From purchasing your license online to an application that tells you where the fish are biting, there are a number of online resources and mobile apps that help anglers enhance their fishing experience in Indiana.
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources website is a good place to start. Both resident and out-of-state anglers can purchase their fishing licenses here, and the website has a lot of good resources for fishing in Indiana, including a section on fishing in urban areas and also maps of the top fishing spots in the Hoosier State. If you aren't up to date on Indiana fishing regulations, you can also download a PDF version of the state guide that can be viewed on your smartphone.
There are also some good mobile fishing apps that can be downloaded on smartphones, which can help enhance the angling experience. Here are three to check out.
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1. Fishidy
Fishidy is an app that lets you mark, view, and track the fish you catch on your phone and is free to download.
According to the World Fishing Network, Fishidy ranks as one of its Top 7 mobile fishing apps. "For fetching detailed information on species data, tips and more on waterways across the country and using interactive fishing maps that include contour lines, fishery facts and boat ramps, Fishidy is your best free option," World Fishing Network said.
2. IGFA Mobile
If you're interested in knowing whether you've just set a world record with your catch, you'll want to have the IGFA app downloaded. "You can search IGFA angling World Records, plan your trips, identify and track your catches, find the nearest IGFA Weigh Station and more," World Fishing Network reported.
3. Fishing Calendar
This app is helpful for anglers in Indiana as it shows the best fishing times for your location. It also allows you to track and share your catches on social media. "This app lives up to its name – this advanced prediction calendar shows you the best fishing times for any location to help you increase your chance of a catch," according to World Fishing Network, which also listed the app in its Top 7 best picks.
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