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June 26-27 is Free Fishing Weekend in New York State
Published: June 24, 2021 at
03:00 p.m.
June 26-27 is Free Fishing Weekend in New York State
Requirement for
Fishing Licenses Waived During Free Fishing Days
Governor Andrew
M. Cuomo has announced that Saturday, June 26 and Sunday, June 27, is
a Free Fishing Weekend in New York State, the second of six Free Fishing
Days recognized across the state each year.
"As the
school year closes out and the summer officially begins, the timing of New
York's upcoming Free Fishing Weekend couldn't be better," Governor
Cuomo said. "Whether you're returning to the angling as an
expert, introducing a friend or family member, or casting a line for the
very first time, Free Fishing Weekend is the perfect opportunity to
experience firsthand all the benefits of fishing."
During designated
free fishing days, New York residents and non-residents are permitted to
fish for free without a fishing license. Participating anglers are reminded
that although the requirement for a fishing license is waived during free
fishing days, all other fishing regulations remain
in effect. Remaining 2021 Free Fishing Days include National Hunting and
Fishing Day (Sept. 25) and Veterans Day (Nov. 11).
Department of
Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos
said, "New York is home to some of the most exceptional fishing
opportunities in the nation and anglers from around the world visit our
state's waters every year in search of their next big catch. I encourage
all anglers, from first timers to experts, to take advantage of the
upcoming free fishing weekend by casting a line in New York's waters and
experiencing the joy that comes with fishing."
For beginning
anglers interested in getting started, the I FISH NY Beginners' Guide
to Freshwater Fishing provides information on everything from
rigging up a fishing rod to identifying catch and understanding fishing regulations. DEC's Places to Fish webpages
are a reliable source of information for those ready to plan their next
fishing trip. In addition, DEC recently launched an interactive Trout
Stream Fishing Map on the DECinfo Locator to
provide a one-stop shop for information on stocking, fishing access, season
dates, and regulations.
To improve public
safety and encourage visitors to State-owned and managed lands to practice
responsible recreation, DEC recently launched the 'Love Our New York Lands'
campaign. The campaign is responsive to the steady increase in the number
of visitors to state lands, both during the COVID-19 pandemic and in the
decade prior, as more and more New Yorkers and visitors from other states
and countries discovered the natural beauty of New York State. For details
and more information, visit the Love Our New York Lands
webpage.
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