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Post by morrison on Sept 13, 2022 10:22:16 GMT -5
Equipment breaking down is part of the normal agricultural process. Our officers have a lot of discretion in these circumstances. Without something more, it would be difficult to categorize this as baiting.
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Post by morrison on Sept 9, 2022 7:32:05 GMT -5
A person who is legally blind is exempt from needing a fishing license. I have posted the Indiana Code below.
IC 14-22-11-8 Fishing license and trout - salmon stamp requirements; exceptions
Sec. 8. (a) This section does not apply to the following:
(1) A person who is:
(A) a resident of Indiana; and
(B) an individual born before April 1, 1943.
(2) A person who is less than eighteen (18) years of age.
(3) A person who is legally blind.
(4) A person who is a resident patient of a state mental institution.
(5) A person who is:
(A) a resident of a health facility (as defined in IC 16-18-2-167) licensed in Indiana; and
(B) taking part in a supervised activity of the health facility.
(6) A person who:
(A) is a resident of Indiana; and
(B) has a developmental disability (as defined by IC 12-7-2-61).
(7) A person whose only participation in fishing is to assist an individual described in subdivision (3), (4), (5), or (6).
(8) A resident of Indiana who fishes during a free sport fishing day designated under IC 14-22-18.
(b) Every person must have a fishing license in the person's possession when fishing in:
(1) waters containing state owned fish;
(2) waters of the state; or
(3) boundary waters of the state.
(c) Every person must have a valid electronically generated trout-salmon stamp in the person's possession to legally fish for or take trout or salmon in:
(1) waters containing state owned fish;
(2) waters of the state; or
(3) boundary waters of the state.
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Post by morrison on Aug 22, 2022 10:31:12 GMT -5
The Division of Fish and Wildlife and the Division of Forestry both have programs that can assist a property owner. However, it may be limited based on the use of the land. I would recommend contacting the Division of Fish and Wildlife or the Division of Forestry as they would be more familiar with the various programs. The Division of Fish & Wildlife can be contacted via e-mail at dfw@dnr.IN.gov. Division staff strive to answer questions within three business days. The Division of Forestry can be contacted at www.in.gov/dnr/forestry/about-us/questioncomments/
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Post by morrison on Aug 16, 2022 10:57:04 GMT -5
Upon speaking with a biologist, I was informed that the "snails" were most likely a parasite. While a parasite is typically found in the meat, an increase in temperature may result in the parasite coming to the surface of the skin. A fish that is under stress is more likely to have parasites than a truly healthy fish. The frequency of the parasite in several fish would be utilized to address something (water contaminates,etc.) is causing the fish in the area to have higher levels of stress resulting in them being prone to parasites.
In the future, photos would be great but the actual fish would be better. Information pertaining to the number of fish in the area having the parasites would be important and assist in evaluating the circumstances.
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Post by morrison on Aug 15, 2022 9:50:12 GMT -5
The regulations for dog trainings does not pertain to the use of pigeons.
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Post by morrison on Aug 5, 2022 9:28:42 GMT -5
Applicants for a state park hunt are required to have a valid deer hunting license. The Hunter Education requirement applies to the purchase of the license. The link to the Emergency Rule is www.in.gov/nrc/files/22184e.pdf
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Post by morrison on Aug 4, 2022 22:35:46 GMT -5
When building a fire, there is typically not a restriction from the body of water. However, each property has regulations on where an individual may have a fire. Most DNR properties limit fires to campsites or areas specifically designated for fires. The regulations for Hoosier National Forest would provide guidance on having fires on their property.
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Post by morrison on Aug 4, 2022 22:30:08 GMT -5
An individual can catch and keep catfish as long as they follow the fishing regulations. Legally obtained fish may not be sold, bartered, or traded. However, the regulations do not prohibit a person from releasing them in a private pond.
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Post by morrison on Jul 24, 2022 15:46:04 GMT -5
The Excalibur Twin Force meets the definition of "crossbow" stated in the Indiana Administrative Code. I have posted the IAC below.
312 IAC 9-1-5.3 "Crossbow" defined Authority: IC 14-10-2-4; IC 14-22-2-6 Affected: IC 14-22 Sec. 5.3. "Crossbow" means a device for propelling an arrow by means of limbs mounted on a stock and a string and having a working safety that may be drawn, held, and released by a mechanical device and has the following: (1) At least one hundred twenty-five (125) pounds pull. (2) A mechanical safety.
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Post by morrison on Jul 18, 2022 15:44:49 GMT -5
per licensed person.
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Post by morrison on Jul 18, 2022 15:42:25 GMT -5
If the license is valid when it was purchased, it is valid until it expires. If you purchased him a youth license while he was seventeen, it will remain valid until the following March 31, even if he turns 18 during that time period.
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Post by morrison on Jun 20, 2022 14:24:37 GMT -5
When I spoke with Markita Shepherdson, with the Division of Water, she stated the link was correct. However, she said you could reach out to her with any additional questions. Her email address is mshepherdson@dnr.in.gov.
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Post by morrison on Jun 20, 2022 13:20:04 GMT -5
The Indiana Administrative Code limits what an individual may harvest on state property. The limits do not allow for the harvesting of wild rice. However, to harvest wild rice on private property would require permission from the landowner.
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Post by morrison on Jun 14, 2022 10:48:19 GMT -5
It is illegal, if the gift of fish is to stock "a private lake for which customers pay for the opportunity to fish."
If an entry fee, lease, or any other type of payment is made to allow you to fish the pond, the gift of fish to stock such a pond would be illegal.
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Post by morrison on Jun 10, 2022 11:46:23 GMT -5
The "driving lights" cannot interfere with the visibility of the navigation lights by other boaters. The red, green, and stern light are required to be visible to other boaters.
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Post by morrison on May 5, 2022 12:50:30 GMT -5
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Post by morrison on May 2, 2022 13:41:59 GMT -5
Upon the deer or turkey being checked in, the confirmation number must be recorded. The confirmation number is utilized to confirm the information that would have been recorded on a temporary transportation tag. The temporary transportation tag must be completed immediately upon taking the deer or turkey according to the Indiana Administrative Code. The confirmation number provided by the electronic harvesting system, when recorded, replaces the need for the transportation tag.
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Post by morrison on May 2, 2022 13:28:20 GMT -5
Aerators placed on public waters is addressed under Indiana Administrative Code under 312 IAC 11. The administrative code allows for the placement of aerators from March to October with certain requirements. To place an aerator at any other time of year will require a permit as outlined in 312 IAC 11. I have posted the Indiana Administrative Code Below.
312 IAC 11-2-1.5 "Aerator" defined Authority: IC 14-10-2-4; IC 14-15-7-3; IC 14-26-2-23 Affected: IC 14-8; IC 14-15; IC 14-26-2 Sec. 1.5. "Aerator" means a mechanical device placed within a public freshwater lake that is used to accomplish any of the following: (1) Increase the amount of dissolved oxygen in the water. (2) Increase the decomposition of organic materials. (3) Alter water flow or circulation. (4) Reduce icing. (5) Enhance audio or visual enjoyment by bubbling or spraying water.
312 IAC 11-3-1.2 General licenses for aerators Authority: IC 14-10-2-4; IC 14-15-7-3; IC 14-26-2-23 Affected: IC 14-15; IC 14-26-2 Sec. 1.2. (a) This section establishes terms for a general license to place and maintain an aerator. (b) A person who acts under this section is not required to complete an application or to obtain a written license from the department under IC 14-26-2 and this rule. A person who wishes to place or maintain an aerator, which does not qualify under this section, must obtain a written license in advance of placement. (c) To qualify for the general license, a person must satisfy each of the following requirements: (1) Limit operation of the aerator to March through October. (2) For March, post and maintain a sign at the site of the aerator that does each of the following: (A) States "beware thin ice" in black lettering clearly visible to an approaching person. (B) Includes a standard illustration in black for thin ice, upon a reflective yellow background, within a black triangle. (C) Substantially conforms to the following illustration: (3) Limit the effects of the aerator to a distance that does not: (A) exceed one hundred fifty (150) feet from the shoreline or water line of the public freshwater lake; or (B) extend beyond the boundaries of the person's riparian zone. (4) Operate the aerator to accomplish both of the following: (A) Minimize the disturbance of bottom sediments. (B) Not diminish water clarity. (5) Operate the aerator so it does not unduly infringe on the recreational usage of the lake by adjacent landowners or the public. (6) Operate the aerator so that it does not remove more than six hundred twenty-five (625) square feet of aquatic vegetation. (7) Cause the aerator to be the following: (A) Readily inoperable or removable. (B) Secure from movement caused by water currents, wind, or similar factors.
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Post by morrison on May 2, 2022 13:02:38 GMT -5
The Indiana Administrative Code defines "greens" as the above ground shoots or leaves of asparagus, dandelion, mustard, plantain, and poke. I have posted the administrative code below.
312 IAC 8-1.5-10 "Greens" defined Authority: IC 14-10-2-4; IC 14-11-2-1 Affected: IC 14 Sec. 10. "Greens" means the above ground shoots or leaves of the following: (1) Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis). (2) Dandelion (Asteraceae). (3) Mustard (Brassicaceae). (4) Plantain (Plantaginaceae). (5) Poke (Phytolaccaceae).
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Post by morrison on Apr 27, 2022 9:23:27 GMT -5
The regulations require the transportation tag to be attached to the turkey prior to transport. However, the transportation tag is only required until the turkey is checked in through the electronic program. I would recommend checking the turkey in immediately upon taking the turkey if having a temporary transportation tag is an issue.
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