Fishing

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Fish farming in Wisconsin

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Hooked on Wisconsin anglers' club

Please note: Due to staff scheduling and resources, receiving your Anglers' Club materials may take a little longer. We appreciate your patience.  Wisconsin is a great state for fishing. Every year, anglers head out across the state, wetting a…

Places to fish in Wisconsin

Looking for a place to wet a line? You’ve come to the right place. Whether it’s a lake, stream, river, or pond, Wisconsin offers a variety of fishing opportunities for experts and novices alike.

Urban and community fishing

Several ponds are designated as urban fishing waters to make fishing opportunities more readily available and encourage more people, especially youngsters, to go fishing. Regulations that apply to these ponds are found in the Guide to Wisconsin…

Places to take kids fishing - Know before you go

Children should be accompanied by a responsible adult(s). The adult(s) are required to have a license. Don't have your own equipment? Try out our tackle loaner program. Check the Guide to Wisconsin Hook and Line fishing regulations. Plan on…

Fishing equipment for loan

No fishing rod? No problem! We have fishing equipment you can borrow at several DNR offices and state parks and facilities. There is no charge to borrow the equipment -- just enjoy your day of fishing in Wisconsin and return the equipment in the…

Fishing equipment for loan - contacts

These are tackle loaner locations and contact listings in Wisconsin, arranged by county. To locate the site nearest you or where you plan to fish, scroll down the page to find a county that suits you. Please return the loaner equipment in the…

Get started fishing

Fishing in Wisconsin is an adventure. If you haven't fished before, it might seem a little daunting. We've gathered some of our best tips and resources to help you get started. Fishing Season Dates Wisconsin has something to fish 365 days a year.…

Angler education instructor certification

Angler Education Instructors provide a range of clinics and programs in a variety of places. The DNR provides teaching materials to certified instructors, along with tips that help instructors tailor their programs to meet the needs of the groups…