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Do I need a permit to host a fishing tournament in the ocean?

fishing tournaments

No, while permits are required and special conditions apply to freshwater tournaments in California, pursuant to Fish and Game Code Section 2003, tournaments held in waters of the Pacific Ocean are exempt from these conditions. As long as all other fishing regulations are abided by, you may host a fishing tournament in the ocean off California.

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Updated on Wed, 05 Jun 2024 by amanda.vandiggelen@wildlife.ca.gov