Get a Fishing License

A Pennsylvania Fishing license is your ticket to experience Pennsylvania waterways.
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Visit us at HuntFish.PA.gov to buy fishing licenses and launch permits for paddling.
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Which License / Permit do I need?

Everyone needs a fishing license in order to fish, but what about fishing permits? Check out which we would recommend.
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Learn more about how you can directly support our work in enhancing habitat, protecting waterways, saving threatened and endangered species and so much more.
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Want to Learn?

Find a free training or other event near you.

September 20, 2025

Intro to Fly-Fishing

Time: 08:30-17:00
Cost:
October 4, 2025

Italian Lake Fishing Day

Time: 10:00-13:00
Cost:
October 11, 2025

BAPL Family Fishing

Time: 14:00-15:00
Cost:
October 28, 2025

Good Habitat = Good Fishing

Time: 09:30-11:30
Cost:
October 28, 2025

Good Habitat = Good Fishing

Time: 15:00-17:00
Cost: