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      The Town of RIGA -  The First Pioneers of Monroe County                                                                                                          

  FISHING LICENSE INFORMATION



 

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          NEW YORK RESIDENTS

                                        A License is valid from October 1st through September 30th. Everyone must have a valid fishing license in their possession while fishing, except for -
Persons under 16 years of age.

FEE:   $19.00   You may purchase your license at the Town Hall.

One-day Fishing $15.00 
Seven-day Fishing $12.00
Free fishing days

Each year, the last full weekend in June is designated as Free Fishing Days in New York State. During those two days, anyone can fish New York State waters, and no fishing license is required.

This event started in 1991 to allow all people the opportunity to sample the incredible fishing New York State has to offer. Since no license is required, it is a perfect time to take a friend or relative fishing. This year New York State’s Free Fishing Days are Saturday and Sunday, June 28 and 29.

In October 2002, new license fees went into effect. The following is a list of the new fees for fishing licenses in New York State.

License Type Resident Fee

Senior (65+/Military disability) $5

Annual Fishing $19

7-day Fishing $12

Includes Fishing

Sportsman $37

Super Sportsman $68

Conservation Legacy $76

License Type Non-Resident Fee

Annual Fishing $40

7-day Fishing $25

Super Sportsman $250

Special Stamps Resident & Non-Resident Fee

One-day Fishing License $15

The Riga Town Clerk is a DEC selling agent. All licenses can be obtained at the Town Clerk’s office, payable with cash or check. If you would like to speak to someone in the clerk’s office please call 293-3880 ext 121.

For other Department of Environmental Conservation information, check out its website
at www.dec.state.ny.us.
Kimberly Pape, Town Clerk