Since 2006, PUB, the national water agency, has been opening up
reservoirs for recreational activities such as boating and fishing.
This is in line with our efforts to bring people closer to water as
part of the Active, Beautiful, Clean Waters (ABC Waters) programme.
By encouraging people to enjoy water, it is hoped that they will
value it and play a part in protecting this precious resource and
keeping it clean.
PUB has built fishing jetties and designated fishing grounds for
public use while taking into consideration the importance of public
safety, water quality, reservoir operations and maintenance as well
as other water activities. PUB therefore encourages the public to
adopt good fishing etiquette such as the use of artificial baits,
maintaining a clear distance when casting fishing lines and
practising 'catch and release' at the reservoirs.
PUB takes stern action against illegal fishing and the use of
live bait, which are prohibited under the regulations. Illegal
fishing offences are compoundable and court action will be taken
against repeat offenders. PUB officers will continue to carry out
daily patrols at the reservoirs and take enforcement actions
against illegal fishing. We have identified the hot spots frequent
by illegal anglers and will continue to conduct more spot checks at
these areas on a regular basis.
In addition, to create public awareness and educate the public
on fishing activities, PUB is working with the Sports Fishing
Association (Singapore) and the Gamefish & Aquatic
Rehabilitation Society to hold workshops to share good fishing
etiquette like sports fishing with artificial baits, practising
'clean up after fishing' and 'catch and release' habits. PUB
welcomes members of the public who share the same vision of
promoting recreational fishing to volunteer their services with the
two organisations.
We are aware of the proximity of the kayaking zone to the
fishing area at MacRitchie Reservoir. Kayakers are briefed on the
safety rules and reminded to stay away from the fishing ground.
Tan Nguan Sen
Director, Catchment and Waterways
PUB