Do mandatory catch-and-kill orders actually help population control? That's what the Nova Scotia government is banking on, now that it's requiring anglers to kill smallmouths and chain pickerel in certain rivers. Over the last few years, Eastern Canada has grappled with illegally introduced bass taking over historically prized brook trout and salmon waters. (Think the U.S. is immune to the same issue? It’s not. Though it doesn’t get nearly as much media attention, we’ve waged our own war against smallies and pickerel in certain rivers, most notably on the Colorado River below Glen Canyon Dam.) The battles on both sides of the border have largely been fought by scientists and government officials. Recently though, Canadian officials have come up with a new plan that requires recreational anglers to pitch in or pay the price. Tap the link in profile for the full story 🔗⁠ ⁠ #bass #bassfishing #smallmouth #catchandrelease #smallies #canadianfishing #outdoorlife #fishing #conservation...