Wyoming Administrative Code
Agency 040 - Game and Fish Commission
Sub-Agency 0001 - Game and Fish Commission Regulations
Chapter 51 - PRIVATE FISH HATCHERIES
Section 51-16 - Catchout Ponds

Universal Citation: WY Code of Rules 51-16

Current through March 23, 2024

Fish hatcheries may operate one (1) catchout pond per licensed location in accordance with W.S. § 23-4-102 for the sole purpose of fishing. The catchout pond shall not be used for fish, fish egg or fish gamete production.

(a) Method of take. Fish can only be taken from a catchout pond by legal fishing methods. Each hatchery owner may set creel or size limits. A fishing license is not required. All other Commission fishing regulations apply.

(b) Receipt for Removal of Fish. The commercial fish hatchery licensee or authorized agent shall issue a written statement to any person removing fish from a catchout pond. The statement shall include species and number harvested, date harvested, licensee name and name of person in possession of harvested fish. The person in possession of the harvested fish shall retain possession of the written statement while in possession of the fish.

(c) Transportation of Live Fish Prohibited. No person shall transport live fish, live fish eggs or fish gametes from a catchout pond unless authorized in writing by the Chief of Fisheries.

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