Michigan Free Fishing Day!
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When:
February 16, 2019 – February 17, 2019 all-day
2019-02-16T00:00:00-05:00
2019-02-18T00:00:00-05:00
- Two days twice a year, families and friends can enjoy one of Michigan’s premiere outdoor activities, Michigan Fishing, for FREE!The 2019 Free Fishing Weekends are scheduled for this winter: February 16 & 17 and this summer: June 8 & 9.
All fishing license fees will be waived for two days. A Recreation Passport will NOT be required for entry into state parks and recreation areas during Free Fishing Weekend. Residents and out-of-state visitors may enjoy fishing on both inland and Great Lakes’ waters for all species of fish. All fishing regulations will still apply.
During the Summer Free Fishing Weekend it is also Free ORV Weekend!
Many locations around the state hold fun events during the weekend. Check back for events happening in 2019!
EVENT REGISTRATION
- Register your 2018 Summer Free Fishing Weekend event!Registration for 2019 Winter Free Fishing Weekend events will open in December. Registrations are accepted for public events only.
PLANNING
- Free Fishing Weekend Event Media/Promotion e-ToolkitAlready have a Free Fishing Weekend event planned? Feel free to use these materials as you promote your event.
- Free Fishing Weekend Event Planning e-ToolkitThinking about coordinating a Free Fishing Weekend event? Feel free to use these materials as you start planning.