They are an important fish for the recreational fishing in California.
Commercial and recreational fishing still play an important role in the local economy.
Recreational fishing is very popular with citizens of the community.
A 2007 study put the economic value of recreational fishing at approximately $300 million per year.
Both the lake and the creek are used by the community for recreational fishing.
The lake is open for recreational fishing on a year round basis.
Tourism and recreational fishing have always been of major importance in the area.
Although recreational fishing is an industry here too, the battle has been uneven.
The reefs' value for commercial and recreational fishing is nearly $200 million a year.
Within a few years, the restrictions expanded to include recreational fishing.
Sport fishing is also an important part of the area's industry.
Sport fishing for the species takes place in the rivers themselves.
The river is now used for mainly sports fishing and sight seeing.
Commercial, subsistence and sport fishing are important in the area.
Sport fishing was also popular but restricted to major hill areas.
The islands are best known for their excellent sport fishing.
Sport fishing is the main attraction for many of the visitors.
It is used for swimming, water sports, fishing and other recreational activities.
The value of sport fishing to the province is also a consideration.
Most of the sport fishing occurs offshore, about five miles out.