Maine Saltwater anglers no longer have to sign up with the National Angler Registry because the saltwater license replaces the requirement. Remember to get your license early for the state you fish, and remember if you are on a guided trips with a licensed Capt/Guide you are covered !!!!!!! Unless that guide has not payed up? Also Remember the early worms gets the best tides!!! I have periods that are booked for a few weeks straight out, so if you are looking for some Tides for either Maine Stripers or skinny water Tidal Carp contact me ASAP.
Some UpDates from the DMR.........
Anyone (Maine resident or non-resident) who wishes to fish recreationally in saltwater needs to register in Maine. However, everyone will be able to register to fish for all species, except striped bass, for free.*
Maine residents who purchase a Maine freshwater fishing license will have the option of checking off a box indicating that they intend to fish in saltwater and for striped bass without having to pay a registry fee.
Maine residents who do not purchase a Maine freshwater fishing license who wish to fish for or catch striped bass will need to purchase the Striped Bass Endorsement for $5.
Non-residents who wish to fish for or catch striped bass will need to purchase the Striped Bass Endorsement for $15.
Residents 70 years or older can buy a Striped Bass Endorsement for $10, which they may annually renew free of charge.
Operators of commercial saltwater recreational fishing businesses (head boats, charter boats, smelt camps) will purchase the Commercial Operator’s License for $50.
A member of the Passamaquoddy Tribe, the Penobscot Nation, the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, or the Aroostook Band of Micmacs may register to fish for striped bass without a fee.
All revenues collected through the sale of Striped Bass Endorsements and Commercial Operators Licenses will be deposited in the Marine Recreational Fishing Conservation and Management Fund for the implementation, administration and enforcement of the saltwater recreational fishing registry.
Exemptions: The following individuals are exempted from providing information to the saltwater registry:
Individuals under the age of 16
Passengers on board vessels captained by an individual who holds a commercial operators permit.
Persons renting a smelt camp from an individual who holds a commercial operators permit
A person with a disability
A disabled veteran
A person with a valid New Hampshire saltwater recreational fishing license, fishing up to Cape Neddick
A Maine resident fishing on July 4th, Memorial Day weekend, or Labor Day weekend
*Please note that an agent fee of either $1 or $2 will apply, depending on where an individual registers (online, at an appointed agent, or through DMR licensing).
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