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Fishing responsibly

Date: 06/19/2018 | Source: http://cottagelife.com

With Ontario cracking down on fishing regulations, here are some fish you can catch legally! First, make sure you are in an area where fishing is allowed. Brook and lake trout are legal to catch in many areas. Bluegill are fun to catch when fishing with children along with small and largemouth bass. If you're looking for something more exciting, try fishing for northern pike. Don't forget salmon! "There are few fish that are as prized as salmon, both as food and as natural specimens, making them one of the crown jewels of Canadian wildlife." 

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