How to Get Started

The water is waiting for you. Choose your adventure and follow our simple guides.

What to Know About Fishing

Going fishing in PA is easy, whether it’s your first time, your first time in years, or your first time since last week.

What to Know About Paddling

Hopping on or in a kayak, canoe or paddleboard is a fun, easy and inexpensive way to get out and experience what Pennsylvania’s waterways have to offer.

Tips for Families

Catch your biggest fish, boat on new waters and make unforgettable family memories.

Fishing and...

Double the fun by pairing fishing with another great outdoor activity or experience.

Get Your Fishing License

Whether you like to hike near them, camp near them, boat on them or go fishing – your Pennsylvania Fishing license is your ticket to experience Pennsylvania waterways.

Start with the Experts

Find a free training or other event near you.

April 28, 2025

Good Habitat = Good Fishing

Time: 9:00 am-1:45 pm
Location: Bald Eagle State Park, Howard
Cost:
May 3, 2025

Family Fishing Program and Lunch

Time: 11:00 am-4:00 pm
Cost:
May 21, 2025

Kayak Fishing

Time: 12:00 pm-3:00 pm
Location: Bald Eagle State Park, Howard
Cost: