Fishing

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• Fishing Access for Persons with Disabilities

  Find fishing areas with access for persons with disabilities.

• American Shad Assessment

  Learn all about our American Shad Assessment - Connecticut's State Fish!

• Bass Management

  Information on black bass management in Connecticut.

• Habitat Conservation and Enhancement

  Learn all about habitat conservation and enhancement projects in Connecticut!

• Commercial Fishing

  Connecticut has a rich heritage of commercial fishing, from the offshore fleet in Stonington and New London, to Long Island Sound lobster boats spanning the coast to Greenwich. Commercial fishing makes an important contribution to Connecticut’s economy.

• Saltwater Fishing Guide

  Information and regulations for saltwater fishing in Connecticut.

• Stream Restoration Projects

  Learn about the Fisheries Division's important stream habitat restoration projects that are supporting our native fisheries.

• Panfish Primer

  Learn how to catch panfish with this handy primer! Panfish are tasty and fun to catch for all ages.

• Definitions

  Definitions of words used in official fishing regulations.

• Fish with CARE - Connecticut Aquatic Resources Education

  Come fish with CARE - The Connecticut Aquatic Resources Education program! Have fun learning all about fish, fishing and the environment!

• CARE Fishing Schedule

  Find the right class for you and Fish with CARE today!

• Fish Connecticut

  Fishing information for the State of Connecticut! Whether you are a novice or veteran angler you will find useful content here.

• Shore Fishing in Coastal State Parks

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

• How to Catch Saltwater Fish

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

• Alewife

  Anadromous alewives are important forage fish for large gamefish such as striped bass and bluefish as well as many other animals, including osprey and marine mammals.