Standard courtesy rules for anglers include: Treating fish and the environment with respect, following fishing regulations. Only keeping as many fish as you can eat. Using legal bait. Handling spawning fish with care. Obtaining permission from landowners when fishing on private property. Being mindful of noise levels and avoiding crowding. Giving other anglers space. Anglers should also be mindful of transferring aquatic species or weeds from one waterbody to another and never contaminate waterbodies or shorelines with litter. Lastly, anglers should practice courtesy and respect toward other anglers and share the water with other users.