Georgia Wildlife Resources Division
2070 U.S. Hwy. 278, SE, Social Circle, GA 30025
Go fishing with family and friends without buying a fishing license during Georgia's 2011 Free Fishing Days
June 2, 2012
June 9, 2012
September 22, 2012
June 2 & June 9 are to celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week
September 22 is National Hunting & Fishing Day (fourth Saturday in September of each year)
Free Fishing Days are declared by the Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources to: encourage people to try fishing and help celebrate fishing as wholesome and healthy recreation; promote respect for our state's natural resources, wilderness, and wildlife; and recognize anglers for their contribution of billions of dollars to the state's economy and financial support for programs to conserve and protect our natural resources.
What happens on a Free Fishing Day?