Spring and Summer fun is just around the corner. Anglers prepare for the 2024-25 season of fishing trips, catch-and-release outdoor adventures and competition to attain the biggest and best our waters have to offer.
Saskatchewan residents or out-of-province outdoor enthusiasts can now conveniently access and download this year's 2024-25 Anglers Guide to their phones or other devices serving as a quick reference to find information on all provincial angling regulations for Saskatchewan.
As the new season opens May 5th in the southern management zone, May 15th in the central management zone and May 25th in the northern management zone, anglers should be familiar with Saskatchewan's fishing regulations before heading out.
The Saskatchewan Anglers Guide details regulations, policies and practices that guide recreational fishing in the province, including a comprehensive listing of waterbodies, specific catch limits, special regulations, general prohibitions, fishing with bait, spearfishing, bow fishing, and more.
If you are interested in having a physical copy of the 2024-25 Saskatchewan Anglers Guide, they will be available at the Ministry of Environment’s field offices with front counter service where angling licenses are sold. Most provincial park offices and select retail outlets in early May will have copies available.
"Saskatchewan is lucky to be home to some of the best freshwater fishing in Canada," Environment Minister Christine Tell said. "With the 2024-25 guide now available, we encourage all anglers to review the guide to ensure your fishing activities are compliant with the regulations. We look forward to a safe and enjoyable fishing season for all anglers in Saskatchewan!"
The guide serves as a vital reference for recreational and competitive anglers, with important information on catch-and-release practices, preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species and information on how to measure your catch and properly package it for transport.
Anglers aged 16 and older are required to purchase an angling license to fish in Saskatchewan, with the exception of Saskatchewan resident seniors aged 65 and over. Also, any Saskatchewan and Canadian resident Armed Forces veterans who were honourably discharged are eligible to receive a free angling license, subject to verification. Angling licenses are available online 24 hours a day, seven days a week and can be stored on your digital device. For more information or to purchase an angling license, please visit: saskatchewan.ca/fishing.
Remember, before returning home, clean, drain and dry your watercraft to keep aquatic invasive species out of our waters.
