MADISON – Tournament organizers can now apply online for the permit they may need to host a fishing tournament in Wisconsin.“The online permit system allows for quicker review and processing times,” says Andy Fayram, Department of Natural Resources fisheries policy analyst.
“Certain restrictions still exist on how far in advance and how late people can apply for tournaments,” says Fayram, “but using the online system makes the application process more efficient, which can result in a quicker turnaround.” The system offers further assistance by guiding you through a screening process to help you determine if a permit is required for your event.
In addition to the application, a new, searchable calendar, allows organizers, participants, anglers, and all water users to see which waters have scheduled fishing tournaments.
“The calendar is a great tool for the tournament organizers to make sure there are no competing tournaments scheduled for the day they’re looking at and also for anglers or boaters looking to avoid a crowded water body,” says Fayram.
While revisions are under consideration, rules for tournaments have not changed.
The online application and a blank, printable form can be found on the fishing tournament pages of the DNR Web site along with other information about fishing tournaments, rules and regulations.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONACT: Andy Fayram (608) 266-5250; Joanna Griffin (608) 264-8953
Above Photo: Largemouth and smallmouth bass caught during a tournament.
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