Muskellunge, Northern Pike, Grass Pickerel, Chain Pickerel

PURPOSE: This rule establishes seasons, methods and limits for taking muskellunge, northern pike, grass pickerel and chain pickerel. (1) Daily Limit: One (1) muskellunge or one (1) northern pike, and six (6) grass pickerel and chain pickerel in the aggregate. (2) Methods: Pole and line, trotline, throwline, limb line, bank line or jug line. (3) Seasons: Throughout the year. (4) Length Limits: All muskellunge less than thirty-six inches (36") in total length must be returned to the water unharmed immediately after being caught. AUTHORITY: sections 40 and 45 of Art. IV, Mo. Const. Original rule filed June 13, 1994, effective Jan. 1, 1995. Amended: Filed May 30, 1995, effective Jan. 1, 1996. Amended: Filed Oct. 2, 2006, effective Feb. 28, 2007.