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Alberta Beginners Fishing Guide\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

I love fishing. I was introduced to fishing before I could even walk. It’s a part of my life, part of who I am, and fishing in Alberta is such a treat! The pristine mountain reservoirs, lakes, rivers, inlets, ponds and streams are as challenging as they are beautiful. The expansive prairie lakes are full of Trout and Pike just waiting for a fight. Fishing is an exciting hobby and it takes skill just like anything else, and the more you do it the more you’ll love it. Hopefully! If you’re new to fishing, or fishing in Alberta, this guide will answer any questions you may have about getting started and getting out there. Fishing is great hobby for people of any age, perhaps just excluding infants and centurions. You get exercise, sunshine, fresh air, plus there’s fishing!<\/p>\n

This guide includes a list of what you’ll need to get started fishing in Alberta, including adequate licensing, fishing rod, reel and tackle suggestions, plus some suggestions on places to go fishing for adults and for children. This guide does not cover how many fish you can catch at any specific lake or river. The Alberta Fishing Regulations<\/a> change each year, and you should always be checking the official regulations every time you head out fishing anyway.<\/p>\n

You probably know someone already obsessed with fishing, send them a DM! I bet they’d be happy to show you the ropes, answer any questions, or take you out on the lake somewhere.<\/p>\n

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Getting Started<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Fishing is a great hobby for all ages, so long as you can cast a rod. Super relaxing, often challenging, very rewarding, and it doesn’t cost much money to get started. The fishing season in Alberta runs from April 1st until March 31st each year, and you can buy a license at any time during the season. Once you’re licensed, you’ll need some gear and a few supplies. See the list below for the basic info and suggestions on how you can begin your new career as a world class angler! \ud83c\udfa3<\/p>\n

Estimated cost to get started fishing in Alberta: $60 – $100<\/p>\n

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Buy A WIN Card<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A WIN (Wildlife Identification Number) card is your ‘account’ with the Alberta Government which you purchase and apply seasonal licenses to. The term ‘WIN card’ refers to a physical plastic card they used mail out, which were only good for 5 years before having to be renewed. In 2020 the Alberta Government moved to an online system, so WIN cards are no longer mailed out. The cost is $8 and you no longer need to renew it<\/span>. The $8 is now a one-time fee<\/span>. If you prefer, you can request a physical card be mailed out at a cost of a few dollars.<\/p>\n