Florida Fish and Wildlife's License Free Fishing Days

License-free fishing days provide an excellent opportunity for those who don't yet have a fishing license to experience fishing, take youth fishing, or for avid anglers to introduce a friend to fishing without having to purchase a license. On these days, the fishing license requirement is waived for all recreational anglers, including both residents and non-residents. All other rules such as seasons, bag and size limits apply.

License-free freshwater days:
First consecutive Saturday and Sunday in April
Second consecutive Saturday and Sunday in June

License-free saltwater days:
First consecutive Saturday and Sunday in June
First Saturday in September
Saturday following Thanksgiving