I wear mine all the time around my neck...with the exception of fishin canals especially when its windy. Im never more than 50 yards from my truck and thankfully the wardens dont mind driving half a mile an hour behind me as I walk to my truck to get it haha. It is annoying, well mine is since it hangs right where I reel and had it hang up on it a lot. I truly think its a good thing to make sure the fisherman is licensed since there are so many people who fish that shouldnt be. People using 8 rods keeping fish well below their limit size, using 4 hooks at a time. I mean come on, a little education goes a long way. I would like it if everyone who wanted a license had to take tests for the fish they fish for....very unrealistic I understand but there are so many people out there who haven't a clue on rules and regulations, or do and just don't follow them.