National Hunting and Fishing Day is Saturday, September 24th, and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division has a great line-up of FREE events organized across the state.

Here are FREE ways you can get out and celebrate this Saturday.

FREE Fishing on National Hunting and Fishing Day

Yes, that’s right. It’s FREE fishing for all Georgia residents all day long. You don’t need a fishing or trout license to fish on National Hunting and Fishing Day.

FREE Scheduled Events Throughout the State

Enjoy one of the 10 scheduled FREE events held across the state. There will be family oriented activities, including archery and air rifle shooting, trout fishing, snake shows, wildlife programs, exhibits and more. Click here for a full schedule of events.

Director of the Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division, Rusty Garrison, states

It is a great way to introduce youth and newcomers to outdoor sports while teaching them about the important role that hunting and fishing have for Georgia’s wildlife conservation programs.

Our WRD has a great line-up of FREE events scheduled.  Hope to see you all out this Saturday to celebrate!