Fishing rules

Björkfors Community Association

Umeälven, Ahasjön, Maisorforsen m fl vatten

Applies to 6 permitsLast updated June 8, 2021

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  • It is the responsibility of every fisherman to inform themselves about the applicable regulations and limits.
  • Fishing permits are personal and may not be transferred.
  • All cards only apply to sport fishing with a handheld rod, not a pole or otter.
  • Children under 16 years of age fish in the company of the card holder on their fishing card.
  • A fishing permit must be carried and presented to a fishing inspector upon request.
  • Annual cards are valid for the calendar year.
  • Violation of these regulations may be prosecuted.

Stream fishing

  • A mask ban applies here.
  • Window removal applies, fish between 35 cm and 45 cm may be kept, the rest must be released.
  • Bag limit: 3 fish per person per day.
  • See map and signs in the terrain for stream fishing limits.
  • So-called "window removal" applies here. I.e. that it is permitted to catch trout between 35-45 cm and others under or above the given dimensions must be released back into the watercourses. In this way, both growing trout fry and larger trout that are mature for spawning are protected. You may keep 3 trout or char per angler and day. Fishing ban 15 September to 15 October.

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