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Welcome to Motts Run RULES & REGULATIONS Since opening in 1974, this 160-acre has Following the rules and applying common sense been a favorite hole to many. Some come will help ensure a safe and pleasant visit for all in search of the famed northern pike (state and preserve this for future generations. record, 1994), others to , bank fish, picnic,  Keep the park clean by placing waste in the or hike. In addition to , Motts serves as proper receptacles Motts Run the back-up for Fredericksburg  Biking allowed only on designated and parts of Spotsylvania County.  Park only in designated areas Concession Rates  Fires allowed in park grills only ITEM FEE  Fishing license required to fish DAILY LAUNCH  No wading or Fred., Spotsy., Stafford Residents: Day…….$3.00  No motorized vehicles allowed off road Season Pass……………………………...$20.00  No disturbance or removal of plant or Season Pass-Canoe/……………...$12.00 animal life Non-Residents: Day………………………..$6.00  All dogs must be on a leash Season Pass……………………………..$35.00  and hunting prohibited Season Pass-Canoe/Kayak……………..$18.00  Alcohol prohibited  No metal detectors BOAT OR BANK FISHING  Hammock straps should be at least 1in wide Fred., Spotsy., Stafford Residents: Day…...$3.00 and used should be at least 1ft in Season Pass……………………………..$15.00 diameter Non-Residents: Day……………………….$7.00 Season Pass……………………………..$20.00 FREE PARK PHONE: 540-786-8989 F I S H I N G & 16 & Under, Disabled, active duty……….. In the event of an emergency, park staff can call $1.00 Seniors (60+): Day……………………….. 911. First Aid Kit and AED available at boat $8.00 B O AT I N G Season Pass…………………………….. concession. Seniors (65+): Lifetime Pass……………….$10.00 INFO BOAT & EQUIPMENT RENTAL TRAILS Jon Boat & : ½ Day………………….$20.00 Motts is home to over 12 miles of trails for hiking Seniors (60+): ½ Day…………………..$15.00 and biking. To learn more, grab a . 6600 Road Jon Boat & Oars: Full Day………………...$30.00 Seniors (60+): Full Day………………….$25.00 HOURS OF OPERATION Fredericksburg, VA 22407 Jon Boat & Motor: 2 hours………………...$15.00 April 1—Oct. 31 7am-7pm Seniors (60+): 2 hours…………………...$12.00 Closed every Tuesday and Wednesday (540) 786-8989 Jon Boat & Motor: Full Day………………..$50.00 Nov. 1—March 31 Closed Seniors (60+): Full Day………………….$40.00 www..fxbg.com Battery (2 hr. min / max $11)……………..$2/hr. Motor (2 hr. min / max $16)……………….$2/hr. NATURE CENTER Canoe……………………………………...$8/hr. Open Sat/Sun, 12-5pm, April 1—Oct. 31 Solo Kayak………………………………...$10/hr. Interested in Volunteering? 372-1086 x213 Tandem Kayak……………………………..$12/hr. PFD / Extra Throw Cushion………………….$1/ea.

BAIT For more information, contact the City of Please Return, Reuse, or Chicken Livers……………………………...$3.00 Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation, & Events Mealworms, night crawlers, red wigglers……...$3.50 408 St., Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Recycle this brochure! (540) 372-1086 / www.parks.fxbg.com Regulations  No gas motors allowed on lake (electric only) of Motts  Must be 18 to rest or launch boat  No animals allowed in boat 9  Children 16 and under must wear PFD  must be brought in 30 minutes prior to Run Reservoir park closing (3 blasts of air horn will signal Key time)  Persons renting equipment are liable for Boat Launch damage or loss

Fishing Structure Fishing Regulations  All fishermen MUST CHECK IN & OUT Boat Concessions 3 Park  Submit ALL FISH for inspection Entrance  State fishing license required Nature Center  Bank fishing in designated areas only  16 & under, disabled, and active duty Restrooms military fish free  Children 12 & under must fish with an adult Amphitheater 2 1 Fish Limits Picnic Shelter  Large Mouth Bass—No min. length, 5 per day 4  Northern Pike—Min. length 20”, 2 per day Parking 10  Walleye—8 per day 6 5 7 8

Fishing Structure Coordinates 1. N 38 18.979’ 5. N 38 18.871’ 9. N 38 19.252’ W 77 33.452’ W 77 33.381’ W 77 33.793’

2. N 38 18.984’ 6. N 38 18.888’ 10. N 38 18.918’ W 77 33.490’ W 77 33.843’ W 77 33.276’

3. N 38 19.067’ 7. N 38 18.831’ W 77 33.554’ W 77 33.354’

4. N 38 18.920’ 8. N 38 18.783’ W 77 33.577’ W 77 33.262’