Alabama's Free Fishing Day Set For June 8

MONTGOMERY, AL - The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced that the state's Free Fishing Day will be June 8 this year. Alabamians and visitors alike will have the opportunity to fish for free in most public waters including both freshwater and saltwater.

Free Fishing Day is part of National Fishing and Boating Week, which runs June 1-9. The event allows residents and non-residents to enjoy the outstanding fishing opportunities Alabama has to offer without having to purchase a fishing license.

“Free Fishing Day is the perfect opportunity for non-anglers to test the fishing waters and to remind former anglers of all the fun they’ve been missing,” said Nick Nichols, Fisheries Section Chief for the Alabama Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries. “It’s a great opportunity for kids to learn how fun and exciting fishing is, while giving families a chance to do something together outdoors.”

The fishing license exemption on Free Fishing Day does not affect some lakes and piers that may still require fees and permits. Fishing in a private pond requires the pond owner’s permission.