For example, you have two ponds. In the first pond an average angler catches a bass every half-hour, while in the second pond, an average angler only catches one bass every three hours. Determining the catch rate lets the manager know whether more investigation is necessary. These are all questions that may need to be answered to provide a quality fishing experience for the average angler. And, it is not just gamefish that are important.
Many anglers like to catch panfish, catfish, pickerel, and other species.
That is why all kinds of fish need to be recorded. The angler diary program does not require a lot of effort on the angler's part and you will be helping to ensure that quality fishing continues in West Point's waters. All diaries will be returned to each angler after the information is recorded. DCFA facilities are for eligible personnel only. Active duty and retired military personnel, Air National Guard and Reserve personnel, family members of the above, DOD and retired civilian employees, and cadets are eligible to use DCFA facilities.