2 Florida License-Free Fishing Weekends In June 2020

ST. PETERSBURG, FL —Floridians can take advantage of the annual license-free saltwater fishing weekend that takes place every June.

This is the time for people who have never tried fishing to see if this is an activity they find enjoyment from.

“People are getting outdoors now more than ever,” said Eric Sutton, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission executive director, in a news release. “Why not participate in or introduce someone new to the lifetime activity of fishing. We encourage anglers to get out on the water and discover why Florida is the fishing capital of the world.”

The license-free saltwater fishing weekend is June 6 and 7, and license-free freshwater fishing weekend is June 13 and 14. A fishing license is not required during these weekends for Florida residents or visitors.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation shared safety tips for anyone taking advantage of fishing on these weekends:

• Before heading out to enjoy your time fishing, remember to stay safe by checking your local weather forecast, especially during this storm season.
• Boat safely by always wearing your life jacket, paying attention and maintaining 360-degree awareness while operating a boat. For more boating safety tips, visit MyFWC.com/Boating.
• And when you’re heading out, be sure to keep yourself and others safe by practicing social distancing, learn more at https://bit.ly/2wwuJ2d.

These free fishing weekends are a part of the eight license-free fishing days the Florida Wildlife Conservation offers each year. All bag limits, closed areas and size restrictions apply on these dates.

Learn more about license-free fishing days at MyFWC.com/License. For fishing tips visit MyFWC.com/Fishing.