It’s easy to add fishing to any outdoor outing this summer. Whether it’s a quick trip or a whole weekend, take the tackle along and explore the great outdoors with your favorite people.
“Make sure a rod and reel are part of any weekend plans,” said Tyler Stubbs, Iowa DNR community fisheries biologist. “Take a break by the water, throw in a line, and create memories that you can relive every time you’re together.”
Fishing is the perfect way to escape and recharge. Iowa is blessed with rivers, lakes and neighborhood ponds statewide. Get tips to help you get started fishing on the DNR website at www.iowadnr.gov/take-tackle-along.
“Many newer athletic complexes have fishing areas nearby,” explains Stubbs. “The excitement doesn't have to end when you step off the field. Make fishing part of your post-game routine, helping you relax and refocus.”
Get hooked on fishing during free fishing weekend June 5-7
Iowa residents can try fishing without buying a license on June 5, 6 and 7 as part of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) free fishing weekend. All other regulations remain in place.
Free fishing weekend is a great time to learn how to fish, take your family fishing, or introduce a friend to fishing. Fun, hands-on fishing events will be offered across Iowa to help families new to fishing get started. Find a free fishing weekend event near you on the DNR website at www.iowadnr.gov/fishing.
Keep the fun going all summer long by buying a fishing license. It’s easy to buy a fishing license with the DNR Go Outdoors Iowa online licensing system at https://license.gooutdoorsiowa.com/Licensing/CustomerLookup.aspx. You can download the public Go Outdoors IA mobile app for iPhone and Android devices to buy and store your fishing license, so you will always have access to your license no matter where you are. Yearly, seven-day, or 24-hour fishing licenses are available.