Try it, you will be hooked!

Whether you’re chasing stripers along the coast or casting for trout in the mountains, or just enjoying your favorite fishing spot, now is the perfect time to experience the fun of fishing in Virginia!

Today and tomorrow (June 6th & 7th), anglers can fish without purchasing a fishing license during Virginia’s Free Fishing Days.

It’s a great opportunity to introduce a family member or friend to the sport and spend time outdoors together.

During Free Fishing Days:

  • No fishing license is required for recreational rod-and-reel fishing.
  • No facility permits are needed.
  • Fishing is permitted on stocked trout waters, including 2,900+ miles of trout streams and many lakes, ponds, and reservoirs.

Please remember that all fishing regulations, including size limits, seasons, catch limits, and gear restrictions, remain in effect.

Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) fishing areas will still require applicable fees.

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River Report: 6-2-23

In this edition of the Shenandoah River Reports, Mark Frondorf updates us on river conditions, and if you’ve ever wanted to go fishing but don’t know how to start, Mark points you in the right direction. It’s also a weekend of Free Fishing Days in Virginia. Our reports are brought to you by Front Royal Outdoors. Let Don Roberts and his crew get you out on the South Fork this Summer! Visit https://frontroyaloutdoors.com to find out more!

River Report: 6-4-21

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In this edition of our twice-weekly Shenandoah River Reports, our own Riverkeeper Mark Frondorf give you a heads-up on Free Fishing Days in Virginia through Sunday. Our River Reports are sponsored by Front Royal Outdoors. Let Don Roberts help you stay cool on the beautiful South Fork this weekend, when temps will be in the 90s! Visit them at https://frontroyaloutdoors.com