FISHING REGULATIONS

Tremont Area Park District

2011 Fishing Rules & Regulation

Currently Open for fishing

· Fishing hours: Open 24 Hours. The Park Board reserves the right to temporarily close the lakes due to inclement weather or other adverse conditions.

· Only bank fishing allowed: Pole and line fishing only, limit of 2 poles per person.

· To receive a TAPD fishing permit you must be a resident of Tremont Area Park District and have a current Illinois fishing license.

· TAPD permits valid from April 2010-March 2011.

· Age restriction: Persons under age 16 must be accompanied by a person at least 16 years of age or older when fishing.

· Two guests per TAPD permit and the guest must have a current Illinois fishing license unless under 16.

· No minnows!

· Parking: All vehicles must be parked and kept at all times in designated parking areas.

· No littering! Let’s all work to keep our natural resources as enjoyable as possible.

· No alcoholic beverages allowed.

· No cleaning fish at the lakes!

Daily Limits

· 3 catfish, 14-inch minimum

· 20 bluegill, any size

· 3 bass under 12 inches

· 1 bass over 17 inches

2011 Notes

The seasonal permit fee of $25.00 will still be waived this year because of its success over the last five seasons. In lieu of the permit fee the park district requests donations of time or money. All monetary donations will go to the lakes and used for: structure creation, maintenance or fish restocking. Donations of time will be for the lakes and used in a variety of ways such as trash pick up weeks, structure creation and clean up days. There will also be an extra effort given to control the algae growth. A change to the rules and regulations are we will no longer be closing the gates at sunset, so anglers can fish into the evening. TAPD does still require a 2011 Illinois fishing permit. TAPD will continue to keep the lakes semi-private for TAPD residents only. Because of their semi-private nature, the state is not obligated to help restock, so monetary donations will be appreciated. Appreciated also is the effort made by those using the lakes to pick up their own trash or others trash to help keep the lakes clean. Please call the office at 925-3811 if there is a problem or for questions.