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Title: Night fishing Question
Post by: Chuethou_b18c5 on June 08, 2012, 12:07:08 AM
Hey guys, I was wondering if it was legal to fish at night with lights in the water. I was watching some videos on youtube where guys would put lights that shine down in the water and fish for crappies. I love fishing for crappie, but I am not sure if this is legal or not in the state of washington. Any input would be great! Thanks again.
Title: Re: Night fishing Question
Post by: jjdavis2222 on June 08, 2012, 12:22:20 AM
Look though the reg's! if you dont see anything go for it!
Title: Re: Night fishing Question
Post by: wraithen on June 08, 2012, 12:50:11 PM
Its legal in the state just not every body of water.
Title: Re: Night fishing Question
Post by: washelkhunter on June 08, 2012, 12:52:19 PM
If theres any chance of you catching a fish, its probably illegal.  :chuckle:
Title: Re: Night fishing Question
Post by: h20hunter on June 08, 2012, 01:09:48 PM
Back in my midwest days we loved fishing with lights. We bought a cheepo floaty thing for about 20 bucks. Styrofoam and sat right on the water. We would put it out and just chill for a while. Soon enough we would have bugs and baitfish. If you can, keep your float right on the edge or just out side it. The fish will often lurk on the edges.
Title: Re: Night fishing Question
Post by: Chuethou_b18c5 on June 09, 2012, 01:09:09 AM
Thanks guys! I checked the regs and it did not have anything on it. Unless i misread anything. I will call the fish and wildlife department just to assure myself. Thanks again!
Title: Re: Night fishing Question
Post by: gasman on June 09, 2012, 08:37:14 AM
We used to night fish all the time. Boat or dock  :tup:

Lanterns over the water and with a direct beam, you can see fish swimming around some times.

Used to be an opening day ritual at Mineral Lake to start at midnight fish until we limited.

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