Fishing licenses required on Belle Isle

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Belle Isle

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 10, 2014


Contact: 1st Lt. David Malloch (DNR), 248-359-9040; Ed Golder, 517-284-5815


Fishing licenses required when fishing Detroit River and inland waters on Belle Isle  

With Michigan’s new fishing license season in full swing, the Department of Natural Resources reminds anglers that valid licenses are required when fishing the Detroit River, including from Belle Isle Park. Although the state assumed management of the island park in February, this is not a new DNR regulation - fishing licenses have always been a regular, required part of fishing the Detroit River and inland waters, including on Belle Isle.

“As weather begins to warm and anglers head out to enjoy Michigan’s waters, it’s important to remember to purchase a valid fishing license,” said 1st Lt. David Malloch, DNR Law Enforcement Division. “A license is required to fish in any public waters in the state. As has been the case for many years, this continues to include fishing in the Detroit River, whether from the mainland, from Belle Isle Park or from a boat.”

There are two simple ways to purchase a fishing license in Michigan:

  • Visit a local license retailer or DNR customer service center and make a purchase in person, including at many locations near Belle Isle Park. For a list of these locations, visit www.BelleIslePark.org and click on Fishing License Information.
     
  • Use the E-License website to buy a license online 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Visit www.mdnr-elicense.com on your computer, smartphone or tablet to get started.

Malloch added that issuing fishing licenses is an important part of protecting and managing Michigan’s fish populations, resulting in a better outdoor experience for anglers.

“With proper licensing and science-based regulations for catch limits and sizes, we are better able to plan for the long-term sustainability of Michigan’s fishery,” Malloch said. “Revenue from licensing supports things like research on fish habitat and health, stocking fish in Michigan waters and breeding at fish hatcheries. These all help to ensure plentiful fishing for everyone – on Belle Isle and around the state.”

For more information about fishing in Michigan and for the 2014 fishing guide, visit www.michigan.gov/fishing.

 

For more information about Belle Isle Park, visit www.BelleIslePark.org.

 

Follow us on Twitter @MichiganDNR. We encourage Belle Isle partners and others interested in the park’s revitalization to use the hashtag #AllinforBelleIsle.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state’s natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. For more information, go to www.michigan.gov/dnr.