Fishing conservation involves being respectful of the environment, taking care of our natural resources, and being respectful of other anglers. Some of the best practices for fishing conservation include not keeping more fish than you and your family can eat; learning proper catch and release techniques; packing out what you pack in and picking up any litter you see while on the water; knowing the fishing regulations in the state and waterways you plan to fish; avoiding powering through rooted aquatic vegetation; respecting fish and treating them humanely; preventing the transfer of aquatic species or weeds from one water body to another; never contaminating water bodies or shorelines with litter; practicing courtesy toward other anglers and respecting their rights; leaving natural areas as you found them and keeping campsites clean; and supporting fishing regulations and obeying the law.