When is National Go Fishing Day?
June 18th is National Go Fishing Day.
What is National Go Fishing Day?
Get the tackle box ready, and finish up that lure. You can fish any ol’ day of the year, but National Go Fishing Day is set aside to celebrate the leisure and relaxation of recreational fishing.
There are plenty of reasons to go fishing. Catch and release fishing creates an avenue for rest and comradery without putting a dent in local populations. And, fishing for the dinner table is a great way to appreciate the value of food.
Recreational fishing is also a classic American channel for connecting with our kids and maintaining long friendships. Life gets busy. The quietude of fishing relaxes our mind and promotes reflection.
There are so many ways to enjoy this day. Fresh-water fishing, fly fishing, surf fishing from the beach or a pier, they all count. So whether you’re a pro angler or just hoping for some beginner’s luck, National Go Fishing Day is a good chance to get outdoors and
Fun facts about National Go Fishing Day!
- The U.S. has 1,154 native species of fish out of the 27,000 species in the world.
- Catfish have taste buds all over their body. A human has about 10,000 taste buds, but catfish have anywhere from 100,000 to 175,000 separate taste buds.
- Hunters and anglers pay for most fish and wildlife conservation programs simply through the sales of licenses and taxes on their equipment.
- A 2001 national survey found more than 33 million anglers over the age of 15, with an average of 17 fishing days per year.
How to celebrate National Go Fishing Day:
Grab your fishing license and hit the river, or the lake, or the pond, wherever it is you like to throw out a line. Enjoy some solitude or take a buddy.
What’s the hashtag for National Go Fishing Day?
Use #NationalGoFishingDay on social media to share your catch.