The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites organizations across Wisconsin to host free public fishing events on summer Free Fishing Weekend, June 1-2, 2024.
Organizations planning an event can borrow basic gear from one of 60 tackle loaner sites around the state. The DNR encourages organizations to consider a state park as a site for a free fishing event.
During Free Fishing Weekend, most Wisconsin waters are included. All fishing regulations, including size and bag limits and species restrictions, will be enforced. This includes Wisconsin’s side of the Great Lakes and Mississippi River.
Organizations are invited to register their events with the DNR for additional public promotion. After registering, organizations can request materials to hand out at their events, such as fishing regulations, fish wildcards, and posters.
The deadline to register for events is May 22. Registration and other event information, including fishing regulations and tackle loaner sites, can be found at dnr.wisconsin.gov.
