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• Ferry Landing Fishing Pier Temporary Closure

  The fishing pier located on the CT River at Ferry Landing (Old Lyme) will be closed for the duration of the AMTRACK bridge replacement project

• Striped Bass and Circle Hooks

  Info about the use of circle hooks while fishing for striped bass in CT

• Marine Volunteer Angler Survey Program

  The Marine Fisheries Program is seeking marine recreational anglers who will volunteer to participate in the Connecticut Volunteer Angler Survey (VAS) Program.

• Shore Fishing in Coastal State Parks

  Find shore fishing opportunities in Connecticut's beautiful state parks!

• Saltwater Fishing

  With over 100 species of fish found in Long Island Sound, anglers can enjoy some of the very best striped bass, bluefish, summer flounder, scup, hickory shad, black sea bass and tautog fishing along the entire coast. The State of Connecticut offers anglers many fishing opportunities with excellent boat launches along the coast and great shore fishing locations at coastal state and city parks, and convenient party and charter boat fishing. Fishing is Family Fun!

• CT MRIP Marine Angler Survey

  During the fishing season, DEEP Fisheries staff conduct in-person interviews with anglers returning to marinas, boat ramps, beaches, fishing piers, and other publicly accessible fishing sites.

• Connecticut Saltwater Womens and Youth State Record Fish

  Listing of Saltwater Trophy Fish records for youth and women.

• Enhanced Opportunity Shore Fishing Program

  Enhanced Opportunity Shore Fishing sites offer good shore-based summer flounder and/or scup fishing opportunities in at least 18 different communities distributed from Stonington to Westport.

• How to Catch Saltwater Fish

  Learn how to catch some of Connecticut's most popular saltwater fish!

• Saltwater License Frequently Asked Questions

  What is a Marine Waters Fishing License and do I need one? Find the answer to this question and many others!