Free fishing day in Ohio 2018

In a matter of days, you’ll be able to cast a line and catch the big one free of charge.

This weekend’s Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ Ohio’s Free Fishing Days are open to all Ohio residents and include all of the public waters, including Lake Erie and the Ohio River.

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This weekend, May 5-6, will be the only weekend of the year that the state does not require those 16 years old or older to fish without a fishing license.

A fishing licenses are $19 for a year and will be required all other days to take fish, frogs or turtles from Ohio waters.

Ohio State Parks is also offering a camping discount during Ohio’s Free Fishing Days. Campers can receive a 20 percent off discount May 4-6 by using the promotion code 18ANGLER on new reservations only.

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More info: Ohio Department of Natural Resources

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