Mark your calendars for this year's free fishing days.

• June 28-29
• September 27 (National Hunting and Fishing Day)
• November 11 (Veterans Day)

On these days anyone can freshwater fish in New York without a fishing license, so it's the perfect opportunity to introduce fishing to a friend or family member.

There are also Free Fishing Clinics throughout the year. In addition to casting a rod and catching fish, participants can learn about fish identification, fishing equipment and techniques, fisheries management, angling ethics, aquatic ecology, and more!

Article and Photo Credit the New York State DEC Weekly Digest Bulletin