Me and my friend want to go fishing just for fun and we were both curious to see if we need a fishing license even though we aren't planning on doing anything with the wildlife? We don't want to do anything with the wildlife, if we caught something we would let it go no matter what we caught. It's just something for fun during the weekend and to get outside. Or do we need a fishing license no matter what especially if it's just harmless fishing.
Thanks!
Answer:
The statutory definition of fishing from Idaho Code 36-202(k) is: "Fishing - any effort made to take, kill, injure, capture, or catch any fish or bullfrog.” If what you’re doing falls within this definition, and it sounds like it does, then you need to purchase a license and abide by the rules set-forth by the Idaho Fish and Game Commission.
Answered on:
Friday, September 5, 2014 - 9:17 AM MDT