License-free fishing days provide an excellent opportunity for those who don't yet have a fishing license to experience fishing, take youth fishing, or for avid anglers to introduce a friend to fishing without having to purchase a license. On these days, the fishing license requirement is waived for all recreational anglers, including both residents and non-residents.
All other rules such as seasons, bag and size limits apply.
License-free freshwater days:
-First consecutive Saturday and Sunday in
April
-Second consecutive Saturday and Sunday in
June
License-free saltwater days:
-First consecutive Saturday and Sunday in
June
-First Saturday in September
-Saturday following Thanksgiving