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22 | Fishing Info: 402-471-0641 Platte. These fish species can be identified with the location of the eye, found below the center line of the body set down on the head in line with the mouth. If encountered in locations where they may not be found easily, contact the Game and Parks Aquatic Invasive Species Program Manager immediately. Transportation and Possession – It is unlawful to possess or transport live black carp, silver carp, bighead carp, white perch, yellow bass, and all other listed category 1 and 2 invasive species. See species lists in fisheries regulations at OutdoorNebraska.gov/ regulations. 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 $20.50, 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 below.) 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. COMMUNITY FISHING EVENTS The Nebraska Game and Parks Youth Fishing Program sponsors Community Fishing Events at lakes across the state. This is an opportunity for people who have never fished, or have not fished in years, to learn or refresh their skills. Visit OutdoorNebraska.gov and search for "Community Fishing Events" for dates and locations of events. FISH KILL REPORTS To make it easier to determine the cause, promptly report dead or dying fish to a conservation officer (page 60), Nebraska Game and Parks Commission district office (page 4), the Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment at 402-471-2186, or the 24-hour Nebraska State Patrol pollution complaint number at 402-479-4921. Bighead Carp

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