April 1 is opening day for open water fishing in the state of Maine. Due to the mild winter, ice out came early so there’s open water in most parts of the state and lots of places to go. I encourage you to follow the link on our website to the Dept. of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife website. It contains all the information you need on bag limits and a link to purchase your license on line. The rules and limits are confusing, however, they are necessary to protect the fish and the waterways. Even though the winter was mild, the water temperatures are cold and it’s moving fast, be very careful, and if you’re fishing from a boat, ALWAYS wear a life jacket