Fishing

Saltwater fishing tours are easily arranged on charter boats berthed at many of the province's harbors. Inquire locally at the visitor information centers, or consult the "Boat Tours & Charters" section of the Doers & Dreamers Guide. No fishing license is needed for those on charters. For saltwater regulations, contact Department of Fisheries at tel. 902/863-0533 or 902/863-5670.

Committed freshwater anglers come to Nova Scotia in pursuit of the tragically dwindling Atlantic salmon, which requires a license separate from that for other freshwater fish. Salmon licenses must be obtained from a provincial office, campground, or licensed outfitter. Other freshwater species popular with anglers are brown trout, shad, smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, and speckled trout. For a copy of the current fishing regulations, contact the Department of Agricultural and Fisheries at tel. 902/424-4560 or go to their website at www.gov.ns.ca/nsaf.