>>15182304. Underwater spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs
a. Underwater spearfishing, archery, slingbows and gigs may be used statewide for the taking of carp and northern pike, except as otherwise prohibited by these regulations or land management agencies. East of the Continental Divide, gizzard shad, and white or long-nose suckers may also be taken, unless otherwise prohibited in regulation #108. Other game fish species may only be taken when authorized in regulation #108 for a specific water.
b. The following additional restrictions apply to underwater spearfishing:
1. CO2 guns or cartridge-powered spears are prohibited.
2. Guns must be loaded and unloaded while the gun is submerged.
3. Divers must stay within a radius of 100 feet of a float bearing the National Divers’ Symbol.
4. Spears must be attached by a safety line.
