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GET A TASTE OF OHIO’S GREAT FISHING DURING FREE FISHING DAYS
MAY 3 AND 4

Why is Ohio considered one of the best fishing destinations in the Midwest? Find out for yourself by taking advantage of Free Fishing Days on May 3 and 4. During these two days only, Ohioans may fish in any of the state’s public waters without having to purchase a fishing license.

At all other times of the year, anglers older than 16 years of age are required to have a valid fishing license. An annual resident fishing license costs $15. People aged 66 and older can obtain a free fishing license at any license vendor. A one-day fishing license is also available for $7, and that amount can later be redeemed for credit toward purchase of an annual fishing license.

Ohio’s Free Fishing Days allows Ohioans to experience Ohio’s great fishing before buying a license. The offer is open to Ohio residents, and extends to all public waters, including Lake Erie and the Ohio River.

Great fishing exists across the state, with Ohio anglers enjoying a wide range of fishing opportunities. Lake Erie’s renown for its walleye, smallmouth bass and yellow perch fishing, while the Ohio River is plentiful with striped bass and other popular game fish. Thousands of miles of Ohio streams and lakes are also teeming with smallmouth bass, muskie, catfish, crappie and bluegill.