AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Enjoy free fishing in Texas and New Mexico this weekend.
State parks and wildlife departments allow anyone to fish without a license to promote getting outside, enjoying nature and allow first-timers to try fishing.
Free Fishing Day in Texas
Fish public waterways across Texas this Saturday, June 7.
The one day event is celebrated annually on the first Saturday in June for Texans and out-of-state visitors.
“Free Fishing Day is an annual event that encourages Texans to get outdoors, enjoy nature, and go fishing with family and friends. Our hope is that experienced anglers will use this opportunity to take others fishing and share their knowledge, skills, equipment and love of the sport to recruit new anglers,” said Tim Birdsong, director of Inland Fisheries at T