Use this directory to reach current primary sources. Relentless Fishing does not reproduce changing regulations or forecasts as permanent facts.
Rules and licenses
- NOAA Fisheries recreational fishing resources — federal regions, permits and rule resources.
- NOAA directory of state recreational fishing websites — starting point for state agencies.
Weather and conditions
- National Weather Service marine forecasts — how to read marine forecast elements and alerts.
- National Weather Service inland boating safety — forecast and storm-planning guidance.
- National Weather Service thunderstorm safety — thunderstorm hazards for boaters.
Boating and charter safety
- U.S. Coast Guard Float Plan — trip and return-plan resource.
- U.S. Coast Guard life-jacket guidance — fit, condition and accessibility guidance.
- U.S. Coast Guard charter boat captain credentials — credential categories and limits.
Responsible fishing
- U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Clean, Drain, Dry — aquatic invasive-species prevention steps.
- U.S. EPA fish and shellfish advisories — starting point for current consumption-advisory sources.
How to use this page
Record the exact source, date checked and result for your trip. If the source does not answer the exact question, mark it UNKNOWN and contact the responsible authority.
This directory is educational. Current official instructions control.