Changes to Panfish Enforcement Waters—view regs.

Changes to Miscellaneous Regulations—view regs.

Changes to Stocked Trout Waters—view trout fishing regs.

2018 Mentored Youth Fishing—view Mentored Youth Program info.

• March 24 (regional) and
• April 7 (statewide)

2018 FISHING DATES
Regional Opening Day of Trout – March 31
Statewide Opening Day of Trout – April 14
Opening Day of Walleye/Sauger – May 5
Opening Day of Bass – June 16
Extended Trout Season – September 4

FISH-FOR-FREE DAYS are Your Fishing Holidays

• Sunday, May 27, 2018, and
• Independence Day — Wednesday, July 4, 2018
  No fishing license is needed to fish on either of these days. It’s a great way to introduce someone to the world of fishing. Check the Calendar section of our website to find events. Remember that all other regulations apply.