Publications

Alberta guide to sportfishing regulations

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Each issue of this annual guide presents general province-wide regulations for sportfishing as well as regulations specific to the various fish management zones in the province. Regulations in the... More ≫

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Each issue of this annual guide presents general province-wide regulations for sportfishing as well as regulations specific to the various fish management zones in the province. Regulations in the guide are effective from April 1 to March 31.

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The BearSmart guide : playing safely in bear and cougar country

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Information on bear safety, including how to identify grizzly and black bears, how to prevent trouble with bears, how to respond to a bear encounter, and information on bear deterrents (bear spray... More ≫

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Information on bear safety, including how to identify grizzly and black bears, how to prevent trouble with bears, how to respond to a bear encounter, and information on bear deterrents (bear spray and noisemakers). Also includes a section on cougars and cougar safety.

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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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Respect our lakes : responsible lake recreation

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This brochure explains how to enjoy recreational activities on Alberta's lakes while minimizing the impacts of these activities, to ensure that our lakes remain healthy and safe for everyone to enjoy.

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Competitive Fishing Event Licence conditions for summer events

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This document outlines license conditions for summer competitive fishing event organizers.

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Competitive fishing event best management practices

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This document outlines license conditions for winter competitive fishing event organizers.

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Competitive Fishing Event Licence conditions for winter events

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This document outlines license conditions for winter competitive fishing event organizers.

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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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