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National Fishing & Boating Week
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National Fishing and Boating Week, a national celebration of fishing and boating, takes place the first week of June every year. This year it’s June 1-8, 2014. It highlights the importance of recreational boating and fishing in enhancing people's' quality of life and preserving our country's natural beauty. It also is when most state’s offer their Free Fishing Days.
Why Go Boating and Fishing?
Boating and Fishing are fun, stress-relieving activities. Here are just a few reasons why you should get out on the water:
De-stress: Boating is ranked as one of the top 3 of all stress-relieving activities
Connect with Nature: 90% of Americans live within an hour of navigable water
Help Conserve: The funds from your fishing licenses and boat registrations go towards the conservation of our natural aquatic areas
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Free Fishing Days
During National Fishing and Boating Week, most states offer free fishing days. These are days where anglers are allowed to fish on public bodies of water without a fishing license.
Free fishing days are a perfect opportunity for beginners to try out fishing for the first time. If you already have a fishing license, consider taking a friend or family member who has never been fishing, out on the water for the day.
State's Free Fishing Days
Illinois 6/6/14 - 6/9/14
Indiana 4/19/14, 5/17/14, 6/7/14 - 6/8/14, Indiana residents only
Kansas 6/7/14 and 6/8/14
Kentucky 6/7/14 and 6/8/14
Ohio 5/3/14 - 5/4/14
Tennessee 6/7/14
Mentor or Teach Someone New to Fish
Did you know that one of the main reasons people don’t go fishing or boating, is because no one has invited them? For a newcomer, fishing can feel like an intimidating activity without an experienced guide, but you can help change this. During National Fishing and Boating Week, or the next time you go fishing, take someone new: a child, a relative, a friend.