The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is launching a photo contest for the 2014 Connecticut Angler’s Guide. As you know, the Angler’s Guide is the bible of Connecticut fisheries rules and regulations and is seen by thousands of anglers across the region and beyond.
Both the Inland and Marine Fisheries divisions are looking for your high resolution digital photographs of that “big catch” in 2013. Great photo opportunities include a child’s first catch, opening day festivities, your new personal-best or anything else fishing related. Photographs should be emailed to [email protected]. While you are at it, be sure to send a copy to The Fisherman Magazine at [email protected] for double coverage!
Directly from the Connecticut DEEP:
Submitted photos must be outdoor scenes that include one or more people fishing or displaying their catch. Images should be in sharp focus and have good color contrast. Those of sufficient quality and resolution will be considered for the grand prize, being featured on the cover of the 2014 Connecticut Angler’s Guide. Contest information and submittal forms can be found online at www.ct.gov/deep/fishing.
“We have a wide range of excellent fishing opportunities here in Connecticut,” said Bill Hyatt, chief of DEEP’s Bureau of Natural Resources. “We hope that through this contest, we’ll receive a diverse collection of digital photographs that capture the true essence and broad scope of Connecticut’s fisheries resources.”
There are several dates coming up this spring that are guaranteed to provide numerous photo taking opportunities. Opening Day of trout season is April 20th. “Not only is Opening Day the busiest fishing day of the year, it’s also a tradition for many families to get together for a day of fishing and enjoying the outdoors,” said Hyatt.
Also coming up this spring is “Free Fishing Day” on May 11, when anyone can fish without needing a fishing license. This is a great opportunity for anglers to introduce others to the experience of fishing, and DEEP and a number of fishing organizations will be running events that day.
In addition to possible use in the Connecticut Angler’s Guide, submitted photos, with credit to the photographer, may be used by CT DEEP for display on a variety of fisheries outreach materials including press releases, web pages, Facebook, educational materials and other publications.
For additional information contact Mike Beauchene at 860-424-4185 or email [email protected].
