For Immediate Release 2009 ENV0028-000815 April 8, 2009 Ministry of Environment FRESHWATER ANGLERS WON’T NEED A LICENCE UNTIL APRIL 18 VICTORIA – Anglers who want to fish in British Columbia’s lakes, rivers and streams during the next nine days won’t have to worry about buying a new fishing licence, Environment Minister Barry Penner announced today. Penner signed an order earlier … Read More
No Fishing for Chinook in the Lower Lillooet River
RECREATIONAL – Salmon Fishery Notice – Fisheries and Oceans Canada Subject: FN0253-Salmon: Birkenhead River Chinook – Birkenhead River and Lower Lillooet River in Region 2 – Recreational Management Actions In 2008, the spawning escapement of Birkenhead River Chinook declined to a very low level. The 2009 returns are expected to be low as well and the Department is implementing additional … Read More