Fisherman with rod, spinning reel on the river bank. Sunrise. Fishing for pike, perch, carp. Fog against the backdrop of lake. background Misty morning. wild nature. The concept of a rural getaway.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is expecting registration for some statewide or regional fishing tournaments.
The DNR announced yesterday that any tournament without specific fishing dates or that has fewer than 20 boats or 100 participants will be required to register with the DNR starting April 1st but will be free to do so.
This will be required because of regulations the DNR makes for fishing tournaments or organized competitive fishing events where money or prizes are awarded to protect fish populations from overharvesting.
Only one registration is required per calendar year for tournaments that recur as part of a series and must be done 3 days before the tournament.
Anyone interested in hosting a fishing tournament in Wisconsin can visit the DNR’s Fishing Tournaments webpage for information about tournament requirements, registration deadlines, and permit and registration forms.
