 Hello, I'm Sally Stockwell, Director of Conservation at Maine Audubon. Did you know that Maine is the last true stronghold in the East for wild brook trout and the only state in the continental U.S. with wild populations of Arctic char and Atlantic salmon? You can help protect Maine's native fish by following a few simple steps while you're out fishing this season. First, make sure you're following the most up-to-date fishing rules for wherever you're going. Second, leave your live baitfish at home before heading out to fish in most of the north zone or in designated heritage fish waters in the south zone. Third, handle fish with care, keep the fish wet and hold the fish gently in the water to revive it before releasing it. Finally, remember this, certain sizes and weights of lead tackle are not allowed in Maine as lead tackle is one of the leading causes of death for adult loons. Visit fishleadfree.org for more information. Let's keep fishing in Maine great for everyone, including the fish.