Troutski
It is not required but very necessary in my opinion
Don't forget you need a new hat, it is a must. Get a boat - get a hat, it will be your lucky hat that's for sure.
Chuck
I've got most of the gear already. I'm going out tuesday...
good luck out there, bro. have a great time and catch some feesh.
All very good points. Check this out i just read the fish forecast i subscribe to. "Expect to pay more for fishing licenses and tags next year. A new two-rod angling license will be an option for lakes and reservoirs at a cost of $15. Boats 10 feet or longer must buy a permit for $5." sounds like a nice addition to the rules. I hate fishing by myself since it means only one set of gear behind the boat and its had to get my girlfriend to come out on the boat and use her fishing license to my advantage.