Angling licences now available

image of a boy holding a fish in front of his body

Nolan Cahill of Alberton submitted this photo of his catch to the Forest, Fish and Wildlife annual angling summary photo contest

Recreational fishing season in Prince Edward Island opens April 15.

Angling licences can be purchased at local vendors, Access PEI sites and Buy a Fishing Licence Online.

Fishing can be a great activity for the whole family all season long. Children under 16 years of age do not require an angling licence. Adults teaching children how to fish also do not need a licence.

The free family fishing weekend runs May 19-22, 2023. No licence is required on these days. All angling regulations still apply.

Sport fishing is more than just a springtime activity. There is an additional two week catch and release season for brook trout at the end of September and the extended season for rainbow trout in selected rivers runs until December 31.

Get more information on angling in Prince Edward Island such as maps, extended season dates, and angling regulations at: Angling Resources and Information Centre.

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