National Go Fishing Day
Celebrate National Go Fishing Day
Each year on June 18, National Go Fishing Day offers a wonderful reason to enjoy the great outdoors. It's also a chance to highlight the significance of fish and aquatic resources, which play a crucial role in our communities by offering ecological, economic and social benefits.
Dear Angler,
Bill Dance, professional angler, author and television personality, once said, “The fishing is always good...even if the catching isn’t.” Bill is one of the most recognizable fishing professionals of the modern era with a career that began in the 1970s and continues today. Built on the premise of having a life that he “didn’t need a vacation from,” his quote was meant to inspire us to “go fishing,” regardless of the outcome. To Bill, me, and countless others, fishing matters for many reasons. It can be a social activity, can link generations, has proven physical and mental health benefits and provides a connection to nature. Fishing transcends social, cultural and political boundaries, and most importantly, it can be done without a phone!
On June 18, we have an opportunity to celebrate fishing by participating in National Go Fishing Day. Whether fishing is a new hobby to you or you’re a seasoned pro, make time to grab a pole and hit the water! Get out with family and friends or recharge in solitude. Put the electronics down and spend some time on the water.
— Matt Cochran, Fisheries Director
Share Your Thoughts and Experiences
You can join the conversation on social media about what fishing means to you.
- Post your favorite fishing photo.
- Share this page along with your thoughts.
- Tag your post with #NationalGoFishingDay.
