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    Was fishing out of Lapidum this morning, when loading back up a guy who identifying himself as the DNR approached me. I figured he was checking licenses so I pulled my license out but he insisted he wasn't a ranger, but it was for a recreational fishing survey? I thought they only did those online or by mail? He asked about what species I was targeting, how many fish were caught, and did I keep any fish or release them all? Additionally he asked for Zip Code how often I fish and how much did I spend on the trip. Is this a common thing, I know the rangers will do license and fish checks but I never heard of this?
    Mike

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    Virginia does it all the time...
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    • #3
      I've done it a few times this year. I always try to answer their questions and help out. I figure it only benefits the fishery.

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      • #4
        I was approached last year for the same DNR survey at the Sandy Point ramp after coming in on a boat. He asked if I would volunteer my phone number. I did and I was later called by the DNR to verify the info I had given the surveyor.
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        • #5
          Went out of Jonas Saturday, had the same dnr survey. Glady answered to help spread the vitality of recreational fishery to the MD economy
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          • #6
            I've seen the position advertised on job boards for VA and MD. It's a good way to get some data on the impact of the recreational fishery, such as how much money did you spend that day for fishing. I usually don't have any keeper fish when I'm checked, so I always ask them if they'll check when I have a big one!


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            • #7
              Thanks I didn't realize it was such a common occurrence, yes I was happy to answer the questions especially if it helps conservation and the future of fishing.
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