

mealworms are the only baits allowed. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Beaver Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over


Bentley Lake (58-8-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Big Chief Lake (16-72-11-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 2 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Big Johnson Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 (no size limit); Perch limit 15.Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Blackett Lake (66-11-W4) – see “All Waters” listing at beginning of list.Bluet Lake (58-4-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Bonnie Lake (60-13-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 (no size limit); Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Bourque Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch


Bunder Lake (61-12-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Burgess (Drowned) Lake (4-72-11-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Burnt Lake (67-3-W4) – CLOSEDNOTE: Burnt Lake is located in the Air Weapons Range. At present, and until further notice, the Canadian Forces has closed access to sportfishing. This closure applies to the general public and military personnel.

Cache Lake (59-12-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Calling Lake & portions of tributaries & outlet during open seasons – Walleye limit 2 (between 45 cm and 55 cm); Pike limit 1

over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. the portion northerly of a straight line drawn southwesterly from

the point where the line intersects the eastern shore at the northern boundary of SE02-73-22-W4 to the point where the line intersects thewestern shore at the northern boundary of NE12-72-23-W4 & tributaries, including Rock Island River downstream of Sec. Rd. 813 CLOSED all year

the remainder of the lakeApr. 1 to May 31– CLOSED June 1 to Mar. 31 – OPEN

the remaining tributaries and the outlet downstream for 1 km OPEN June 1 to Oct. 31 and CLOSED Nov. 1 to May 31

Chappell Lake (60-11-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 0; Perch limit 10; Maggots and

mealworms are the only baits allowed. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Charron Lake (68-17-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Chickenhill Lake (59-8-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch


Chump Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Claude Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm;

Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Clyde Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Cold Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Lake Trout limit 0 from Sept. 15 to Nov. 15,

and 1 over 65 cm from May 21 to Sept. 14 and from Nov. 16 toMar. 31; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDCorrigall Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Cow Lake (8-72-11-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 2 (no size limit); Perch limit 15;

Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Crane (Moore) Lake & outlet stream* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED* Outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

Dabbs Lake (4-69-10-W4) – see “All Waters” listing at beginning of list.Elinor Lake (65-11-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch


Ethel (Bear) Lake & tributaries & outlet downstream for 1 km* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED* Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

Fishing Lake (57-2-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

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Floatingstone Lake (60-11-W4) & tributaries & outlet downstream for 1 km* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 0; Perch limit 10;

Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Maggots and mealworms are the only baits allowed.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED* Tributaries & outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

Fork Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 (under 63 cm or over 100 cm);

Perch limit 10; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Francis Lake (69-11-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Frog Lake (57-3-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over


Garner Lake (60-12-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0 – except the holder of a

Special Fish Harvest Licence and tags, may retain walleye of a size, number and at the times specified on the licence; Pike limit 1(no size limit); Perch limit 5; Burbot limit 10; Maggots and meal worms are the only baits allowed.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDGarnier Lake (58-4-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Goodfish Lake (61-13-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over


Goodwin Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 2 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Greenstreet Lake (60-11-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Halfmoon Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Hanmore Lake (61-17-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10; Lake


Heart Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Helena Lake (66-11-W4) – see “All Waters” listing at beginning of list.Hilda Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch


Honey Lake (21-65-12-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Hope Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 (under 63 cm or

over 100 cm); Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbotlimit 10.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDIronwood Lake (65-11-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDIsland Lake (62-17-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 55

cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Jackfish Lake (67-21-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Jackson Lake (67-11-W4) – see “All Waters” listing at beginning oflist.Kaduc Lake (60-15-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Kehiwin Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0 - Pike limit 0; Perch limit 15;

Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Maggots and mealwormsare the only bait allowed.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDKinnaird Lake (67-10-W4) – see “All Waters” listing at beginning of list.Lac Bellevue (56-9-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch


Lac La Biche May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 75 cm; Perch


Lac La Biche’s tributaries, and outlet downstream to Hwy 63– CLOSED (See also Owl River).

Lac Saint Cyr (57-9-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Lac Sante (56-11-W4) & outlet* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 10; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED* Outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

Lane Lake (18-66-6-W4) & tributaries & outlet* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED* Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

Laurier Lake (56-4-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch


Little Bear (Brown) Lake (34-70-10-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Little Johnson Lake (19-65-17-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Lodge Lake (66-17-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Logan Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Lone Pine Lake (63-14-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit

10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

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Long Lake (56-1-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63

cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Long Lake (63-19-W4) & tributaries* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0 – except the

holder of a Special Fish Harvest Licence and tags, mayretain walleye of a size, number and at the times specified on

the licence; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED* Tributaries – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

Lottie Lake (58-11-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Lower Mann Lake (60-10-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Manatokan Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Magician Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Marie Lake June 1 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over


Martineau River June 1 to Oct. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm. Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED

May Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch


McGuffin Lake (67-11-W4) – see “All Waters” listing at beginning of list.Medley River (11-65-2-W4) June 1 to Oct. 31 – Trout limit 5; but only 1 may be Lake Trout

from June 1 to Sept. 14 and 0 may be Lake Trout from Sept. 15 to Oct. 31; Lake Trout must be over 65 cm; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDMinnie Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Mons Lake (60-16-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Moonshine Lake (58-1-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Moose Lake the portion south of a line from the easternmost point of land in

NW2-61-7-W4 (locally known as Pelican Point) to the southernmost point of land in E2-61-7-W4 (locally known as Deadman’s Point) and southeast to the northernmost point of land in SW31-60-6-W4 (locally known as Ferbey Subdivision). June 1 to Feb. 28 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over


the remainder of the lake June 1 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over


Moosehills Lake (57-6-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Muriel Lake & tributaries upstream for 1 km & outlet downstream for 1 km* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch


North Buck Lake & outlet downstream for 1 km* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 (under 63 cm or over 100 cm);

Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED* Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

North Saskatchewan River – see Fish Management Zone 2; Watershed Unit PP2.

Owl River from Lac La Biche upstream to Piche River, – CLOSEDPiche Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Piche River June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Arctic

Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31).

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED from Piche River upstream to headwaters, & tributaries excluding

Piche River June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Arctic

Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31).

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDPinehurst Lake (65-10-W4) the portion north of a line drawn from the easternmost point of

land in NW19-65-09-W4 easterly to the westernmost point of land in NE19-65-09-W4 locally known as Snug Cove (Mud Bay) – CLOSED

the remainder of the lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0 – except the holder of a

Special Fish Harvest Licence and tags, may retain walleye of a size, number and at the times specified on the licence; Pike limit 1over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDPowder Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Primrose Lake – CLOSEDNOTE: Primrose Lake is located in the Air Weapons Range. At present,and until further notice, the Canadian Forces has closed access to sportfishing. This closure applies to the general public and military personnel.

Reed Lake (61-12-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Rock Island Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Ross Lake (56-4-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Saddle Lake – Open all year – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

Sapphire Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Seibert Lake June 1 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over 100

cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Bait Ban.

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Apr. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED Shaw Lake (67-11-W4) – see “All Waters” listing at beginning of list.Sinclair Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Skeleton Lake (65-18-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 (no size limit);

Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Spencer Lake – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

OPEN May 21 to Mar. 31 only during the following periods: on normal weekends, from 5:00 pm each Friday to 1/2 hour after

sunset each Sunday; on long weekends with a Friday statutory or civic holiday, from

5:00 pm Thursday to 1/2 hour after sunset on Sunday; on long weekends with a Monday statutory or civic holiday, from

5:00 pm Friday to 1/2 hour after sunset on the holiday Monday; and from 5:00 pm on Dec. 24 to 1/2 hour after sunset on Jan. 1.(NOTE: Spencer Lake is located in the Cold Lake Air Weapons Range and live ammunition is used in the area. Use of the lake by anglers is dependent on the approval of the Canadian Forces at the Base. If necessary for Base operations, access to Spencer Lake may be closed during some of the open periods listed above. Due to safety concerns, the Canadian Forces does not permit overland access to Spencer Lake on any trails that are inside the Bombing Range boundary, including the trail between Seibert and Spencer lakes. Spencer Lake may only be accessed from the west tip of Spencer Lake and it is unlawful to go ashore inside the bombing range boundary). Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Square Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Stony (Siler) Lake (56-8-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Thin Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Touchwood Lake (67-10-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch


Trembley Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Tucker Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Unnamed (Brodick) Lake (60-17-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Buffalo) Lake (10-64-17-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Buffalo) Lake (6-71-12-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Island) Lake (57-1-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Little Perch) Lake (56-9-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Red) Lake (60-13-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Snake) Lake (35-66-11-W4) – see “All Waters” listing atbeginning of list.Unnamed (Sowka) Lake (60-18-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Whitemud) Lake (62-19-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Upper Mann Lake (59-10-W4) & tributaries* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED* Tributaries – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

Victor Lake (63-14-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Vincent Lake (59-9-W4) & tributaries* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 (no size limit); Pike limit 1

(no size limit); Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED* Tributaries – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

Wayetenaw Lake (61-13-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Whitefish Lake (62-13-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch


Whitney Lake (56-4-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Wolf Lake & tributaries & outlet* (NE 2-66-7-W4) June 1 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0 – except the holder of a


Apr. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED* Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

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WATERSHED UNIT NB2 the Athabasca River watershed between Sec. Rd. 813 nearAthabasca and Sec. Rd. 658 near Whitecourt, including the LesserSlave River watershed and the Pembina River watershed upstreamto Highway 43 near Sangudo.

NB2 Watershed Unit RegulationsBAIT FISHING Fishing with bait in NB2 streams is NOT allowed except at

portions of a few rivers under “NB2 Lake and Stream Listings.” Fishing with bait in NB2 lakes is allowed, except at lakes listed with

Bait Bans under “NB2 Lake and Stream Listings.” Fishing with bait fish is allowed except at locations listed with Bait

Bans under “NB2 Lake and Stream Listings.”




B. For Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds listed and fish species listed under“NB2 Lake and Stream Listings” starting on this page. You must follow the regulations stated with each listing.

C. For other NB2 Lakes, Reservoirs and Ponds not included under(A) or (B) and for fish species not mentioned at a listed lake. May 15 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; (where present, Trout limit 3; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm [Arctic Grayling limit 0 May 15 to May 31 and Sept. 1 to Mar. 31]);Bait allowed.




B. For other NB2 Streams, and tributaries, not included under (A)and for fish species not mentioned at a listed stream. June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63

cm; (where present, Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait Ban.


NB2 Lake and Stream ListingsAthabasca River between Sec. Rd. 658 (near Whitecourt) and

Sec. Rd. 813 (near Athabasca) June 1 to Oct. 31 – Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye

limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait is allowed in river only.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDBaptiste Lake (66-24-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0 – except the holder of a



Bolloque Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 2 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Christmas Creek (SE12-60-10-W5) - and tributaries June 16 to Aug. 31 - Trout and Arctic Grayling limit 2: Rainbow over

25 cm; Arctic Grayling over 35 cm; Bait Ban. Sept. 1 to Oct. 31 - Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish

limit 0. Nov. 1 to June 15 - CLOSED

Clear Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Corbett Lakes #1 & #2 (1-61-8-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15.

Crooked Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 2 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Dolberg Lake (1-60-8-W5 ) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15.East Prairie River downstream of Hwy 2 to Buffalo Bay &

tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over

55 cm; Bait allowed. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Edith Lake (67-10-W5 ) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15.Fawcett Lake & tributaries – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit

3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. the portion north and east of a line drawn from the MD boat

launch in SE12-73-26-W4 to the point of land in SE11-73-26-W4 including the Mink River, Fawcett (Howard) River and the areas locally known as the narrows and east basin. OPEN July 1 to Feb. 28 and CLOSED Mar. 1 to June 30.

the remainder of the lake OPEN May 21 to Mar. 31 and CLOSED Apr. 1 to May 20.

All tributaries and outlet CLOSED Nov. 1 to May 31.

Francis Lake (18-66-25-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 2 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Freeman Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 0; Pike limit 3 (no size

limit); Bait Ban. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Freeman Lake’s tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 0; Pike limit 3 (no size

limit); Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Freeman River & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Trout, Arctic Grayling and Mountain Whitefish

limit 0; Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Ghost Lake (16-68-24-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 2 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Goose Lake & tributaries & outlet* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED * Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.


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Horseshoe Lake (63-25-W4) Open all year – Trout limit 5; Pike limit 3

(no size limit).Howard Lake

May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 2 over 43 cm; Pikelimit 3 over 63 cm.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDIsland Lake & tributaries & outlet* (63-19-W4)

May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 (no size limit); Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

* Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.Jenkins Lake (68-24-W4) & outtlet downstream for 1 km* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 2 (no size limit);

Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED Outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

Lac La Nonne May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Lawrence Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 2 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Lesser Slave Lake the portion west of a line drawn from Shaw Point to the point of

land in 26-74-14-W5 known as Little Grassy Point, including Buffalo Bay and the Grouard Channel & their tributaries (see also East Prairie River, South Heart River and Traverse Creek). CLOSED – Mar. 1 to June 15 OPEN – June 16 to Feb. 28 June 16 to Oct. 31 - Walleye limit 1 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over

55 cm; Perch limit15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Nov. 1 To Feb. 28 - Walleye limit 2 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over

55 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. the remainder of the lake and outlet (Lesser Slave River)

downstream to the weir below Hwy 88 Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED May 21 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over

55 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 2 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over

55 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.Lesser Slave River the outlet portion downstream to the weir below Hwy 88

– see Lesser Slave Lake above. the tributary and backwater upstream of the bridge that is east of

the weir on the Old Smith Highway June 1 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 2 over

63 cm; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 Sept. 1 to Mar. 31); Bait allowed.

Apr. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED the portion of the river downstream of the weir below Hwy 88 June 1 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 2 over

63 cm; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0Sept. 1 to Mar. 31); Bait allowed.

Apr. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDLong Lake (64-25-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 2 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Long Island Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Lower Chain Lake (69-23-W4) Open all year – Trout limit 5; Pike limit 3 (no size limit).

Meyer Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 2 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Mitsue Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Marten Lakes May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Mosquito Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Nakamun Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Narrow Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 2 (no size limit);

Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Orloff Lake (74-23-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over


Orloff Lake’s tributaries & outlet June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over 63

cm; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31).

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDPaddle River Reservoir June 1 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 31 –CLOSED

Paul Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 2 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm.

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Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDPeanut Lake (15-58-3-W5) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch

limit 15.Pembina River downstream of Hwy 43 (near Sangudo) June 1 to Oct. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 0; Mountain Whitefish limit

5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Bait is allowed in river only.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDRoche Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Romeo Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Schuman Lake (35-61-8-W5 ) – Open all year – Trout limit 5; Perch limit 15.

Shell Reservoir # 1 (15-65-13-W5) – Open all year; Arctic Grayling limit 0; Bait Ban.

Shell Reservoir # 2 (34-65-13-W5) – Open all year; Arctic Grayling limit 0; Bait Ban.

South Heart Reservoir (see Winagami Lake)South Heart River the portion between the South Heart Reservoir and the West

Prairie River May 21 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over

55 cm; Bait Ban. Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 2 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over

55 cm; Bait Ban. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED the portion from the confluence with the West Prairie River

downstream to Buffalo Bay & tributaries June 16 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Steele (Cross) Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Strawberry Creek (Downstream of Hwy. 2 to Lesser Slave Lake) June 16 to Oct. 31 - Walleye limit 1 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over

55 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; (where present, Trout limit 3; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 Sept. 1 to June 15 ); Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to June 15 - CLOSEDThunder Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Traverse Creek (tributary to Buffalo Bay) June 16 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


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Unnamed (Fish) Lake (23-60-09-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Gilroy) Lake (66-12-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit). Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Loon) Lake (14-61-08-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Unnamed (Swartz) Lake (06-66-11-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit). Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Upper Chain Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 2 (no size limit); Perch limit 15 Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

West Prairie River downstream of Hwy 2 June 16 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Winagami Lake including Boone’s Slough and South Heart Reservoir May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 55 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Winagami Lake’s tributaries & inlet canal, & outlet stream & outlet canal June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 55 cm; Pike limit 3 over

55 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Bait allowed. Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED

Windfall Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

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WATERSHED UNIT NB3 the Peace River watershed, including the Wabasca and Birchrivers, the Hay River and Petitot River watersheds, and the FontasRiver, Yates River, Whitesand River and Buffalo River watersheds.

NB3 Watershed Unit RegulationsBAIT FISHING Fishing with bait in NB3 streams is NOT allowed except where

listed at portions of a few rivers under “NB3 Lake and Stream Listings.”

Fishing with bait in NB3 lakes is allowed, except at lakes listed with Bait Bans under “NB3 Lake and Stream Listings.”

Fishing with bait fish is allowed except at locations listed with Bait Bans under “NB3 Lake and Stream Listings.”






63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; (where present, Trout limit 3; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm [Arctic Grayling limit 0 May 15 to May 31 and Sept. 1 to Mar. 31]);Bait allowed.

Apr. 1 to May 14 – CLOSED – with the exception of all lakes, reservoirs and ponds located north of township 104 which will remain open all year.



B. For other NB3 Streams, and tributaries, not included under (A)and for fish species not mentioned at a listed stream. June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; (where present, Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 toOct. 31); Bait Ban.


NB3 Lake and Stream ListingsAlbright Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 (no size limit).Beatty Lake & tributaries & outlet* – Open all year (lake only) –

Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm.* Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED Nov. 1 to May 31.

Berry Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15.Brintnell Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Bistcho Lake – Walleye limit 3 (only 1 may be over 50 cm); Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. the Bay north of Kirkness Island (the portion of lake northerly of a

line drawn from the southernmost tip of the point of land in SE31-124-5-W6 southeasterly to the westernmost tip of the point of land in SW28-124-5-W6 on Kirkness Island, and northerly of a line drawn from the easternmost tip of the point of land in SW27-124-5-W6 on Kirkness Island northeasterly to the southernmost tip of the point of land in SW35-124-5-W6). OPEN – July 1 to Feb. 28 and CLOSED – Mar. 1 to June 30.

the remainder of the lake – Open all year.Burnt Lakes May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Cadotte Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Calder Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Caribou Lake – Open all year – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

Chinchaga River & tributaries June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait is allowed in river only.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDCranberry Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Cummings Lake (10-82-3-W6) – Open all year – Perch limit 15.Deep Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Dickson Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Arctic Grayling limit 2

over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 May 21 to May 31 and Sept. 1 toMar. 31).

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDEquisetum Lake & tributaries & outlet* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED* Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

Eva Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 Apr. 1 to May 31 and Sept. 1 to Mar. 31).

Fish Lake (locally known as Jackfish Lake) (76-11-W6) – Open all year – Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 15.

Fleming Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 Apr. 1 to May 31 and Sept. 1 to Mar. 31).

Gift Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Gods Lake (90-02-W5) & tributaries & outlet* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over



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Goodfish Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm;

Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; LakeWhitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDGoosegrass Lake

May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Graham Lake & tributaries & outlet* downstream to Maria Lake – Open all year (lake only) – Lake Trout limit 3; Walleye and Pike limit

0 from Mar. 1 to May 31; Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm and Pike limit 3 over 63 cm from June 1 to Feb. 28; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefishlimit 10; Burbot limit 10.

* Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.Haig Lake & tributaries & outlet downstream for 1 km* June 1 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Hay River & tributaries except Chinchaga River June 1 to Oct. 31 –Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63

cm; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait is allowed in river only.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDHebephrenic (Jackfish) Lake & tributaries & outlet* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 2 over


Hutch Lake & tributaries May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over

63 cm; Perch limit 0. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Little Sandy Lake & tributaries & outlet downstream for 1 km* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Joker Lake Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 55 cm; Perch limit 15.

Legend Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Long Lake (81-12-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish


Long Lake (89-5-W5) & tributaries & outlet* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 2 over


Loon River & tributaries June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait is allowed in river only downstream of Loon Lake.

Nov. 1 to May 31 - CLOSEDMargaret Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over 63

cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 Apr. 1 to May 31 and Sept. 1 to Mar. 31).

McLeod Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish


McMillan Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake

Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

McMullen Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

MD Peace Trout Ponds – Open all year – Trout limit 5. Tributaries – CLOSED – Apr. 1 to May 14.

Mikkwa River & tributaries June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDMink Creek OPEN June 1 to Sept. 14 and CLOSED Sept. 15 to May 31.

Mink (Unnamed) Lake (17-82-11-W5) Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 55 cm; Perch limit 5.

Mistehae Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake

Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Muskwa Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Muskwa River & tributaries June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDNipisi Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Nipisi River & tributaries June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Nov. 1 to May 31 - CLOSEDNotikewan River & tributaries June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63

cm; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait is allowed downstream of Hwy 35 in river only.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED North Wabasca Lake the portion south of a line drawn from the northern boundary of

Wabasca Reserve 166b in NW 35-80-26-W4 to the point of land in the east half of NE 31-80-25-W4, which includes the mouth of the Willow River and channel of the Wabasca River. June 1 to Feb. 28 – Walleye limit 2 over 50 cm; Pike limit 2 over


the remainder of the lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 2 over 50 cm; Pike limit 2 over


Pastecho Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Peace River River Apr 1 to Oct. 31 – Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye

limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait is allowed in river only.

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Nov. 1 to Mar. 31 – CLOSED Tributaries except the Mikkwa, Smoky and Wabasca river drainages. June 1 to Oct. 31 – Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye

limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDPeerless Lake & tributaries & outlet* – Open all year (lake only) –

Lake Trout limit 3; Walleye and Pike limit 0 from Mar. 1 to May 31; Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm and Pike limit 3 over 63 cm from June 1 to Feb. 28; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

* Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.Petitot River & tributaries upstream to Spawn Lake June 16 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63

cm; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSEDPitchimi Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over 63

cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 Apr. 1 to May 31 and Sept. 1 to Mar. 31).

Rainbow Lake – Open all year – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 55 cm; Burbot limit 10.

Round Lake & tributaries & outlet* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Russell Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Sander Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Sandy Lake & tributaries upstream for 1 km & outlet downstream for 1 km* May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch


Sawn Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 2, but only 1 may be

shorter than 63 cm and only 1 may be longer than 100 cm (0 limit between 63 and 100 cm); Perch limit 15.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED Second Last (Long) Lake (90-2-W5) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 2 over

70 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Semo Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Shoal Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Smoky River (river only) upstream of the 21st Base Line – see Fish Management Zone 1,

Watershed Unit ES4. downstream of the 21st Base Line June 1 to Oct. 31 – Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye

limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait is allowed in river only.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDSouth Wabasca Lake the portion north of a line drawn from the southern most point of

land in E1/2 13-80-25-W4 to the point of land in the SW 15-80-25-W4, which includes the channel of the Wabasca Riverand the portion south and west of a line drawn from the easternmost point of land in SE 31-79-24-W4 to the point of land in NW 27-79-24-W4 June 1 to Feb. 28 – Walleye limit 2 over 50 cm; Pike

limit 2 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

Mar. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED the remainder of the lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 2 over 50 cm; Pike limit 2 over


Spawn Lake & tributaries* – Open all year (lake only) – Walleye limit3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

* Tributaries – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.Talbot Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15.Thurston Lake & tributaries & outlet* – Open all year (lake only) –

Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

* Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.Utikuma Lake – Open all year – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit

3 over 55 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Utikumasis Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Vandersteene Lake & tributaries & outlet* – Open all year (lake only) – Pike limit 0 from Mar. 1 to May 31; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm from June 1 to Feb. 28; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Walleye limit 0.* Tributaries and outlet – CLOSED – Nov. 1 to May 31.

Wabasca River the portion between South and North Wabasca lakes – June 1 to Feb. 28 – Walleye limit 2 over 50 cm; Pike limit 2 over

63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait is allowed in the river only. Mar. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED

the portion downstream of North Wabasca lakes & tributariesexcept Loon, Muskwa and Nipisi rivers June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDWadlin Lake & tributaries & outlet* June 1 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 0; Perch


Weaver Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Wentzel lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbotlimit 10.

West Twin Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish


Whitefish Creek OPEN June 1 to Sept. 14 and CLOSED Sept. 15 to May 31.

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WATERSHED UNIT NB4 the Athabasca River watershed downstream of the northboundary of Township 78 (near Pelican River), including theClearwater River and Christina River watersheds, and the SlaveRiver and Lake Athabasca watersheds, including the lakes andstreams north of Lake Athabasca.

NB4 Watershed Unit RegulationsBAIT FISHING Fishing with bait, including bait fish, in NB4 lakes and streams is

allowed except at locations with Bait Bans under “NB4 Lake and Stream Listings.”






63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; (where present, Trout limit 3; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm

[Arctic Grayling limit 0 May 15 to May 31 and Sept. 1 to Mar. 31]); Bait allowed.




B. For other NB4 Streams, and tributaries, not included under (A)and for fish species not mentioned at a listed stream. June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63

cm; (where present, Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10); Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait allowed.


NB4 Lake and Stream Listings“All Waters” (named and unnamed) within the area between

Township 103 and Township 107 inclusive, and between Range 01-W4 and Range 08-W4 inclusive (locally known as Richardson Back-Country Area) – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10. Lakes – OPEN May 21 to Mar. 31 and CLOSED Apr. 1 to May 20. Streams – OPEN June 1 to Oct. 31 and CLOSED Nov. 1 to May 31.

Alexander Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm.Andrew Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over 63

cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Bait Ban.Arch Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm.Archer Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Ashton Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Athabasca River River Open all year – Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 0

from Apr. 1 to May 31, and 3 over 43 cm from June 1 to Mar. 31; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31).

Tribuatries except Clearwater and Hangingstone rivers June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm;

Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait allowed.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDBarrow Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 43 cm; Pike limit 1 over

63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Cisco (Tullibee) limit 0. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Bayonet Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over63 cm; Perch limit 15.

Big Island Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Lake

Whitefish limit 10.Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Birch Creek June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; Arctic Grayling limit 0. Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED

Blanche Lake & outlet May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Bocquene Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Walleye limit 3 over43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Bryant Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Burstall Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Charles Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Cherry Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Christina Lake & tributaries and outlet within 10 km of the lake the portion locally known as Sawbones Bay (2-77-6-W4) June 1 to Mar. 15 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 0.

Mar. 16 to May 31 – CLOSED the remainder of the lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch

limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 0.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDChristina River & tributaries June 1 to Oct. 31 – Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye

limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 0.


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Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDClearwater River & tributaries the portion upstream of the Christina River

June 1 to Oct. 31 – Mountain Whitefish limit 5over 30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3

over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31).

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED the portion downstream of the Christina River

June 1 to Oct. 31 – Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31).

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDCockscomb Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit

15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.Colin Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm;

Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.Collins Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.Cowper Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 5 (of which

only 1 can be greater than 30 cm). Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Cornwall Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Daly Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Darwin Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Dawson Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Disappointment Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Eaglenest Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake

Whitefish limit 10 Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Edwards Lake (13-75-9-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish


Ells Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm.Ells River (96-11-W4) June 1 to Oct. 31 – Arctic Grayling limit 0; Walleye limit 3 over

50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over30 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDFletcher Lake – Open all year – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3

over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.Florence Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.Georges Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Gardiner Lakes May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over 63

cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Bait Ban. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Gardiner Lakes’ tributaries & outlet downstream for 1 km June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 1 over

63 cm; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait Ban.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDGarson Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Gipsy Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 1 less than 70 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10.

Glover Lake (15-75-9-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10;

Burbot limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Goose River June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Gordon Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Gregoire Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Perch


Grist Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Lake Trout limit 1 (between 60 cm and 70

cm); Pike limit 1 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Hangingstone River June 16 to Oct. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Arctic Grayling limit 2

over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31). Nov. 1 to June 15 – CLOSED

Hooker Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm.House River & tributaries June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm;

Arctic Grayling limit 0. Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSED

Jackfish Creek June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Jumbo Lake (26-73-4-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Kimowin (Hook) Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 (no size limit); Perch limit 5 (of

which only 1 can be greater than 30 cm). Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Kirby Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Lake Athabasca – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10.

Larocque Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Leggo Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Leland Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Loutit Lake – Open all year – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Limon Lake & outlet May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


McLelland Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Mercredi Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Monday Creek June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over

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Myers Lake – Open all year – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Namur Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Lake Trout limit 2 over 65 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63

cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Bait Ban. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

One Week Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Pans Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3.Pearson Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 1 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Peters Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Potts Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Rene Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Richardson Back-Country Area (local name) – see “All Waters” listing at beginning of list.

Richardson Lake & outlet (Jackfish Channel) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Richardson River June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over

63 cm; Mountain Whitefish limit 5 over 30 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Goldeye limit 10; Arctic Grayling limit 2 over 35 cm (Arctic Grayling limit 0 from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31); Bait allowed.

Nov. 1 to May 31 – CLOSEDRoderick Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15;

Lake Whitefish limit 10.Royemma Lake (8-75-1-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake


Ryan Lake – Open all year – Walleye limit 3 over 43 cm; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Sand Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake

Whitefish limit 10.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSEDSide Lake (34-75-8-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm;

Lake Whitefish limit 10. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

St. Agnes Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Steepbank Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 2 (no size limit) Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Sunday Creek June 1 to Oct. 31 – Walleye limit 3 over 50 cm; Pike limit 3 over


Treasure Loch Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Tulip Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10.

Turtle Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm.Unnamed and named lakes within the area between Township103 and Township 107 inclusive, and between Range 01-W4 andRange 08-W4 inclusive (locally known as Richardson Back- CountryArea) – see “All Waters” listing at beginning of list.Watchusk Lake May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Wappau Lake (14-75-11-W4) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Pike limit 2 (no size limit); Perch limit 15. Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED

Weekes Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 2 over 63 cm.Winefred Lake (75-4-W4) & tributaries and outlet with 10 km of lake(excluding Grist Lake) May 21 to Mar. 31 – Walleye limit 0; Pike limit 2 (only 1 under 70

cm and only 1 over 100 cm); Perch limit 15; Lake Whitefish limit 10; Burbot limit 10; Bait Ban.

Apr. 1 to May 20 – CLOSED Winnifred Lake (118-3-W4) – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm;

Lake Whitefish limit 10.Woodman Lake – Open all year – Pike limit 3 over 63 cm; Lake

Whitefish limit 10.Wylie Lake – Open all year – Lake Trout limit 3; Pike limit 3 over 63 cm;

Lake Whitefish limit 10.

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The scientificname ofcutthroat troutisOncorhynchus

clarki: Onco rhynchus:hooked snout; clarki: afterCaptain W. Clark of thefamed

Lewis and Clark expeditionfrom 1804-1806, the firstoverland expeditionundertaken by the UnitedStates into what was thenthe unsettled, wild westto the Pacific coast andback.

Cutthroat trout inhabitmany lakes and streamsin Alberta’s easternslopes, from CryptLake—an alpine lake inWaterton Lakes NationalPark on theAlberta/Montanaborder—to the TorrensRiver, 165 km south ofGrande Prairie onHighway 40, the mostsouthern and northernpopulations in theprovince, respectively. Alberta’s cutthroat trout

are native to the Bowand South Saskatchewanriver drainages; theywere introduced into thePeace River (TorrensRiver), Athabasca(Mowitch Creek inJasper National Park),North Saskatchewan andRed Deer drainages by stocking.

The most storied stocking is probably that ofthe North Ram River, which was originallybarren of fish. Stockings of westslope cutthroattrout in 1961 and 1971 took hold, and the NorthRam River now boasts one of Alberta’s premiercutthroat fisheries.

While the jury is still out on how many

Every year Ilookforward tothe finalprinting of

our sportfishingregulations with arenewed excitement; andnot because myworkload is suddenly

decreased but rather because it signals to methat a new open-water fishing season is soonupon us. And after a seemingly endlesswinter, could there be anything better thanwarm days on the water with a fishing rod inhand? I think not!Another reason for my excitement this year

is new opportunities for Alberta anglers; fivelakes that had zero bag limits for walleye arenow part of the special harvest walleyelicence draw. These lakes have proven thatharsh restrictions can recover depletedpopulations in short order. My home watersare prime example of this. After just a shorttwo years of zero limits for walleye and pike,Baptiste Lake’s walleye population is nowconsidered recovered enough to allow a smallharvest of walleye by draw and a limitedharvest of pike. So make sure you get a copyof this year’s Special Walleye Licence Drawspamphlet and get out on your favourite waterbody with a tag in hand.Congratulations need to go out to our 2009

Alberta Anglers of the Year. Sometremendous fish were entered this year in allcategories but it was Dena Squarebriggs ofBrooks, Alberta whose 31-pound, 49.5-inchnorthern pike took home top honours.Because of her catch Dena will now bewinging her way to a northern fly-in fishingdestination with Mikisew Sport Fishing. Denawill also have $300.00 spending moneycourtesy of Alberta Outdoorsmen magazine.Also taking home $300.00 is James Peterson

of Chinook, Alberta for his 32.5-inch walleyethat he caught in the Red Deer River, makingJames our 2009 Walleye Angler of the Year.Cary Hackler of Calgary, Alberta also wins

$300.00 for his 28-inch rainbow trout caughtout of Phyllis Lake. Cary’s fish earns him thetitle of Rainbow Trout Angler of the Year andall three have their photos published on page92 of this year’s guide. As well, all three willbe honoured in a future edition of the AlbertaOutdoorsmen magazine.Next year make sure you get your entry in

and you too could be flying to a northernAlberta lake that offers up some of the bestfishing found anywhere in Canada.Enjoy 2010 everybody!

Rob Miskosky

MESSAGE from thePUBLISHER populations are actually pure strains of westslope

cutthroat, it appears that most contain mainlyhybrids—crosses between cutthroat and rainbowtrout called cutbows. According to government studies, only 60-70

streams are believed to contain genetically purestrains of westslope cutthroat trout. The fisheriesmanagement implications related to populations

of pure westslope cutthroat troutare being addressed bygovernment officials. It appears

they may have been longgone as pure strains ofwestslope cutthroats.Gone—geneticallyspeaking—because ofhybridization withstocked trout over aperiod of many decadesprior to the 1950s.

The Alberta recordcutthroat trout (9 lbs. 9.0ozs.) was caught in theCastle River in southwestAlberta in 1998 by ErnestBrazzoni, a trout hevirtually hunted over aperiod of a couple ofyears before finallycatching it on aStimulator dry flypattern. Regardless of their

actual status (i.e. whetherthey’re westslope orhybrids) cutthroat troutremain an angler’sdelight. The speciesinhabits many cold,headwater streams andhigh altitude lakes,deemed too cold for

rainbows. Furthermore, they’ve actuallyexpanded their range over the past decade or soafter being swept downstream from theirmountain lairs into Alberta’s foothill streams inthe Oldman River basin—Alberta’s primecutthroat territory—as well as being stocked inmany suitable lakes and streams by the Albertagovernment.

Alberta’s Cutthroat Country

by Duane Radford


“A Castle River cutthroat trout taken ona hopper pattern.”

“You should always carry with you alarge selection of flies.”

shallow water where trout wait in search of fallinggrasshoppers. A 9-foot tapered leader is standardfare when dry fly fishing for cutthroat trout instreams.

Regarding nymphs, for anglers who want sure-fire action, the Prince Nymph and Pheasant Tailbead-head nymphs are old standbys. It isn’tnecessary to use a strike indicator when fishingwith nymphs. Simply cast the nymph into holdingwater and let the nymph float in a dead drift. Usea 9-foot tapered leader on a floating line, andwhen you get a strike set the hook. Hold the flyline between your index and middle finger tosense a strike.

I’ll usually fish with a streamer if I’m fly-fishingfor cutthroat trout on a stream with lots of deepruns and pools, especially when walkingdownstream. Weighted black and olive WoollyBuggers, brown and purple cone-head WoollyBuggers and Marabou Muddler patterns are mygo-to streamers in freestone streams. I use a 3-footleader with a sink-tip line when streamer fishing,not a full sink line.

Major floods in 1995 and 2005 pushed cutthroattrout downsteam to the Castle, Crowsnest andOldman rivers where they’ve taken up newhomes, but nobody knows how long they’llremain in this new territory.

One of the best ways to catch cutthroat trout isby fly-fishing and the itinerant fly-fisher has threebasic methods to search out his quarry, using (1)dry fly patterns, (2) nymphs and (3) streamers, allof which are effective. Appropriate fly rods in #4 -6 weights are the norm.

I’m not a fly-fishing snob. However, I’ve foundthat it’s easier to catchcutthroat trout on a fly rodthan with spinning gear onstreams, in particular, becauseyou can cover the water moreeffectively. Spin casting enthusiasts should try theusual tackle such as Mepps Anglia spinners, thePanther Martin and Colorado spinner and targetholding water at the tail out of pools and seams inruns and riffles. Fishing with bait is banned invirtually all water with ‘cuts in Alberta.

When there’s surface action, dry flies should beused but on occasion it can be very difficult tomatch the hatch. Once, while on a guided fishingtrip on a mountain stream in British Columbia,cutthroat trout were rising like crazy after a smallmidge. My guide went through more than twodozen patterns before finding one that worked—aGrey Wulff—which was dynamite. It was the oneand only fly that got any action. The moral of thisstory is to have deep pockets in your fly box.Contrary to popular belief cutthroats are notalways pushovers, and can sometimes be verydifficult to catch, even in situations where fishingpressure is very light.

If there’s no surface action I use several attractorpatterns to search out active cutthroat trout, forexample; a Turks Tarantula, Madame X or myfavourite foam fly, which is a Chernobyl Ant. Ifish these patterns in a dead drift for starters but ifthat doesn’t work I’ll skate them over promisinglairs (by stripping the fly). If there’s a cutthroattrout around a skated attractor pattern usually getssome action. Other popular dry flies for cutthroatsare the Parachute Adams, Elk Hair Caddis, orangeand yellow Humpy and various colouredStimulators, especially where there’s a lot ofpocket water. In late summer and during theautumn hopper patterns are very effective (e.g. MoJoe Hopper and the Franken hopper Parachute)fished up tight to stream banks in relatively

When fly-fishing lakes, I’d suggest using smallstreamers such as the Little Brook Trout and LittleRainbow trout or Mickey Finn, which will getstrikes or Wooly Bugger patterns if there’s nosurface action. Try to match the hatch if the troutare rising on still waters; again have a full fly boxof the same sort of patterns mentioned earlier, oneof which should work.

Check these regulations for open and closedseasons on lakes and streams in the Eastern SlopesFish Management Zone where most cutthroattrout occur. The open season dates for trout-stocked lakes, reservoirs and ponds in this zoneare different than for “listed” waters, as areregulations pertaining to catch limits and use ofbait. Open and closed season dates for streams arevariable as are bag limits while bait bans are ineffect except for portions of a few rivers.There’s nothing quite like the sight of a cutthroat

trout as it darts towards a fly from the depths of adeep pool or run—the suspense can be nervewracking before the fish takes the fly and you setyour hook!

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“Where there is surface action dry fliesshould be used.”

“A gorgeouscutthroat trouttaken on a fly.”

multitude of things. Obviously, when runningacross a lake or river it’s critical to know thedepth but your sonar unit can also indicatespeed, water temperature, bottom composition,structure, and of course fish. I like to have asonar unit at every position where I could becontrolling the boat from. My latest boat is atiller, so I’ve got a sonar unit at the rear of theboat and I have a second unit at the front of the

boat for when I’m fishing fromthere and controlling the boatwith the bow-mounted electricmotor. For boats that are

controlled from aconsole, onesonar unit shouldbe on theconsole andanother on thebow if the boathas a bow-mounted electricmotor.

Both of mysonar units havepermanently

mountedtransducers, so allI need to do is

plug the unit in and it’s ready to use. I also usemounts that permit easy removal of the actualsonar units. These mounts also permit the unitto be adjusted for easier viewing. If you arerunning a small boat with no batteries, aportable sonar unit with a suction cup mounttransducer may fit the bill perfectly and it canalso be transferred to other boats or used in thewinter through the ice.

Many of today’s sonar units also have a GPSbuilt in but it does increase the cost of the unitsubstantially. I personally couldn’t imaginefishing without a GPS in a boat and I run acombination sonar/GPS unit at the rear and atthe bow. I’ve also added a mount that allows meto use my portable hand-held GPS unit. Ifhaving two GPS units in the boat isn’t in thebudget, these handheld units work well and canbe easily moved around the boat with the use ofportable mounting brackets. I added a 12-voltplug in that’s wired to the boat’s battery where Ican plug in the portable GPS, so I’m not relyingon AA batteries for power.

There’s no need to break the bank when itcomes to electronics on your boat but in myopinion, a sonar unit and GPS are the bareminimum required.

Rod HoldersI couldn’t imagine fishing from as boat that

doesn’t have rod holders in it and I typicallyinstall at least six in mine. There should be atleast one at every spot an angler could be

I’ve run a lot ofdifferent fishingboats over thecourse of the past25 years and I’ve

personally rigged every oneof those boats to fit myfishing needs. While mostnew boats come pre-rigged

from the dealer these days, allthat really means is that themotor is mounted and all thecontrols are working. Usually,very little hasbeen done tosatisfy the needsof the seriousangler. And,truthfully, I’drather do thebulk of therigging myselfas it allows meto set the boatup to mypersonal wantsand needs.

SonarVirtually every fishing boat needs some sort of

a sonar unit in it and with high quality unitsselling for a couple hundred bucks these days,there’s really no reason not to have at least onein the boat. While often called fish finders ordepth finders, a quality sonar unit can tell you a

RIGGING YOUR RIDE

by TJ Schwanky


ALBERTAANGLINGRECORDS

Nothern Pike 38 lbs. 0.0 ozs.Walleye 15 lbs. 8.0 ozs.Perch 2 lbs. 15.5 ozs.Lake Whitefish 11 lbs. 10.1 ozs.Rocky Mtn. Whitefish

5 lbs. 10.5 ozs.Arctic Grayling 2 lbs. 15.0 ozs.Goldeye 4 lbs. 2.0 ozs.Bull Trout 17 lbs. 15.0 ozs.Lake Trout 52 lbs. 8.0 ozs.Brook Trout 14 lbs. 14.0 ozs.Rainbow Trout 20 lbs. 4 ozs.Brown Trout 17 lbs. 9.0 ozs.Cutthroat Trout 9 lbs. 9.0 ozs.Golden Trout 4 lbs. 6.5 ozs.Sauger 6 lbs. 2.6 ozs.Burbot 18 lbs. 11.8 ozs.Sturgeon 105 lbs. 0.0 ozs.Mooneye 1 lbs. 2.5 ozs.

If you have caught a fish in theprovince that may be a candidate for anew record, it must be registered withthe Alberta Fish and GameAssociation. Pertinent informationabout the fish must be submitted onan official Fish and Game Associationentry form that includes a swornaffidavit that the fish described waslegally taken by angling in Alberta andthat all measurements recorded forthat fish are correct. The fish must beweighed on a scale which is certifiedby Consumer and Corporate AffairsCanada. The fish should not be guttedbefore the necessary information hasbeen recorded.

For information about registering atrophy fish, please check the

Alberta Fish and Game AssociationWebsite at

www.afga.org

Your trophy will be listed in thepermanent records of the

Alberta Fish and Game Association.

“There are a number of items that every fishing boatshould be equipped with.”

to be mounted there. Bow mounts are typicallyfoot controlled, keeping both hands free forfishing and by pulling the boat rather thanpushing it, control is far easier. I run bothtransom and bow-mounted electric motors onmy boat but the bow mount definitely sees thebulk of the use and I could easily get alongwithout the transom motor.

It wasn’t all that long ago that 24-volt motorswere required to get sufficient thrust from anelectric motor but today, motors with up to 55-pounds thrust are being offered in 12-voltmodels. Trolling motors should not run off themain starting battery so with a 12-volt electricmotor, only one additional deep cycle battery isrequired. With a 24-volt system, two additionalbatteries are needed. If you have a boat inexcess of 17 feet and the motor is to be usedextensively for trolling, then a 70-100 poundthrust motor would be worth considering but forthe most part, a 55-pound electric motor will dothe job. More important than thrust in myopinion is that the shaft on the electric motor belong enough to keep the drive unit in the waterin large waves.

sitting. There are several rod holders on themarket that just require a bracket to be mountedand the actual rod holder slips in and out. Thiskeeps them out of the way when not in use andyou can save money by only buying a few ofthe actual rod holders and placing extramounting brackets around the boat. I only carryfour actual rod holders but have eight positionsin the boat where they may be mounted. Youactually need to sit in the boat with a rod inhand to determine all the possible mountinglocations. I don’t think you can ever have toomany rod holder mounts in your boat.

Electric MotorsAn electric motor is another tool that I

wouldn’t be without on a boat. Often referred toas trolling motors, these electric marvels servemany purposes. While they can be used fortrolling, they are more often used for precisepositioning, holding in a wind or current,moving along structure or in extremely shallowwater. The can be mounted on the transom orbow but for my money, the bow mount is by farthe best option if your style of boat permits one

Other AccessoriesPadded seats with a back rest are another

absolute necessity in my opinion. While manyboats come standard with them, other don’t andI’d highly recommend adding them. For boatswith bench seating, it’s usually just a simplematter of either clamping or bolting the seatonto the bench. Make sure you get a seat thatswivels as well. Your back will appreciate it atthe end of a long day.

I just picked up a new boat this year and Ikind of went a bit accessory and if you take astroll through your favourite sporting goodsstore, you’ll be shocked at just how manyaccessories thereare. While theones listed aboveare what Iconsider anecessity, othersjust make thingsmore convenient.I came acrosssome nifty lureholders the otherday that screwedon to the gunwale,so I picked up aset of those andmounted onebeside my seat atthe stern andanother beside theseat at the front. I change lures a lot whenfishing and rather than having them lyingaround the boat, I can just hang them on theholder. Considering how often I spill coffee inmy boat, I’ll likely add a few cup holders andI’ve already purchased a battery conditiongauge so I can keep track of how much chargeis remaining in my trolling motor battery.

While a fully-equipped fishing boat may notbe in the budget, with a few accessories, it’seasy to turn even the most Spartan utility boatinto a well-appointed fishing rig. I really enjoyrigging my boats. It’s the personal touches thatmake the boat comfortable and efficient for meto fish out of. There are definitely a number ofaccessories that every boat should be equippedwith and there are countless others that can beadded to fit your personal needs and wants.

“Every fishing boat needs a sonar unitthat will tell you a multitude of things.”


“There should be at least one rod holderat every spot an angler can sit.”

“A lure holder keeps your tackle off theboat floor and in easy access.”

“A GPS is an importanttool when fishingunfamiliar waters.”

At first glance,it’s not themost enticingthing to asksomeone to

do: go out on a cold winterday, sit on the ice of awindsweptlake and

stare down a hole into the coldwater below. Many people justdon’t understandthe attraction.However, manyothers considerice-fishing one ofthe best winterpastimes. In manyways it’s all amatter of attitude.If you place safetyfirst, dress for theconditions andhave the properequipment, a dayon the ice can bevery enjoyable, notto mention the fishyou catch. Thefollowing are some of the basic things toconsider.

SafetyIce-fishing is a safe activity if a few common-

sense precautions are taken. Safety shouldalways be your number one concern. Read “UseCaution on Ice” on page 18 of this guide andfollow the guidelines closely, especiallyregarding ice thicknesses. Falling through iceinto frigid water is no joke. You just have a fewminutes before your body temperature drops toa level where it will no longer function.

Driving on ice can be very dangerous if a fewrules aren’t followed. Always drive with seatbelts off, windows at least partially open anddoors unlatched. If your vehicle breaks through,get out as quickly as possible. The unlatcheddoors and opened windows will help you swingthe doors against the water pressure.

Drive slowly and cautiously and don’t followtoo closely behind another vehicle. A sheet ofice over water is quite plastic. A heavy object,such as a vehicle, actually bends the ice like abasketball rolling on a taught blanket. This iswhy you hear cracking when a vehicle passesnear you on the lake and the water rises andfalls in your fishing hole; the ice is bendingunder the weight. As the vehicle moves acrossthe lake, it pushes a wave of bending ice aheadof it. If the vehicle travels fast enough tooverride the wave, there is danger the ice willbreak up, regardless of its thickness.

Don’t park close to another vehicle. As well,don’t leave your vehicle in one place too long.Depending on the thickness and quality of theice, the weight of the vehicle may eventuallyweaken it.

Before you venture on the ice with yourvehicle, check your insurance coverage. You

might be surprised to find yourpolicy doesn’t cover travel onice-covered lakes. If in doubtabout using a vehicle, you can

easily drag yourequipment ontothe lake using asimple sled.

ClothingWarm clothing

is essential.Layering ofclothes allowsyou to adjust tothe weatherconditions. Startoff with longunderwear andwarm socks.Then add yourouterwear

followed by sweater, warm parka, toque andmittens. A good pair of insulated and water-proof boots will keep your feet warm. Insulatedpants or coveralls will also help on the coldestdays.

EquipmentThe amount

of gear yourequire to icefish can be assimple or ascomplicated asyou want tomake it. Inreality, all youreally need area means to cuta hole, somefishing line andlures or bait. Inthe old days,ice anglersused to cutrelatively largeholes in the icewith an axe,pry bar andsaw. Of course,today we haveaugers, bothpower and manual. An inexpensive manualauger can do the job very well and provide youwith a little exercise and a means of warmingup. Power augers can save you time and cutmany more holes but they are not a necessity.Special ladle-like strainers are available atfishing stores to scoop out the ice chips fromthe water after the hole is drilled.

There are a variety of ice-fishing rods andreels on the market. I find the simplest oneswork just fine. Some of the more sophisticated

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ICE-FISHING BASICS

by Don Meredith


“A variety of rods and reels for ice-fishing areavailable to the ice angler.”

“Although not necessary,a power auger will saveyou time and effort.”

to get out of the elements. These are constructed with lumber andplywood and can be quite intricate affairs, complete with heaters, bunks,cook stoves and even TV. The problem is their transportation, andsometimes the shacks are abandoned and become a hazard on the lake. Ifyou build a shack, please respect the lake and the law: remove it wellbefore spring break-up. As an alternative and a great way to learn aboutice-fishing, you can rent ice-fishing shacks from commercial operators onsome lakes.

Shelters are not essential. If you don’t have a shack or tent and still wantto see what’s coming to your hook, just put down a tarp by the hole, liedown prone on the tarp with your head over the ice hole, and place a darkplastic tarp or garbage bag over your head shutting out outside light. Waita few minutes for your eyes to adjust to the dark and you will soon seedeeper into the water where your hook awaits the approach of the nextfish.

Be PreparedAlthough ice breakthroughs are rare, they do occur. Plan for trouble!

Have a knife, ice pick or large nails and a pack of waterproof matches inyour parka pocket ready for emergency use. I carry two spikes tiedtogether with a long cord in my pocket that I can easily grab. If I shouldfall through, I can use the spikes to crawl out on the ice surface. I can usethe matches to start a fire on shore to get quickly warm and change intodry clothes.

Keep handy in your vehicle or sled an extra set of dry clothes (or a largeblanket) in a plastic bag and a thermos filled with warm drink. Don’t goon the ice alone. If you get into trouble, you’ll need help.

Have Fun!A day on the ice can be enjoyable for the whole family. Pack a lunch,

some hot chocolate or soup and create the kind of day that will be fondlyremembered by all!

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have sensitive tips that indicate when fish, like perch or whitefish, aresoftly nibbling on your line before you feel them.

Of course, lures and bait vary with the species you are fishing. One ofmy favorite fishes is the lake whitefish and it will come to wire wormstied horizontally to your fishing line. These simple lures (coloured wirewrapped around a hook) imitate worms emerging from the bottom mud.Although northern pike will take a wire worm, they more readily come toflashier baits. Trout and perch will come to small tear-drop jigs that attachto your line through a side ring such that the jig hangs at a right angle tothe line. Bait, such as shrimp or maggots, attached to the jig also helpsattract fish.

There is nothing like a beautiful day on a sun-drenched lake with little orno wind. That is when you can take off some of those layers of clothesand enjoy the scenery and clean fresh air. However, when the wind startsto blow, a lake doesn’t provide much shelter from the biting cold andthose layers go back on. Many ice anglers bring ice-fishing tents in whichthey can escape the wind. In these tents the environment is darkened andthe angler’s eyes adjust to the dim light in the water below the ice,allowing the fish coming to bait to be seen. If the sun is out, the dark tentsabsorb the sunlight heating the air inside. Many styles of tents can bepurchased from fishing stores, but some anglers make their own.

The creation of ice shacks or shanties on lakes is another way for anglers

“A tent can get you out of the elements and allow you to seedown the hole.”


“Wh“What’s yourschedule like thisweek?” asked myfriend Randy.“Kim and I are

ice-fishing on Thursday; there’s roomfor one more if you’re interested.”

I just happened to be in the mood forsome mid-winter perch and this wasthe excuse I’d been waiting for.Reports at the local Fishin’ Holeindicated several perch lakes wereproducing, so we headed up to anobscure and rather remote littlelake a couple hours north ofEdmonton.

On the road by 6:00 a.m. weanticipated a strong day on thehard water. “I fished this a week ago and itproduced well,” said Randy. “All else beingequal, it should be a great day.”

Fast forward several hours and I wasspeechless. The action was unbelievable andone of the best days I’ve ever had on the ice!We lost count at around 150 perch and a fewincidental pike. Most were released of course

but we did take our limit home for the fryingpan. From the moment we dropped our line inthe water it was fish after fish. If we went morethan a couple minutes without a bite, it wastime to move to the next hole.

As experienced perch anglers, weknew it was important to drill lots ofholes. Our strategy was to stay mobileand fish aggressively, probing holeafter hole until we located schools ofhungry perch. While not always thecase, that day it didn’t take much effortto find fish, and big ones at that. At

least one in every five was ajumbo.

Alberta is a province loadedwith these feisty panfish.

Yellow perch (Perca flavescens)inhabit many of our big and small lakes andeven some larger slow-moving waterways.Abundant, accessible, and relatively easy tocatch, perch make the ideal target species foranglers of all ages. To top it off, perch limits areliberal and they are one of the finest eatingfreshwater game fish available in our province.With minimal equipment and a little know-how,

perch fishing can offer great fun for the entirefamily.

One of my fondest perch fishing memoriesduring the open water season is of a day onGarner Lake. It was early summer, the sky wasclear and the bright sun pierced the crystal clearwater illuminating everything to a depth of atleast three metres. I watched in amazement asloose schools of perch cruised back and forthalong a drop-off only a stone’s throw from theshoreline. We’d been fishing for walleye butthis was too enticing to ignore. Switching tolighter tackle and attaching a small bobber, wespent what seemed like hours catching andreleasing perch after perch. Typical of mostAlberta lakes, most were small, but once in awhile, we’d hook a better one. As a common forage fish for larger predatory

species, perch can often be fished in similarlocations that one would probe for these otherspecies. Schools of perch commonly movealong or near structure like underwater reefs,drop-offs, humps, and shoals. Year round theycan be found at variable depths. In mostinstances, perch are where you find them. Iknow this doesn’t sound all that scientific, butit’s true. Do some exploring and you’ll findperch throughout many regions of our locallakes. Sometimes they’ll be in 12 metres (40feet) of water, and other times, in three metres(10 feet) of water. I’ve even caught them in aslittle as a half-metre (two feet) of water.

Whenever possible, I like to begin my searchoff mid-lake structure like islands or alongshoreline bays and inlets, so a hydrographicmap or sonar is an important tool for any perchangler looking for ideal spots on a given lake.Electronics can be a real asset when scouringthe water for perch. Locating schools of smallfish on the sonar may indicate the presence ofperch. While casting and retrieving can andcertainly does result in perch hook-ups,particularly with the bigger specimens, avertical more stationary presentation generallyoutperforms the active cast and retrieveapproach. Bigger, incidental perch aresometimes caught while actively jigging forother species like walleye.

No matter what season you’re fishing forperch, similar lures can be used. Keep size andcolour in mind. As a rule, the smaller the lurethe better it will perform. Micro jigs are often

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Year Round PerchYear Round Perch

Yellow perch are an attractive fish.

by Kevin Wilson


die-off due to lowered oxygen levels in thewater. Even as daytime temperatures rise abovezero degrees Celsius, and the ice begins tosoften, from mid-March to mid-April you can’tgo wrong on perch.

Jigging is the preferred method of choice for

most perch anglers both in the summer andwinter. The vertical jigging motion is used toattract the perch, but then very subtle twitchesand jigs can ultimately prompt the strike. Perchoften peck at the baited hook gently, so it can beadvantageous to use a slip bobber or other typeof strike indicator. Experienced perch anglerswill fish a vertical jig by lifting and shaking it,even giving it a subtle swimming action toattract fish. While perch may take the baited

ideal. My personal favourite is a tiny 1/32 whiteand red grub jig tipped with a couple maggots.Some anglers prefer to go bigger and some evensmaller yet, but size can depend on what you’reafter, i.e. average sized perch or jumbos.Teardrop hooks work great, as do a variety ofsmaller Len Thompsonyellow and red Five ofDiamonds and anassortment of jig headstipped with maggots,meal worms orPowerBait.

Ultralight rods, reelsand basic monofilamentlines in 1-2 lb. test aregenerally sufficient forcatching perch yearround. Morespecialized lines arealways an option, butgenerally unnecessary.

Yellow perch are arguably the most commonwinter game fish in Alberta. Many anglersprefer perch to other species due to theireagerness to bite the hook and their fine eating.Perch are characteristically smaller and foryoungsters this makes them easier to handle.Feeding activity is often strong throughout themid-winter months. Foraging mostly on insects,small organisms, and sometimes minnows,perch are one species less susceptible to winter

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hook on the drop or the rise, most often theytake the hook when it is stationary. Becauseperch are small, focus and attention to theslightest bump or tug on the line is imperative.Feel a strong tug and you may have a jumbo onthe end of your line.

Given that perch areoften found at extremedepths, remember it’salways wise to bring themup slowly. Reel in tooquickly and you’ll stressthe fish. A commonmistake made by manyanglers is setting the hookand yanking perch to thesurface quickly. By doingthis, the swim bladder canbe filled with air to thepoint of no return causingirreversible harmsometimes killing the fish.

Many of us release most of the perch we catchbecause they are too small, so handling themproperly should be a priority. Abundant and eager feeders, no other sportfish

in Alberta is as accessible for anglers of all skilllevels and during all seasons. If you’re lookingfor some fine table fare and a great opportunityto get the family outdoors, look no further, theperch are calling.


An 8” hole in the ice is plenty bigenough for perch.

Small jigs and soft plastics armed withbait make a dynamite combo for perch.

written on location principles teaching you howto locate fish during different times of year. Thebook I recommend for this is “Walleye Wisdom”by Al Lindner and In Fisherman. It is an olderbook but worth every penny. You will save whatyou spend on it in boat fuel on your first trip.

Those of you that fish thesame lakes often enough willknow where all the boats

congregate at certain times ofyear. Finding thefish has been donefor you as it hasbeen passed downfrom generationsof anglers beforeyou. We have allbeen there too,where the boatnext to you isslammin’ them andyou can’t buy afish. They’rejigging, you’rejigging, they catchmore, you switchjigs, they catchmore, you try the

same colour, they catch more and you finally getfed up and leave. It ain’t luck either, although wechock it up to that as not to hurt our fragile egos.

It all boils down to putting the boat on top offish and then using the boat and rod in unison topresent your bait. If I am jigging for walleye,

Iwas racking mybrain trying to comeup with somethingthat would help youin your angling

adventures this summer.Man… Ithink it hasall been

written. How many differentways can you cast,troll or flip ajig—it’s stilljigging no matterwhat slant I put onthe story or whatcolour the jig is.Then all of asudden I had anepiphany; it ain’tabout the jig! It’sabout coordinatingfish location withboat control andfinally with rodcontrol in thatorder. When theyall come together,you will catch more walleyes.

Most anglers are eager to get out and catch fishwith their new gear that they forget the other twocritical aspects; without those pre-cursorscatching fish is tough. Lakes are big and fish arecertainly not everywhere. Reams have been

which is probably the most effective all aroundmethod for catching them, I know that it is afairly slow presentation and that I have to be ontop of or to the side of the fish to catch them. Iuse my knowledge in combination with my boatand sonar to locate the structure and fish. At thispoint I usually drop a fish icon or a waypoint. Ipower down the big engine, put down myelectric motor and slowly move into where Iwant to be. And, I mean exactly where I want tobe. At this point I like to use a transom mountedelectric motor and troll ever so slowlybackwards. This allows me infinite control as themotor pulls the boat rather than it pushing theboat going forward. Forward trolling slowly withany breeze is like trying to hold up a wet noodle.The bow will be at the mercy of the breeze andyou will be correcting every few seconds. Try tofish this way and you are guaranteed not to becoordinated. The person in the front of the boatwon’t stand a chance as the bow will be all over

ANGLING COORDINATIONIS THE SECRET TO WALLEYE

by Claudio Ongaro


Proper sonar use is a critical component of thesuccessful walleye angler.

Fish location combined with boat androd control guarantees more walleye.

the place and so will the jig. Point the transominto the wind, the hull will act like a weathervane pivoting on the transom mounted motor andyou can slip along a structure slowly, in controland with ease.

Here comes the hard part; you have to get thejig baited and in the water while maintaining theboat’s location on what you feel are fish. Mostwalleye like jigs presented slowly and within afew inches of their face. If they are in a neutralmood, they may not swim for your baited jig butrather require you to move slowly along a fewinches every few seconds, feeling the bottomwith your jig hoping to get close enough to awalleye willing to open up. This means youpractically have to bump them on the nose forthem to hit your bait. Travel too fast now andthey won’t chase it. Forward trolling will put thefront angler’s jigs swinging left then right toofast for a strike in most instances.

Trolling backwards slowly is easy if there is nowind. But as the wind starts to kick up, stayingcoordinated becomes more and more difficult.The wind begins to slap the transom around aswell as blow your line around combining tomake it harder and harder to stay on fish andconsequently feel the bottom or a strike. Throwin a fairly steep piece of walleye structure andyou will be challenged to keep it all together soeveryone in the boat can catch fish. This is thevery essence of walleye angling and what makesit so much fun.

I’d like to relate a little tale from several yearsago. I remember it well as it was one of my mostcoordinated days on the water yet filled withsome inside humour that I still use to this daywhen fishing with a partner. I get a secret littlekick out of it every time and I urge you to try itonce just to prove to your fishing partner howcritical boat control and positioning really are, orto win a bet.

My wife Linda and I fished a tournament onMoose Lake back in 1989. We found fish on avery small but steep point. I think the break wentfrom 12 to 30 feet or something like that. It wasmore of a wall than a drop off and the fish wereconcentrated at the very bottom of the breakwhere it met the lake floor. We were both usingdouble rigs held vertically on top of the fish. Thewind was light and it was quite easy to keep bothof us on fish. If Linda would lament for whateverreason, I would hang the front end of the boatover the shallow water and she could not buy afish while I kept slammin’ them. Of course Ididn’t do it for long that day as it was atournament. I have done it several times over thelast twenty years though if she won’t pass me a

Coke or grab me a leech; I hang her off the deepend of a break and get the Coke or leech myself.I can’t do everything! She has picked up on itnow and when I ask for a Coke she even opensthe tab—you have to love boat control.

If you don’t have an electric trolling motor, Iwould strongly urge you to get one. They makestaying coordinated much easier. You can dothings with an electric you just can’t do witheven the smallest gas kicker.

I use a Minn Kota Vector 3X electric motor on

the back of my boat. I chose it because of twomain features: I can rotate the head and put itinto back troll mode without taking the motorapart like I used to in the past. This is done witha simple pin now. I also like the fact that it has3X steering, which means for every move Imake, it moves three times further. I don’t haveto swing my arm to the outside of the boat anymore to make a sharp correction.

Have a great year on the water and I hope thishelps you catch more walleyes!

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Most walleye like jigs presented slowly and right in front of their face.


- photo Rob Miskosky

Dena Squarebriggs of Brooks,Alberta is our northern pike andoverall champion for 2009.Dena’s 49.5-inch northern pike

was almost a full 9% longer thanthe provincial record for pike.Dena’s fish was caught at LakeNewell and weighed in at 31 lbs15 oz. with a 22-inch girth. Denawill now be winging it to a fly-inlake courtesy of Mikisew SportFishing! Way to go Dena!

James Peterson of Chinook,Alberta is our 2009 AlbertaWalleye Champion.James’ walleye was caught in

the Red Deer River andmeasured in at 32 1/2 inches inlength and weighed 8 lbs 2 oz.with a 15.5” girth. James wins$300 and bragging rights for the2010 season.

Way to go James!

Cary Hackler of Calgary,Alberta is our rainbow troutwinner for 2009. Cary’s rainbow was caught at

Phyllis Lake and weighed in at10 lbs 11.25 ozs. Cary’s fishmeasured 28-inches long andhad a 16-inch girth.Cary wins $300 for his trout

and he becomes our RainbowTrout Champion for 2009.

Good job Cary!

HONOURABLE MENTIONEvery year we get an entry that just

deserves mentioning and this yearthat honour belongs to MarkusWollman of Raymond, Alberta.Markus caught this 31 1/2-inch, 13pound walleye from Milk River RidgeReservoir. Markus wins a free 1-yearsubscription to the AlbertaOutdoorsmen magazine.

OVERALL CHAMPION – NORTHERN PIKE

CHAMPION – WALLEYE

CHAMPION – RAINBOW


2010 RULES1) Any Alberta resident fishing legally in the public waters of Alberta may enter. “Public waters” means streams, lakes and reservoirs including

government stocked ponds, but not private and commercial fish ponds. Each entry will be examined to ensure anglers have obeyed all sportfishing regulations.

2) Contest opens April 1, 2010 and Sports Scene Publications must receive all entries by January 30, 2011. All entries must be filled out completely and accurately.

3) Eligible fish species that may be entered are Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike and Walleye. Anglers must have caught these fish by means of legal angling in Alberta. Catch-and-release of these fish is encouraged. For each species category, a prize will be awarded to the angler who caught the fish having the longest total length.

4) The Grand Prize will be awarded to the angler whose fish won its category and came closest (on a percentage basis) to the length of the current provincial record for that species.

5) An angler may enter up to two fish per species.6) Each entry must include two photographs of the fish. The first photograph should be of the angler holding his or her fish. The second

photograph must clearly show the length of the fish with a rigid measuring device touching and clearly showing the length of the fish. All photographs become the property of Sports Scene Publications Inc. and may be reproduced at Sports Scene’s discretion.

7) Catch-and-release fishing is encouraged, and must be followed where required by regulations. Entries submitted for fish caught and immediately released do not require a second photograph illustrating the fish length provided that the entry is accompanied by a letter signed by a witness attesting to the length of the fish (name, address and telephone number of the witness is required).

8) If in the opinion of the judges there are not sufficient entries of suitable quality in a category, no prize will be awarded for that species.9) If there is a tie in a category where the judges cannot determine a difference between the lengths of two or more entered fish, the judges will

determine a winner by evaluating the quality of the photographs of each fish.10) Sports Scene Publications reserves the right to reject or accept any entry and all decisions are final.11) All prizes must be accepted as awarded.

Name:Address: City:Postal Code: Phone:

Division: Rainbow Walleye N. PikeName of Lake, River or Stream:Nearest Town or City:Length of Fish: Girth: Weight:

MAIL TO: Sports Scene Publications Inc#100, 10642 - 178 Street, Edmonton AB T5S 1H4

The winner in each category will recieve a cheque for$300.00 as well as have his or her picture, with theircatch, published in next year’s regulations as well as inan issue of the Alberta Outdoorsmen Magazine. TheGrand Prize winner of a fly-in fishing trip for two withNorthern Mikisew Sport Fishing, valued at $2600.00 willbe determined by the judging committee.

2010 ANGLER OF THE YEAR ENTRY FORM


Anyone that has spenttime fishing for walleyeand pike can testify tothe fact that plastic baitsand jigs take a beating

from the predatory teeth of thesefavourite game fish. I’ve been on tripswhen jigs have been shredded to thepoint where they simply won’tstay fastened to a hook. Mostof those well-used jigs hit thegarbage can when I return toshore but inrecent years I’vestarted to collectthe seeminglydisposable baits.

Why wouldanyone want tokeep jig bodieswhen they nolonger stay on ajig? How aboutto use those oldjigs as a colourtarget, scentattractor and baitlock? Thedescription ofmy old jigs make them sound like high-techfishing gadgets but in fact the concept of usingold plastic baits is quite simple. Take yourpocket knife and cut the remaining jig body intosmall segments. When you fish bait, such asminnows, leeches or worms, add a piece of thesoft plastic to enhance the colour of your

any lake. When it comes to fishing deep waterthe jig is my absolute favourite as I canmaintain contact with the bottom and feel whatmy bait is doing at all times. In order toincrease my success rate in deep, dark water Iprefer to fish glowing baits. Whether it’s a jighead or a soft plastic body, the emitted lightfrom glowing bait always draws more attention.Any lure or bait that has been painted with

glow needs to be charged. Glow paints andglow powders work by absorbing light and thenreleasing it over a period of time. It can often bedifficult to properly charge a glow surface butthere are a few tricks out there to make it easyand allow your bait to glow longer.

The new LED flashlights have incrediblyintense light. The small flashlights can beused to charge glow baits quickly andeffectively. The lights are often small andinexpensive, allowing you to purchaseone and store it in your tackle box so thatit is always available. If you are stuck outfishing with no way to charge up a glowsurface a camera flash will also workgreat. I never go fishing without my

camera and a couple quick hits of light from acamera flash is usually enough to keep baitfully charged for a long period of time.

Try fishing glow baits if you’re having troublegenerating strikes. The extra light emittingqualities may be your ticket to attracting morefish and generating more strikes.Anyone that has fished deep structure during

the open water will know that the more line youhave off your reel the harder it is to feel astrike. By fishing with braided line in deepwater situations you can drastically increaseyour ability to feel your hook, the substrate anda strike. Braided line doesn’t provide anadvantage for all fishing situations but in a casewhere you might have trouble detecting a strikethrough a lengthy piece of line, it can be worthits weight in fish fillets. Braided line does notstretch, providing more sensitivity whenneeded.

The easiest way to stay versatile with yourfishing line is to carry extra spools for your reel.You can keep them set up with your favouritemonofilament and braided line to cover anysituation. When using braided line remember touse a rod that has a softer tip than what youwould use with monofilament. The no-stretchproperties of the braid coupled with a stifffishing rod can result in missed fish orsituations where you tear the hook from a fish’smouth. A soft tipped rod will act as a shockabsorber for the braided line, which has nostretch.

When the water warms up during the peak ofsummer we are often forced to fish deep in orderto be successful. Big, mature fish seek out thecooler water and require the oxygen richenvironment. Going geared with the right lineand rod will increase your success rates ofcatching and landing the big ones.

Have you ever had one of those days when you

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offering. Many of the soft plastics arescented and the small piece that youadd may be the extra trigger needed toentice a strike. I started using the jigpieces when barbless hook regulationscame into effect. A wiggling, freshnight crawler can slip off a barblesshook quicker than Houdini could find

his way out of a straight jacket. Icut up some of my favourite jigbodies and placed the segmentson the tip of my hook in order

to prevent mybait fromescaping. Itworked greatand my catchrates increased.

Instead ofcutting up new

jigs keep the beat up and well used ones in aZiploc bag and store them with your favouritebait rigs or hooks. The colourful little targetsand bait locks may just increase the number offish you bring home and reduce your overallbait budget.

Jigs and bait are a great way to target fish in

FISHING TIPS & TRICKS

by Brad Fenson


“There are anumber of tips andtricks that can makeyour next fishingtrip even moresuccessful.”

caught lots of fish but had trouble getting themto the boat? Sometimes the fish have so muchfight in them that it almost seems impossible toland them with all the twisting and pulling thatthey do trying to get free. Over the years I’vefound that trout are one of the worst culprits forthrowing a hook. Whether you’re targetingrainbow or lake trout these torpedo-shaped fishcan be extremely hard to land.

If you’re having trouble keeping fish on yourhook try upsizing. By upsizing your treble byone size you’ll quickly discover that fish cantwist and pull all they want but more of themwill make it to your landing net. Whether youlike to fish crankbaits, spoons, spinners or evenflatfish, make sure to carry some oversizedtrebles to increase your hooking and holdingpower. Keep them sharp and your success ratewill increase even more.

It is easy to change out factory installedtrebles. A set of split ring pliers is standardequipment at any tackle shop, allowing you topry open the rings, holding the hook to yourlure, and change it out quickly. The split ringpliers also help to ensure you don’t damage therings or compromise their strength.

I can recall a great day of lake trout anglingwhere a quick upsized treble ensured that onlythe first fish I hooked got away. The rest madeit successfully to the boat where I got to decidewhich ones could swim away.

With all your extra knowledge about fishing

baits, with colour and scent and using glowinglures and braided line in deep water you’re sureto hook into a trophy of a lifetime. If you lookat the Alberta Trophy Records Book listing thelargest fish that have been caught in Alberta,you’ll see that there is plenty of opportunity toset a provincial catch-and-release record. Carry

a tape measure and camera (same one you’ll useto charge your glow lures) and you could bepart of history on your next outing. And don’t forget to enter the Alberta

Outdoorsmen Angler of the Year Contest to wina fly-in fishing trip with Mikisew Sport Fishingand some cash. See page 93.


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