Does Missouri provide “free” fishing like other states?
And where can I go to fish? A: Yes, Free Fishing Days have been around in Missouri for a number of years. There’s actually a permit exemption in Chapter 5 of the Wildlife Code which says, “Any person may fish without permit, trout permit and prescribed area daily tag during the free fishing days. Free fishing days are the Saturday and Sunday following the first Monday in June.” If you’ve always wanted to try trout fishing, but didn’t want to spring for the daily tag at one of the trout parks, or the trout permit required for other waters, June 8 and 9 present a perfect opportunity. If you have out-of-state guests or relatives visiting that weekend, take them fishing. Although no permit is required for June 8 and 9, all other regulations (methods, creel and length limits, etc.) apply. For details, see Chapter 6 of the Wildlife Code, which is available from Conservation Department offices, permit vendors and online. Keep in mind that residents over the age of 65 and everyone under the ag
