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Draft Black River Assessment Comments are due August 15, 2008, to the Lake St. Clair Fisheries Research Station. Proposal to Review and FAQ's Regarding the Daily Bag Limit for Salmon Send comments by June 13, 2008, to DNR-FISH-Salmon-Limits@michigan.gov or Fisheries Division, PO Box 30446, Lansing, MI 48909. Proposal to Review and FAQ's Regarding the Number of Rods Authorized for use While Fishing Send comments by June 13, 2008, to DNR-FISH-3lines@michigan.gov or Fisheries Division, PO Box 30446, Lansing, MI 48909. Attention Anglers! Changes to the fishing regulations concerning the purchase, transfer, and use of bait and bait fish in Michigan. More information is available in the VHS section below. Photos, Press Releases, Angler Info, Wholesale Bait Info, Retail Minnow Dealer Info, and VHS Updates Public Service Announcement (Media Viewer Required) Anglers and Boaters: You are an important partner in preventing the spread of fish diseases and other aquatic nuisance species Anglers and boaters can take some easy steps to prevent the spread of fish diseases and other aquatic nuisance species such as zebra mussels by taking the following steps to help prevent the spread of the virus. Report Fish Kills Please report all fish kills (e-mail DNR-FISH-Report-Fish-Kills@michigan.gov). For more information about fish kills, click here. DNR Coolwater Production Strategy for 2008 In 2008, the DNR plans to produce approximately 2 million spring fingerling walleye (about 20% of the normal production) and up to 50,000 fall fingerling muskellunge. Northern pike will not be produced in 2008. Lake sturgeon will be produced in very limited numbers, up to 5,000 fall fingerlings. Large Lakes Program Michigan has 92 inland lakes that are 1,000 acres or larger. Each provides significant fishing and other recreational opportunities. The program was started in January 2001, to better describe the fisheries in these waters.

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