Gauteng Freshwater Fishing Rules & Licensing

[WalkersKiller]

Hi guys thought I would share some info with you that I read in Stywe Lyne and knowledge learned myself regarding the rules, regulations of fishing freshwater systems in Gauteng...

You are required to have a license for freshwater angling in Gauteng, however as they are not easy to come by the rules state that if an official comes to check your license and you do not have one he has no choice but to sell you a license on the spot, he cannot confiscate your tackle, give you a fine if this is the case, he can however do this if you have disobeyed anyone of the rules and regulations.

You are not allowed to make feeding spots for fish.

An angler may only use 2 rods per person.

An angler may only use 2 hooks per rod.

Declared Trout Waters are where fly fishing is the only angling method permitted, you may have as many flies on your line as you wish.

You are allowed to use live bait, however NOT live fish - this is not permitted in Gauteng waters, there is still a question mark around the use of the Common Plattanna, most angling shops say it is illegal but there is still no Governing document saying that Plattannas are illegal in Gauteng waters, to the best of my knowledge and I have done a lot of searching.

The Smallmouth and Largemouth Yellowfish limits are both 10 per person per day and they have to be at least 30cm in length.

Hope this helps
WK 

[Naruto]

  Is this in the recent Stywe Lyne mag?

[WalkersKiller]

Is this in the recent Stywe Lyne mag?

Yeah it is hey Clint...

[FritzAbu]

Thanks . I just hope the specimen carp anglers also read this article .