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I was bout renewal my fishing license. When I noticed a new code 024 Res Striper Bass $21. Anyone know anything bout this or did I miss the post already. Thanks for any info. I posted a pic of the page.

Wow, that must be new. I did a quick Google search and couldn't find a description or even a mention of it. I wonder if it's like the Trout Stamp where in order to harvest Striped Bass you have to buy this license.

On TWRA website with descriptions of fishing and hunting licenses that one isn't mentioned but when purchasing online, it shows up but with no description other than "Res Striped Bass License Supplimental". I planned to call them today to ask about the Sportsman license and I'll ask about this.

The striper fishing add on is 21 more dollars. Waiting to hear what the tell you Jimmy.

I'm not certain, and don't quote me on this as I'm not a representative of TWRA, or any policing, or regulating authority. But I would say this would be like a trout stamp, and that if you are targeting this fish then you would need the stamp, not only harvesting.

I wouldn't be surprised to see a stamp needed for each stocked fish in the future.

That's why you get the sportsman, then you don't need to worry anything about any supplemental anything


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But they stock almost every species of fish. I don't think the population of fishermen would like to have to buy supplemental licenses for:

Catfish
Crappie
Walleye
Hybrids
Striped Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Spotted Bass

That would get a bit ridiculous...

As funding gets cut for hatcheries, I would guess this to be the same. Will definitely groan a little more paying out for a license this year but it's worth it.

If I know I can put it to use, I get the sportsman. I did not get it the last two years, fist because my son was born in November of 2013 and I knew I would not get to hunt. Last year I only hunted opening weekend of bow because I was working 2 jobs. I will probably get one this year. If we go with the stocked fish theory, doesn't TWRA stock most species in lakes?

Most of those minus Hybrids/Striped Bass are just supplemental stockings to natural reproduction not stockings that the fishery as a whole relies on.

Trout, Hybrids and Stripers wouldn't be there in time if stocking stopped.

Good point. Yea that might be what it is. Hope the Sportsman license covers it!

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Ok I called TWRA. It's just like the trout stamp however it doesn't go into effect until July 1st. Until then you're free to fish for them and harvest them without that supplemental stamp. I'm waiting on a call back to see if the Sportsman license covers it. It most likely does.

Now lets dive a little deeper....

How about a handshake agreement between TVA and TWRA about the "barrier" staying put. TVA gets it closed off which I am sure would please them since the grounds are off limits. TWRA gets to patrol there during prime times for the stamp holders forcing either fines or people to purchase it.

I love a good conspiracy.

ps..I know why and where in July they are starting to enforce it. ;)

Can't blame them on capitalizing in an area where people would obviously come for the experience. No one is coming to TN to chase our hot warmouth bite.

And notice I said I'm waiting on a call back. It's almost impossible that TWRA will actually call you back so I'll probably have to ask on their FB page to get an answer. I think it's likely this is covered with the Sportsman license which I plan to get this year anyway.

Exactly, they also stock Sauger, Florida Largemouth, Paddlefish, Blue Catfish, Black Nose Crappie, Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Bluegill, Redear, Hybrid Bass, and many other species. Next time you're at Bass Pro Shops or somewhere where they carry the Sportsman's Connection maps pick one up and take a look. They are going to want monies for each particular species, and licenses will keep going up. One of these days fishing will be something of the past, and only the wealthy will be able to enjoy. Get your Lifetime license, get your kids Lifetime licenses, get your nephews and nieces Lifetime licenses. Enjoy every moment outdoors like it could be your last, be happy.