It’s time to buy your 2015 Michigan fishing license – and other fun spring items

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Fishing in Michigan


2015 Michigan Fishing License

Angler fishing for steelhead in Michigan

Attention all anglers, a new fishing license season begins April 1!

Michigan’s fishing licenses were restructured in 2014 – there are five options to choose from when making your purchase. All fishing licenses are good for all species.

• Resident Annual - $26
• Non-Resident Annual - $68
• Senior Annual (for residents age 65 or older) - $11
• 24-Hour (resident or non-resident) - $10
• 72-Hour (resident or non-resident) - $30

Residents and non-residents can also purchase the Hunt/Fish combo license for $76 and $266 respectively that consists of a base license, annual fishing license, and two deer tags. A base license is not required when just purchasing a fishing license. There is also a Hunt/Fish combo license available to senior residents for $43.

Ready to buy? Start online at michigan.gov/fishing


Going fishing for Spring Break

Going fishing for spring break

Looking for something fun to do as a family this Spring Break? Why not go fishing? There are numerous opportunities to plan a trip, whether you visit a Family Friendly Fishing Water, head to a state park, or venture to your favorite fishing hole!

Head out this spring and enjoy the bountiful fishing opportunities in Michigan – you’ll be glad you did!

Start planning your trip online!


Conversations & Coffee

2015 Conversations & Coffee events

Join Fisheries Division staff this spring to discuss local and statewide fisheries management activities and concerns. "Conversations & Coffee with DNR Fisheries Division" will take place in each of the eight management units that oversee Michigan's fisheries. The purpose of these forums is to meet managers and biologists, to discuss local issues and management activities, and to get specific questions answered.

These informal forums will also make information available on local and statewide regulations impacting anglers. Refreshments will be provided.

More details, including locations, dates and times are available online.


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