I’m Mike Parker with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.
During this tough time as our state respond to the COVID-19 break out, it is very important that all Pennsylvanians do their part to protect themselves and their families, and to decrease the spread of this virus.
Getting outdoors and fishing during this time can be good for your mental and physical health. However as we enjoy time on the water, we must stay constant with social distancing guidelines under Guv Wolf’s stay-at-home order.
With the excitement of spring fishing upon us, the Fish and Boat Commission provides the list below recommendations to assist keep you and others safe while fishing.
Do not fish if you are not feeling well.
If you are displaying any of the COVID-19 signs noted on the Center for Illness control’s website– please, stay at home.
Fish close to house. Slowing the spread of this virus begins with decreasing our journeys.
See FishandBoat.com to find fantastic places to fish near to home.
Fish either by yourself or with members of your instant household just.
Keep a safe physical distance from other anglers and do not share equipment.
If another angler techniques while you are fishing, gently turn your fishing rod to your side to provide a visual marker of a 6-foot social range. Please regard when another angler seeks extra space.
For those of you trout fishing, remember we have actually been equipping trout at an accelerated speed this year without the aid of volunteers. These fish have had a lot of time to spread out in the lakes and streams, so you need to spread out to catch them.
Think about fishing areas off the beaten course and well away from others.
If you come to your preferred fishing area and it’s crowded, relocate to another place.
Remember, there’s no rush to go fishing today. Our Fish and Boat team worked all year to offer quality fishing experiences throughout the year.
Prevent person-to-person contact purchase acquiring your fishing license online– using the FishBoatPA mobile app, or at FishAndBoat.com. You don’t need to show your license … and a digital picture of your license, saved to your mobile phone or mobile device can act as evidence of possession.
We know that these uncertain times will challenge our customs, but no fish deserves putting your health, or the health of your family at risk.
Remember, you don’t require to be symptomatic to spread this virus and following these simple rules while fishing can make a significant difference to sloe the curve of COVID-19.
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission appreciates your cooperation– as we protect our cherished outside activities, while remaining safe stay and healthy.
Thank you.
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