Fishing regulations in Nova Scotia, Canada

Season
The open season coincides with an open season for a sportfish: salmon, trout, or smallmouth bass
Bag limit
25
Vessel limit
-
Trophy limits
-
Max size
-
Min size
No
Measurement
-
Prohibited methods
-

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Popular spots in Nova Scotia, Canada

Bell Lakes

Sydney, Nova Scotia, CA

Coles Gully

Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA

The Sluice

Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA

The Basin

Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA

Horse Creek

Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA

Kenny Cove

Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA

Briar Brook

New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, CA

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