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Learn to fish

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Learn to fish

Hook, Line and Sinker

This FREE program teaches kids how to fish!

We'll teach casting and fishing basics, and can provide you with a fishing pole to use if you don't have your own.

Outdoor Skills Academy

The Outdoor Skills Academy classes and clinics provide a more in-depth skill development opportunity for teens and adults.

The classes are offered for a fee and require registration free. 

Family Friendly Fishing

Fishing spots that are family friendly, easy to access and have a high likelihood of catching fish.

Fishing home page

Visit the fishing home page for more information about fishing in Michigan.

Free Fishing Weekends

Two weekends each year are designated as Free Fishing Weekend. No license needed!

Great Lakes fishing

Prime fishing sites on the Great Lakes and times of year when great opportunities exist.

Kid-friendly fishing information

Find fun activities for kids and sign up for our Fish Bites newsletter, dedicated to kids.

License information

Information on who needs a license, how much they cost and where you can buy them.

Trout Trails

Biologist-verified great trout waters with site descriptions, regulations and more.

Weekly fishing report

This weekly report is intended to give you an idea of fishing conditions around the state.