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Once you have your Missouri fishing license and read the MO fishing regulations, you can cast a line out for a largemouth bass on Jefferson Lake or reel in a hefty catfish from the shores of the Missouri River. Aside from bass and catfish, you can also find great freshwater fishing spots that hold bluegill, trout, carp, crappie, pickerel and sunfish.
Do you know how to properly identify each of the fish species that are found in Missouri? Do you know the regulations that apply for different types of fishing methods? The answer to both of these questions should be yes. Each state has a set of fishing regulations that have been put into place to help protect our fish populations now and for future generations of anglers.
More and more anglers are taking to our state waterways each year. However, with this increase in overall fishing participation must come an increase in awareness about protecting our natural resources and fish habitats. Fishing license or permit fees help contribute to fishery management, habitat protection, conservation education and other valuable state programs.
Missouri has its own set of fishing laws and regulations that need to be followed in order to protect their fish populations
Learn how you can start protecting our aquatic natural resources.
Additional resources and information can be found directly on the Missouri Department of Conservation site.
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