The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) will offer free fishing on June 11.
The TWRA holds an annual Free Fishing Day in hopes of increasing interest in the sport. The day allows anyone the opportunity to try this great outdoor activity, especially children. Children ages 15 and younger may fish without a license beginning on Free Fishing Day through the following Friday (June 17).
The fishing day and week are annual events in Tennessee, and are great opportunities to introduce children to the enjoyment and excitement of a day on the water catching fish. The TWRA is among several organizations planning special fishing events, primarily for youngsters. The TWRA annually stocks several thousand pounds of fish for various events.
Free Fishing Day and Week apply to Tennessee’s public waters, TWRA owned and operated lakes, and state park facilities. Some privately owned pay lakes continue to charge during this special day and week. Anglers may consult with lake operators if there are any questions about a particular facility
Meanwhile, the annual Pea Ridge Kids Fishing Rodeo will be held at the big pond in the Pea Ridge Wildlife Management Area on Saturday, June 11 from 7 a.m. - noon. Kids through age 15 may participate. Lunch, soft drinks, and prizes will be available for the kids.
Edgar Evins State Park will host the first Annual Children’s Fishing Tournament on Saturday June 18 for children 12 and under only. Meet at the picnic shelters, registration is from 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. The tournament starts at 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. For more information email brad.halfacre @tn.gov or call 931-858-2114.