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NONRESIDENT AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES STAMP
Motorized watercraft registered outside of Nebraska are required to purchase and display
an Aquatic Invasive Species Stamp (image on the right), which is required annually, before
launching from any Nebraska boat ramp.
• The fee for the decal-like
stamp is $18, which includes
a $3 issuing fee.
• The stamp can be purchased
at OutdoorNebraska.gov, at
Commission offices (see list
on page 3), or authorized
permit agents.
• At the time of purchase, the purchaser will receive a valid temporary permit. The actual
stamp will be mailed within 10 business days.
• The stamp must be permanently affixed to the starboard and rearward side of the boat, on
the outside of the hull above the water line. (See image above.)
Additional Information
ATVs AND SNOWMOBILES FOR ICE-FISHING
Snowmobiles, all-terrain and motorized off-highway amphibious vehicles may be operated on
the frozen surfaces of lakes within Nebraska Game and Parks Commission state recreation areas
(SRAs), state parks (SPs) and wildlife management areas (WMAs) unless otherwise posted.
• It is unlawful to operate these vehicles on areas other than the frozen lake surface and
to directly access the ice via roadways, parking areas, or trails specifically designated for
vehicle use.
• These vehicles may be operated only from a half hour before sunrise until 9 p.m., or as
posted.
• Operators are responsible for inspecting frozen lake surfaces for sufficient ice thickness
(minimum of 8 inches) and for possible hidden hazards before any such operation and
should be alert for soft ice caused by flowing springs, streams and rivers, and also caused
by variations in temperature.
• The operation of snowmobiles, all-terrain and motorized off-highway amphibious vehicles
on the frozen lake surface is at the sole risk of the operator. Game and Parks assumes no
responsibility for safety of said operation.
• Lake-specific regulations may apply for non-NGPC areas; check with the local entity that
owns or operates the area for specific regulations.
FREE FISHING AND PARK ENTRY DAY
Free Fishing and Park Entry Day is held annually in Nebraska. It is a chance for people to fish for
a day without purchasing a permit. Also on that day, no permit is needed to enter a state park
area. Go to OutdoorNebraska.gov for more information.
