National Fishing & Boating Week: June 6–14, 2026

National Fishing and Boating Week, a national celebration of fishing and boating, is the perfect reason to get out on the water and experience the joys of boating and fishing. Coinciding with most state's free fishing days, National Fishing and Boating Week occurs each year during the first full week of June.

Time spent fishing and boating is a great opportunity to talk, laugh, relax, reconnect and create good memories with friends and family.

How can you celebrate?

• In Georgia, there are two FREE fishing days held during National Fishing and Boating Week: June 6, 2026, June 13 2026. What does a free fishing day mean? On these days, Georgia residents do not need a fishing license or a trout license to fish.
• Georgia also offers one additional FREE fishing day on September 26, 2026 on National Hunting and Fishing Day!
• Additionally, there are dozens of kids fishing events held this week, especially on the weekend. Take your child to one of these events, especially if you or your child, is new to fishing. Great way to meet people, get expert advice and spend time together.