Posted by Jeff on March 09, 1998 at 12:41:12:
In Reply to: Re: Fishing on St. John posted by andy on February 16, 1998 at 19:29:57:
Andy,
I just got back from St John and had an excellent time, unfortunatly the opportunaties for
shore fishing are somewhat limited compared to some other places I have been. Between all of the snorkelling and hiking, I didn't even have a chance to wet a line.
The regulations state that the park waters are open to fishing with hand-held rods except in Trunk Bay and buoy designated swimming areas. No spear guns allowed.
Anyone I talked to did not think there was any licence required. I only saw two people fishing during my trip. They were fly fishing the flats, probably for bone fish or tarpon.
Saw lots of fish while snorkelling, even a couple of large barracuda in only a few feet of water.
Hope this helps,
Tight lines,
Jeff