Fishing license

[GEOFISHNJ]

Do I need a freshwater license this year since nothing was stocked. I’m 69 years old

[EJS]

Do I need a freshwater license this year since nothing was stocked. I’m 69 years old

Laughing... yes, you need a license. I think the sr. license is $12.50. They stocked, it just all went out in a 2-3 week time frame! Just think, next year fishing is free for you! :D

[thmyorke1]

Yes, they did stock. And even if they did none I would bet they would keep licenses mandatory.

https://www.njfishandwildlife.com/fishneed.htm
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LICENSE EXCEPTIONS

NJ Residents Age 70 and Over - State residents 70 and older are exempt from fishing license and Trout Stamp requirements. A driver license or other acceptable proof of age containing date of birth and physical description will function as the actual fishing license/trout stamp for New Jersey residents 70 and over.
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