May 24, 2013

I Released a Lunker Award

November 9, 2012 By

Catching and releasing big trout takes skill and dedication. That’s why the Conservation Department’s “I Released a Lunker” program recognizes anglers who release big trout to fight another day.

Here’s how to earn a patch:

  • Catch a trout by legal methods that is at least 18 inches long.
  • Release it in the presence of a witness (a photo really helps).
  • Do it between March 1 and Oct. 31 in the trout parks located at Bennett Spring State Park, Montauk State Park, Roaring River State Park and The James Foundation’s Maramec Spring Park.
  • Find a Missouri Department of Conservation staff person at the fish hatchery located at the trout park and ask for an “I Released a Lunker” program application.
  • Once you and your witness have signed the application, the MDC staff person will present your patch.

Win the Grand Slam patch!

Why be satisfied with releasing lunkers at just one of Missouri’s trout parks? Catch and release a lunker at all four parks and win the Grand Slam patch. Arrange the four individual patches around the colorful Grand Slam patch, and show the world you’re serious about fishing Missouri’s trout parks and releasing lunker trout for other anglers to enjoy.

Key Messages:

Conservation makes Missouri a great place to hunt and fish.

I Released A Lunker

Download the “I Released a Lunker” program requirements and application form.
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Wading Shoe Sole Regulation Change

February 13, 2012 By

CLEAT SOLE WADING SHOES IN STOCK AT LARRY’S !!      We are still having several customers come in that haven’t heard about the felt sole ban that went into effect March 1, 2012.  Effective March 1, 2012  you will be unable to wear porous sole (felt sole) shoes in the park anymore..  You can treat your wading shoes with contact cement as they show you on the Department of Conservation website.  This process will make the shoes legal in cold water in the state of Missouri  Follow the youtube link to view application instructions.. We have also had several people that are reporting using the flexible bed liner product as a covering.   Spread it on with a putty knife, let it soak in and reapply.  This will usually take three coats.

If you wear untreated felt soles, expect to receive a warning the first time and a ticket the second time you are checked in 2013.  If you are looking to purchase new boots, you need to look at cleated or a vibram sole that are nonporous.   You should know that even if you treat your felt soles in 2013, you will occasionally have to retreat your wading shoes.  If you have questions about what and what isn’t acceptable, give us a call at 417 532 8678. Ask for Kelly, Ed or Brian

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