There's a famous phrase that states, "A bad day of fishing is still better than a good day at work." New York State is having a free fishing dayIn New York, you need a license to fish. It's part of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's "Free Fishing Day." “Free fishing days are the perfect time for newcomers to learn to freshwater fish or for experienced anglers to bring others outdoors to enjoy the many abundant waterways across New York.” - DEC Commissioner Amanda LeftonThis year it coincides with another special dayThe free fishing day this year will coincide with another special day, "National Hunting and Fishing Day." There will be one more free fishing day coming up before the end of the year on Veterans' Day (November 11) in New York, too.