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Summer angler effort at sport fisheries in Alberta : interim data summary report

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Surveys to quantify angler effort on sport fisheries in central and western Alberta were conducted during the summer angling season (May to August). Instantaneous counts or remote camera counts of... More ≫

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Surveys to quantify angler effort on sport fisheries in central and western Alberta were conducted during the summer angling season (May to August). Instantaneous counts or remote camera counts of shore-based and boat-based anglers were conducted at lakes and river sites. Counts were conducted by ground-based and boat-based observers and by remote cameras. The survey was designed to estimate angler effort across a variety of managed recreational fisheries, including: catch-and-release, size limits, and special harvest licenses or tags for walleye.

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Pygmy Whitefish recovery plan : summary of public response

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Presents a summary of the responses received during a public survey on the Pygmy Whitefish Recovery Plan, and explains how the plan was redrafted to incorporate information gathered through the... More ≫

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Presents a summary of the responses received during a public survey on the Pygmy Whitefish Recovery Plan, and explains how the plan was redrafted to incorporate information gathered through the public response.

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Bow River : fisheries management zone ES1/PP1

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This fact sheet is an overview of fisheries management in the Bow River as of October 2021. The Bow River, originating in the Rocky Mountains, flows through the City of Calgary and supports an... More ≫

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This fact sheet is an overview of fisheries management in the Bow River as of October 2021. The Bow River, originating in the Rocky Mountains, flows through the City of Calgary and supports an internationally renowned fishery.

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Upper Pembina River : fisheries management zone ES3

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This fact sheet is an overview of fisheries management in the Upper Pembina River as of October 2021. The Upper Pembina River represents the southernmost extent of the natural range of Arctic... More ≫

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This fact sheet is an overview of fisheries management in the Upper Pembina River as of October 2021. The Upper Pembina River represents the southernmost extent of the natural range of Arctic grayling in Alberta, which is classified as a species of special concern.

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Lesser Slave Lake : fisheries management zone NB2

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This fact sheet is an overview of fisheries management in Lesser Slave Lake as of September 2021. Located 256 kilometres north of Edmonton, Lesser Slave Lake is Alberta's largest managed fishery,... More ≫

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This fact sheet is an overview of fisheries management in Lesser Slave Lake as of September 2021. Located 256 kilometres north of Edmonton, Lesser Slave Lake is Alberta's largest managed fishery, and supports a diversity of indigenous, recreational and tournament fishing opportunities.

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Survey to estimate angler effort on the Bow River near Calgary during June to September 2018

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This report outlines a survey that was conducted from June to September 2018 to quantify angling effort on the Bow River near Calgary, Alberta.

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Alberta's fishing opportunities

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This one-page infographic provides an overview of the diverse fishing experiences available in Alberta’s recreational fisheries.

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Fishing licences in Alberta

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This one-page infographic offers some quick facts about fishing and fishing licences in Alberta, and where the money goes when you purchase your licence.

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Bow River angling regulation review : terms of reference

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The review has the following aims: To examine whether the current sportfishing regulations are supported by the angling community, fishing guides, and other stakeholders; To determine the value of... More ≫

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The review has the following aims: To examine whether the current sportfishing regulations are supported by the angling community, fishing guides, and other stakeholders; To determine the value of the management interventions that have been conducted over the past decade to support angling activity and protect fish populations, using scientific data and creel surveys; To ensure regulations are aligned with Alberta’s anticipated Fish Conservation Strategy for 2011-2015 (release of this document is expected in the near future).

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Fisheries management and regulatory requirements for angling on the Lower Bow River : public consultation results and advisory committee recommendations : final report

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Alberta Environment concluded there was a need to review the fisheries management in the lower Bow River, from the Bearspaw Dam in Calgary downstream to Bassano, and to develop recommendations for... More ≫

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Alberta Environment concluded there was a need to review the fisheries management in the lower Bow River, from the Bearspaw Dam in Calgary downstream to Bassano, and to develop recommendations for future management of the fishery. The recommendations would be the basis for specific angling regulations and fisheries management objectives. An Advisory Committee comprised of people representing interests directly associated with the lower Bow River was established. The Committee developed a public involvement program to support their recommendation process. This report presents the results of the public consultations, and contains the recommendations of the Committee which have resulted from this consultation.

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