Fishing season is officially open! Do you have everything you need?

Good news! No matter where you are in the province, fishing is now permitted in your area. As you prepare to gather the essentials for a successful fishing season, Aventure Chasse Pêche, in collaboration with Airmedic, would like to remind you of a few items that are often overlooked. These items are essential to ensuring the success of your trip.

Whether you are a novice or experienced fisherman, don’t deprive yourself of fishing at the risk of encountering unfortunate incidents. Together, we are responsible for our own safety and that of others, and that means preparing before you leave!

For more information, watch the Aventure Chasse et Pêche videos below, produced in partnership with Airmedic.

Essentials for a successful and safe fishing season

Find out about the rules specific to your area

Find out about restrictions, exceptions, and special features specific to your area of activity. Fishing for trout, salmon, pike, or bass each has its own regulations. These vary depending on the fishing area. Therefore, you must know the rules applicable to your area before you go out. Then you’ll have everything you need to come home with your trophy!

Bring your fishing license

Whether you’re fishing alone, with family, or with friends, a license is required. It is not transferable for anglers 18 years of age and older. Find the nearest point of sale or purchase it online and find out which license category is right for you.

Equip yourself with satellite communication

Several companies, such as SKNA, offer satellite telecommunication solutions. These technologies ensure that you can be reached at all times. You will also be able to communicate your exact GPS location in case of an emergency.

Keep your Airmedic card with you at all times

Whether you are fishing in a remote area or near an urban center, always keep your Airmedic card with you. Many serious accidents require air transport, rather than ground transport, for medical reasons. So don’t wait until you go fishing in a remote area to need Airmedic’s services. An illness or head injury resulting from a fall in the boat can happen quickly, regardless of your location.

Wear your life jacket

Falling overboard is one of the most serious dangers during a day of fishing. This applies to all anglers. Fortunately, modern life jackets are now available that are self-inflating, lightweight, and non-bulky. Wearing a life jacket at all times is one of the first steps you can take to ensure your safety.

Choose an Airmedic member outfitter

Fishing at an Airmedic member outfitter means choosing peace of mind. Many outfitters in Quebec are committed to the safety of their customers. That’s why they offer Airmedic coverage to their visitors. Among them are: Pourvoirie Monts-Valin du Archer, Pourvoirie Itouk, Pourvoirie du Lac Laflamme, and Pourvoirie Québec Nature. These outfitters are located in Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean. When staying at one of these outfitters, native brook trout enthusiasts are covered by Airmedic. The company has a base nearby in Saint-Honoré.

If you are looking for a place to fish this summer, choose an Airmedic member outfitter. That way, you can enjoy your favorite activity with peace of mind. In addition, we recommend that you ask the owners to identify the following as soon as you arrive:

• possible landing sites,

• as well as your precise geographical coordinates.

You’ll be prepared in case of an emergency.

Airmedic: a gift for yourself… and for others

Airmedic is a gift to give yourself, but also to give to others. By offering Airmedic coverage to their customers, these outfitters allow them to focus on the pleasures of fishing.

Do you have everything you need to kick off the 2022 fishing season?