Florida's License-free Freshwater Fishing Weekend is June 8 and 9

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)

Go freshwater fishing this weekend without a license!

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is hosting another license-free freshwater fishing weekend on June 8 and 9.

Freshwater fishing is a fun activity for all ages to enjoy, and there are many great locations across Florida to explore. Florida residents and visitors of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to try recreational fishing on this special weekend and the FWC has helpful resources for new anglers to get started at the links below:

Where to Fish

Fish Management Areas:
myfwc.com/fishing/freshwater/regulations/fish-management-areas

Fishing Piers:
myfwc.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html

Boat Ramps:
gis.myfwc.com/BoatRampFinder

Lakes and Rivers:
myfwc.com/fishing/freshwater/sites-forecasts/lakes-and-rivers

How to Fish

First Time Angler:
myfwc.com/fishing/first-time-angler

What to Bring, Knot Tying, and Other Basics:
myfwc.com/fishing/basics

What Species to Fish For
myfwc.com/fishing/freshwater/fishing-tips

Fishing Sites and Forecasts
myfwc.com/fishing/freshwater/sites-forecasts

Get Involved with Fishing!

Fishing is fun, no matter what you catch! Submit your catches for certificates and enter to win prizes through FWC’s Big Catch program at myfwc.com/fishing/angler-recognition and its TrophyCatch program at trophycatchflorida.com.

Largemouth bass are Florida’s most popular freshwater fish, and if you catch one 8 pounds or heavier, submit it to TrophyCatch. There is a special promotion this season where pink-tagged bass are swimming and worth extra prizes in five waterbodies across the state. Try your luck and you could even win sunglasses just for fishing in these five waters!

All other rules, such as seasons, bag and size limits apply during license-free fishing weekend. For freshwater fishing regulations, visit myfwc.com/fishing/freshwater/regulations.

Keep the fun going all year and buy a recreational freshwater fishing license! To renew or purchase a fishing license, visit GoOutdoorsFlorida.com.