(Indianapolis, IN) - The last free fishing day of the year in Indiana is coming up.

According to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, the final "no cost" fishing day is this Saturday, September 27th, where a license or a trout/salmon stamp is not needed to fish public waters in Indiana. 

Free fishing days are meant as an opportunity to learn how to fish, take family members fishing, or introduce a friend to fishing for the first time, DNR said.  People who enjoy free fishing days are encouraged to consider purchasing a fishing license in order to fish throughout the entire year.

The license year runs from April 1st through March 31st of the following year.  DNR said license sales help support research, habitat management, public access, fish stocking, and education programs.