The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and Wisconsin Conservation Commission have included a question regarding the use of forward-facing sonar on the Spring Hearings Questionnaire. Under question No. 22, titled "Ban live scopes and 360-degree imaging locations in Wisconsin waters", the text reads:
With the ability of these types of units to detect fish, as far as 180 feet from the user, anglers have become more efficient at locating and catching fish. This type of pressure could reduce fish populations, which may lead to reduced bag limits for anglers.
Would you support banning the use of live scopes and similar 360° imaging electronics in all Wisconsin waters?
The item is on page 10 of the questionnaire, which can be accessed by clicking here.
Each of the state's 72 counties will host a hearing to address the questions on April 8. For more about the hearings, click here.
