Two license-free fishing weekends ahead in Florida
TAMPA, Fla. - Although this weekend may not offer the best fishing conditions, anglers here in Florida can take advantage of two license-free fishing weekends this month: June 4-5 for saltwater and June 11-12 for freshwater.
Both Florida residents and visitors can take part in this license-free weekends as long as they follow the normal size and limit restrictions.
"It's a really great opportunity for people new to fishing to get out and try it out," said Michelle Kerr with Florida Fish and Wildlife. "Take a friend out that might not have a license yet but is thinking about getting one."
If you do become interested in getting an annual license for fresh or saltwater fishing, they're $17 for residents and $47 for non-residents.
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For more information on fishing in the Sunshine State, visit MyFWC.com/Fishing.