The May long weekend marks the start of the fishing season in Northwestern Ontario. Conservation Officer Ross Johnston says you can expect to see them out on area lakes and roadways. They'll be checking to see that boats have the proper amount of floatation devices as well as fishing regulations are being observed. Johnston adds it's illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol.Thursday, May 19, 2011
Fishing season starts this weekend
The May long weekend marks the start of the fishing season in Northwestern Ontario. Conservation Officer Ross Johnston says you can expect to see them out on area lakes and roadways. They'll be checking to see that boats have the proper amount of floatation devices as well as fishing regulations are being observed. Johnston adds it's illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol.