Recreational anglers and those new to the pastime can try their hand at freshwater fishing during a statewide challenge and Free Fishing Day, both on Saturday, June 9.
The statewide Free Fishing Day allows anglers of all ages to fish on June 9 without having to buy a license or a trout stamp. Other regulations, including size and daily catch limits, will remain in effect. A second Free Fishing Day is scheduled Oct. 20.
Also on June 9, the city of Trenton is partnering with DEP to host its Youth Fishing Derby from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Stacy Park in Trenton. The free event will be held rain or shine and is open to Trenton youth in grades 2 – 8.
Each child must register in advance to compete in the Trenton derby and be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian. Trenton’s fishing derby includes a 60-minute fishing derby competition with trophies along with fishing instruction and open fishing for youth; interactive displays, equipment and vehicles related to water quality and aquatic habitats; and free food and drinks for children.
For details about the Hooked on Fishing – Not on Drugs Program in New Jersey, visit www.njfishandwildlife.com/hofnodnj.htm
For a comprehensive list of trout fishing information, including directions to more than 300 trout fishing access points, visit www.njfishandwildlife.com/trtinfo.htm
To learn more about Free Fishing Days, visit www.njfishandwildlife.com/ffd.htm
Anglers are urged to respect private landowners who allow fishing on their properties by obeying boundary signs and not littering. Fishing regulations may be found in the Freshwater Fishing Digest at www.njfishandwildlife.com/digfsh.htm
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