Fishing Directives
As your Fishing Director, I’m excited to introduce you to some of the best fishing opportunities for Rainbow Trout and Chinook Salmon in South-Central Ontario.
🗺️ Authorized Fishing Locations and Seasons
🌊 Pine River:
- Season: Opens the fourth (last) Saturday of April for Rainbow Trout and runs until early June. Salmon fishing begins in late August, with all fishing closing on September 30.
- Authorized Spots: “The Pipes”, “Deer Feeder”, and “Tioga Hole”. Explore the river between “The Pipes” and “Deer Feeder” only. Fishing north of “The Pipes” or south of “Deer Feeder” is prohibited. Respect all posted signs.
🐟 Catawampus Pond:
- Stocked primarily with Rainbow Trout. Open to members after the spring Children’s Fishing Derby.
❌ Restricted Areas:
- Fishing is prohibited in Bear Creek, Mad River, and the Blackdown Cadet Camp area.
🚪 Access and Entry Requirements
Enter the training area via Gate 13 for Pine River and Deer Feeder.
Sign in at Range Control with your membership number, vehicle license plate, and cell phone number.
Obtain a recreation pass (to be displayed on your vehicle dashboard) and a key for gate access. All gates must be locked upon entry and exit.
- Sign out at Range Control and return all issued items when finished.
🚗 Parking:
- Park inside Gate 13 when fishing at “The Pipes” or “Deer Feeder”.
- Park near the trail entrance when fishing at “Tioga Hole”. Ensure your vehicle does not obstruct military training or traffic.
🌱 Conservation Guidelines
Base Borden is a conservation area. Harvest no more than two fish per species per day, even if provincial limits are higher.
⚠️ Other Rules
- Fish Cleaning: Do NOT clean fish at the river. Take the entire fish home for cleaning.
- Coarse Fish: Return any coarse fish caught back to the river. Do NOT dispose of them in the bush.
- Garbage: Pack out ALL your trash and pick up any litter left by others. Use available receptacles.
- Fishing Hours: Sunrise to sunset.
- Reporting: Report any suspected infractions or poaching incidents.
💡 If you need assistance or have any questions, feel free to contact me.
🎣 Tight lines and happy fishing! 🎣
Bill Rittershofer
Fishing Director
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