You Do Not Need a License If You Are: A Florida resident fishing from land or a structure fixed to the land – a pier, bridge, dock, floating dock, jetty or similar structure – but not from a boat. A Florida resident who is 65 years old or older.

Anglers and hunters are required by law to present the original paper copy of their fishing or hunting license to a game warden upon request. A scanned copy version carried in a smart phone will not suffice.

You can purchase an Oregon fishing license online or at an ODFW license vendor.

The cost of obtaining a fishing license from a Walmart in Florida is $17.50. This is the price for a one-year license for fishing in freshwater or saltwater. A one-year combination license, however, costs $30.50. A “shoreline” license is also available to residents for free.

Freshwater Fishing Licenses

Yes, it is possible to purchase a fishing license at Walmart stores across the United States. For example, in Florida a 3 day non-resident fishing license costs the same as a resident annual fishing license ($17 at time of writing).

Florida Keys Key West is a favorite among fishers, being one of the best saltwater fishing spots in Florida. The calm waters and flats surrounding the island make it the perfect place to start your fishing. Many people will rent a boat and explore the channels of Cudjoe Key for a fishing experience of a lifetime.

Florida is the “Fishing Capital of the World” because of its great resources and responsible management. Quality fisheries throughout Florida comprise more than 7,700 lakes, 10,550 miles of rivers and 2,276 miles of tidal shoreline.