Regulation Proposals 2021 Theme Based Approach

7/31/2020 Page 1 of 163 Theme Approach to Fishing Regulation Proposals

• Goal: Improve the ability of the public and the Advisory Council to more efficiently understand the purpose and intent of a large volume of water-specific regulation proposals.

7/31/2020 Page 2 of 163 Outline of the Packet

Theme Categories • Special Need (pages 4-13) • Lake Trout (Togue) Growth (pages 14-18) • Landlocked Salmon Growth (pages 19-20) • State Heritage Waters (pages 21-24) • Opportunity (pages 25-30) • New Special Regulation Listing (pages 31-32) • Simplify to General Law (pages 33-47) • Trout to Brook Trout (pages 48-92) • Errors, Conflicts, and Confusions (pages 93-163)

7/31/2020 Page 3 of 163 Special Need

Management initiatives, typically in response to dramatic events, an emerging situation requiring adaptive rule changes, or more complex and comprehensive initiatives to increase consistency and simplification within or between watersheds. Examples include rule changes in response to a , a reclamation to restore a , and protecting at-risk high-quality , etc.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE A 3748_BLNK AUBURN Androscoggin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Special Need

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove temporary > 20 inch togue restriction and restore to previous regulation (S-26).

PURPOSE The current regulation prohibiting harvest of togue greater than 20 inches was temporarily imposed after a togue fish kill caused by algal blooms and poor water quality in 2012. The intent of the current regulation was to retain larger individuals in the population that were applying biological control to the perch population. Indications are that a robust perch population, impacts smelt abundance, and therefore forage availability and health of salmonid species. The togue, landlocked salmon, and smelt have demonstrated signs of recovery. Consistent with the original intent, this proposal would reestablish the previous regulations now that water quality and the dynamic interactions between species have recovered. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS AUBURN LAKE, Auburn (South Zone). General fishing laws AUBURN LAKE, Auburn (South Zone). General fishing laws AUBURN LAKE, Auburn (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-1, S-3, S-10. Daily bag limit on togue: 3 apply, except: CI. S-1, S-3, S-10, S-26. Daily bag limit on apply, except: CI. S-1, S-3, S-10, S-26. From October 1 - fish; minimum length limit 14 inches; all togue greater togue: 3 fish; minimum length limit 14 inches; all togue November 30: ALO, S-7. than 20 inches must be released alive at once. From greater than 20 inches must be released alive at once. October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. From October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. The Auburn Water District has closed to all water-related activities (including boating and fishing) that portion The Auburn Water District has closed to all water-related The Auburn Water District has closed to all water-related south of a line extending from a marker placed on a point activities (including boating and fishing) that portion activities (including boating and fishing) that portion of land on the east shore of the lake approximately 75 south of a line extending from a marker placed on a point south of a line extending from a marker placed on a point feet south of the Route 4 boat launch and extending west of land on the east shore of the lake approximately 75 of land on the east shore of the lake approximately 75 to a marker on a point of land known as Point of Pines on feet south of the Route 4 boat launch and extending west feet south of the Route 4 boat launch and extending west the west shore of the lake. That portion north of the to a marker on a point of land known as Point of Pines on to a marker on a point of land known as Point of Pines on above described line is also closed to all water-related the west shore of the lake. That portion north of the the west shore of the lake. That portion north of the activities except that small recreational boats and fishing above described line is also closed to all water-related above described line is also closed to all water-related are allowed. No motor vehicles on ice (ATVs and activities except that small recreational boats and fishing activities except that small recreational boats and fishing snowmobiles allowed). are allowed. No motor vehicles on ice (ATVs and are allowed. No motor vehicles on ice (ATVs and snowmobiles allowed). snowmobiles allowed).

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 093EO_BLNK KENNEBEC RIVER, EAST OUTLET Big Moose Twp, Sapling Twp Piscataquis, Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Special Need

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Adding protection for brook trout and liberalizing togue minimum length, consistent with proposal for Moosehead Lake.

Add "brook" before trout. PURPOSE The purpose of this proposal is to create consistency between this water and the brook trout slot limit and togue minimum length limit proposals on Moosehead Lake. Please refer to the Moosehead Lake proposal for more information.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS KENNEBEC RIVER, EAST OUTLET, Big Moose Twp, Sapling KENNEBEC RIVER, EAST OUTLET, Big Moose Twp, Sapling KENNEBEC RIVER, EAST OUTLET, Big Moose Twp, Sapling Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From Moosehead Lake downstream to the red markers at From Moosehead Lake downstream to the red markers at From Moosehead Lake downstream to the red markers at Indian Pond: S-1, From April 1 - September 30: FFO. Total Indian Pond: S-1, From April 1 - September 30: FFO. Total Indian Pond: S-1, From April 1 - September 30: FFO. Total daily bag limit on trout, landlocked salmon, and togue: 1 daily bag limit on brook trout, landlocked salmon, and daily bag limit on brook trout, landlocked salmon, and fish. Minimum length limit on trout, landlocked salmon, togue: 1 fish. Minimum length limit on brook trout and, togue: 1 fish. Minimum length limit on brook trout and and togue: 14 inches. General law maximum length limit landlocked salmon, and togue: 14 inches. All brook trout landlocked salmon: 14 inches. All brook trout between 18 on landlocked salmon does not apply. From October 1 - between 18 and 22 inches must be released alive at once. and 22 inches must be released alive at once. No 31: FFO, S-7. No minimum length limit on togue. General law maximum minimum length limit on togue. General law maximum length limit on landlocked salmon does not apply. From length limit on landlocked salmon does not apply. From – From the dam at Moosehead Lake to yellow markers at October 1 - 31: FFO, S-7. October 1 - 31: FFO, S-7. tail of Beach Pool: Open to open water fishing from November 1 - March 31: FFO, S-7. – From the dam at Moosehead Lake to yellow markers at – From the dam at Moosehead Lake to yellow markers at tail of Beach Pool: Open to open water fishing from tail of Beach Pool: Open to open water fishing from East Outlet Dam: The fishway and the area within 50 feet November 1 - March 31: FFO, S-7. November 1 - March 31: FFO, S-7. of any part of the fishway is closed to fishing at all times (Title 12, subsection 12457). East Outlet Dam: The fishway and the area within 50 feet East Outlet Dam: The fishway and the area within 50 feet of any part of the fishway is closed to fishing at all times of any part of the fishway is closed to fishing at all times (Title 12, subsection 12457). (Title 12, subsection 12457).

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 093133_BLNK MOOSE RIVER Holeb Twp to Rockwood Strip T1 Somerset MDIFW R1 NBKP

REGULATION THEME Special Need

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Adding protection for brook trout and liberalizing togue minimum length, consistent with proposal for Moosehead Lake.

PURPOSE The purpose of this proposal is to create consistency between this water and the brook trout slot limit and togue minimum length limit proposals on Moosehead Lake. Please refer to the Moosehead Lake proposal for more information.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MOOSE RIVER, Holeb Twp to Rockwood Strip T1 R1 NBKP MOOSE RIVER, Holeb Twp to Rockwood Strip T1 R1 NBKP MOOSE RIVER, Holeb Twp to Rockwood Strip T1 R1 NBKP (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except:

– From confluence of Holeb Stream (Holeb Twp) to – From confluence of Holeb Stream (Holeb Twp) to – From confluence of Holeb Stream (Holeb Twp) to Brassua Lake: S-1, S-11, S-19. Brassua Lake: S-1, S-11, S-19. Brassua Lake: S-1, S-11, S-19.

– From Brassua Lake Dam to the red markers located just – From Brassua Lake Dam to the red markers located just – From Brassua Lake Dam to the red markers located just upstream of Moose River Campground (formerly Woody’s upstream of Moose River Campground (formerly Woody’s upstream of Moose River Campground (formerly Woody’s Campground), approx. 1 mile upstream of Rockwood Campground), approx. 1 mile upstream of Rockwood Campground), approx. 1 mile upstream of Rockwood Bridge, including direct tributaries: S-1. Total daily bag Bridge, including direct tributaries: S-1. Total daily bag Bridge, including direct tributaries: S-1. Total daily bag limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 1 fish. Minimum limit on brook trout and landlocked salmon: 1 fish. limit on brook trout and landlocked salmon: 1 fish. length limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 14 inches. Minimum length limit on brook trout and landlocked Minimum length limit on brook trout and landlocked General law maximum length limit on landlocked salmon salmon: 14 inches. All brook trout between 18 and 22 salmon: 14 inches. All brook trout between 18 and 22 does not apply. Minimum length limit on togue: 14 inches must be released alive at once. General law inches must be released alive at once. General law inches. Daily bag limit on togue: 5 fish (only 1 togue may maximum length limit on landlocked salmon does not maximum length limit on landlocked salmon does not be greater than 18 inches; all 5 may be between 14 - 18 apply. Minimum length limit on togue: 14 inches. No apply. No minimum length limit on togue. Daily bag limit inches). From April 1 - August 31: Fly fishing and trolling minimum length limit on togue. Daily bag limit on togue: on togue: 5 fish (only 1 togue may be greater than 18 with flies only. From September 1 - September 30: FFO. 5 fish (only 1 togue may be greater than 18 inches; all 5 inches). From April 1 - August 31: Fly fishing and trolling may be between 14 - 18 inches). From April 1 - August 31: with flies only. From September 1 - September 30: FFO. – From the red markers located just upstream of Moose Fly fishing and trolling with flies only. From September 1 - River Campground (formerly Woody’s Campground), to September 30: FFO. – From the red markers located just upstream of Moose Moosehead Lake, including direct tributaries: S-1. Total River Campground (formerly Woody’s Campground), to daily bag limit for trout and landlocked salmon: 1 fish. – From the red markers located just upstream of Moose Moosehead Lake, including direct tributaries: S-1. Total Minimum length on trout and landlocked salmon: 14 River Campground (formerly Woody’s Campground), to daily bag limit for trout and landlocked salmon: 1 fish. inches. General law maximum length limit on landlocked Moosehead Lake, including direct tributaries: S-1. Total Minimum length on trout and landlocked salmon: 14 salmon does not apply. Minimum length limit on togue: daily bag limit for brook trout and landlocked salmon: 1 inches. All brook trout between 18 and 22 inches must be 14 inches. Daily bag limit on togue: 5 fish (only 1 togue fish. Minimum length on brook trout and landlocked released alive at once. General law maximum length limit

7/31/2020 Page 7 of 163 2021 Rule Making Proposals may be greater than 18 inches; all 5 may be between 14 - salmon: 14 inches. All brook trout between 18 and 22 on landlocked salmon does not apply. No minimum 18 inches). From April 1 - August 31: S-11. No special inches must be released alive at once. General law length limit on togue. Daily bag limit on togue: 5 fish (only terminal gear restrictions. From September 1 - September maximum length limit on landlocked salmon does not 1 togue may be greater than 18 inches). From April 1 - 30: FFO. apply. Minimum length limit on togue: 14 inches. No August 31: S-11. No special terminal gear restrictions. minimum length limit on togue. Daily bag limit on togue: From September 1 - September 30: FFO. 5 fish (only 1 togue may be greater than 18 inches; all 5 may be between 14 - 18 inches). From April 1 - August 31: S-11. No special terminal gear restrictions. From September 1 - September 30: FFO.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 0390_BLNK MOOSEHEAD LAKE Greenville, etc. Piscataquis, Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Special Need

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Closing an area to ice fishing. Adding a no-harvest slot limit to protect large brook trout. Liberalizing togue size and bag limits. Also, reformat closed area language.

PURPOSE Moosehead Lake has always produced a handful of 4-6 lb brook trout each season, but the catch of large trout being seen now is far and above anything recorded in the past 60 years, perhaps as far back as the turn of the century. Recent indications are that large brook trout are spawning along the shoreline in Moosehead Lake and that these fish are on the spawning sites from mid-November through late-December. Concurrently, the catch of large (20+ inch) brook trout has increased in both the summer and winter creel surveys on the lake. It is clear that conditions for brook trout growth and survival have improved to the point where these larger, older fish (6-9 years old) are becoming more abundant. One notable spawning area that has been identified is the narrows in Lily Bay. This is an easily accessible area via the State Park, which is now open in the winter, and anglers have found this concentration of large brook trout. Indications are that the trout in this area may still be actively spawning in January during the start of the ice fishing season and they appear to be caught easily. As expected, a large proportion of these 3-6 lb fish are harvested, perhaps before completing the spawning process. Angler use has increased dramatically in this area in the last 2-3 years. The high rate of harvest and high concentration of angler use creates an unsustainable situation for this unique resource.

Additionally, recent data and angler reports indicate an increase in juvenile togue, including fish less than 14 inches, in the population. In order to maintain the desired size structure and abundance of the togue population, protecting togue under 14 inches is unnecessary and potentially problematic.

The purpose of the collective proposed regulations changes for Moosehead Lake are: 1) To protect this large concentration of brook trout in Lily Bay narrows by closing this area during the winter; 2) To provide additional protection to the high-quality fishery that has developed lake-wide by applying a no harvest slot limit for all brook trout between 18 and 22 inches; and 3) To allow for increased harvest of juvenile togue under 14 inches. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MOOSEHEAD LAKE, Greenville, etc. (North Zone). MOOSEHEAD LAKE, Greenville, etc. (North Zone). MOOSEHEAD LAKE, Greenville, etc. (North Zone).

Ice fishing: Moosehead Lake. General fishing laws apply, Ice fishing: Moosehead Lake. General fishing laws apply, Ice fishing: Moosehead Lake. General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-1, S-11, S-21. Minimum length limit on togue: except: B. S-1, S-11, S-21. All brook trout between 18 and except: B. S-1, S-11, S-21. All brook trout between 18 and 14 inches. Daily bag limit on togue: 5 fish (only 1 togue 22 inches must be released alive at once. Minimum length 22 inches must be released alive at once. No minimum may be greater than 18 inches; all 5 may be between 14 - limit on togue: 14 inches. No minimum length limit on length limit on togue. Daily bag limit on togue: 5 fish (only 18 inches). Closed to the taking of landlocked salmon togue. Daily bag limit on togue: 5 fish (only 1 togue may 1 togue may be greater than 18 inches). Closed to the until February 15: S-22; minimum length limit on be greater than 18 inches); all 5 may be between 14 - 18 taking of landlocked salmon until February 15: S-22; landlocked salmon: 18 inches. From January 1 - February inches). Closed to the taking of landlocked salmon until minimum length limit on landlocked salmon: 18 inches. 14 and from April 1 - April 30, all landlocked salmon February 15: S-22; minimum length limit on landlocked From January 1 - February 14 and from April 1 - April 30, caught while ice fishing must be released alive without salmon: 18 inches. From January 1 - February 14 and from all landlocked salmon caught while ice fishing must be removal from the water. From April 1 - April 30: All brook April 1 - April 30, all landlocked salmon caught while ice released alive without removal from the water. From April trout caught while ice fishing must be released alive fishing must be released alive without removal from the 1 - April 30: All brook trout caught while ice fishing must without removal from the water. water. From April 1 - April 30: All brook trout caught while be released alive without removal from the water.

7/31/2020 Page 9 of 163 2021 Rule Making Proposals ice fishing must be released alive without removal from CLOSED AREAS: That portion known as Spencer Bay; that the water. CLOSED AREAS: portion from the mouth of Tomhegan Stream to a straight line between 2 red markers, 1 set on the small point of CLOSED AREAS: - That portion known as Spencer Bay; that - That portion known as Spencer Bay; that portion from land on the north shore of Tomhegan Cove approximately portion from the mouth of Tomhegan Stream to a straight the mouth of Tomhegan Stream to a straight line 1/2 mile from the mouth of Tomhegan Stream, the other line between 2 red markers, 1 set on the small point of between 2 red markers, 1 set on the small point of land set on the small point of land on the south shore of land on the north shore of Tomhegan Cove approximately on the north shore of Tomhegan Cove approximately 1/2 Tomhegan Cove approximately 3/4 mile from the mouth 1/2 mile from the mouth of Tomhegan Stream, the other mile from the mouth of Tomhegan Stream, the other set of Tomhegan Stream; that portion from the mouth of set on the small point of land on the south shore of on the small point of land on the south shore of Moose Brook to a straight line between 2 red markers, 1 Tomhegan Cove approximately 3/4 mile from the mouth Tomhegan Cove approximately 3/4 mile from the mouth set at the south shore of Moose Brook Cove, the other on of Tomhegan Stream; - That that portion from the mouth of Tomhegan Stream; the north shore of Moose Brook Cove on a line passing of Moose Brook to a straight line between 2 red markers, inside the islands in Moose Brook Cove; that portion from 1 set at the south shore of Moose Brook Cove, the other - That portion from the mouth of Moose Brook to a the mouth of Socatean Stream to a straight line between on the north shore of Moose Brook Cove on a line passing straight line between 2 red markers, 1 set at the south 2 red markers, one set on the northerly shore of Socatean inside the islands in Moose Brook Cove; - That that shore of Moose Brook Cove, the other on the north shore Bay at the camp site known as the Ledges, the other set portion from the mouth of Socatean Stream to a straight of Moose Brook Cove on a line passing inside the islands on the westerly shore of Socatean Bay on a line passing line between 2 red markers, one set on the northerly in Moose Brook Cove; just outside Wiggin’s Island; that portion from the mouth shore of Socatean Bay at the camp site known as the of Williams Brook in Big W Township to a straight line Ledges, the other set on the westerly shore of Socatean - That portion from the mouth of Socatean Stream to a between 2 red markers, one set on the land of Hermon Bay on a line passing just outside Wiggin’s Island; - That straight line between 2 red markers, one set on the Brautigan on the south shore of Williams Cove and the that portion from the mouth of Williams Brook in Big W northerly shore of Socatean Bay at the camp site known other in a northeasterly direction on the opposite shore, Township to a straight line between 2 red markers, one as the Ledges, the other set on the westerly shore of Piscataquis County; that portion inside of the red markers set on the land of Hermon Brautigan on the south shore Socatean Bay on a line passing just outside Wiggin’s located at the mouth of Moose River. of Williams Cove and the other in a northeasterly Island; direction on the opposite shore, Piscataquis County; - Open water fishing: Moosehead Lake and Tributaries That that portion inside of the red markers located at the - That portion from the mouth of Williams Brook in Big W (Upstream to red markers or the first rail or road mouth of Moose River;. - That portion of Lily Bay with a Township to a straight line between 2 red markers, one crossing). General fishing laws apply, except: S-1, S-11, west border running in a straight line between 2 red set on the land of Hermon Brautigan on the south shore S-21, S-22. Minimum length limit on togue: 14 inches. posts, one located on the Lily Bay State Park boundary of Williams Cove and the other in a northeasterly Daily bag limit on togue: 5 fish (only 1 togue may be and the other on Sugar Island to the west of Dollar Island. direction on the opposite shore, Piscataquis County; greater than 18 inches; all 5 may be between 14 - 18 The east boundary in a straight line between 2 red posts, inches). For additional regulations and exceptions to the one located just south of Porcupine Point on Sugar Island - That portion inside of the red markers located at the above, see entries for the following: Kennebec River, East and the other on Laker Point near the mouth of Mathews mouth of Moose River; and West Outlets; Moose River; Roach River, Lily Bay Cove on a line running south of Two-Mile Island. Brook and Moose Brook; and Socatean Stream. - That portion of Lily Bay with a west border running in a Open water fishing: Moosehead Lake and Tributaries straight line between 2 red posts, one located on the Lily (Upstream to red markers or the first rail or road Bay State Park boundary and the other on Sugar Island to crossing). General fishing laws apply, except: S-1, S-11, the west of Dollar Island. The east boundary in a straight S-21, S-22. All brook trout between 18 and 22 inches must line between 2 red posts, one located just south of be released alive at once. Minimum length limit on togue: Porcupine Point on Sugar Island and the other on Laker 14 inches. No minimum length limit on togue. Daily bag Point near the mouth of Mathews Cove on a line running limit on togue: 5 fish (only 1 togue may be greater than south of Two-Mile Island. 18 inches); all 5 may be between 14 - 18 inches). For

7/31/2020 Page 10 of 163 2021 Rule Making Proposals additional regulations and exceptions to the above, see Open water fishing: Moosehead Lake and Tributaries entries for the following: Kennebec River, East and West (Upstream to red markers or the first rail or road Outlets; Moose River; Roach River, Lily Bay Brook and crossing). General fishing laws apply, except: S-1, S-11, Moose Brook; and Socatean Stream. S-21, S-22. All brook trout between 18 and 22 inches must be released alive at once. No minimum length limit on togue. Daily bag limit on togue: 5 fish (only 1 togue may be greater than 18 inches). For additional regulations and exceptions to the above, see entries for the following: Kennebec River, East and West Outlets; Moose River; Roach River, Lily Bay Brook and Moose Brook; and Socatean Stream.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 2842 REED POND, BIG, AND TRIBUTARIES AND OUTLET T8 R10 WELS Piscataquis Public Request DOWNSTREAM TO REED DEADWATER

REGULATION THEME Special Need

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Restore terminal gear and harvest restrictions consistent with pre-restoration regulations.

PURPOSE Big Reed Pond is a 90 acre water that supports wild brook trout and Arctic charr and is the site of a well known restoration project from 2007-2013 to eliminate invasive rainbow smelt. Following chemical reclamation, cultured fish that originated from parent fish in Big Reed Pond were reintroduced during 2011-2013. The latest survey was completed in 2019 and revealed healthy populations of both Arctic charr and brook trout. Compared to historical data, the Arctic charr population has now fully recovered to levels documented prior to smelt introduction. Multiple age classes of charr now exist indicating several years of successful natural reproduction. Angler access is by hike-in via a primitive 1-mile trail or by float plane and use is considered to be low. Now that the restoration is complete, this proposal would realign the regulatory structure to that which was in place prior to 2010 and would be reflective of the success of this valuable restoration effort. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS REED POND, BIG, AND TRIBUTARIES AND OUTLET REED POND, BIG, AND TRIBUTARIES AND OUTLET REED POND, BIG, AND TRIBUTARIES AND OUTLET DOWNSTREAM TO REED DEADWATER, T8 R10 WELS DOWNSTREAM TO REED DEADWATER, T8 R10 WELS DOWNSTREAM TO REED DEADWATER, T8 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. ALO, Daily bag limit on brook trout: 2 fish. All Arctic charr must Daily bag limit on brook trout: 2 fish. All Arctic charr must S-19. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. be released alive at once. Closed to the taking of live be released alive at once. ALO, S-19. Closed to the taking baitfish. of live baitfish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 0524 ROCKY POND, LITTLE TA R11 WELS Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Special Need

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove the S-7 () and apply S-19 and S-20.

PURPOSE In 2012 or 2013, Little Rocky Pond (a wild trout pond) experienced an event that appeared to result in a winter or summer kill of brook trout. Catch rates plummeted and there was a desire to expedite population recovery. Catch and release regulations were adopted to allow the population to rebound. The regulation worked well and anglers are currently catching more larger fish than in the previous 30 years. Now that the population has recovered, it is appropriate to remove the catch and release regulation to prevent stockpiling. Prior to the catch and release regulation, this water had an S-17 (2 trout bag limit, 10 inch minimum length, only 1 of which can exceed 12 inches). In an effort to maintain the enhanced size quality currently being seen, this proposal would be a modification of those previous regulations and allow the harvest of 2 trout between 6 and 12 inches. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS ROCKY POND, LITTLE, TA R11 WELS (North Zone). General ROCKY POND, LITTLE, TA R11 WELS (North Zone). General ROCKY POND, LITTLE, TA R11 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-7. fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-7. S-19, S-20. fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-19, S-20.

7/31/2020 Page 13 of 163 Lake Trout (Togue) Growth

This theme includes waters where size quality, condition, and overall population health has declined, typically associated with wild populations where reduced angler use, reduced forage, and/or reduced harvest have allowed population growth to exceed carrying capacity and not meet size quality management goals. These conditions often occur in waters comanaged for other sportfish (such as landlocked salmon) where declines in forage adversely impact important/priority coexisting fisheries.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE A 3160 COLCORD POND Porter Oxford (South) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Lake Trout Growth

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "No bag limit on togue under 23 inches and no minimum length limit. Daily bag limit on togue greater than 23 inches: 1 fish."

PURPOSE The primary management focus for this water is for landlocked salmon. Togue are a secondary priority and recent information shows this is self-sustaining population is exhibiting signs of an overabundance of juveniles (83% were sublegal). This proposal would allow increased harvest of juvenile togue and would maintain consistency with management goals and objectives for this water. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS COLCORD POND, Porter (South Zone). General fishing COLCORD POND, Porter (South Zone). General fishing COLCORD POND, Porter (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-2, S-3. From October 1 - December laws apply, except: S-2, S-3, No bag limit on togue under laws apply, except: S-2, S-3, No bag limit on togue under 31: ALO, S-7. 23 inches and no minimum length limit. Daily bag limit on 23 inches and no minimum length limit. Daily bag limit on togue greater than 23 inches: 1 fish. From October 1 - togue greater than 23 inches: 1 fish. From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. December 31: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE A 3838 MOUSAM LAKE Acton, Shapleigh York MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Lake Trout Growth

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "No bag limit on togue under 23 inches and no minimum length limit. Daily bag limit on togue greater than 23 inches: 1 fish."

PURPOSE Togue stockings were discontinued in 1995, except small numbers of brood togue were stocked on 4 occasions between 2001-2014. The togue population became self- sustaining, but angler harvest of legal fish is very low. This proposal would liberalize the togue regulations to encourage additional harvest in an effort to enhance the forage base and maintain exceptional size and fish condition for all salmonids. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MOUSAM LAKE, Acton, Shapleigh (South Zone). General MOUSAM LAKE, Acton, Shapleigh (South Zone). General MOUSAM LAKE, Acton, Shapleigh (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-2, S-3. From October 1 - fishing laws apply, except: S-2, S-3, No bag limit on togue fishing laws apply, except: S-2, S-3, No bag limit on togue December 31: ALO, S-7. under 23 inches and no minimum length limit. Daily bag under 23 inches and no minimum length limit. Daily bag limit on togue greater than 23 inches: 1 fish. From limit on togue greater than 23 inches: 1 fish. From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 1096 MUSQUASH LAKE, WEST T6 R1 NBPP Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Lake Trout Growth

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Change Regulation from two togue between 18 and 23 inches to no minimum length limit and no bag limit under 23 inches.

PURPOSE West Musquash Lake is managed with the goal of quality sized (greater than 23 inch) togue making up notable proportion of the catch. Recent data indicates an increase in juvenile fish and a reduction in togue average length and condition. This proposal would allow more liberal harvest opportunity for togue under 23 inches to enhance growth and condition and maintain size quality goals. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MUSQUASH LAKE, WEST, T6 R1 NBPP (South Zone). MUSQUASH LAKE, WEST, T6 R1 NBPP (South Zone). MUSQUASH LAKE, WEST, T6 R1 NBPP (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-17. Minimum length General fishing laws apply, except: S-17. No bag limit on General fishing laws apply, except: S-17. No bag limit on limit on togue: 18 inches. Daily bag limit on togue 2 fish, togue under 23 inches and no minimum length limit. Daily togue under 23 inches and no minimum length limit. Daily only one over 33 inches. All togue between 23 and 33 bag limit on togue greater than 33 inches: 1 fish. bag limit on togue greater than 33 inches: 1 fish. All togue inches must be released alive at once. From October 1 - Minimum length limit on togue: 18 inches. Daily bag limit between 23 and 33 inches must be released alive at once. December 31: Closed to all fishing. on togue 2 fish, only one over 33 inches. All togue From October 1 - December 31: Closed to all fishing. between 23 and 33 inches must be released alive at once. From October 1 - December 31: Closed to all fishing.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 3308_BLNK , LOWER AND UPPER AND Richardsontown Twp, Township C, Oxford (North) MDIFW TRIBUTARIES Magalloway Plt

REGULATION THEME Lake Trout Growth

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "No bag limit on togue under 23 inches and no minimum length limit. Daily bag limit on togue greater than 23 inches: 1 fish."

PURPOSE Richardson Lake has excellent habitat for salmonids with an abundance of deep, well oxygenated water and receives high angler use. Current togue goals and objectives include limiting production of wild fish to maintain a healthy balance of all sportfish present. Richardson Lake is known for producing togue greater than 10 lbs and supports popular landlocked salmon and brook trout fisheries. Balancing the lake’s fisheries for togue and salmon with the principal forage, rainbow smelt, has proven to be challenging. Recent data indicate that the abundance of togue under 23 inches is increasing and that this increase has placed additional pressure on the smelt population; in turn affecting growth and condition of landlocked salmon. This proposal would allow increased opportunity to harvest juvenile togue in order to achieve management objectives for togue and salmon. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS RICHARDSON LAKES, LOWER AND UPPER AND RICHARDSON LAKES, LOWER AND UPPER AND RICHARDSON LAKES, LOWER AND UPPER AND TRIBUTARIES, Richardsontown Twp, Township C, etc. TRIBUTARIES, Richardsontown Twp, Township C, etc. TRIBUTARIES, Richardsontown Twp, Township C, etc. (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-1, (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-1, (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-1, S-17. (See listing for Upper Dam Pool). S-17. No bag limit on togue under 23 inches and no S-17. No bag limit on togue under 23 inches and no minimum length limit. Daily bag limit on togue greater minimum length limit. Daily bag limit on togue greater than 23 inches: 1 fish. (See listing for Upper Dam Pool). than 23 inches: 1 fish. (See listing for Upper Dam Pool).

7/31/2020 Page 18 of 163 Landlocked Salmon Growth

This theme includes waters where size quality, condition, and overall population health has declined, typically associated with wild populations where reduced angler use, reduced forage (smelt), and/or reduced harvest have allowed population growth to exceed carrying capacity and no longer meet size quality management objectives.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 3302_BLNK (INCLUDES CUPSUPTIC Adamstown Twp, Rangeley, Franklin, Oxford (North) MDIFW LAKE) Richardsontown Twp, Rangeley Plt

REGULATION THEME Landlocked Salmon Growth

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Liberalize Landlocked Salmon regulation to allow unlimited harvest of salmon less then 16 inches and only 1 over 16 inches.

PURPOSE An overabundance of wild landlocked salmon at Mooselookmeguntic Lake has resulted in poor salmon growth and condition for several years. Although the current salmon regulation was intended to increase harvest, data suggests the current level of harvest is insufficient to improve the overall condition of the salmon population. The proposed liberal regulation was recently applied to nearby Aziscohos Lake, which was demonstrating similarly poor salmon growth. After inception of the liberalized salmon regulations, we recognized a 60% increase in angler use. Local anglers have embraced this regulation and have expressed a desire for a similar regulation at Mooselookmeguntic Lake. This proposal would allow increased harvest and angler use to promote salmon growth. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MOOSELOOKMEGUNTIC LAKE (INCLUDES CUPSUPTIC MOOSELOOKMEGUNTIC LAKE (INCLUDES CUPSUPTIC MOOSELOOKMEGUNTIC LAKE (INCLUDES CUPSUPTIC LAKE), Rangeley, etc. (North Zone). General fishing laws LAKE), Rangeley, etc. (North Zone). General fishing laws LAKE), Rangeley, etc. (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-2, S-3, S-17. Daily bag limit on apply, except: CI. S-2, S-3, S-17. Daily bag limit on apply, except: CI. S-2, S-3, S-17. No size or bag limit on landlocked salmon: 3 fish. Minimum length limit on landlocked salmon: 3 fish. Minimum length limit on landlocked salmon less than 16 inches. Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon: 12 inches, only 1 may exceed 16 landlocked salmon: 12 inches, only 1 may exceed 16 salmon over 16 inches: 1 fish. inches. inches. No size or bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 16 inches. Daily bag limit on salmon over 16 inches: Mooselookmeguntic Lake regulations apply: Mooselookmeguntic Lake regulations apply: 1 fish. – To Cupsuptic Lake up to the red markers at Little Falls – To Cupsuptic Lake up to the red markers at Little Falls on the . on the Cupsuptic River. Mooselookmeguntic Lake regulations apply: – To the red markers at the confluence of – To the red markers at the confluence of Rangeley River – To Cupsuptic Lake up to the red markers at Little Falls and . and Kennebago River. on the Cupsuptic River. – To the red markers at the confluence of Rangeley River and Kennebago River.

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Proposed additions or removals to the State Heritage Fish Waters List consistent with statutory requirements and MDIFW’s Heritage Waters consideration data review process.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 2930 BERRY POND T2 R13 WELS Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Heritage Waters

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Amend Chapter 1A by adding this water to the State Heritage Fish Waters list (no change to current regulations).

PURPOSE The Fisheries Division conducted a thorough review of the statewide lake inventory database and newly surveyed waters to identify candidates for potential inclusion as State Heritage Fish Waters. This water met all Heritage List eligibility and nomination process criteria and is proposed to be added to the Heritage List.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS None. North Zone general law prohibits the use of live of fish as bait.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 4416 MYRICK POND T10 SD Hancock MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Heritage Waters

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Amend Chapter 1A by removing this water from the State Heritage Fish Waters list (no change to current regulations).

PURPOSE Mid-summer water quality at Myrick Pond is unfavorable for brook trout. The pond stratifies but lacks sufficient dissolved oxygen below the thermocline. Myrick Pond is shallow with large areas of emergent vegetation at the mouth of the inlet and in the outlet cove. There is no brook trout spawning habitat in Myrick Pond. During the last visit to the pond a large beaver dam was noted on the outlet (likely limiting fish movements at low water levels.) Myrick Pond was first surveyed in 1974. Remarks from the original survey indicated that trout were occasionally caught by anglers, but that the trout fishing was poor. It was believed that those occasional trout were only present seasonally and originated in the inlet or outlet. Nearly all the evidence of brook trout in Myrick Pond is based on anecdotal angler reports. However, one page from a volbook was retained in the file that showed that during August of 1984 an angler reported catching 25 trout with the five largest fish being 10-13 inches. This report is not consistent with the remainder of the data and the “accuracy” of this entry is questionable. Department surveys in 1974, 2009, and 2019 all resulted in no brook trout sampled.

The original survey and resurveys of Myrick Pond show very poor water quality for brook trout during the mid-summer. Brook Trout in Myrick Pond are most likely transient, as they have never been sampled by MDIFW biologists. The fish that were reported to be caught by anglers in the past were likely there seasonally and perhaps aided by abnormal conditions (high water, cooler than normal temperatures, etc.) Therefore, Myrick Pond does not meet Heritage Water criteria and is proposed for removal from the State Heritage Fish Waters List. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MYRICK POND, T10 SD (South Zone). General fishing laws None. MYRICK POND, T10 SD (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-4. From October 1 - December 31: Closed apply, except: S-4. From October 1 - December 31: Closed to all fishing. to all fishing.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 1436 WESTERN LAKE Robbinston Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Heritage Waters

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Amend Chapter 1A by removing this water from the State Heritage Fish Waters list (no change to current regulations).

PURPOSE Mid-summer water quality at Western Lake is unfavorable for brook trout. The pond is homothermous and lacks sufficient cold-water to over-summer trout. Western Lake is shallow with large areas of emergent vegetation. The outlet (Mill Stream) contains wild brook trout. Western Lake has no suitable brook trout spawning habitat and is highly acidic. Western Lake was first surveyed in 1961, where 115 white suckers and only one brook trout were sampled. Since that time winter and spring anglers have reported catching the occasional brook trout. A subsequent survey in 2019 continued to show unfavorable habitat conditions for brook trout during the mid-summer and indicated that any occasional trout are likely present only seasonally and/or are “drop down” stocked brook trout from Goulding Lake. During that survey 60 white suckers and only one brook trout were sampled. Reports from local wardens and local anglers indicate that angler use at this water is very low.

The original survey and resurvey of Western Lake showed very poor water quality for brook trout during the mid-summer. The fish that are caught occasionally in the pond are there seasonally or are likely stocked “drop downs” from Goulding Lake. Therefore, Western Lake does not meet Heritage Water criteria and is proposed for removal from the State Heritage Fish Waters List. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS WESTERN LAKE, Robbinston (South Zone). General fishing None. WESTERN LAKE, Robbinston (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-4. From October 1 - December 31: laws apply, except: S-4. From October 1 - December 31: Closed to all fishing. Closed to all fishing.

7/31/2020 Page 24 of 163 Angling Opportunity

Creation of new or expanded fishing opportunities (including fall fishing and year-round fishing) commonly associated with stocked waters and supported by public requests. Regulation changes may also apply to wild populations, where use and harvest are low and the resource can be effectively managed under general law protections, eliminating unnecessary special regulations in the law book.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 2196 DAVIS (WAPITI) POND T5 R7 WELS Penobscot (North) Public Request

REGULATION THEME Angling Opportunity, Public Request

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Open Davis Pond to year-round angling by removing the CI (closed to ice fishing) and fall fishing restrictions.

PURPOSE Davis Pond is a small, 58 acre pond with a maximum depth of 54 feet. There has been a brook trout stocking program at Davis Pond for several decades. There is a set of sporting camps on the pond where boat access is provided to the public at no charge. Indications are that current angler use is relatively low. This proposal would allow year-round angling opportunity in order to increase use of this brook trout stocking program in an area where there is a desire for such. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS DAVIS (WAPITI) POND, T5 R7 WELS (North Zone). General DAVIS (WAPITI) POND, T5 R7 WELS (North Zone). General DAVIS (WAPITI) POND, T5 R7 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-11, S-19. Open to open fishing laws apply, except: CI. Open to open water and ice fishing laws apply, except: Open to open water and ice water fishing October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. fishing from January 1 - December 31: S-11, S-19. Open to fishing from January 1 - December 31: S-11, S-19. open water fishing October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 5816 DICKWOOD LAKE Eagle Lake Aroostook MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Angling Opportunity, Public Request

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add ice fishing season to increase winter angling opportunities for brook trout.

PURPOSE Dickwood Lake is a 96 acre water within the MDIFW Dickwood Lake Wildlife Management Area. Indications are that angler use is currently low and stocked brook trout are underutilized. This proposal would allow year-round angling opportunity in order to increase use of this brook trout stocking program in an area where there is desire for such.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS DICKWOOD LAKE, Eagle Lake (North Zone). General DICKWOOD LAKE, Eagle Lake (North Zone). General DICKWOOD LAKE, Eagle Lake (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-11. Open to open water fishing laws apply, except: CI. A. S-11. Open to open fishing laws apply, except: A. S-11. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B 8079_BLNK FAIRFIELD RECREATION (PAL) PONDS Fairfield Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Angling Opportunity, Public Request

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "CI". Add "Open to ice and open water fishing from January 1 to December 31."

PURPOSE Fairfield Recreation (PAL) Ponds are youth fishing opportunity waters for put-and-take stocked brook trout. While this water technically lies within the North Zone (southern edge), management goals and objectives are more consistent with most South Zone waters. This proposal would increase opportunity for youth anglers, while remaining consistent with management goals and objectives. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS FAIRFIELD RECREATION (PAL) PONDS, Fairfield (North FAIRFIELD RECREATION (PAL) PONDS, Fairfield (North FAIRFIELD RECREATION (PAL) PONDS, Fairfield (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-8, S-9. Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Open to ice Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Open to ice and and open water fishing from January 1 to December 31. open water fishing from January 1 to December 31. S-8, S-8, S-9. S-9.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B GOOSE RIVER Swanville, Belfast Waldo MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Angling Opportunity, Public Request

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION New listing. Add "Open to open water and ice fishing from January 1 - December 31: S-19. The use of all legal forms of bait, artificial lures, and artificial flies is permitted."

PURPOSE The Goose River is a popular put-and-take stocked brook trout fishery. Although no formal angler survey has been conducted, reports from local wardens indicate high use and good angler success. The River is accessed at numerous road crossings, including the tailwater of the Swan Lake dam. Other recent year round opportunities in flowing waters have proven to be very popular. This proposal would provide an additional extended season fishing opportunity in an area where there is angler interest and an expectation of use. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS GOOSE RIVER, Swanville, Belfast (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Open to open water and ice fishing from January 1 - December 31: S-19. The use of all legal forms of bait, artificial lures, and artificial flies is permitted.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 1682 LONG LAKE Madawaska, Saint Agatha, T17 R3 Aroostook Public Request WELS, T17 R4 WELS

REGULATION THEME Angling Opportunity, Public Request

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "Open to ice fishing for smelts from the time ice forms in the fall until April 30."

PURPOSE Long Lake has long been recognized for its ability to grow large, attractive salmon and brook trout. The salmon fishery is well known across the State. Long annually supports two full seasons of angling. Historically, there has been demand for increased smelt angling opportunities in the region. However, smelt population level impacts (and therefore impacts to landlocked salmon growth and condition) have been documented when dipnet fisheries are allowed. Providing an early season hand-line fishery is an alternative that allows for harvest opportunity without the negative effects that dipnet fisheries are known for. Anglers at one time (1970s) were allowed to fish for smelt as soon as the ice formed and for many years it has been requested to reopen this season. The amount of additional smelt harvested by allowing hook and line smelting to occur prior to January 1, will likely be insignificant to the overall population and will provide additional opportunity. This proposal is in direct response to a public request that has been recurring for many years. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS LONG LAKE, Madawaska, Saint Agatha, T17 R3&4 WELS LONG LAKE, Madawaska, Saint Agatha, T17 R3&4 WELS LONG LAKE, Madawaska, Saint Agatha, T17 R3&4 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-2, (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-2, (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-2, S-3, S-11, S-16. Only 1 landlocked salmon may exceed 16 S-3, S-11, S-16. Only 1 landlocked salmon may exceed 16 S-3, S-11, S-16. Only 1 landlocked salmon may exceed 16 inches. (See also Fish River Thoroughfares). inches. Open to ice fishing for smelts from the time ice inches. Open to ice fishing for smelts from the time ice forms in the fall until April 30. (See also Fish River forms in the fall until April 30. (See also Fish River - Tributaries downstream of the first road crossing: S-16. Thoroughfares). Thoroughfares). Only 1 landlocked salmon may exceed 16 inches. The general law maximum length limit on landlocked salmon - Tributaries downstream of the first road crossing: S-16. - Tributaries downstream of the first road crossing: S-16. does not apply. Only 1 landlocked salmon may exceed 16 inches. The Only 1 landlocked salmon may exceed 16 inches. The general law maximum length limit on landlocked salmon general law maximum length limit on landlocked salmon does not apply. does not apply.

7/31/2020 Page 30 of 163 New Special Regulation Listing

Typically advanced to support new stocking and management programs with a specific goal or concern addressed by the special regulation.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE A 6449 EDDY POND, BIG Topsham Sagadahoc MDIFW

REGULATION THEME New Listing

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION New listing. "From October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7."

PURPOSE Big Eddy Pond has a newly established put and take brook trout stocking program. This program provides angling opportunity for brook trout in an area where similar programs are lacking. This proposal would prevent harvest of fall stocked in order to provide a winter-spring put-and-take fishing opportunity.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS EDDY POND, BIG, Topsham (South Zone). General fishing EDDY POND, BIG, Topsham (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From October 1 - November 30: ALO, laws apply, except: From October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. S-7.

7/31/2020 Page 32 of 163 Simplify to General Law

Consistent with ongoing MDIFW commitments to simplify the law book, this theme identifies waters with special regulations that can be effectively managed under general law. Removals typically result where there are changes in management, including suspension of ineffective stocking programs, invasive species introductions displacing the regulated fishery, lost public access and suspension of intensive management, and antiquated rules reflecting historical management needs that are no longer relevant.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 4062 BLACK BROOK POND Moxie Gore Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove from the lawbook and revert to general law.

PURPOSE Black Brook Pond is no longer stocked with brook trout due to poor survival. The latest survey found no brook trout present in the pond, general law will be sufficient to meet management goals and objectives. This proposal will simplify the lawbook with complete removal.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS BLACK BROOK POND, Moxie Gore (North Zone). General BLACK BROOK POND, Moxie Gore (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-19. Open to open water fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-19. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 3532 GULL POND Dallas Plt Franklin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove from the lawbook and revert to general law

PURPOSE The stocking program at Gull Pond was suspended in 2016 due to loss of public access. General law is sufficient to meet management goals and objectives. Since stocked fishery management is no longer active, restrictions on smelt beyond general law are no longer necessary. Recently added as a water open to commercial smelt harvest, removal of S-1 and S-3 would allow for consistent opportunity among user groups. General law is sufficient to meet management goals and objectives. This proposal would simplify the lawbook with complete removal. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS GULL POND, Dallas Plt (North Zone). General fishing laws GULL POND, Dallas Plt (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-1, S-3. Open to open water fishing apply, except: CI. S-1, S-3. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 8833_BLNK HATHAN BOGS Coburn Gore Franklin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove from the lawbook and revert to general law.

PURPOSE The fly fishing only regulation was placed on Hathan Bogs in the 1940's when all waters within Coburn Gore were fly fishing only. The first survey was completed in 2012 and found the Bog to be a wide slow section of a stream, depth dependent on beaver activity, and having a self sustaining population of brook trout. The restrictive tackle regulation is unnecessary with the limited angler use. General law is sufficient to meet management goals and objectives. This proposal will simplify the lawbook with complete removal. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS HATHAN BOGS, Coburn Gore (North Zone). General HATHAN BOGS, Coburn Gore (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 3520 HOWARD POND Hanover Oxford (North) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove from the lawbook and revert to general law.

PURPOSE Howard Pond's brook trout stocking program was suspended in 2015 due to loss of public access. A landlocked salmon stocking program was terminated in 2013 due to failure to meet objectives. Given the current situation, special regulations are unnecessary and general law is sufficient. This proposal would simplify the lawbook with complete removal. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS HOWARD POND, Hanover (North Zone). General fishing HOWARD POND, Hanover (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Open to open water fishing from laws apply, except: CI. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 0182 JACKSON POND Concord Twp Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove from the lawbook and revert to general law

PURPOSE The stocking program at Jackson Pond was suspended in 2015 due to loss of public access. Special regulations are unnecessary and general law is sufficient to meet management goals and objectives. This proposal would simplify the lawbook with complete removal.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS JACKSON POND, Concord Twp (North Zone). General JACKSON POND, Concord Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Open to open water fishing fishing laws apply, except: CI. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 0178 LILY POND Concord Twp Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove from the lawbook

PURPOSE Lily Pond resides in the north zone and by general law is already closed to ice fishing. This proposal will simplify the lawbook with complete removal.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS LILY POND, Concord Twp (North Zone). General fishing LILY POND, Concord Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. laws apply, except: CI.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B 2270 PLEASANT LAKE Stetson Penobscot (South) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove fall fishing restrictions and replace with General law.

PURPOSE Pleasant Lake provides anglers with a high-quality warm water fishery. Poor water quality and competing species limit the potential for any trout stocking programs. The current fall restrictions are an artifact of historical regulations and are no longer necessary. The proposal to restore General Law regulations will provide sufficient protections to this warm water fishery. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PLEASANT LAKE, Stetson (South Zone). General fishing PLEASANT LAKE, Stetson (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From October 1 - November 30: ALO, laws apply, except: From October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 2318 REDINGTON POND Redington Twp Franklin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove from the lawbook and revert to general law.

PURPOSE Redington Pond is located in a US Navy training facility and is closed to the public. General law is sufficient as this water is unavailable to the public and there is no angling activity.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS REDINGTON POND, Redington Twp (North Zone). General REDINGTON POND, Redington Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-17. fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-17.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 320002 RIPPLE BROOK Mount Desert Hancock MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete from law book and return to general law.

PURPOSE Ripple Brook was historically managed to maximize production of wild landlocked salmon produced from stocked salmon in Long Pond upstream. However, spawning and rearing habitat is limited to a short section of the brook (less than 200 yards), thus limiting any significant production potential. Management goals and objectives in Long Pond do not rely on natural reproduction due to the lack of meaningful contributions from wild fish. This proposal would simplify and eliminate an unnecessary regulation and general law restrictions are more suitable for current management. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS RIPPLE BROOK, Mount Desert. Closed to all fishing. RIPPLE BROOK, Mount Desert. Closed to all fishing.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 0563 ROUND POND AND OUTLET T7 SD, T10 SD, STEUBEN Hancock MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete special listing and regulate as general law.

PURPOSE Round Pond was historically stocked with brook trout (in the 1940's) and landlocked salmon (in the 1960's and 1970's). Historically there were some indications that a small wild brook population may have been present, however habitat and water quality are marginal for cold water species. Smallmouth bass were introduced in the 1990's. Several past samplings since the 60's have resulted in very few trout with no consistency. There is no evidence of trout remaining. The introduction of smallmouth bass has likely eliminated the historically low (possibly seasonal) population. This proposal would simplify and eliminate an unnecessary special regulation. General law regulations are consistent with current management goals and objectives for this water. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS ROUND POND AND OUTLET, T10 SD (South Zone). ROUND POND AND OUTLET, T10 SD (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-13, S-16. From General fishing laws apply, except: S-13, S-16. From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B 3796 SABATTUS POND Greene, Sabattus, Wales Androscoggin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove daily bag limit on white perch.

PURPOSE Sabattus Pond is a popular warm water fishery, and it is extremely productive for species such as white perch. The majority of anglers seek northern pike and black crappie, lessening the focus solely on white perch. White perch are prolific and the population in Sabattus Pond remains robust. This proposal to revert to General Law will simplify and eliminate an unnecessary special regulation. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS SABATTUS POND, Greene, Sabattus, Wales (South Zone). SABATTUS POND, Greene, Sabattus, Wales (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on General fishing laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on white perch: 25 fish. white perch: 25 fish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B 5658 TILTON POND Fayette Kennebec MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove S-3.

PURPOSE Tilton Pond is managed as a warm water fishery. Water quality precludes any management opportunities for stocked cold water species that would utilize smelt as forage. Additionally, competition from warm water species limit smelt and are therefore low in abundance. This proposal would eliminate an unnecessary special regulation.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS TILTON POND, Fayette (South Zone). General fishing laws TILTON POND, Fayette (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-3. apply, except: S-3.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B 4894 WASHINGTON POND Washington Knox MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove fall fishing restrictions.

PURPOSE Washington Pond was historically stocked with brown trout and brook trout. However, due to inequitable public access, stocking programs were ceased. The pond is currently managed for warm water species and therefore the fall restrictions are unnecessary.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS WASHINGTON POND, Washington (South Zone). General WASHINGTON POND, Washington (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From October 1 - November fishing laws apply, except: From October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 3970 WELLS POND Parmachenee Twp Oxford (North) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Simplify to General Law

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove from the lawbook and revert to general law.

PURPOSE Historically, brook trout may have occasionally been present in Wells Pond, however recent surveys have not captured any trout (brook trout have not been sampled since 1966). The pond has marginal water quality for trout, lacks spawning substrate, and no evidence of anglers were observed during the past two surveys. General law is sufficient to meet management goals and objectives. This proposal would simplify the lawbook with complete removal. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS WELLS POND, Parmachenee Twp (North Zone). General WELLS POND, Parmachenee Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-17. From August 16 - fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-17. From August 16 - September 30: S-7. September 30: S-7.

7/31/2020 Page 47 of 163 Trout to Brook Trout

The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately in the law book. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, includes rainbow trout, brown trout, and brook trout. The use of the two terms is currently inconsistently applied. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 1398 ACKLEY POND Cutler Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS ACKLEY POND, Cutler (South Zone). General fishing laws ACKLEY POND, Cutler (South Zone). General fishing laws ACKLEY POND, Cutler (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish except that apply, except: Daily bag limit on brook trout: 5 fish except apply, except: Daily bag limit on brook trout: 5 fish except from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. that from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. that from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 4778 CRYSTAL POND T40 MD Hancock MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS CRYSTAL POND, T40 MD (South Zone). General fishing CRYSTAL POND, T40 MD (South Zone). General fishing CRYSTAL POND, T40 MD (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on trout: 5 laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on brook laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on brook fish. Open to open water fishing October 1 - November trout: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing October 1 - trout: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing October 1 - 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 0720 DAICEY POND T3 R10 WELS Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS DAICEY POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing DAICEY POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing DAICEY POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-19, only 1 trout may exceed laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-19, only 1 brook trout may laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-19, only 1 brook trout may 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard motors is exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 0714 DRAPER POND T3 R10 WELS Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS DRAPER POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General DRAPER POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General DRAPER POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-19. Only 1 trout may fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-19. Only 1 brook fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-19. Only 1 brook exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard trout may exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or trout may exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. outboard motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live outboard motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November baitfish. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - baitfish. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - 30: FFO, S-7. November 30: FFO, S-7. November 30: FFO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 0942 ENDLESS LAKE Cedar Lake Twp Penobscot (South) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS ENDLESS LAKE, T3 R9 NWP (South Zone). General fishing ENDLESS LAKE, T3 R9 NWP (South Zone). General fishing ENDLESS LAKE, T3 R9 NWP (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Only 1 trout may exceed 14 inches. No laws apply, except: Only 1 brook trout may exceed 14 laws apply, except: Only 1 brook trout may exceed 14 size or bag limit on largemouth bass. From October 1 - inches. No size or bag limit on largemouth bass. From inches. No size or bag limit on largemouth bass. From December 31: ALO, S-7. October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 0696 FOSS AND KNOWLTON POND T2 R10 WELS, T3 R10 WELS Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS FOSS AND KNOWLTON POND, T2&3 R10 WELS (North FOSS AND KNOWLTON POND, T2&3 R10 WELS (North FOSS AND KNOWLTON POND, T2&3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 trout may exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or brook trout may exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats brook trout may exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats outboard motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live or outboard motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of or outboard motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of baitfish. live baitfish. live baitfish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 4232 FOWLER POND, LOWER Trout Brook Twp Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS FOWLER POND, LOWER, T6 R9 WELS (North Zone). FOWLER POND, LOWER, T6 R9 WELS (North Zone). FOWLER POND, LOWER, T6 R9 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 trout General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 brook General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 brook may exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or trout may exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or trout may exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live outboard motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live outboard motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. baitfish. baitfish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 4238 FROST POND Trout Brook Twp Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS FROST POND, T6 R9 WELS (North Zone). General fishing FROST POND, T6 R9 WELS (North Zone). General fishing FROST POND, T6 R9 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. ALO, S-19. Only 1 trout may exceed laws apply, except: CI. ALO, S-19. Only 1 brook trout may laws apply, except: CI. ALO, S-19. Only 1 brook trout may 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard motors is exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 1434 GOULDING LAKE Robbinston Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS GOULDING LAKE, Robbinston (South Zone). General GOULDING LAKE, Robbinston (South Zone). General GOULDING LAKE, Robbinston (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish, fishing laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on brook trout: fishing laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on brook trout: except that from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. 5 fish, except that from October 1 - November 30: ALO, 5 fish, except that from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 1362 INDIAN LAKE Whiting Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS INDIAN LAKE, Whiting (South Zone). General fishing laws INDIAN LAKE, Whiting (South Zone). General fishing laws INDIAN LAKE, Whiting (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-13. Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish, only 1 apply, except: S-13. Daily bag limit on brook trout: 5 fish, apply, except: S-13. Daily bag limit on brook trout: 5 fish, may exceed 12 inches. From October 1 - November 30: only 1 may exceed 12 inches. From October 1 - November only 1 may exceed 12 inches. From October 1 - November ALO, S-7. 30: ALO, S-7. 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 4168 IRELAND POND T7 R8 WELS Penobscot (North) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS IRELAND POND, T7 R8 WELS (North Zone). General fishing IRELAND POND, T7 R8 WELS (North Zone). General fishing IRELAND POND, T7 R8 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. ALO, S-19. Only 1 trout may exceed laws apply, except: CI. ALO, S-19. Only 1 brook trout may laws apply, except: CI. ALO, S-19. Only 1 brook trout may 14 inches. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. Open to exceed 14 inches. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. exceed 14 inches. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. open water fishing October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. Open to open water fishing October 1 - November 30: Open to open water fishing October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 0684 JACKSON POND T3 R10 WELS, T3 R11 WELS Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS JACKSON POND, T3 R10&11 WELS (North Zone). General JACKSON POND, T3 R10&11 WELS (North Zone). General JACKSON POND, T3 R10&11 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 trout may fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 brook trout fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 brook trout exceed 14 inches. may exceed 14 inches. may exceed 14 inches.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 9671 JAMES POND Charlotte Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS JAMES POND, Charlotte (South Zone). General fishing JAMES POND, Charlotte (South Zone). General fishing JAMES POND, Charlotte (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish, except laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on brook trout: 5 fish, laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on brook trout: 5 fish, that from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. except that from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. except that from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 2374 KENNEBAGO LAKE, BIG AND TRIBUTARIES, INCLUDING Davis Twp, Stetsontown Twp Franklin MDIFW BIG SAG BROOK

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS KENNEBAGO LAKE, BIG AND TRIBUTARIES, INCLUDING KENNEBAGO LAKE, BIG AND TRIBUTARIES, INCLUDING KENNEBAGO LAKE, BIG AND TRIBUTARIES, INCLUDING BIG SAG BROOK, Davis Twp (North Zone). General fishing BIG SAG BROOK, Davis Twp (North Zone). General fishing BIG SAG BROOK, Davis Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Open to open water fishing from laws apply, except: CI. Open to open water fishing from laws apply, except: CI. Open to open water fishing from April 1 - October 31: FFO. Minimum length limit on trout: April 1 - October 31: FFO. Minimum length limit on brook April 1 - October 31: FFO. Minimum length limit on brook 6 inches, only one trout may exceed 12 inches. Tributaries trout: 6 inches, only one brook trout may exceed 12 trout: 6 inches, only one brook trout may exceed 12 (except Kennebago River): FFO. Minimum length limit on inches. Tributaries (except Kennebago River): FFO. inches. Tributaries (except Kennebago River): FFO. trout: 6 inches, only one trout may exceed 12 inches. Minimum length limit on brook trout: 6 inches, only one Minimum length limit on brook trout: 6 inches, only one Closed to fishing after August 15. brook trout may exceed 12 inches. Closed to fishing after brook trout may exceed 12 inches. Closed to fishing after August 15. August 15.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 0716 KIDNEY POND T3 R10 WELS Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS KIDNEY POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing KIDNEY POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing KIDNEY POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 trout may exceed 14 laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 brook trout may laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 brook trout may inches. The use of motorboats or outboard motors is exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 0435 LAKE WOOD Bar Harbor Hancock MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS LAKE WOOD, Bar Harbor (South Zone). General fishing LAKE WOOD, Bar Harbor (South Zone). General fishing LAKE WOOD, Bar Harbor (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Motorboats prohibited. Daily bag limit laws apply, except: Motorboats prohibited. Daily bag limit laws apply, except: Motorboats prohibited. Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish, except that from October 1 - November on brook trout: 5 fish, except that from October 1 - on brook trout: 5 fish, except that from October 1 - 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 1396 LILY LAKE Trescott Twp Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS LILY LAKE, Trescott Twp (South Zone). General fishing LILY LAKE, Trescott Twp (South Zone). General fishing LILY LAKE, Trescott Twp (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4. Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish. laws apply, except: CI. S-4. Daily bag limit on brook trout: laws apply, except: CI. S-4. Daily bag limit on brook trout: From October 1 - March 31: ALO, S-7. 5 fish. From October 1 - March 31: ALO, S-7. 5 fish. From October 1 - March 31: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 0447 LONG POND, LITTLE Mount Desert Hancock MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS LONG POND, LITTLE, Seal Harbor (South Zone). General LONG POND, LITTLE, Seal Harbor (South Zone). General LONG POND, LITTLE, Seal Harbor (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI, CO. S-4. Minimum length fishing laws apply, except: CI, CO. S-4. Minimum length fishing laws apply, except: CI, CO. S-4. Minimum length limit on trout: 8 inches. limit on brook trout: 8 inches. limit on brook trout: 8 inches.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 0453 LOON POND T40 MD Hancock MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS LOON POND, T40 MD (South Zone). General fishing laws LOON POND, T40 MD (South Zone). General fishing laws LOON POND, T40 MD (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish. apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on brook trout: apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on brook trout: Open to open water fishing October 1 - November 30: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing October 1 - November 5 fish. Open to open water fishing October 1 - November ALO, S-7. 30: ALO, S-7. 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 0728 LOST POND T3 R10 WELS Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS LOST POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing LOST POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing LOST POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 trout may exceed 14 laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 brook trout may laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 brook trout may inches. The use of motorboats or outboard motors is exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 1126 MONROE LAKE T43 MD BPP Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout. Replace "Open to open water fishing" with "From".

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MONROE LAKE, T43 MD BPP (South Zone). General MONROE LAKE, T43 MD BPP (South Zone). General MONROE LAKE, T43 MD BPP (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. Open to brook trout: 5 fish. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. brook trout: 5 fish. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. open water fishing October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. Open to open water fishing October 1 - November 30: Open to open water fishing October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 7688 MOOSE BOG Bowmantown Twp Oxford (North) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MOOSE BOG, Bowmantown (North Zone). General fishing MOOSE BOG, Bowmantown Twp (North Zone). General MOOSE BOG, Bowmantown Twp (North Zone). General laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-20, S-22. Daily limit on fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-20, S-22. Daily limit fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-20, S-22. Daily limit trout: 1 fish. From August 16 - September 30: S-7. on brook trout: 1 fish. From August 16 - September 30: on brook trout: 1 fish. From August 16 - September 30: S-7. S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 338002_BLNK NARRAGUAGUS RIVER, WEST BRANCH, AND T22 MD to Cherryfield Hancock MDIFW TRIBUTARIES

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS NARRAGUAGUS RIVER, WEST BRANCH, AND NARRAGUAGUS RIVER, WEST BRANCH, AND NARRAGUAGUS RIVER, WEST BRANCH, AND TRIBUTARIES, T22 MD to Cherryfield (South Zone). TRIBUTARIES, T22 MD to Cherryfield (South Zone). TRIBUTARIES, T22 MD to Cherryfield (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Minimum length limit General fishing laws apply, except: Minimum length limit General fishing laws apply, except: Minimum length limit on trout: 8 inches. S-19. From the headwaters down to on brook trout: 8 inches. S-19. From the headwaters on brook trout: 8 inches. S-19. From the headwaters junction with Spring River: ALO. down to junction with Spring River: ALO. down to junction with Spring River: ALO.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 9821 PEEP LAKE T30 MD BPP Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PEEP LAKE, T30 MD BPP (South Zone). General fishing PEEP LAKE, T30 MD BPP (South Zone). General fishing PEEP LAKE, T30 MD BPP (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on trout: 5 laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on brook laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on brook fish. Open to open water fishing October 1 - November trout: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing October 1 - trout: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing October 1 - 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 9819 PIKE BROOK POND, EAST T18 MD BPP Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PIKE BROOK POND, EAST, T18 MD BPP (South Zone). PIKE BROOK POND, EAST, T18 MD BPP (South Zone). PIKE BROOK POND, EAST, T18 MD BPP (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4. S-10. Daily bag General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4. S-10. Daily bag General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4. S-10. Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing October limit on brook trout: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing limit on brook trout: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 1943 PLEASANT POND, LITTLE T10 R11 WELS Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PLEASANT POND, LITTLE, T10 R11 WELS (North Zone). PLEASANT POND, LITTLE, T10 R11 WELS (North Zone). PLEASANT POND, LITTLE, T10 R11 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-19, only 1 General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-19, only 1 General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-19, only 1 trout may exceed 12 inches. brook trout may exceed 12 inches. brook trout may exceed 12 inches.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 3328_BLNK POND IN THE RIVER C Surplus, Township C, Upton Oxford (North) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS POND IN THE RIVER, C Surplus Twp, Township C, Upton POND IN THE RIVER, C Surplus Twp, Township C, Upton POND IN THE RIVER, C Surplus, Township C, Upton (North (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Daily Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon: 3 fish; minimum Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon: 3 fish; minimum bag limit on landlocked salmon: 3 fish; minimum length length limit: 12 inches. Use of barbed hooks prohibited. length limit: 12 inches. Use of barbed hooks prohibited. limit: 12 inches. Use of barbed hooks prohibited. All brook All trout caught must be released alive at once. All brook trout caught must be released alive at once. trout caught must be released alive at once.

– Closed to all fishing during July and August is that – Closed to all fishing during July and August is that – Closed to all fishing during July and August is that portion of Pond in the River delineated by red markers portion of Pond in the River delineated by red markers portion of Pond in the River delineated by red markers located approximately 1/2 mile above the remnants of located approximately 1/2 mile above the remnants of located approximately 1/2 mile above the remnants of Lower Dam, and red markers located about 200 yards Lower Dam, and red markers located about 200 yards Lower Dam, and red markers located about 200 yards below the inlet of the . below the inlet of the Rapid River. below the inlet of the Rapid River.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 4436 RAINBOW POND T10 SD Hancock MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS RAINBOW POND, T10 SD (South Zone). General fishing RAINBOW POND, T10 SD (South Zone). General fishing RAINBOW POND, T10 SD (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish, except laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on brook trout: 5 fish, laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on brook trout: 5 fish, that from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. except that from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. except that from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 086175_BLNK RAPID RIVER Township C, Upton Oxford (North) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS RAPID RIVER, Township C, Upton (North Zone). General RAPID RIVER, Township C, Upton (North Zone). General RAPID RIVER, Township C, Upton (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: FFO. Daily bag limit on fishing laws apply, except: FFO. Daily bag limit on fishing laws apply, except: FFO. Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon: 3 fish; minimum length limit: 12 landlocked salmon: 3 fish; minimum length limit: 12 landlocked salmon: 3 fish; minimum length limit: 12 inches. Use of barbed hooks prohibited. All trout caught inches. Use of barbed hooks prohibited. All brook trout inches. Use of barbed hooks prohibited. All brook trout must be released alive at once. caught must be released alive at once. caught must be released alive at once.

– Closed to all fishing after September 15 is that portion – Closed to all fishing after September 15 is that portion – Closed to all fishing after September 15 is that portion of the Rapid River between the remnants of Lower Dam of the Rapid River between the remnants of Lower Dam of the Rapid River between the remnants of Lower Dam to the red markers near the head of Long Pool, so-called. to the red markers near the head of Long Pool, so-called. to the red markers near the head of Long Pool, so-called.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 0708 ROCKY POND T3 R10 WELS Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS ROCKY POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing ROCKY POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing ROCKY POND, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 trout may exceed 14 laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 brook trout may laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 brook trout may inches. The use of motorboats or outboard motors is exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 0710 ROCKY POND, LITTLE T3 R10 WELS Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS ROCKY POND, LITTLE, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General ROCKY POND, LITTLE, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General ROCKY POND, LITTLE, T3 R10 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 trout may fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 brook trout fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Only 1 brook trout exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard may exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or may exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. outboard motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live outboard motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. baitfish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 5058 ROUND MOUNTAIN POND Alder Stream Twp Franklin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS ROUND MOUNTAIN POND, Alder Stream Twp. General ROUND MOUNTAIN POND, Alder Stream Twp. General ROUND MOUNTAIN POND, Alder Stream Twp. General fishing laws for Tribal Waters (page A-3) apply, except: CI. fishing laws for Tribal Waters (page A-3) apply, except: CI. fishing laws for Tribal Waters (page A-3) apply, except: CI. Opens to open water fishing May 1st: FFO. Daily bag limit Opens to open water fishing May 1st: FFO. Daily bag limit Opens to open water fishing May 1st: FFO. Daily bag limit on trout: 2 fish; minimum length limit: 10 inches. on brook trout: 2 fish; minimum length limit: 10 inches. on brook trout: 2 fish; minimum length limit: 10 inches. Penobscot Indian Territory. Penobscot Indian Territory. Penobscot Indian Territory.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 1470 ROUND POND T13 R12 WELS Aroostook MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS ROUND POND, T13 R12 WELS (North Zone). General ROUND POND, T13 R12 WELS (North Zone). General ROUND POND, T13 R12 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From August 16 - September fishing laws apply, except: From August 16 - September fishing laws apply, except: From August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total daily bag limit on trout and togue: 1 fish. 30: ALO. Total daily bag limit on brook trout and togue: 1 30: ALO. Total daily bag limit on brook trout and togue: 1 (See Allagash Wilderness Waterway). fish. (See Allagash Wilderness Waterway). fish. (See Allagash Wilderness Waterway).

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 1158 SALMON POND T30 MD BPP Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS SALMON POND, T30 MD BPP (South Zone). General SALMON POND, T30 MD BPP (South Zone). General SALMON POND, T30 MD BPP (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing October 1 - brook trout: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing October brook trout: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing October November 30: ALO, S-7. 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 4422 SALMON POND T10 SD Hancock MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS SALMON POND, T10 SD (South Zone). General fishing SALMON POND, T10 SD (South Zone). General fishing SALMON POND, T10 SD (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-10. Daily bag limit on trout: 5 laws apply, except: CI. S-10. Daily bag limit on brook laws apply, except: CI. S-10. Daily bag limit on brook fish. Open to open water fishing October 1 - November trout: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing October 1 - trout: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing October 1 - 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 1280 SIX MILE LAKE Marshfield, Whitneyville Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS SIX MILE LAKE, Marshfield, Whitneyville (South Zone). SIX MILE LAKE, Marshfield, Whitneyville (South Zone). SIX MILE LAKE, Marshfield, Whitneyville (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10, S-13. General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10, S-13. General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10, S-13. Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish. Open to open water fishing Daily bag limit on brook trout: 5 fish. Open to open water Daily bag limit on brook trout: 5 fish. Open to open water October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. fishing October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. fishing October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 33800206 SPRING RIVER AND TRIBUTARIES T16 MD Hancock MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS SPRING RIVER AND TRIBUTARIES, T16 MD (South Zone). SPRING RIVER AND TRIBUTARIES, T16 MD (South Zone). SPRING RIVER AND TRIBUTARIES, T16 MD (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-19. Minimum length General fishing laws apply, except: S-19. Minimum length General fishing laws apply, except: S-19. Minimum length limit on trout: 8 inches. limit on brook trout: 8 inches. limit on brook trout: 8 inches.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 0322 TROUT POND Moosehead Junction Twp Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS TROUT POND, Moosehead Junction Twp (North Zone). TROUT POND, Moosehead Junction Twp (North Zone). TROUT POND, Moosehead Junction Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-17. General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-17. General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO, S-17. Motorboats prohibited. From September 15 - September Motorboats prohibited. From September 15 - September Motorboats prohibited. From September 15 - September 30: daily bag limit on trout: 1 fish. 30: daily bag limit on brook trout: 1 fish. 30: daily bag limit on brook trout: 1 fish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 4772 TROUT POND T40 MD Hancock MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS TROUT POND, T40 MD (South Zone). General fishing laws TROUT POND, T40 MD (South Zone). General fishing laws TROUT POND, T40 MD (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Only 1 trout may exceed 14 apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Only 1 brook trout may apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. Only 1 brook trout may inches. Open to open water fishing October 1 - November exceed 14 inches. Open to open water fishing October 1 - exceed 14 inches. Open to open water fishing October 1 - 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 4562 TROUT POND Amherst Hancock MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS TROUT POND, Amherst (South Zone). General fishing laws TROUT POND, Amherst (South Zone). General fishing laws TROUT POND, Amherst (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish. From apply, except: CI. Daily bag limit on brook trout: 5 fish. apply, except: CI. Daily bag limit on brook trout: 5 fish. October 1 - March 31: ALO, S-7. From October 1 - March 31: ALO, S-7. From October 1 - March 31: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 2026_BLNK TWIN PONDS (#1 AND #2) T4 R9 WELS Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS TWIN PONDS (#1 AND #2), T4 R9 WELS (North Zone). TWIN PONDS (#1 AND #2), T4 R9 WELS (North Zone). TWIN PONDS (#1 AND #2), T4 R9 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Only 1 trout may General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Only 1 brook trout General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Only 1 brook trout exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or outboard may exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or may exceed 14 inches. The use of motorboats or motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. outboard motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live outboard motors is prohibited. Closed to the taking of live baitfish. baitfish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 1346 VINING LAKE Cathance Twp, Cooper Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS VINING LAKE, Cathance Twp, Cooper (South Zone). VINING LAKE, Cathance Twp, Cooper (South Zone). VINING LAKE, Cathance Twp, Cooper (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on General fishing laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on General fishing laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on trout: 5 fish, except that from October 1 - November 30: brook trout: 5 fish, except that from October 1 - brook trout: 5 fish, except that from October 1 - ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 21008129_BLNK WEBSTER STREAM T6 R11 WELS to Trout Brook Twp Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS WEBSTER STREAM, T6 R11 WELS to Trout Brook Twp WEBSTER STREAM, T6 R11 WELS to Trout Brook Twp WEBSTER STREAM, T6 R11 WELS to Trout Brook Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except:

– From the Telos Lake Dam downstream to Webster Lake – From the Telos Lake Dam downstream to Webster Lake – From the Telos Lake Dam downstream to Webster Lake (known as the Telos Cut): ALO, S-17. From August 16 - (known as the Telos Cut): ALO, S-17. From August 16 - (known as the Telos Cut): ALO, S-17. From August 16 - September 30: ALO. Minimum length limit on trout: 10 September 30: ALO. Minimum length limit on brook trout: September 30: ALO. Minimum length limit on brook trout: inches. Total daily bag limit: 1 brook trout (Title 12, 10 inches. Total daily bag limit: 1 brook trout (Title 12, 10 inches. Total daily bag limit: 1 brook trout (Title 12, subsection 12458). subsection 12458). subsection 12458).

– From Webster Lake to the confluence with the East – From Webster Lake to the confluence with the East – From Webster Lake to the confluence with the East Branch of the Penobscot River: ALO, S-17. Branch of the Penobscot River: ALO, S-17. Branch of the Penobscot River: ALO, S-17.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 09313331 WOOD STREAM Attean Twp Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Trout to Brook Trout

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The terms "trout" and "brook trout" are both defined separately. "Brook trout" includes brook trout, splake, and Arctic charr. The term "trout", when used alone, adds rainbow trout and brown trout to the species defined by the term "brook trout". The use of the two terms is currently inconsistent. Adding "brook" before trout will clarify intent and create consistency. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS WOOD STREAM, Attean Twp (North Zone). General WOOD STREAM, Attean Twp (North Zone). General WOOD STREAM, Attean Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From Little Big Wood Pond to fishing laws apply, except: From Little Big Wood Pond to fishing laws apply, except: From Little Big Wood Pond to Big Wood Pond: S-1. From April 1 - August 15: S-19. From Big Wood Pond: S-1. From April 1 - August 15: S-19. From Big Wood Pond: S-1. From April 1 - August 15: S-19. From August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total daily bag limit on August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total daily bag limit on August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total daily bag limit on trout, landlocked salmon, and togue: 1 fish. brook trout, landlocked salmon, and togue: 1 fish. brook trout, landlocked salmon, and togue: 1 fish.

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Throughout the recent development of the Fishing Regulations Database and the Fishing Laws Online Angling Tool (FLOAT), several items were identified as issues related to conflicting regulations, inconsistencies, inadvertent omissions, errors, and confusing regulations that also created challenges for mapping special regulations in FLOAT.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 427135_BLNK AROOSTOOK RIVER T8 R8 WELS to Fort Fairfield Aroostook, Penobscot (North) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete landlocked salmon catch and release regulations. Add "except Mooseleuk Stream" to first bullet. Remove aggregate bag limit. Add "brook" before trout.

PURPOSE The catch and release regulation on landlocked salmon "caught in any flowing water of the Aroostook River Watershed" was enacted in the mid-1990's in response to public requests to provide more catch and release angling opportunities in the area. The regulation was based on social desires and, today, offers little biological need. During the process to develop the Fishing Laws Online Angling Tool (FLOAT), this regulation was identified as creating conflicts and confusion with several other regulations in the Aroostook River Drainage. It has resulted in several hundred miles of unnecessary regulations and the large amount of data associated with mapping this regulation, crashed the first few versions of the FLOAT. The purpose of this proposal is to eliminate an unnecessary regulation and eliminate regulation conflicts within the Aroostook River Drainage. If approved the final regulation would result in general law length and bag limits on landlocked salmon and would be consistent with management goals objectives.

Also proposed, is the clarification that the regulations listed in the first bullet do not apply to Mooseleuk Stream, which is a tributary to the Aroostook River. Mooseleuk Stream is already listed as its own special regulation and is Fly Fishing Only. This proposal would eliminate the conflict and clarify that the intent of the Mooseleuk Stream regulation is FFO.

Lastly, this proposal would eliminate an unnecessary aggregate bag limit on brook trout and togue, while still offering protections consistent with management goals and objectives. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS AROOSTOOK RIVER, T8R8 WELS to Fort Fairfield (North AROOSTOOK RIVER, T8R8 WELS to Fort Fairfield (North AROOSTOOK RIVER, T8R8 WELS to Fort Fairfield (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: All landlocked Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: All landlocked Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: salmon caught in any flowing water of the Aroostook salmon caught in any flowing water of the Aroostook River Watershed, must be released alive at once. River Watershed, must be released alive at once. – From the junction of Munsungan Stream and Millinocket Stream in T8 R8 WELS downstream to the – From the junction of Munsungan Stream and – From the junction of Munsungan Stream and blue markers at the Oxbow Plantation/T9 R7 WELS town Millinocket Stream in T8 R8 WELS downstream to the Millinocket Stream in T8 R8 WELS downstream to the line (includes tributaries upstream to the first road blue markers at the Oxbow Plantation/T9 R7 WELS town blue markers at the Oxbow Plantation/T9 R7 WELS town crossing, except Mooseleuk Stream): ALO, S-17. From line (includes tributaries upstream to the first road line (includes tributaries upstream to the first road August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total daily bag limit on crossing): ALO, S-17. From August 16 - September 30: crossing, except Mooseleuk Stream): ALO, S-17. From brook trout: 1 fish. ALO. Total daily bag limit on trout and togue: 1 fish. August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total daily bag limit on brook trout and togue: 1 fish. – From the blue markers at the Oxbow Plantation/T9 R7 – From the blue markers at the Oxbow Plantation/T9 R7 WELS town line downstream to the Caribou Dam, in WELS town line downstream to the Caribou Dam, in – From the blue markers at the Oxbow Plantation/T9 R7 Caribou: S-11. From August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total Caribou: S-11. From August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total WELS town line downstream to the Caribou Dam, in daily bag limit on brook trout: 1 fish. daily bag limit on trout and togue: 1 fish. Caribou: S-11. From August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total

7/31/2020 Page 94 of 163 2021 Rule Making Proposals daily bag limit on brook trout and togue: 1 fish. – From the Caribou Dam, in Caribou, downstream to the – From the Caribou Dam, in Caribou, downstream to the /New Brunswick border (includes tributaries Maine/New Brunswick border (includes tributaries – From the Caribou Dam, in Caribou, downstream to the upstream to the first road crossing): ALO, S-17. From upstream to the first road crossing): ALO, S-17. From Maine/New Brunswick border (includes tributaries August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total daily bag limit on August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total daily bag limit on upstream to the first road crossing): ALO, S-17. From brook trout: 1 fish. trout and togue: 1 fish. August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total daily bag limit on brook trout and togue: 1 fish. – From the Caribou Dam, in Caribou, downstream to and – From the Caribou Dam, in Caribou, downstream to and including Otter Brook, including all tributaries in this including Otter Brook, including all tributaries in this – From the Caribou Dam, in Caribou, downstream to and section upstream to the first road crossing intersecting section upstream to the first road crossing intersecting including Otter Brook, including all tributaries in this each tributary: Children 12 years of age or younger may each tributary: Children 12 years of age or younger may section upstream to the first road crossing intersecting fish from shore with a single-baited hook and line (Title fish from shore with a single-baited hook and line (Title each tributary: Children 12 years of age or younger may 12, subsection 12458). 12, subsection 12458). fish from shore with a single-baited hook and line (Title 12, subsection 12458). – From Hockenhull Brook in Fort Fairfield downstream to – From Hockenhull Brook in Fort Fairfield downstream to and including Pattee Brook, including all tributaries in this and including Pattee Brook, including all tributaries in this – From Hockenhull Brook in Fort Fairfield downstream to section upstream to the first road crossing intersecting section upstream to the first road crossing intersecting and including Pattee Brook, including all tributaries in this the tributary: Children 12 years of age or younger may the tributary: Children 12 years of age or younger may section upstream to the first road crossing intersecting fish from shore with a single-baited hook and line (Title fish from shore with a single-baited hook and line (Title the tributary: Children 12 years of age or younger may 12, subsection 12458). 12, subsection 12458). fish from shore with a single-baited hook and line (Title 12, subsection 12458).

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B 3820 BARTLETT POND Livermore Androscoggin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete S-1, S-3.

PURPOSE Bartlett Pond is currently open to the commercial harvest of smelt, but closed to harvest by recreational anglers. This proposal would eliminate an unnecessary restriction on the recreational harvest of smelt and create equity between user groups.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS BARTLETT POND, Livermore (South Zone). General fishing BARTLETT POND, Livermore (South Zone). General fishing BARTLETT POND, Livermore (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-1, S-3, S-4, S-10. From October 1 - laws apply, except: CI. S-1, S-3, S-4, S-10. From October 1 - laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10. From October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE A 08602602 BASIN BROOK Auburn Androscoggin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove S-26.

PURPOSE Basin Brook is a tributary to Auburn Lake. The S-26 regulation is an artifact from a historic listing where the Auburn Lake and Basin Brook regulations were combined into one. This togue regulation is unnecessary, as they would rarely be present in Basin Brook.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS BASIN BROOK, Auburn (South Zone). General fishing laws BASIN BROOK, Auburn (South Zone). General fishing laws BASIN BROOK, Auburn (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-1, S-19, S-26. apply, except: S-1, S-19, S-26. apply, except: S-1, S-19.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 0340 BELL POND AND TRIBUTARIES Monson Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and tributaries".

PURPOSE Including the tributaries in this listing is unnecessary and as currently written, open water angling would be permitted in the tributary from October 1 - November 30. The intent is that the fall season special regulations apply to the pond only. This proposal would eliminate the confusion while still offering regulations consistent with management goals and objectives. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS BELL POND AND TRIBUTARIES, Monson (North Zone). BELL POND AND TRIBUTARIES, Monson (North Zone). BELL POND, Monson (North Zone). General fishing laws General fishing laws apply, except: CI. ALO, S-17. Open to General fishing laws apply, except: CI. ALO, S-17. Open to apply, except: CI. ALO, S-17. Open to open water fishing open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. S-7. S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 0861751005 BEMIS STREAM AND TRIBUTARIES Township D, Rangeley Plt Franklin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add S-1. Delete "and tributaries".

PURPOSE Bemis Stream is a direct tributary to Mooselookmeguntic Lake. This proposal would clarify that direct tributaries to Mooselookmeguntic are closed to the taking of smelts and would eliminate unnecessary special regulations on the tributaries to Bemis Stream.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS BEMIS STREAM AND TRIBUTARIES, Township D, Rangeley BEMIS STREAM AND TRIBUTARIES, Township D, Rangeley BEMIS STREAM, Township D, Rangeley Plt (North Zone). Plt (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From Plt (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From General fishing laws apply, except: From the headwaters the headwaters downstream to the red markers on the headwaters downstream to the red markers on downstream to the red markers on Mooselookmeguntic Mooselookmeguntic Lake: FFO, S-17. From August 16 - Mooselookmeguntic Lake: FFO, S-1, S-17. From August Lake: FFO, S-1, S-17. From August 16 - September 30: FFO, September 30: FFO, S-7. 16 - September 30: FFO, S-7. S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 0079 BLACK HILL POND AND OUTLET DOWN TO BARRIER DAM Embden Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and outlet down to barrier dam".

PURPOSE Prior to 2020, Black Hill Pond and Outlet contained an S-4 special regulation, but this was removed with the recent general law change in the North Zone. As currently written, open water angling would be permitted on the short section of outlet down to the barrier dam from October 1 - November 30. The intent is that the special regulations apply to the pond only. This proposal would eliminate the conflict and confusion with outlet regulations on this water. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS BLACK HILL POND AND OUTLET DOWN TO BARRIER BLACK HILL POND AND OUTLET DOWN TO BARRIER BLACK HILL POND, Embden (North Zone). General fishing DAM, Embden (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, DAM, Embden (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, laws apply, except: CI. Open to open water fishing from except: CI. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - except: CI. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE A BOWKER BROOK Woodstock Oxford MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Create new record. Add S-1.

PURPOSE Smelt harvest restrictions on Bryant Pond, Woodstock also impact Bowker Brook. The intent of this proposal is to clarify that restrictive regulations exist on Bowker Brook.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS BOWKER BROOK, Woodstock (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-1.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 37301507_BLNK CHAIN LAKE STREAM Wesley, Day Block Twp Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove special section. Add ALO to entire stream.

PURPOSE The Chain Lake Stream regulation conflicts with the Old Stream regulation. Chain Lake Stream is a tributary to the section of Old Stream that is listed as including tributaries with an ALO, S-13, and S-19. As written, the ALO on Chain Lake Stream currently does not list apply above the Route 9 bridge, therefore causing the conflict. This proposal would extend the ALO upstream approximately 1.3 miles and eliminate the conflict with Old Stream, while still offering necessary protections to this wild brook trout population. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS CHAIN LAKE STREAM, Wesley, Day Block Twp (South CHAIN LAKE STREAM, Wesley, Day Block Twp (South CHAIN LAKE STREAM, Wesley, Day Block Twp (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-13, S-19. Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: ALO, S-13, S-19. Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: ALO, S-13, S-19.

– From the Route 9 bridge to its confluence with Old – From the Route 9 bridge to its confluence with Old Stream: ALO, S-13, S-19. Stream: ALO, S-13, S-19.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E CHURCHILL STREAM Long Pond Twp Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Create new listing to clarify existing regulations.

PURPOSE Churchill Steam is a tributary to Long Pond in Jackman/ Long Pond Twp and is referenced in the Long Pond regulation. The purpose of this proposal is to clarify the intent that the section of stream from the pond up to the red markers is S-19.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS CHURCHILL STREAM, Long Pond Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From Long Pond in Long Pond Twp., upstream to the red markers: S-19.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E CHURCHILL STREAM, UPPER Jackman Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Create new listing to clarify existing regulations.

PURPOSE Upper Churchill Steam is a tributary to Long Pond in Jackman/ Long Pond Twp and is referenced in the Long Pond regulation. The purpose of this proposal is to clarify the intent that the section of stream from the pond up to the red markers is S-19.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS CHURCHILL STREAM, UPPER, Jackman (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From Long Pond in Jackman, upstream to the red markers: S-19.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 0624 CLIFFORD POND, AND TRIBUTARIES Rainbow Twp Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and tributaries".

PURPOSE Including the tributaries in this listing is unnecessary and as currently written, open water angling would be permitted in the tributary from October 1 - November 30. The intent is that the fall season special regulations apply to the pond only. This proposal would eliminate the confusion while still offering regulations consistent with management goals and objectives. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS CLIFFORD POND AND TRIBUTARIES, Rainbow Twp (North CLIFFORD POND AND TRIBUTARIES, Rainbow Twp (North CLIFFORD POND, Rainbow Twp (North Zone). General Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. ALO, S-17. Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. ALO, S-17. fishing laws apply, except: CI. ALO, S-17. Open to open Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. 30: ALO, S-7. 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 0861751010 CUPSUPTIC RIVER AND TRIBUTARIES Oxbow Twp to Adamstown Twp Oxford (North) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove aggregate bag limit. Clarify regulation.

PURPOSE This proposal would eliminate the aggregate bag limit on brook trout and landlocked salmon. This would clarify that the FFO applies through the open water season. After August 16, general law length and bag limits for rivers, streams, and brooks would apply.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS CUPSUPTIC RIVER AND TRIBUTARIES, Oxbow Twp to CUPSUPTIC RIVER AND TRIBUTARIES, Oxbow Twp to CUPSUPTIC RIVER AND TRIBUTARIES, Oxbow Twp to Adamstown Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, Adamstown Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, Adamstown Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: except: except:

– From headwaters downstream to the red markers at – From headwaters downstream to the red markers at – From headwaters downstream to the red markers at Little Falls: FFO, S-1. From August 16 - September 30: FFO. Little Falls: FFO, S-1. From August 16 - September 30: FFO. Little Falls: FFO, S-1. Total daily bag limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 1 Total daily bag limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 1 fish. fish. – Downstream of the red markers at Little Falls: Mooselookmeguntic Lake regulations apply. – Downstream of the red markers at Little Falls: – Downstream of the red markers at Little Falls: Mooselookmeguntic Lake regulations apply. Mooselookmeguntic Lake regulations apply.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE A 3224 CUSHMAN POND Lovell Oxford (South) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "Closed to the taking of live baitfish".

PURPOSE Cushman Pond is currently open to the commercial harvest of baitfish, but closed to harvest by recreational anglers. This proposal would eliminate an unnecessary restriction on the recreational harvest of baitfish and create equity between user groups.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS CUSHMAN POND, Lovell (South Zone). General fishing CUSHMAN POND, Lovell (South Zone). General fishing CUSHMAN POND, Lovell (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10, S-13. Closed to the taking laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10, S-13. Closed to the taking laws apply, except: CI. S-4, S-10, S-13. Motorboats of live baitfish. Motorboats prohibited. From October 1 - of live baitfish. Motorboats prohibited. From October 1 - prohibited. From October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7. November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 093105_BLNK DEAD RIVER T3 R4 BKP WKR to The Forks Plt Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove aggregate bag limit. Clarify regulation.

PURPOSE This proposal would simplify this regulation and eliminate the unnecessary aggregate bag limit by applying an S-19 for brook trout. General law length and bag limits would apply to all other species. Section descriptions are rearranged to clarify that the "ALO" restriction still applies to the section from Grand Falls to the red markers near the confluence with Spencer Stream. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS DEAD RIVER, T3 R4 BKP WKR to The Forks Plt (North DEAD RIVER, T3 R4 BKP WKR to The Forks Plt (North DEAD RIVER, T3 R4 BKP WKR to The Forks Plt (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Zone). General fishing laws apply, except:

– From the outlet of Flagstaff Lake to the confluence with – From the outlet of Flagstaff Lake to the head of Grand – From the outlet of Flagstaff Lake to the head of Grand the Kennebec River at The Forks: ALO. Minimum length Falls the confluence with the Kennebec River at The Forks: Falls: ALO, S-19. Open to open water fishing from October limit on brook trout, brown trout, rainbow trout, ALO, S-19. Minimum length limit on brook trout, brown 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. landlocked salmon, and togue: 12 inches. Total daily bag trout, rainbow trout, landlocked salmon, and togue: 12 limit on trout, landlocked salmon, and togue: 2 fish. Open inches. Total daily bag limit on trout, landlocked salmon, – From the head of Grand Falls to the red markers located to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: and togue: 2 fish. Open to open water fishing from near the confluence of Spencer Stream, including all ALO, S-7. October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. unnamed tributaries: ALO, S-7. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. – From Grand Falls to the red markers located near the – From the head of Grand Falls to the red markers located confluence of Spencer Stream, including all unnamed near the confluence of Spencer Stream, including all – From the red markers located near the confluence of tributaries: S-7. unnamed tributaries: ALO, S-7. Open to open water Spencer Stream to the confluence with the Kennebec fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. River at The Forks: ALO, S-19. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. – From the red markers located near the confluence of Spencer Stream to the confluence with the Kennebec River at The Forks: ALO, S-19. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 09310534_BLNK DEAD RIVER, NORTH BRANCH AND TRIBUTARIES Chain of Ponds Twp to Eustis Franklin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and tributaries". Fix typo.

PURPOSE Including the tributaries in this listing is unnecessary and creates a conflict with other specially regulated waters that are tributaries to the North Branch of the Dead River (particularly Alder Stream). This proposal would eliminate the conflict while still offering terminal tackle restrictions consistent with management goals and objectives.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS DEAD RIVER, NORTH BRANCH AND TRIBUTARIES, Chain DEAD RIVER, NORTH BRANCH AND TRIBUTARIES, Chain DEAD RIVER, NORTH BRANCH, Chain of Ponds Twp to of Ponds Twp to Eustis (North Zone). General fishing laws of Ponds Twp to Eustis (North Zone). General fishing laws Eustis (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: apply, except: FFO. apply, except: FFO. FFO.

– General fishing laws for Tribal Waters (page A-3) apply – General fishing laws for Tribal Waters (page A-3) apply – General fishing laws for Tribal Waters (page A-3) apply to that portion located in Indian Territory (Alder Stream to that portion located in Indian Territory (Alder Stream to that portion located in Indian Territory (Alder Stream Twp), except: FFO. Penobscot Indian Territory. Twp), except: FFO. Penobscot Indian Territory. Twp), except: FFO. Penobscot Indian Territory.

– From the King and Bartlett Road Bridge crossing in Jim – From the King and Bartlett Road Bridge crossing in Jim – From the King and Bartlett Road Bridge crossing in Jim Pond Twp downstream to the dam on the Norht Branch Pond Twp downstream to the dam on the North Norht Pond Twp downstream to the dam on the North Branch of the Dead River in Eustis: Open to open water fishing Branch of the Dead River in Eustis: Open to open water of the Dead River in Eustis: Open to open water fishing from October 1 - October 31: FFO, S-7. fishing from October 1 - October 31: FFO, S-7. from October 1 - October 31: FFO, S-7.

– From the dam on the North Branch of the Dead River in – From the dam on the North Branch of the Dead River in – From the dam on the North Branch of the Dead River in Eustis downstream to the Flagstaff Road crossing: General Eustis downstream to the Flagstaff Road crossing: General Eustis downstream to the Flagstaff Road crossing: General fishing laws apply, except: Open to open water fishing fishing laws apply, except: Open to open water fishing fishing laws apply, except: Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 2458_BLNK DINGLEY PONDS, THE THREE AND TRIBUTARIES AND T4 R5 NBKP Somerset MDIFW OUTLETS

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and outlets".

PURPOSE The outlet of Dingley Pond is a direct tributary to Penobscot Lake. Including "and outlets" creates a conflict with the Penobscot Lake and Tributaries regulation. This proposal would eliminate the conflict while still offering regulations consistent with management goals and objectives.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS DINGLEY PONDS, THE THREE AND TRIBUTARIES AND DINGLEY PONDS, THE THREE AND TRIBUTARIES AND DINGLEY PONDS, THE THREE AND TRIBUTARIES, T4 R5 OUTLETS, T4 R5 NBKP (North Zone). General fishing laws OUTLETS, T4 R5 NBKP (North Zone). General fishing laws NBKP (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. apply, except: CI. FFO. apply, except: CI. FFO. FFO.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B 188 DUCKTRAP RIVER Northport, Belmont, Lincolnville Waldo MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete aggregate bag limit, simplify regulation.

PURPOSE The Ducktrap River contains a population of wild brook trout. This proposal would simplify an overly complex regulation and delete an unnecessary aggregate bag limit, while still offering necessary protections to the wild brook trout population.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS DUCKTRAP RIVER, Northport, Belmont, Lincolnville DUCKTRAP RIVER, Northport, Belmont, Lincolnville DUCKTRAP RIVER, Northport, Belmont, Lincolnville (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: FFO, (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From S-13, S-17. From August 16 - September 30: FFO, S-13. April 1 - September 30: FFO, S-13, S-17 S-19. From August April 1 - September 30: FFO, S-13, S-19. Minimum length Minimum length limit on trout: 10 inches. Total daily bag 16 - September 30: FFO, S-13. Minimum length limit on limit on brook trout: 10 inches. limit on trout, landlocked salmon, and togue: 1 fish. brook trout: 10 inches. Total daily bag limit on trout, landlocked salmon, and togue: 1 fish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 427216_BLNK FISH RIVER EXCLUDING THOROUGHFARES T13 R8 WELS to Fort Kent Aroostook MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete S-2, S-3. Add S-1. Delete aggregate bag limit.

PURPOSE Smelt regulations (S-2 and S-3) create conflicts with several other connected waters, including several of the main lakes in the drainage. This proposal would eliminate the conflicts by removing the S-2 and the S-3 and applying the S-1 (closed to the taking of smelts) to the Fish River.

Also proposed is the removal of an unnecessary aggregate bag limit on brook trout and togue, while still offering protections consistent with management goals and objectives. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS FISH RIVER EXCLUDING THOROUGHFARES, T13 R8 WELS FISH RIVER EXCLUDING THOROUGHFARES, T13 R8 WELS FISH RIVER EXCLUDING THOROUGHFARES, T13 R8 WELS to the Saint John River in Fort Kent (North Zone). General to the Saint John River in Fort Kent (North Zone). General to the Saint John River in Fort Kent (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-2, S-3. The general law fishing laws apply, except: S-1 S-2, S-3. The general law fishing laws apply, except: S-1. The general law maximum maximum length limit on landlocked salmon does not maximum length limit on landlocked salmon does not length limit on landlocked salmon does not apply. apply. apply. – From Fish River Lake downstream to Round Pond: ALO, – From Fish River Lake downstream to Round Pond: ALO, – From Fish River Lake downstream to Round Pond: ALO, S-16. S-16. S-16. – From the Upper Fish River Falls in T14 R8 WELS – From the Upper Fish River Falls in T14 R8 WELS – From the Upper Fish River Falls in T14 R8 WELS downstream to St. Froid Lake in T14 R7 WELS: S-11. No downstream to St. Froid Lake in T14 R7 WELS: S-11. No downstream to St. Froid Lake in T14 R7 WELS: S-11. No bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 fish. bag limit on landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 fish. bag limit on landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 fish. From August 16 - September 30: ALO. No bag limit on From August 16 - September 30: ALO. No bag limit on From August 16 - September 30: ALO. No bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 fish. Daily bag limit landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 fish. Daily bag limit landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 fish. Daily bag limit on brook trout: 1 fish, minimum length limit: 12 inches. on trout and togue: 1 fish, minimum length limit on trout: on brook trout and togue: 1 fish, minimum length limit on 12 inches. trout: 12 inches. – From Eagle Lake in Wallagrass Plt. (including tributaries upstream to the first road or railroad crossing) to the red – From Eagle Lake in Wallagrass Plt. (including tributaries – From Eagle Lake in Wallagrass Plt. (including tributaries markers above the Fish River Falls in Fort Kent: ALO, S-16, upstream to the first road or railroad crossing) to the red upstream to the first road or railroad crossing) to the red No bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. markers above the Fish River Falls in Fort Kent: ALO, S-16, markers above the Fish River Falls in Fort Kent: ALO, S-16, Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 No bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. No bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. fish. From August 16 - September 30: ALO. No bag limit on Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. Daily bag limit on fish. From August 16 - September 30: ALO. No bag limit on fish. From August 16 - September 30: ALO. No bag limit on landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 fish. Daily bag limit

7/31/2020 Page 112 of 163 2021 Rule Making Proposals landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. Daily bag limit on on brook trout: 1 fish. (See separate listing for Soldier landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 fish. Daily bag limit landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 fish. Daily bag limit Pond). on trout and togue: 1 fish. (See separate listing for Soldier on brook trout and togue: 1 fish. (See separate listing for Pond). Soldier Pond). – From the Fish River Falls in Fort Kent downstream to the St. John River: S-11. Closed to the taking of live baitfish – From the Fish River Falls in Fort Kent downstream to the – From the Fish River Falls in Fort Kent downstream to the except by hook and line. From October 1 - March 31: ALO, St. John River: S-11. Closed to the taking of live baitfish St. John River: S-11. Closed to the taking of live baitfish S-7. Open to the taking of muskellunge. except by hook and line. From October 1 - March 31: ALO, except by hook and line. From October 1 - March 31: ALO, S-7. Open to the taking of muskellunge. S-7. Open to the taking of muskellunge.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 7437_BLNK GRAND FALLS FLOWAGE (INCLUDING BERRY BROOK Baileyville, Fowler Twp, Indian Washington MDIFW FLOWAGE AND GEORGE BROOK FLOWAGE) Twp Res, Princeton

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Clarify that the special regulations apply to the entire water, not just in the area described in the first bullet.

PURPOSE The intent of the special regulations listed in the first bullet, is that all apply to the entire water. The intent of the second bullet is to inform anglers that the area East of the described line is an international water between Maine and New Brunswick and to reference page A-1 for more information. As written it could be interpreted that the special regulations only apply to the area west of the described line. This proposal would clarify that the special regulations apply to the entire water. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS GRAND FALLS FLOWAGE (INCLUDING BERRY BROOK GRAND FALLS FLOWAGE (INCLUDING BERRY BROOK GRAND FALLS FLOWAGE (INCLUDING BERRY BROOK FLOWAGE & GEORGE BROOK FLOWAGE), Baileyville, FLOWAGE & GEORGE BROOK FLOWAGE), Baileyville, FLOWAGE & GEORGE BROOK FLOWAGE), Baileyville, Fowler Twp, Indian Twp Res, Princeton (South Zone). Fowler Twp, Indian Twp Res, Princeton (South Zone). Fowler Twp, Indian Twp Res, Princeton (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Daily bag limit on – General fishing laws apply for that part of the flowage – General fishing laws apply for that part of the flowage white perch: 25 fish. All smallmouth bass caught must be west of a line at McAlister’s Point, except: Daily bag limit west of a line at McAlister’s Point, except: Daily bag limit released alive at once. No size or bag limit on largemouth on white perch: 25 fish. All smallmouth bass caught must on white perch: 25 fish. All smallmouth bass caught must bass. be released alive at once. No size or bag limit on be released alive at once. No size or bag limit on largemouth bass. largemouth bass. – East of a line at McAlister’s Point and north to Spednic Falls: International Water (page A-1). – East of a line at McAlister’s Point and north to Spednic – East of a line at McAlister’s Point and north to Spednic Falls: International Water (page A-1). Falls: International Water (page A-1). Grand Falls Powerhouse Dam: The fishway and the area within 75 feet of any part of the fishway are closed to Grand Falls Powerhouse Dam: The fishway and the area Grand Falls Powerhouse Dam: The fishway and the area fishing at all times (Title 12, subsection 12457). within 75 feet of any part of the fishway are closed to within 75 feet of any part of the fishway are closed to fishing at all times (Title 12, subsection 12457). fishing at all times (Title 12, subsection 12457).

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 3686 HILLS POND AND OUTLET TO BARRIER DAM Perkins Twp Franklin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and outlet to barrier dam".

PURPOSE Prior to 2020, Hills Pond and Outlet contained an S-4 special regulation, but this was removed with the recent general law change in the North Zone. As currently written, open water angling would be permitted on the short section of outlet down to the barrier dam from October 1 - November 30. The intent is that the special regulations apply to the pond only. This proposal would eliminate the conflict and confusion with outlet regulations on this water. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS HILLS POND AND OUTLET TO BARRIER DAM, Perkins Twp HILLS POND AND OUTLET TO BARRIER DAM, Perkins Twp HILLS POND, Perkins Twp (North Zone). General fishing (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Open (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Open laws apply, except: CI. Open to open water fishing from to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. ALO, S-7. ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 0861751012_BL KENNEBAGO RIVER Seven Ponds Twp to Rangeley Franklin, Oxford (North) MDIFW NK

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Clarify that the first bullet applies to the entire river. Apply S-1 to entire river (and then delete redundant S-1 from third bullet).

PURPOSE The first bullet of this regulation actually describes the entire river. Also, the Kennebago River is a direct tributary to Cupsuptic Lake, which has an S-3 regulation. This proposal would clarify that the first bullet special regulations apply to the entire river and would eliminate the conflict with Cupsuptic Lake smelt regulations.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS KENNEBAGO RIVER, Seven Ponds Twp to Rangeley (North KENNEBAGO RIVER, Seven Ponds Twp to Rangeley (North KENNEBAGO RIVER, Seven Ponds Twp to Rangeley (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: FFO, S-1, S-17, S-22. From August 16 - September 30: FFO, S-7. – From Big Island Pond downstream to the red marker at – From Big Island Pond downstream to the red marker at Tributaries: FFO, and closed to fishing after August 15. the confluence of Cupsuptic Lake: FFO, S-17, S-22. From the confluence of Cupsuptic Lake: FFO, S-1, S-17, S-22. August 16 - September 30: FFO, S-7. Tributaries: FFO, and From August 16 - September 30: FFO, S-7. Tributaries: – The Logans, so called, from upper (Mahaney) dam closed to fishing after August 15. FFO, and closed to fishing after August 15. upstream to red markers: Open to open water fishing April 1 - September 30: FFO. Daily limit on trout: 5 fish. – The Logans, so called, from upper (Mahaney) dam – The Logans, so called, from upper (Mahaney) dam Minimum length limit on trout: 6 inches, only 1 may upstream to red markers: Open to open water fishing upstream to red markers: Open to open water fishing exceed 12 inches. April 1 - September 30: FFO. Daily limit on trout: 5 fish. April 1 - September 30: FFO. Daily limit on trout: 5 fish. Minimum length limit on trout: 6 inches, only 1 may Minimum length limit on trout: 6 inches, only 1 may – From lower (Kennebago Falls) dam downstream to the exceed 12 inches. exceed 12 inches. red marker at the confluence of Cupsuptic Lake: S-3.

– From lower (Kennebago Falls) dam downstream to the – From lower (Kennebago Falls) dam downstream to the – That section of river in Lower Cupsuptic Twp known as red marker at the confluence of Cupsuptic Lake: S-1, S-3. red marker at the confluence of Cupsuptic Lake: S-1, S-3. the spawning beds approximately 200 yards long between red markers: Closed to fishing after September – That section of river in Lower Cupsuptic Twp known as – That section of river in Lower Cupsuptic Twp known as 15. the spawning beds approximately 200 yards long the spawning beds approximately 200 yards long between red markers: Closed to fishing after September between red markers: Closed to fishing after September 15. 15.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B 093_N_BLNK KENNEBEC RIVER Indian Stream Twp to Skowhegan Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Clarify kids fishing section in the area near Moxie Stream.

PURPOSE There is uncertainty regarding the condition, exact location, and maintenance of the red markers "near the confluence" with Moxie Stream. This proposal would eliminate the red markers and clarify the beginning of the section as the confluence with Moxie Stream.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS KENNEBEC RIVER, Indian Stream Twp to Skowhegan KENNEBEC RIVER, Indian Stream Twp to Skowhegan KENNEBEC RIVER, Indian Stream Twp to Skowhegan (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except:

– From Indian Pond Dam in Indian Stream Twp, Somerset – From Indian Pond Dam in Indian Stream Twp, Somerset – From Indian Pond Dam in Indian Stream Twp, Somerset County, downstream to the upstream side of the Abenaki County, downstream to the upstream side of the Abenaki County, downstream to the upstream side of the Abenaki (lower) Dam in Madison (see separate listing for Wyman (lower) Dam in Madison (see separate listing for Wyman (lower) Dam in Madison (see separate listing for Wyman Lake): CI. From April 1 - October 31: ALO, S-13. Total daily Lake): CI. From April 1 - October 31: ALO, S-13. Total daily Lake): CI. From April 1 - October 31: ALO, S-13. Total daily bag limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 2 fish. bag limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 2 fish. bag limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 2 fish. Minimum length limit on Rainbow trout and round Minimum length limit on Rainbow trout and round Minimum length limit on Rainbow trout and round whitefish: 18 inches. Minimum length limit on brook whitefish: 18 inches. Minimum length limit on brook whitefish: 18 inches. Minimum length limit on brook trout: 14 inches. Minimum length limit on brown trout trout: 14 inches. Minimum length limit on brown trout trout: 14 inches. Minimum length limit on brown trout and landlocked salmon: 12 inches. and landlocked salmon: 12 inches. and landlocked salmon: 12 inches.

Kids fishing areas (under 16 years of age may use worms Kids fishing areas (under 16 years of age may use worms Kids fishing areas (under 16 years of age may use worms as bait): as bait): as bait): ⦁ From the red markers near the confluence with Moxie ⦁ From the red markers near the confluence with Moxie ⦁ From the confluence with Moxie Stream in Moxie Gore Stream in Moxie Gore downstream to the Route 201 Stream in Moxie Gore downstream to the Route 201 downstream to the Route 201 bridge in West Forks Plt bridge in West Forks Plt and The Forks Plt. bridge in West Forks Plt and The Forks Plt. and The Forks Plt. ⦁ From the red markers near the boat launch in Bingham ⦁ From the red markers near the boat launch in Bingham ⦁ From the red markers near the boat launch in Bingham downstream to the Route 16 bridge in Bingham and downstream to the Route 16 bridge in Bingham and downstream to the Route 16 bridge in Bingham and Concord Twps. Concord Twps. Concord Twps.

– From the Abenaki (lower) Dam in Madison downstream – From the Abenaki (lower) Dam in Madison downstream – From the Abenaki (lower) Dam in Madison downstream to the red markers near the Skowhegan Rest Area: ALO. to the red markers near the Skowhegan Rest Area: ALO. to the red markers near the Skowhegan Rest Area: ALO. Open to ice and open water fishing from January 1 - Open to ice and open water fishing from January 1 - Open to ice and open water fishing from January 1 - December 31. Total daily bag limit on trout and December 31. Total daily bag limit on trout and December 31. Total daily bag limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 2 fish. Minimum length limit on trout landlocked salmon: 2 fish. Minimum length limit on trout landlocked salmon: 2 fish. Minimum length limit on trout

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(Madison to Fairfield: 1-2 fish meals a month. See Fish (Madison to Fairfield: 1-2 fish meals a month. See Fish (Madison to Fairfield: 1-2 fish meals a month. See Fish Consumption Advisories on page A-4). Consumption Advisories on page A-4). Consumption Advisories on page A-4).

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 5138 KING LAKE, LITTLE, AND TRIBUTARIES AND OUTLET TO King and Bartlett Twp Somerset MDIFW BARRIER DAM

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and outlet to barrier dam".

PURPOSE Including the outlet to the barrier dam creates a conflict with the Spencer Stream and Tributaries regulation. This proposal would eliminate the conflict while still offering necessary protections.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS KING LAKE, LITTLE, AND TRIBUTARIES AND OUTLET TO KING LAKE, LITTLE, AND TRIBUTARIES AND OUTLET TO KING LAKE, LITTLE, AND TRIBUTARIES, King and Bartlett BARRIER DAM, King and Bartlett Twp (North Zone). BARRIER DAM, King and Bartlett Twp (North Zone). Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-17. General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-17. S-17.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 0262 KINGSBURY POND AND INLET FROM MAYFIELD POND Kingsbury Plt, Mayfield Twp Piscataquis, Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and inlet from Mayfield Pond". Add bullet for Thoroughfare S-1.

PURPOSE Including the "inlet from Mayfield Pond" creates a conflict with the Mayfield Pond and outlet regulation. The intent of the regulations on both waters is that the Thoroughfare between them is closed to the taking of smelts. This proposal would eliminate the conflict and clarify that the thoroughfare is closed to the taking of smelt.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS KINGSBURY POND AND INLET FROM MAYFIELD POND, KINGSBURY POND AND INLET FROM MAYFIELD POND, KINGSBURY POND, Kingsbury Plt., Mayfield Twp (North Kingsbury Plt., Mayfield Twp (North Zone). General fishing Kingsbury Plt., Mayfield Twp (North Zone). General fishing Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-3, S-11, laws apply, except: B. S-3, S-11, S-21, S-22. During the laws apply, except: B. S-3, S-11, S-21, S-22. During the S-21, S-22. During the open water season pond is closed open water season pond is closed to taking smelts from open water season pond is closed to taking smelts from to taking smelts from midnight to noon. Open to open midnight to noon. Open to open water fishing from midnight to noon. Open to open water fishing from water fishing from October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. - Thoroughfare from Mayfield Pond: S-1. - Thoroughfare from Mayfield Pond: S-1.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE A 9701_BLNK LONG POND Parsonsfield York MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Clarify and simplify smelt harvest restrictions.

PURPOSE The areas that are closed to the taking of smelts are unclear and confusion. The proposed revised language more clearly describes the closed area while still meeting the management intent.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS LONG POND, Parsonsfield (South Zone). General fishing LONG POND, Parsonsfield (South Zone). General fishing LONG POND, Parsonsfield (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-2, S-3 except the area approximately laws apply, except: S-2, S-3. except the area laws apply, except: S-3. Areas in the lake within 100 feet 4,000 feet as designated by red markers on the southeast approximately 4,000 feet as designated by red markers on of the mouth of any tributary are closed to the taking of shore of the lake including the outlet (Brown Brook) and the southeast shore of the lake including the outlet smelts. From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. the tributary from West Pond. From October 1 - (Brown Brook) and the tributary from West Pond. Areas December 31: ALO, S-7. in the lake within 100 feet of the mouth of any tributary are closed to the taking of smelts. From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 1960 MACHIAS LAKE, BIG T12 R8 WELS Aroostook MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Change end date associated with ice fishing for smelts to April 30.

PURPOSE Beginning on January 1, 2020 the "B" ice fishing season end date was changed from March 31 to April 30. This proposal would align the end date associated with ice fishing for smelts and the end date associated with the "B" ice fishing season.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MACHIAS LAKE, BIG, T12 R8 WELS (North Zone). General MACHIAS LAKE, BIG, T12 R8 WELS (North Zone). General MACHIAS LAKE, BIG, T12 R8 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-11. Open to ice fishing for fishing laws apply, except: B. S-11. Open to ice fishing for fishing laws apply, except: B. S-11. Open to ice fishing for smelts from the time the ice forms in the fall until March smelts from the time the ice forms in the fall until April 30 smelts from the time the ice forms in the fall until April 31. March 31. 30.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 1578 MACHIAS LAKE, LITTLE Nashville Plt Aroostook MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Change end date associated with ice fishing for smelts to April 30.

PURPOSE Beginning on January 1, 2020 the "B" ice fishing season end date was changed from March 31 to April 30. This proposal would align the end date associated with ice fishing for smelts and the end date associated with the "B" ice fishing season.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MACHIAS LAKE, LITTLE, Nashville Plantation (North Zone). MACHIAS LAKE, LITTLE, Nashville Plantation (North Zone). MACHIAS LAKE, LITTLE, Nashville Plantation (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-11. Open to ice General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-11. Open to ice General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-11. Open to ice fishing for smelts from the time ice forms in the fall until fishing for smelts from the time ice forms in the fall until fishing for smelts from the time ice forms in the fall until March 31. April 30 March 31. April 30.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 0260 MAYFIELD POND AND OUTLET TO KINGSBURY POND Brighton Plt, Mayfield Twp Piscataquis, Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add bullet for Thoroughfare S-1.

PURPOSE The outlet of Mayfield Pond is a thoroughfare to Kingsbury Pond. The intent of the regulations on both waters is that the thoroughfare between them is closed to the taking of smelts. This proposal would eliminate the conflict and clarify that the thoroughfare is closed to the taking of smelt.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MAYFIELD POND AND OUTLET TO KINGSBURY POND, MAYFIELD POND AND OUTLET TO KINGSBURY POND, MAYFIELD POND, Bridgton Plt, Mayfield Twp (North Bridgton Plt, Mayfield Twp (North Zone). General fishing Bridgton Plt, Mayfield Twp (North Zone). General fishing Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-11, S-21, laws apply, except: B. S-11, S-21, S-22. During the open laws apply, except: B. S-11, S-21, S-22. During the open S-22. During the open water season pond and tributaries water season pond and tributaries closed to taking smelts water season pond and tributaries closed to taking smelts closed to taking smelts from midnight to noon. Open to from midnight to noon. Open to open water fishing from from midnight to noon. Open to open water fishing from open water fishing from October 1 - December 31: ALO, October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. S-7.

- Thoroughfare to Kingsbury Pond: S-1. - Thoroughfare to Kingsbury Pond: S-1.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 427096_BLNK MEDUXNEKEAG RIVER AND DIRECT TRIBUTARIES Linneus to Littleton Aroostook MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Clarify section. Fix town name. Remove aggregate bag limit including salmon and togue.

PURPOSE The purpose of this proposal is to clarify that the intent of the special regulations is to apply to that portion of the river and the direct tributaries that are within Maine. The North Branch of the Meduxnekeag River is a direct tributary, however its confluence with the mainstem Meduxnekeag is outside of Maine, and therefore would not be included. This proposal would clarify that any tributaries outside of the described section would not be included.

Also proposed is the removal of an unnecessary aggregate bag limit including salmon and togue. Both brook trout and brown trout are present, therefore the proposed language would offer protections consistent with management goals and objectives. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MEDUXNEKEAG RIVER AND DIRECT TRIBUTARIES, MEDUXNEKEAG RIVER AND DIRECT TRIBUTARIES FROM MEDUXNEKEAG RIVER AND DIRECT TRIBUTARIES FROM Linneus to Littleton (North Zone). General fishing laws DREWS (MEDUXNEKEAG) LAKE TO THE MAINE/NEW DREWS (MEDUXNEKEAG) LAKE TO THE MAINE/NEW apply, except: S-11. The general law maximum length BRUNSWICK BORDER, New Limerick Linneus to Littleton BRUNSWICK BORDER, New Limerick to Littleton (North limit on landlocked salmon and brown trout does not (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-11. Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-11. The apply. The general law maximum length limit on landlocked general law maximum length limit on landlocked salmon salmon and brown trout does not apply. and brown trout does not apply. – From the Route 1 bridge in Houlton downstream to the Maine-New Brunswick boundary: River and direct – From the Route 1 bridge in Houlton downstream to the – From the Route 1 bridge in Houlton downstream to the tributaries upstream to the first highway crossing: ALO, Maine-New Brunswick boundary: River and direct Maine-New Brunswick boundary: River and direct S-17. From August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total daily tributaries upstream to the first highway crossing: ALO, tributaries upstream to the first highway crossing: ALO, bag limit on trout, landlocked salmon, and togue: 1 fish. S-17. From August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total daily S-17. From August 16 - September 30: ALO. Total daily bag limit on brook trout and brown trout, landlocked bag limit on brook trout and brown trout: 1 fish. (Meduxnekeag River: 2 fish meals a month. See Fish salmon, and togue: 1 fish. Consumption Advisories on page A-4). (Meduxnekeag River: 2 fish meals a month. See Fish (Meduxnekeag River: 2 fish meals a month. See Fish Consumption Advisories on page A-4). Consumption Advisories on page A-4).

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE A MILLER BROOK Bridgeton Cumberland MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Create new record. Add S-1 and clarify smelt harvest restrictions.

PURPOSE Smelt harvest restrictions on Moose Pond, Bridgeton also references Miller Brook. The intent of this proposal is to clarify that restrictive regulations exist on Miller Brook and the area within 100 feet of the mouth.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MILLER BROOK, Bridgton. General fishing laws apply, except: S-1. Areas in the lake within 100 feet of the mouth of this tributary are closed to the taking of smelt.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 1590 MOCCASIN POND AND TRIBUTARIES AND OUTLET T14 R8 WELS Aroostook MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and outlet".

PURPOSE Including the outlet in this listing is unnecessary. Additionally, the outlet of Moccasin Pond is a direct tributary of Round Pond and conflicts with the S-3 regulation on that water. This proposal would eliminate the conflict while still offering regulations consistent with management goals and objectives.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MOCCASIN POND AND TRIBUTARIES AND OUTLET, T14 MOCCASIN POND AND TRIBUTARIES AND OUTLET, T14 MOCCASIN POND AND TRIBUTARIES, T14 R8 WELS R8 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: R8 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. From CI. From April 1 - November 30: FFO, S-7. CI. From April 1 - November 30: FFO, S-7. April 1 - November 30: FFO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 3585 MOXIE POND AND TRIBUTARIES Township D Franklin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and tributaries".

PURPOSE Including the tributaries in this listing is unnecessary and as currently written, open water angling would be permitted in the tributary from October 1 - November 30. The intent is that the fall season special regulations apply to the pond only. This proposal would eliminate the confusion while still offering regulations consistent with management goals and objectives. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MOXIE POND AND TRIBUTARIES, Township D (North MOXIE POND AND TRIBUTARIES, Township D (North MOXIE POND, Township D (North Zone). General fishing Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Open Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Open laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Open to open water fishing to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: from October 1 - November 30: FFO, S-7. FFO, S-7. FFO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 2360REF MUD POND Tim Pond Twp Franklin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove Mud Pond referencing Tim Pond from lawbook

PURPOSE So called Mud Pond is actually a cove in Tim Pond. Removing it from the lawbook would eliminate confusion and simplify the lawbook.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS MUD POND, Tim Pond Twp. (See Tim Pond). MUD POND, Tim Pond Twp. (See Tim Pond).

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 0114 OTTER POND AND TRIBUTARIES Bowtown Twp Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and tributaries".

PURPOSE Including the tributaries in this listing is unnecessary and as currently written, open water angling would be permitted in the tributary from October 1 - November 30. The intent is that the fall season special regulations apply to the pond only. This proposal would eliminate the confusion while still offering regulations consistent with management goals and objectives. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS OTTER POND AND TRIBUTARIES, Bowtown Twp (North OTTER POND AND TRIBUTARIES, Bowtown Twp (North OTTER POND, Bowtown Twp (North Zone). General Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. ALO. Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. ALO. fishing laws apply, except: CI. ALO. Persons under 16 Persons under 16 years of age may fish under S-4. Open Persons under 16 years of age may fish under S-4. Open years of age may fish under S-4. Open to open water to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. ALO, S-7. ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 2544 PARLIN POND AND TRIBUTARIES upstream to Route Johnson Mountain Twp, Parlin Somerset MDIFW 201, and outlet (Parlin Stream) downstream to the Pond Twp confluence with Bean Brook REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Revise fly fishing and trolling language for consistency.

PURPOSE In 2018 updates were made to a handful of waters to create language consistency in reference to "fly fishing only" waters that also allow trolling with flies. Parlin Pond was inadvertently omitted from the list at that time. This proposal would create language consistency with other waters that allow the trolling of flies in "fly fishing only" waters.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PARLIN POND AND TRIBUTARIES upstream to Route 201, PARLIN POND AND TRIBUTARIES upstream to Route 201, PARLIN POND AND TRIBUTARIES upstream to Route 201, and outlet (Parlin Stream) downstream to the confluence and outlet (Parlin Stream) downstream to the confluence and outlet (Parlin Stream) downstream to the confluence with Bean Brook, Parlin Pond Twp, Johnson Mountain with Bean Brook, Parlin Pond Twp, Johnson Mountain with Bean Brook, Parlin Pond Twp, Johnson Mountain Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-19. Casting and trolling with artificial flies only. S-19. Fly fishing and trolling with flies only. Casting and S-19. Fly fishing and trolling with flies only. Minimum Minimum length limit on landlocked salmon: 12 inches. trolling with artificial flies only. Minimum length limit on length limit on landlocked salmon: 12 inches. Open to Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November landlocked salmon: 12 inches. Open to open water fishing open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: Fly 30: casting and trolling with artificial flies only. S-7. from October 1 - November 30: Fly fishing and trolling fishing and trolling with flies only. with flies only. casting and trolling with artificial flies only. S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E PARLIN STREAM Jackman Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Create new listing to clarify existing regulations.

PURPOSE Parlin Stream is a tributary to Long Pond in Jackman/ Long Pond Twp and is referenced in the Long Pond regulation. The purpose of this proposal is to clarify the intent that the section of stream from the pond up to the bridge at Route 15 is S-19.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PARLIN STREAM, Jackman (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From Long Pond in Long Pond Twp., upstream to the bridge at Route 15: S-19.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 4344 PATTEN POND, LOWER, AND TRIBUTARIES Ellsworth, Surry Hancock MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and tributaries".

PURPOSE Applying all listed special regulations to the tributaries is unnecessary and creates a conflict between the S-2 and S-3 regulations. This proposal would eliminate the conflict while still offering necessary protections.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PATTEN POND, LOWER, AND TRIBUTARIES, Ellsworth, PATTEN POND, LOWER, AND TRIBUTARIES, Ellsworth, PATTEN POND, LOWER, Ellsworth, Surry (South Zone). Surry (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Surry (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: General fishing laws apply, except: S-2, S-3, S-13. All S-2, S-3, S-13. All brown trout caught must be released S-2, S-3, S-13. All brown trout caught must be released brown trout caught must be released alive at once. From alive at once. From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. alive at once. From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE A 3374 PEABODY POND Naples, Sebago Cumberland MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete S-10. Delete unnecessary sucker spearing restriction. Revise/clarify winter open water angling language.

PURPOSE At Peabody Pond, the language allowing cusk fishing is in conflict with the S-10 regulation, which prohibits all fishing from December 1 to March 31. This proposal would eliminate the conflict by removing the S-10 and adding additionally language to clarify the regulatory intent. Also, the closure to spearing suckers at Lakin Brook is unnecessary.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PEABODY POND, Naples, Sebago (South Zone). General PEABODY POND, Naples, Sebago (South Zone). General PEABODY POND, Naples, Sebago (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI, except that cusk fishing is fishing laws apply, except: CI, except that cusk fishing is fishing laws apply, except: CI, except that cusk fishing is permitted from sunset to sunrise with 5 lines. S-2, S-3, permitted through the ice from sunset to sunrise with 5 permitted through the ice from sunset to sunrise with 5 S-10. Lakin Brook closed to the spearing of suckers. Open lines. S-2, S-3, S-10. Lakin Brook closed to the spearing of lines. S-2, S-3. Open to open water fishing October 1 - to open water fishing October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. suckers. Open to open water fishing October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. From January 1 - March 31: All November 30December 31: ALO, S-7. From January 1 - salmon caught while open water fishing must be released March 31: All salmon caught while open water fishing immediately without removal from the water. must be released immediately without removal from the water.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 210_BLNK PENOBSCOT RIVER Medway, Veazie Penobscot (South) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Clarify section. Add fishway closure area to the Medway Dam.

PURPOSE The purpose of this proposal is to clarify the start of the Penobscot River section and the delineation between the East and West Branches of the Penobscot River by using physical structures. Additionally, this proposal would clarify that the area within 150 feet of the Medway dam is closed to fishing at all times.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PENOBSCOT RIVER, Medway (confluence of the East and PENOBSCOT RIVER, Medway (confluence of the East and PENOBSCOT RIVER, Medway (From the Route 11 & 157 West Branches of the Penobscot River) to Veazie (South West Branches of the Penobscot River From the Route 11 bridge on the East Branch and the Medway Dam on the Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Open to open & 157 bridge on the East Branch and the Medway Dam on West Branch of the Penobscot River) to Veazie (South water and ice fishing from January 1 - December 31. That the West Branch of the Penobscot River) to Veazie (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Open to open area within 150 feet of any part of the West Enfield and Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Open to open water and ice fishing from January 1 - December 31. That Milford Dams, including fishways: Closed to fishing at all water and ice fishing from January 1 - December 31. That area within 150 feet of any part of the Medway, West times. From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. (See area within 150 feet of any part of the Medway, West Enfield and Milford Dams, including fishways: Closed to Piscataquis River - Howland Dam Bypass). Enfield and Milford Dams, including fishways: Closed to fishing at all times. From October 1 - December 31: ALO, fishing at all times. From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. (See Piscataquis River - Howland Dam Bypass). The following areas are closed to fishing for all species S-7. (See Piscataquis River - Howland Dam Bypass). from July 1 - September 30, both days inclusive: The following areas are closed to fishing for all species The following areas are closed to fishing for all species from July 1 - September 30, both days inclusive: – The Penobscot River on the easterly side of a straight from July 1 - September 30, both days inclusive: line drawn from a red painted rock situated on the – The Penobscot River on the easterly side of a straight downriver side of the mouth of Felts Brook to a red – The Penobscot River on the easterly side of a straight line drawn from a red painted rock situated on the painted marker on the Bangor Dam fishway situated on line drawn from a red painted rock situated on the downriver side of the mouth of Felts Brook to a red the upriver side of the mouth of Felts Brook. (Marine downriver side of the mouth of Felts Brook to a red painted marker on the Bangor Dam fishway situated on Resources Rule). painted marker on the Bangor Dam fishway situated on the upriver side of the mouth of Felts Brook. (Marine the upriver side of the mouth of Felts Brook. (Marine Resources Rule). – The Penobscot River within 250 feet of a red painted Resources Rule). marker situated on the downriver side of the mouth of – The Penobscot River within 250 feet of a red painted Eaton Brook. (Marine Resources Rule). – The Penobscot River within 250 feet of a red painted marker situated on the downriver side of the mouth of marker situated on the downriver side of the mouth of Eaton Brook. (Marine Resources Rule). – The Penobscot River within a 250 foot radius of the Eaton Brook. (Marine Resources Rule). Maine Central Railroad Bridge abutments at the mouth of – The Penobscot River within a 250 foot radius of the Meadow Brook (Marine Resources Rule). – The Penobscot River within a 250 foot radius of the Maine Central Railroad Bridge abutments at the mouth of Maine Central Railroad Bridge abutments at the mouth of Meadow Brook (Marine Resources Rule).

7/31/2020 Page 135 of 163 2021 Rule Making Proposals – The Penobscot River within 500 feet of a red painted Meadow Brook (Marine Resources Rule). marker situated on the downriver side of the mouth of – The Penobscot River within 500 feet of a red painted Blackman Stream. – The Penobscot River within 500 feet of a red painted marker situated on the downriver side of the mouth of marker situated on the downriver side of the mouth of Blackman Stream. – The Penobscot River within 500 feet of a red painted Blackman Stream. marker situated on the downriver side of the mouth of – The Penobscot River within 500 feet of a red painted Great Works Stream. – The Penobscot River within 500 feet of a red painted marker situated on the downriver side of the mouth of marker situated on the downriver side of the mouth of Great Works Stream. (Below Lincoln: 1-2 fish meals a month. See Fish Great Works Stream. Consumption Advisories on page A-4). (Below Lincoln: 1-2 fish meals a month. See Fish (Below Lincoln: 1-2 fish meals a month. See Fish Consumption Advisories on page A-4). Consumption Advisories on page A-4).

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 210081_BLNK PENOBSCOT RIVER, EAST BRANCH T6 R10 WELS to Medway Penobscot, Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Clarify section. Remove "River and all tributaries upstream to the first road crossing" from fourth and fifth bullets. Change "Whetstone Bridge" to "Swift Brook Road bridge" in sixth and seventh bullets. Remove "confluence with Penobscot River" and add "Route 11 & 157 Bridge in Medway" in seventh bullet. Remove S-13 from fourth through seventh bullets. PURPOSE The purpose of this proposal is to clarify the end point of the East Branch of the Penobscot River. This proposal would also remove unnecessary tributaries language that conflict with regulations further upstream on those tributaries. Additionally, this proposal would eliminate unnecessary S-13 regulations, as the general law in the North Zone is now the same as S-13. Lastly, this proposal would change the reference from "Whetstone Bridge" to be consistent with the road name and reduce confusion. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PENOBSCOT RIVER, EAST BRANCH, T6 R10 WELS to PENOBSCOT RIVER, EAST BRANCH, T6 R10 WELS to PENOBSCOT RIVER, EAST BRANCH, T6 R10 WELS to the Medway (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Medway the Route 11 & 157 bridge in Medway (North Route 11 & 157 bridge in Medway (North Zone). General Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: fishing laws apply, except: – From western Baxter Park Boundary to red markers set above the confluence with Webster Stream, Trout Brook – From western Baxter Park Boundary to red markers set – From western Baxter Park Boundary to red markers set Twp: Closed to the taking and use of live baitfish. The use above the confluence with Webster Stream, Trout Brook above the confluence with Webster Stream, Trout Brook of motorboats and outboard motors is prohibited. Twp: Closed to the taking and use of live baitfish. The use Twp: Closed to the taking and use of live baitfish. The use of motorboats and outboard motors is prohibited. of motorboats and outboard motors is prohibited. – From red markers set at the confluence with Matagamon Lake upstream to the red markers set above – From red markers set at the confluence with – From red markers set at the confluence with the confluence with Webster Stream, Trout Brook Twp: Matagamon Lake upstream to the red markers set above Matagamon Lake upstream to the red markers set above ALO, S-17. the confluence with Webster Stream, Trout Brook Twp: the confluence with Webster Stream, Trout Brook Twp: ALO, S-17. ALO, S-17. – The area within 150 feet of the Matagamon Dam, T6 R8 WELS: Closed to all fishing. – The area within 150 feet of the Matagamon Dam, T6 R8 – The area within 150 feet of the Matagamon Dam, T6 R8 WELS: Closed to all fishing. WELS: Closed to all fishing. – From Matagamon Dam downstream to the Grand Lake Road Bridge, T6 R8 WELS: River and all tributaries – From Matagamon Dam downstream to the Grand Lake – From Matagamon Dam downstream to the Grand Lake upstream to the first road crossing: ALO, S-13, S-17. Road Bridge, T6 R8 WELS: River and all tributaries Road Bridge, T6 R8 WELS: ALO, S-17. upstream to the first road crossing: ALO, S-13, S-17. – From the Grand Lake Road Bridge downstream to the T5 – From the Grand Lake Road Bridge downstream to the T5 R8/T6 R8 WELS town line: River and all tributaries – From the Grand Lake Road Bridge downstream to the T5 R8/T6 R8 WELS town line: ALO, S-17. Youth (under 16 upstream to the first road crossing: ALO, S-13, S-17. Youth R8/T6 R8 WELS town line: River and all tributaries years of age) may fish under S-4. (under 16 years of age) may fish under S-4. upstream to the first road crossing: ALO, S-13, S-17. Youth (under 16 years of age) may fish under S-4. – From the T5 R8/T6 R8 WELS town line downstream to – From the T5 R8/T6 R8 WELS town line downstream to the Swift Brook Road Bridge, T3 R7 WELS: River and all

7/31/2020 Page 137 of 163 2021 Rule Making Proposals the Whetstone Bridge, T3 R7 WELS: River and all – From the T5 R8/T6 R8 WELS town line downstream to tributaries upstream to the first road crossing: ALO, S-17. tributaries upstream to the first road crossing: ALO, S-13, the Whetstone Swift Brook Road Bridge, T3 R7 WELS: S-17. River and all tributaries upstream to the first road – From the Swift Brook Road Bridge in T3 R7 WELS crossing: ALO, S-13, S-17. downstream to the Route 11 & 157 bridge in Medway: – From the Whetsone Bridge in T3 R7 WELS downstream S-11. to the confluence with the Penobscot River: S-11, S-13. – From the Whetsone Swift Brook Road Bridge in T3 R7 WELS downstream to the confluence with the Penobscot River: Route 11 & 157 bridge in Medway: S-11, S-13.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 21008280_BLNK PENOBSCOT RIVER, SOUTH BRANCH Prentiss Twp T4 R4 NBKP to Somerset MDIFW Pittston Academy Grant

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Second and third bullets- Clarify section.

PURPOSE The first road crossing upstream of Canada Falls Lake no longer exists. This proposal would clarify the sections by utilizing the Hammond Twp./ Passamaquoddy Territory line (a shift of approximately 200 yards downstream).

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PENOBSCOT RIVER, SOUTH BRANCH, Prentiss Twp T4 R4 PENOBSCOT RIVER, SOUTH BRANCH, Prentiss Twp T4 R4 PENOBSCOT RIVER, SOUTH BRANCH, Prentiss Twp T4 R4 NBKP to Pittston Academy Grant (North Zone). General NBKP to Pittston Academy Grant (North Zone). General NBKP to Pittston Academy Grant (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: fishing laws apply, except: fishing laws apply, except:

– General fishing laws for Tribal Waters (page A-3) apply – General fishing laws for Tribal Waters (page A-3) apply – General fishing laws for Tribal Waters (page A-3) apply to that portion located in Indian Territory, except: April to that portion located in Indian Territory, except: April to that portion located in Indian Territory, except: April 1 - August 15: daily bag limit on trout: 2 fish; minimum 1 - August 15: daily bag limit on trout: 2 fish; minimum 1 - August 15: daily bag limit on trout: 2 fish; minimum length limit: 6 inches (only 1 may exceed 12 inches). From length limit: 6 inches (only 1 may exceed 12 inches). From length limit: 6 inches (only 1 may exceed 12 inches). From August 16 – September 30: ALO. Daily bag limit on trout: August 16 – September 30: ALO. Daily bag limit on trout: August 16 – September 30: ALO. Daily bag limit on trout: 1 fish; minimum length: 6 inches. Passamaquoddy Indian 1 fish; minimum length: 6 inches. Passamaquoddy Indian 1 fish; minimum length: 6 inches. Passamaquoddy Indian Territory. Territory. Territory.

– From the eastern boundary of Passamaquoddy Territory – From the eastern boundary of Passamaquoddy Territory – From the eastern boundary of Passamaquoddy Territory in Hammond Twp., downstream to the first road crossing in Hammond Twp., downstream to the northern in Hammond Twp., downstream to the northern upstream of Canada Falls Lake: From April 1 - August 15: boundary of Passamaquoddy Territory in Alder Brook boundary of Passamaquoddy Territory in Alder Brook S-19. Twp. first road crossing upstream of Canada Falls Lake: Twp.: From April 1 - August 15: S-19. From April 1 - August 15: S-19. – From Canada Falls Lake upstream to the first road – From Canada Falls Lake upstream to the northern crossing: ALO, S-19. – From Canada Falls Lake upstream to the northern boundary of Passamaquoddy Territory in Alder Brook boundary of Passamaquoddy Territory in Alder Brook Twp.: ALO, S-19. – From Canada Falls Lake downstream to the red markers Twp. first road crossing: ALO, S-19. near Pittston Farm on Seboomook Lake: From April 1 - – From Canada Falls Lake downstream to the red markers August 15: S-19. – From Canada Falls Lake downstream to the red markers near Pittston Farm on Seboomook Lake: From April 1 - near Pittston Farm on Seboomook Lake: From April 1 - August 15: S-19. August 15: S-19.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 210082_N_BLNK PENOBSCOT RIVER, WEST BRANCH Seboomook Twp to T1 R9 Wels Piscataquis, Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove "the Route 11 bridge on the T3 Indian Purchase TWP/Millinocket town line" from last bullet. Add "Ambajejus Lake" to last bullet.

PURPOSE The purpose of this proposal is to clarify the end point of the West Branch of the Penobscot River regulations in the North Zone. The short section of river from the dam at Elbow Lake to Quakish Lake is proposed to be captured under the West Branch of the Penobscot River South Zone listing.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PENOBSCOT RIVER, WEST BRANCH, Seboomook Twp to PENOBSCOT RIVER, WEST BRANCH, Seboomook Twp to PENOBSCOT RIVER, WEST BRANCH, Seboomook Twp to T1 R9 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, T1 R9 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, T1 R9 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: The general law maximum length limit on except: The general law maximum length limit on except: The general law maximum length limit on landlocked salmon does not apply. landlocked salmon does not apply. landlocked salmon does not apply.

– From Seboomook Dam to red markers set on the shores – From Seboomook Dam to red markers set on the shores – From Seboomook Dam to red markers set on the shores of Chesuncook Lake near the Boom House campsite: From of Chesuncook Lake near the Boom House campsite: From of Chesuncook Lake near the Boom House campsite: From April 1 to August 15: ALO, S-17, S-22. From August 16 - April 1 to August 15: ALO, S-17, S-22. From August 16 - April 1 to August 15: ALO, S-17, S-22. From August 16 - September 30: FFO. Total daily bag limit on trout and September 30: FFO. Total daily bag limit on trout and September 30: FFO. Total daily bag limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 1 fish. landlocked salmon: 1 fish. landlocked salmon: 1 fish.

– From Ripogenus Dam downstream to the Telos Road – From Ripogenus Dam downstream to the Telos Road – From Ripogenus Dam downstream to the Telos Road Bridge: From April 1 - September 30: FFO, S-22. Minimum Bridge: From April 1 - September 30: FFO, S-22. Minimum Bridge: From April 1 - September 30: FFO, S-22. Minimum length limit on landlocked salmon: 26 inches. length limit on landlocked salmon: 26 inches. length limit on landlocked salmon: 26 inches.

– From the Telos Road Bridge downstream to the red – From the Telos Road Bridge downstream to the red – From the Telos Road Bridge downstream to the red markers at the head of Pockwockamus Falls: From April markers at the head of Pockwockamus Falls: From April markers at the head of Pockwockamus Falls: From April 1 - August 15: only artificial lures with one hook - single- 1 - August 15: only artificial lures with one hook - single- 1 - August 15: only artificial lures with one hook - single- pointed hook or a treble hook - allowed. S-22. Minimum pointed hook or a treble hook - allowed. S-22. Minimum pointed hook or a treble hook - allowed. S-22. Minimum length on landlocked salmon: 18 inches. From August 16 - length on landlocked salmon: 18 inches. From August 16 - length on landlocked salmon: 18 inches. From August 16 - September 30: FFO. Total daily limit on trout and September 30: FFO. Total daily limit on trout and September 30: FFO. Total daily limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 1 fish. Minimum length on landlocked landlocked salmon: 1 fish. Minimum length on landlocked landlocked salmon: 1 fish. Minimum length on landlocked salmon: 18 inches. salmon: 18 inches. salmon: 18 inches.

– From red markers at the head of Pockwockamus Falls – From red markers at the head of Pockwockamus Falls – From red markers at the head of Pockwockamus Falls downstream to the Route 11 bridge on the T3 Indian downstream to the Route 11 bridge on the T3 Indian downstream to Ambajejus Lake: S-11. Smelts may be Purchase TWP/Millinocket town line: S-11. Smelts may be Purchase TWP/Millinocket town line Ambajejus Lake: taken by dip net from the northeast bank of the river in

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 210082_S_BLNK PENOBSCOT RIVER, WEST BRANCH T3 Indian Purchase Twp to Penobscot MDIFW Medway

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "Medway Dam" to section boundary. Clarify section. Remove "Millinocket" from first bullet. Remove entire second bullet.

PURPOSE The purpose of this proposal is to clarify the end point of the West Branch of the Penobscot River regulations in the South Zone. The short section of river below the Medway Dam is proposed to be captured under the Penobscot River listing.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PENOBSCOT RIVER, WEST BRANCH, T3 Indian Purchase PENOBSCOT RIVER, WEST BRANCH, T3 Indian Purchase PENOBSCOT RIVER, WEST BRANCH, T3 Indian Purchase Twp to Medway (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, Twp to the Medway Dam in Medway (South Zone). Twp to the Medway Dam in Medway (South Zone). except: The general law maximum length limit on General fishing laws apply, except: The general law General fishing laws apply, except: The general law landlocked salmon does not apply. maximum length limit on landlocked salmon does not maximum length limit on landlocked salmon does not apply. apply. -From the dam at Elbow Lake to Quakish Lake, T3 Indian Purchase Twp, Millinocket: S-13. Daily bag limit on -From the dam at Elbow Lake to Quakish Lake, T3 Indian - From the dam at Elbow Lake to Quakish Lake, T3 Indian landlocked salmon: 3 fish; minimum length limit: 12 Purchase Twp, Millinocket: S-13. Daily bag limit on Purchase Twp: S-13. Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon: inches. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - landlocked salmon: 3 fish; minimum length limit: 12 3 fish; minimum length limit: 12 inches. Open to open December 31: ALO, S-7. inches. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - water fishing from October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. December 31: ALO, S-7. -From Medway dam to the confluence of East and West Branches in Medway, Medway: The area within 150 feet -From Medway dam to the confluence of East and West of any part of the Medway Dam, including the Branches in Medway, Medway: The area within 150 feet powerhouse: closed to fishing at all times. Open to open of any part of the Medway Dam, including the water fishing from October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. powerhouse: closed to fishing at all times. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 1728 PLEASANT LAKE Island Falls, T4 R3 WELS Aroostook MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Change end date associated with ice fishing for smelts to April 30.

PURPOSE Beginning on January 1, 2020 the "B" ice fishing season end date was changed from March 31 to April 30. This proposal would align the end date associated with ice fishing for smelts and the end date associated with the "B" ice fishing season.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PLEASANT LAKE, Island Falls, T4 R3 WELS (North Zone). PLEASANT LAKE, Island Falls, T4 R3 WELS (North Zone). PLEASANT LAKE, Island Falls, T4 R3 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-2, S-3, S-11, S-19, General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-2, S-3, S-11, S-19, General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-2, S-3, S-11, S-19, S-22. Open to ice fishing for smelts from the time the ice S-22. Open to ice fishing for smelts from the time the ice S-22. Open to ice fishing for smelts from the time the ice forms in the fall until March 31. Open to open water forms in the fall until April 30 March 31. Open to open forms in the fall until April 30. Open to open water fishing fishing from October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. water fishing from October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. from October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 21005318_BLNK PLEASANT RIVER Brownville, Milo, Medford Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove S-13. Simplify August 16 - September 30 to general law bag limits. Add towns. Clarify section.

PURPOSE The entire river is in the North Zone, therefore the S-13 is unnecessary. The late summer bag limit language creates an aggregate bag limit and is unnecessary. The proposal to revert to the general law bag limit for streams will simplify this regulation. Lastly, the reach description is proposed to be changed to reference from upstream to downstream.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PLEASANT RIVER, Brownville (North Zone). General PLEASANT RIVER, Brownville, Milo, Medford (North PLEASANT RIVER, Brownville, Milo, Medford (North fishing laws apply, except: S-13. From Brownville bridge to Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-13. From the Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From the Route Route 11 bridge: From August 16 - September 30: FFO. Route 11 bridge in Brownville Junction bridge 11 bridge in Brownville Junction downstream to the Total daily bag limit on trout, landlocked salmon, and downstream to the Church Street bridge in Brownville to Church Street bridge in Brownville: From August 16 - togue: 1 fish. Route 11 bridge: From August 16 - September 30: FFO. September 30: FFO. Total daily bag limit on trout, landlocked salmon, and togue: 1 fish.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 1602 PORTAGE LAKE Portage Lake Aroostook MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Change end date associated with ice fishing for smelts to April 30.

PURPOSE Beginning on January 1, 2020 the "B" ice fishing season end date was changed from March 31 to April 30. This proposal would align the end date associated with ice fishing for smelts and the end date associated with the "B" ice fishing season.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS PORTAGE LAKE, Portage Lake Twp (North Zone). General PORTAGE LAKE, Portage Lake Twp (North Zone). General PORTAGE LAKE, Portage Lake Twp (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-2, S-3, S-11, S-16. No bag fishing laws apply, except: B. S-2, S-3, S-11, S-16. No bag fishing laws apply, except: B. S-2, S-3, S-11, S-16. No bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon less than 14 inches. Daily bag limit on landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 fish. Open to limit on landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 fish. Open to limit on landlocked salmon over 14 inches: 2 fish. Open to ice fishing for smelts from the time ice forms in the fall ice fishing for smelts from the time ice forms in the fall ice fishing for smelts from the time ice forms in the fall until March 31. No person shall operate any boat or until April 30 March 31. No person shall operate any boat until April 30. No person shall operate any boat or canoe canoe propelled by motor on that portion of Portage Lake or canoe propelled by motor on that portion of Portage propelled by motor on that portion of Portage Lake known as the Floating Island Area, north and westerly of a Lake known as the Floating Island Area, north and known as the Floating Island Area, north and westerly of a line beginning at the eastern edge of the marshy westerly of a line beginning at the eastern edge of the line beginning at the eastern edge of the marshy peninsula running out from Hutchinson Ridge, running 50 marshy peninsula running out from Hutchinson Ridge, peninsula running out from Hutchinson Ridge, running 50 yards outside of the floating islands in a northerly running 50 yards outside of the floating islands in a yards outside of the floating islands in a northerly direction to the mouth of Mosquito Brook. northerly direction to the mouth of Mosquito Brook. direction to the mouth of Mosquito Brook.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE E 0366 RABBIT POND AND TRIBUTARIES Elliotsville Twp Piscataquis MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and tributaries".

PURPOSE Including the tributaries in this listing is unnecessary and as currently written, open water angling would be permitted in the tributaries from October 1 - November 30. The intent is that the fall season special regulations apply to the pond only. This proposal would eliminate the confusion while still offering regulations consistent with management goals and objectives. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS RABBIT POND AND TRIBUTARIES, Elliottsville Twp (North RABBIT POND AND TRIBUTARIES, Elliottsville Twp (North RABBIT POND, Elliottsville Twp (North Zone). General Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Open to Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Open to fishing laws apply, except: CI. Open to open water fishing open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: ALO, from October 1 - November 30: ALO, S-7. S-7. S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 0861751013_BL RANGELEY RIVER Rangeley Franklin MDIFW NK

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and landlocked salmon". Add "brook" prior to "trout". Fix typos.

PURPOSE This proposal would eliminate the unnecessary aggregate bag limit on brook trout and landlocked salmon. The result would be a one brook trout daily bag limit and general law bag limit for all other species.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS RANGELEY RIVER, Rangeley (North Zone). General fishing RANGELEY RIVER, Rangeley (North Zone). General fishing RANGELEY RIVER, Rangeley (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: laws apply, except: laws apply, except:

– From the downstream to the dam on outlet – From the fish screen downstream to the dam on the – From the fish screen downstream to the dam on the of : FFO. Total daily bag limit on trout and outlet of Rangeley Lake: FFO. Total daily bag limit on outlet of Rangeley Lake: FFO. Total daily bag limit on landlocked salmon: 1 fish. brook trout and landlocked salmon: 1 fish. brook trout: 1 fish.

– From the downstream side of the dam on the outlet of – From the downstream side of the dam on the outlet of – From the downstream side of the dam on the outlet of Rangeley Lake to the red markers at the confluence of Rangeley Lake to the red markers at the confluence of Rangeley Lake to the red markers at the confluence of Cupsuptic Lake: FFO, S-1. Total daily bag limit on trout Cupsuptic Lake: FFO, S-1. Total daily bag limit on brook Cupsuptic Lake: FFO, S-1. Total daily bag limit on brook and landlocked salmon: 1 fish. Open to open water fishing trout and landlocked salmon: 1 fish. Open to open water trout: 1 fish. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - from October 1 - 31: FFO, S-7. fishing from October 1 - October 31: FFO, S-7. October 31: FFO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 9794 ROBBINS BROOK POND T12 R11 WELS Aroostook MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Revise fly fishing and trolling language for consistency.

PURPOSE In 2018 updates were made to a handful of waters to create language consistency in reference to "fly fishing only" waters that also allow trolling with flies. Robbins Brook Pond was inadvertently omitted from the list at that time. This proposal would create language consistency with other waters that allow the trolling of flies in "fly fishing only" waters.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS ROBBINS BROOK POND, T12 R11 WELS (North Zone). ROBBINS BROOK POND, T12 R11 WELS (North Zone). ROBBINS BROOK POND, T12 R11 WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-17. Casting and General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-17. Fly fishing and General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-17. Fly fishing and trolling with artificial flies only. trolling with flies only. Casting and trolling with artificial trolling with flies only. flies only.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 3584 ROUND POND AND TRIBUTARIES Township E Franklin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and tributaries".

PURPOSE Including the tributaries in this listing is unnecessary and as currently written, open water angling would be permitted in the tributary from October 1 - November 30. The intent is that the fall season special regulations apply to the pond only. This proposal would eliminate the confusion while still offering regulations consistent with management goals and objectives. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS ROUND POND AND TRIBUTARIES, Township E (North ROUND POND AND TRIBUTARIES, Township E (North ROUND POND, Township E (North Zone). General fishing Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Open Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Open laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Open to open water fishing to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30: from October 1 - November 30: FFO, S-7. FFO, S-7. FFO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B 153 SAINT GEORGE RIVER Liberty to Warren Knox, Waldo MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove aggregate bag limit, simplify regulation.

PURPOSE The Saint George River is a highly popular stocked fishery. This proposal would fix formatting inconsistencies and remove an unnecessary aggregate bag limit, while still offering necessary protections to the stocked brook trout and brown trout populations.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS SAINT GEORGE RIVER, Liberty to Warren. From St. George SAINT GEORGE RIVER, Liberty to Warren. From St. George SAINT GEORGE RIVER, Liberty to Warren (South Zone). Lake in Liberty, downstream to the head of tide in Warren Lake in Liberty, downstream to the head of tide in Warren General fishing laws apply, except: From St. George Lake (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: Open to (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From St. in Liberty downstream to the head of tide in Warren: open water fishing from January 1 - December 31. Total George Lake in Liberty downstream to the head of tide in Open to open water fishing from January 1 - December daily bag limit on trout, landlocked salmon, and togue: 1 Warren: Open to open water fishing from January 1 - 31: S-19. The use of all legal forms of bait, artificial lures, fish. The use of all legal forms of bait, artificial lures, and December 31: S-19. Total daily bag limit on trout, and artificial flies is permitted. artificial flies is permitted. landlocked salmon, and togue: 1 fish. The use of all legal forms of bait, artificial lures, and artificial flies is permitted.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B 093040_S_BLNK SEBASTICOOK RIVER Pittsifled to Winslow Kennebec, Somerset, Waldo MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Reorganize regulation. Add language for consistency. Delete August 16 - November 30 ALO restriction.

PURPOSE The Sebasticook River regulation is overly complex. This proposal would fix formatting inconsistencies and apply language consistent with most other flowing waters open to year round fishing, while still offering necessary protections consistent with management goals and objectives.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS SEBASTICOOK RIVER, Pittsfield to Winslow (South Zone). SEBASTICOOK RIVER, Pittsfield to Winslow (South Zone). SEBASTICOOK RIVER, Pittsfield to Winslow (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: General fishing laws apply, except: General fishing laws apply, except:

– From the confluence with the East Branch Sebasticook – From the confluence with the East Branch Sebasticook – From the confluence with the East Branch Sebasticook River in Pittsfield downstream to the Benton Falls Dam in River in Pittsfield downstream to the Benton Falls Dam in River in Pittsfield downstream to the Benton Falls Dam in Benton: S-19. Open to open water and ice fishing from Benton: S-19. Open to open water and ice fishing from Benton: Open to open water and ice fishing from January January 1 - December 31. From August 16 to November January 1 - December 31: S-19. The use of all legal forms 1 - December 31: S-19. The use of all legal forms of bait, 30: ALO. of bait, artificial lures, and artificial flies is permitted. artificial lures, and artificial flies is permitted. From August 16 to November 30: ALO. – From the Benton Falls Dam in Benton downstream to – From the Benton Falls Dam in Benton downstream to the confluence with the Kennebec River in Winslow: ALO – From the Benton Falls Dam in Benton downstream to the confluence with the Kennebec River in Winslow: ALO (single hook only). Open to open water fishing from the confluence with the Kennebec River in Winslow: ALO (single hook only). Open to open water fishing from January 1 - December 31. Total daily bag limit on trout (single hook only). Open to open water fishing from January 1 - December 31. Total daily bag limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 2 fish. Minimum length limit on January 1 - December 31. Total daily bag limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 2 fish. Minimum length limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 12 inches. and landlocked salmon: 2 fish. Minimum length limit on trout and landlocked salmon: 12 inches. trout and landlocked salmon: 12 inches. Exception: Anglers under 16 years of age may fish under Exception: Anglers under 16 years of age may fish under S-4 from 150 feet downstream of the Benton Falls dam Exception: Anglers under 16 years of age may fish under S-4 from 150 feet downstream of the Benton Falls dam fishway to the confluence of Pattee Pond Brook in S-4 from 150 feet downstream of the Benton Falls dam fishway to the confluence of Pattee Pond Brook in Winslow. fishway to the confluence of Pattee Pond Brook in Winslow. Winslow. (Corinna/Hartland to Winslow: 2 fish meals a month. See (Corinna/Hartland to Winslow: 2 fish meals a month. See Fish Consumption Advisories on page A-4). (Corinna/Hartland to Winslow: 2 fish meals a month. See Fish Consumption Advisories on page A-4). Fish Consumption Advisories on page A-4).

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B 093040_N_BLNK SEBASTICOOK RIVER Harmony to Pittsfield Somerset MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Simplify regulation.

PURPOSE The Sebasticook River regulation is overly complex. This proposal would blend three discrete sections into one and offer meaningful simplification while still allowing angling opportunity consistent with management goals and objectives.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS SEBASTICOOK RIVER, Harmony to Pittsfield (North Zone). SEBASTICOOK RIVER, Harmony to Pittsfield (North Zone). SEBASTICOOK RIVER, Harmony to Pittsfield (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: General fishing laws apply, except: From Mainstream General fishing laws apply, except: From Mainstream Pond downstream to the confluence with the East Branch Pond downstream to the confluence with the East Branch – From the outlet of Mainstream Pond in Harmony to its Sebasticook River in Pittsfield: Open to ice and open Sebasticook River in Pittsfield: Open to ice and open confluence with Lake Como: S-11. water fishing from January 1 - December 31: S-11, S-19. water fishing from January 1 - December 31: S-11, S-19.

– From the red markers at the outlet of Lake Como to its – From the outlet of Mainstream Pond in Harmony to its (Corinna/Hartland to Winslow: 2 fish meals a month. See confluence with Great Moose Lake: S-11. Closed to taking confluence with Lake Como: S-11. Fish Consumption Advisories on page A-4). smelts from midnight to noon each day. – From the red markers at the outlet of Lake Como to its – From the Great Moose Lake Dam in Hartland confluence with Great Moose Lake: S-11. Closed to taking downstream to the confluence with the East Branch smelts from midnight to noon each day. Sebasticook River in Pittsfield: S-11, S-19. Open to open water and ice fishing from January 1 - December 31. From – From the Great Moose Lake Dam in Hartland August 16 to November 30: ALO. downstream to the confluence with the East Branch Sebasticook River in Pittsfield: S-11, S-19. Open to open (Corinna/Hartland to Winslow: 2 fish meals a month. See water and ice fishing from January 1 - December 31. From Fish Consumption Advisories on page A-4). August 16 to November 30: ALO.

(Corinna/Hartland to Winslow: 2 fish meals a month. See Fish Consumption Advisories on page A-4).

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE C 1374 SECOND (GARDNER) LAKE Marion Twp Washington MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add S-33.

PURPOSE Second (Gardner) Lake is connected to Gardner Lake via a thoroughfare and management is intended to be consistent between both waters. The S-33 regulation is in place at Gardner Lake and was inadvertently omitted from Second (Gardner) Lake. This proposal would address the inconsistency between these two connected waters and ensure necessary protections are in place. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS SECOND (GARDNER) LAKE, Marion Twp (South Zone). SECOND (GARDNER) LAKE, Marion Twp (South Zone). SECOND (GARDNER) LAKE, Marion Twp (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From October 1 - General fishing laws apply, except: S-33. From October 1 - General fishing laws apply, except: S-33. From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7. December 31: ALO, S-7. December 31: ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 2120 SHAD POND Millinocket Penobscot (North) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove S-7 from fall fishing. Remove this listing from the law book.

PURPOSE Shad Pond is technically in the South Zone and was erroneously listed as if it were in the North Zone. The special fall fishing regulation is an artifact of a historical regulation. South Zone general law is more consistent with management goals and objectives.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS SHAD POND, Millinocket (North Zone). General fishing SHAD POND, Millinocket (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: A. S-11. Open to open water fishing laws apply, except: A. S-11. Open to open water fishing from October 1 - November 30 and open to ice fishing in from October 1 - November 30 and open to ice fishing in November: S-7. November: S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 0121 SPEDNIC LAKE Forest City Twp, Forest Twp, T11 Washington MDIFW R3 NBPP, Vanceboro

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "Daily bag limit on white perch: 25 fish". Add "No size or bag limit on largemouth bass".

PURPOSE The 25 fish bag limit on white perch and the no size or bag limit on largemouth bass regulations were inadvertently omitted when the format of the international boundary water general laws were changed in 2018. This proposal would correct that error.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS SPEDNIC LAKE, T9 R4 NBPP, T10 R3 NBPP, T11 R3 NBPP, SPEDNIC LAKE, T9 R4 NBPP, T10 R3 NBPP, T11 R3 NBPP, SPEDNIC LAKE, T9 R4 NBPP, T10 R3 NBPP, T11 R3 NBPP, Vanceboro (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, Vanceboro (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, Vanceboro (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: B. S-2, S-3. Closed to the taking of smallmouth except: B. S-2, S-3. Closed to the taking of smallmouth except: B. S-2, S-3. Closed to the taking of smallmouth bass. From October 1 - December 31: Closed to all fishing. bass. Daily bag limit on white perch: 25 fish. No size or bass. Daily bag limit on white perch: 25 fish. No size or International Water (page A-1). bag limit on largemouth bass. From October 1 - December bag limit on largemouth bass. From October 1 - December 31: Closed to all fishing. International Water (page A-1). 31: Closed to all fishing. International Water (page A-1). Spednic Lake Dam: the area within 75 feet of the mouth of the fishway is closed to fishing at all times (Title 12, Spednic Lake Dam: the area within 75 feet of the mouth Spednic Lake Dam: the area within 75 feet of the mouth subsection 12457). of the fishway is closed to fishing at all times (Title 12, of the fishway is closed to fishing at all times (Title 12, subsection 12457). subsection 12457).

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE A STONE COTTAGE BROOK Woodstock Oxford MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Create new listing. Add S-1 and clarify smelt harvest restrictions.

PURPOSE Smelt harvest restrictions on Bryant Pond, Woodstock also impact Stone Cottage Brook. The intent of this proposal is to clarify that restrictive regulations exist on Stone Cottage Brook and the area within 200 feet of the mouth.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS STONE COTTAGE BROOK, Woodstock (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-1. Areas in the lake within 200 feet of the mouth of this tributary are closed to the taking of smelt.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE A SUCKER BROOK (BEAVER POND OUTLET) Bridgeton Cumberland MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Create new record. Add S-1, clarify smelt harvest restrictions.

PURPOSE Smelt harvest restrictions on Moose Pond, Bridgeton also reference Sucker Brook. The intent of this proposal is to clarify that restrictive regulations exist on Sucker Brook and the area within 100 feet of the mouth.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS SUCKER BROOK (BEAVER POND OUTLET), Bridgton. General fishing laws apply, except: S-1. Areas in the lake within 100 feet of the mouth of this tributary are closed to the taking of smelt.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B 086041_1 TAYLOR POND OUTLET Mount Vernon Kennebec MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete S-2. Add S-1.

PURPOSE The Taylor Pond Outlet S-2 regulation (Closed to the taking of smelts, except by hook and line) conflicts with the Echo Lake S-3 regulation (Direct tributaries closed to the taking of smelts), because the Taylor Pond Outlet is a direct tributary to Echo Lake. This proposal would eliminate the conflict and clarify regulations on both waters.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS TAYLOR POND OUTLET, Mount Vernon (South Zone). TAYLOR POND OUTLET, Mount Vernon (South Zone). TAYLOR POND OUTLET, Mount Vernon (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-2, S-8 (except that 5 General fishing laws apply, except: S-1, S-2, S-8 (except General fishing laws apply, except: S-1, S-8 (except that 5 lines may be used from sunset to sunrise while fishing for that 5 lines may be used from sunset to sunrise while lines may be used from sunset to sunrise while fishing for cusk), S-22, S-25. fishing for cusk), S-22, S-25. cusk), S-22, S-25.

Exception: From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7 is in Exception: From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7 is in Exception: From October 1 - December 31: ALO, S-7 is in effect on Taylor Pond Outlet from the downstream side of effect on Taylor Pond Outlet from the downstream side of effect on Taylor Pond Outlet from the downstream side of Taylor Pond dam to Echo Lake. Taylor Pond dam to Echo Lake. Taylor Pond dam to Echo Lake.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE F 426059 THE THOROUGHFARE, BETWEEN NORTH AND EAST Orient Aroostook MDIFW GRAND LAKES

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add "B. S-2, S-3"

PURPOSE The thoroughfare between North and East Grand Lakes is a navigable section of water between these two lakes. The intent is that regulations would be consistent with those on North Lake. This proposal would align The Thoroughfare regulations with North Lake regulations, would eliminate confusion, and would be consistent with management goals and objectives. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS THE THOROUGHFARE, BETWEEN NORTH AND EAST THE THOROUGHFARE, BETWEEN NORTH AND EAST THE THOROUGHFARE, BETWEEN NORTH AND EAST GRAND LAKES, Orient (North Zone). General fishing laws GRAND LAKES, Orient (North Zone). General fishing laws GRAND LAKES, Orient (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: S-11. International Water (page A-1). apply, except: B. S-2, S-3, S-11. International Water (page apply, except: B. S-2, S-3, S-11. International Water (page A-1). A-1).

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE D 2362_BLNK TIM POND AND MUD POND Tim Pond Twp Franklin MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Remove "AND MUD POND" from water's name

PURPOSE So called Mud Pond is a cove in Tim Pond and by removing Mud Pond will eliminate confusion and simplify the lawbook.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS TIM POND AND MUD POND, Tim Pond Twp (North Zone). TIM POND AND MUD POND, Tim Pond Twp (North Zone). TIM POND, Tim Pond Twp (North Zone). General fishing General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Tributaries General fishing laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Tributaries laws apply, except: CI. FFO. Tributaries closed to all closed to all fishing. closed to all fishing. fishing.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE G 1530 TOGUE POND AND TRIBUTARIES AND OUTLET T15 R9 WELS Aroostook MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Delete "and outlet".

PURPOSE Including the outlet in this listing is unnecessary. Additionally, the outlet of Togue Pond is a direct tributary of Mud Pond and tributaries. This proposal would clarify the intent that this section of stream is covered by the Mud Pond and tributaries regulation.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS TOGUE POND AND TRIBUTARIES AND OUTLET, T15 R9 TOGUE POND AND TRIBUTARIES AND OUTLET, T15 R9 TOGUE POND AND TRIBUTARIES, T15 R9 WELS (North WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. WELS (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: CI. S-11, S-19. S-11, S-19. S-11, S-19.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE A 3260 TROUT POND Mason Twp Oxford (South) MDIFW

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Add CI.

PURPOSE Trout Pond in Mason is a 10 acre stocked brook trout water in Oxford County. Water quality at Trout Pond is sufficient for holdover of trout to older ages and larger sizes. Prior to 2010, when MDIFW had two separate rule books for open water and ice fishing, this water was closed to ice fishing under the general law for all waters in Oxford County. When the two law books were combined and Oxford County was divided by the North/South Zone line, this water was inadvertently omitted from the list of South Zone waters to be closed to ice fishing. In 2014 fall fishing regulations were added, and again the lack of "CI" was missed. This proposal would close this small/quality stocked brook trout water to ice fishing and realign the regulations framework with management goals and objectives. CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS TROUT POND, Mason Twp (South Zone). General fishing TROUT POND, Mason Twp (South Zone). General fishing TROUT POND, Mason Twp (South Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: From October 1 - December 31: ALO, laws apply, except: CI. From October 1 - December 31: laws apply, except: CI. From October 1 - December 31: S-7. ALO, S-7. ALO, S-7.

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REGION WATCODE ID WATER NAME TOWN(S) COUNTY OR COUNTIES PROPOSAL SOURCE B 7122 WYMAN LAKE Caratunk, Carrying Place Twp, Somerset MDIFW Moscow, Pleasant Ridge Plt

REGULATION THEME Error, Conflict, Confusion

REGULATION CHANGE DESCRIPTION Change end date associated with ice fishing for smelts to April 30.

PURPOSE Beginning on January 1, 2020 the "B" ice fishing season end date was changed from March 31 to April 30. This proposal would align the end date associated with ice fishing for smelts and the end date associated with the "B" ice fishing season.

CURRENT REGULATIONS PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS PROPOSED REGULATIONS WYMAN LAKE, Caratunk, Carrying Place Twp, Moscow, WYMAN LAKE, Caratunk, Carrying Place Twp, Moscow, WYMAN LAKE, Caratunk, Carrying Place Twp, Moscow, Pleasant Ridge Plt (North Zone). General fishing laws Pleasant Ridge Plt (North Zone). General fishing laws Pleasant Ridge Plt (North Zone). General fishing laws apply, except: To red markers north of Caratunk Boat apply, except: To red markers north of Caratunk Boat apply, except: To red markers north of Caratunk Boat Landing: Open to ice fishing for smelts from the time ice Landing: Open to ice fishing for smelts from the time ice Landing: Open to ice fishing for smelts from the time ice forms in the fall until March 31. B. S-11, S-16. forms in the fall until April 30 March 31. B. S-11, S-16. forms in the fall until April 30. B. S-11, S-16.

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