Being a responsible user of the Maine outdoors means staying informed of , and complying with , the current laws and rules .
LAWS OF THE MAINE OUTDOORS - DIGITAL
LAWS OF THE MAINE OUTDOORS
Being a responsible user of the Maine outdoors means staying informed of , and complying with , the current laws and rules .
This book , published by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife ( MDIFW ), is designed to help you quickly find and understand the fishing laws and rules that apply to you . We ’ ve also included handy tips to make your Maine fishing experience a memorable one . And in the back , you ’ ll find MDIFW contact info , including regional game warden communication centers .
Our popular summary guides make it easy to find and follow the laws and rules that apply to you , no matter what outdoor activity you ’ re interested in . And now , our NEW digital formats allow you to quickly check a technical rule , look up best practices and more — from anywhere , anytime .
WHY DIGITAL LAW BOOKS ? In 2016 , we printed over 700,000 law books . That ’ s a lot of paper and a lot of money diverted from Maine ’ s fish and wildlife .
With 77 % of the U . S . population using smartphones in 2017 , our agency ’ s mission clearly directed us to make a shift . And while we are still printing some books ( available at license agent locations ), we ’ re asking you to do your part and make use of the convenient and responsible digital options .
As a bonus , the digital options are searchable and always on hand , as long as you have your mobile device . If you always keep it on you ( and charged ) to take photos or use the GPS , this is a no-brainer .