From an economic standpoint, a salmon swimming in the river has a far greater value to the local economy than a dead one in a freezer. The current regulations for these areas are Fly Fishing Only for the Atlantic salmon, however, at press time the state was considering several options that would allow the taking of salmon by spinning and bait casting tackle. Check the latest regulations when you get your license. Currently, an angler can catch and keep 1 salmon per day by fly fishing. Most fishermen practice catch and release on the rivers, so there are fish present all through the winter.
Fishing licenses are available at Town Clerks's offices in the Town Halls.
They are closed on weekends, so you will have to try some local tackle shops. You have to remember that these are hatchery-raised fish and, although they will hit traditional Atlantic salmon patterns, they will also hit streamers and even saltwater flies like a Lefty's Deceiver. The Mickey Finn and White Ghost are patterns that also produce fish. Many bright, flashy patterns are effective. Later in the winter, darker colors seem to be more productive.