Anglers hitting the ice this winter on Flaming Gorge Reservoir will notice a lot of activity by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. The WGFD recently initiated a two-month ice fishing creel survey at Flaming Gorge to collect information from anglers that will help biologists with future management of the fishery.
Green River Fisheries Biologist Craig Amadio says angler creel surveys are an important tool for collecting information used to adjust fishing regulations and stocking programs. Amadio says it has been ten years since a large-scale creel survey was conducted at Flaming Gorge and the fishery has experienced substantial changes since then. Anglers should not be surprised if they are occasionally visited by both creel clerks and game wardens on the same day.
“All anglers need to be aware of current fishing regulations and are strongly encouraged to use caution and good judgment while on the ice,” Amadio said. “Ice fishing is a great winter activity, but there are also risks involved. Always be aware of your surroundings and avoid dangerous areas around pressure ridges and open water. Make sure to have appropriate cold weather and safety gear and never ice fish alone.”
For more information about the winter creel survey or the Flaming Gorge fishery, call the Green River Game and Fish Regional Office at (307) 875-
Green River Fisheries Biologist Craig Amadio says angler creel surveys are an important tool for collecting information used to adjust fishing regulations and stocking programs. Amadio says it has been ten years since a large-scale creel survey was conducted at Flaming Gorge and the fishery has experienced substantial changes since then. Anglers should not be surprised if they are occasionally visited by both creel clerks and game wardens on the same day.
“All anglers need to be aware of current fishing regulations and are strongly encouraged to use caution and good judgment while on the ice,” Amadio said. “Ice fishing is a great winter activity, but there are also risks involved. Always be aware of your surroundings and avoid dangerous areas around pressure ridges and open water. Make sure to have appropriate cold weather and safety gear and never ice fish alone.”
For more information about the winter creel survey or the Flaming Gorge fishery, call the Green River Game and Fish Regional Office at (307) 875-
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