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May 11, 2017
Contact: Elyse Walter, 517-284-5839
Experience #MiFreeFishingWeekend June 10-11 and enjoy the outdoors
Grab a fishing rod and enjoy some of the finest fishing Michigan has to offer during the 2017 Summer Free Fishing Weekend, June 10-11. That Saturday and Sunday, everyone – residents and non-residents alike – can fish without a license, though all other fishing regulations still apply.
 Additionally, during #MiFreeFishingWeekend the DNR will waive the regular Recreation Passport entry fee for vehicle access to Michigan’s 103 state parks and recreation areas. Several of these locations will host official 2017 Summer Free Fishing Weekend events perfect for the whole family.
Michigan celebrated summer’s #MiFreeFishingWeekend every year since 1986 as a way to promote awareness of the state's vast aquatic resources. With more than 3,000 miles of Great Lakes shoreline, tens of thousands of miles of rivers and streams and 11,000 inland lakes – Michigan and fishing are a perfect match.
“Being outdoors and enjoying Michigan’s world-class fisheries never gets old,” said Jim Dexter, DNR Fisheries Division chief. “We encourage avid anglers to consider inviting a new angler out for this year’s Summer Free Fishing Weekend to show them how simple and fun it can be.”
Official summer #MiFreeFishingWeekend activities are being scheduled in communities across the state to assist with public participation. These activities are coordinated by a variety of organizations including constituent groups, schools, local and state parks, businesses and others. A full list of these events can be found online at michigan.gov/freefishing.
/Note to editors: Accompanying photos are available below for download. Suggested captions follow.
2017SummerFFW-promo1.jpg: Michigan offers exceptional fishing. Experience it for yourself during the 2017 Summer Free Fishing Weekend June 10-11.
2017SummerFFW-promo2.jpg: Grab some friends to join in #MiFreeFishingWeekend June 10-11.
2017SummerFFW-promo3.jpg: During the weekend of June 10-11 (Michigan's annual #MiFreeFishingWeekend), give a kid the outdoors experience of a lifetime./
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state’s natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. For more information, go to www.michigan.gov/dnr.
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