FISH OHIO RECOGNITION PROGRAM
Walleye and perch caught on our charters may also be eligible for entry into the FISH OHIO RECOGNIGTION PROGRAM. The Fish Ohio program is managed by the The Ohio Division of Wildlife and recognizes anglers for many different qualifying species of fish caught in Ohio each year. Anglers with qualifying fish receive a collectible Fish Ohio lapel pin.
Qualifying Size for Fish taken from Lake Erie and its tributaries
Fish Species | MINIMUM SIZE (LENGTH) |
Freshwater Drum | 24 inches |
Smallmouth Bass | 20 inches |
Walleye | 28 inches |
White Bass | 15 inches |
Yellow Perch | 13 inches |
You must register your qualifying fish by December 31st . Fish can be registered directly at Fish Ohio. Potential state record fish should be kept frozen for verification. Complete program details including deadlines, current records, and qualifying sizes for all Ohio species and waters can be found by visiting the Ohio Division of Wildlife Program page