Illinois' annual free fishing days take place over four days, inviting anglers to get out on the water free of charge.
said. Residents will be able to fish without a license, salmon stamp or an inland trout stamp all weekend long, according to the IDNR.The event coincides with the annual National Go Fishing Day, which is officially set for June 16, according to organizers.
Several area communities will host events in conjunction with Free Fishing Days, including suburban Fox Lake. There, the Father’s Day Fishing Frenzy will take place at Lakefront Park from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday.Elsewhere, Will County’s Hidden Lakes Trout Farm will host three days of giveaways and events.
For those who enjoy their time casting and searching for the perfect catch, fishing licenses are available for purchase through a variety of vendors and retailers,Individuals over the age of 16 can obtain a fishing license for $15, and it remains valid through March 2025. Those under the age of 16 do not need a license, according to officials.
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