The license, for sale at all license vendors or online, is consistent with a recommendation of the 2006 Hunting and Fishing License Package Work Group that studied the state's hunting and fishing license structure, explained DNRE fisheries biologist Todd Grischke. A bill creating the license was recently approved by the Legislature and signed by Gov. Jennifer M.
Granholm.
"Previously, anglers could only choose between a one-day license and a season license," Grischke said. "We believe this will just make it a little easier for people who are planning a long weekend fishing trip or visiting from out of state."
The 72-hour license costs $21 (or $9 for resident seniors) and is valid for all species.
To get more information about fishing in Michigan - including licensing options and guidelines, fish identification, information about state hatcheries and the weekly fishing report - visit www.michigan.gov/fishing.
The DNRE is committed to the conservation, protection, management and accessible use of the state's environment, natural resources and related economic interests for current and future generations. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/dnre.
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