Don’t forget they expired 6/30 unless you bought one since they’ve gone to 1 yr from date of purchase. I was very close to possibly having a very expensive fishing trip tonight. 
'07 198 DLX Carolina Skiff
FS90 Suzuki
Free fishing tomorrow … No license necessary …
https://www.dnr.sc.gov/news/yr2012/june28/june28_free.html
** Archived Article - please check for current information. **
June 26, 2012
4th of July now also marks Free Fishing Day in South Carolina
Have you ever felt the excitement of watching your bobber suddenly jiggle, then dive out of sight? Or feeling the tap-tap-tap of a bass as it tastes the worm on the end of your line? What’s that? You say you never learned to fish? If you are new to the sport of fishing, and not sure if you will enjoy it, a great opportunity awaits you.
The South Carolina General Assembly recently passed a new law designating July 4th as Free Fishing Day. All South Carolina residents may fish free in freshwater on July 4 without a recreational license. Also included in the bill was free fishing on Memorial Day. All fishing regulations, such as bag and size limits and gear restrictions remain in place during Free Fishing Days.
“It’s a chance for families to get outdoors and experience the joys of fishing,” said bill sponsor Sen. Darrell Jackson (D-Dist. 21). “And Free Fishing Days provide a great, low-cost way to give fishing a try.”
So you need some instruction to land the big one? The S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has a series of Family Fishing Clinics around the state. The clinics are an introductory class and will teach skills on how to tie fishing knots, how to rig a rod and reel, casting and more and the best part is everyone will get to try their hand at fishing. Participants will learn how and where to fish and have someone to fish with to become confident anglers.
Family Fishing Clinics are free of charge.
The clinics are sponsored by the DNR Aquatic Education Section and are designed to introduce the basics of fishing to the young and old or those who need a refresher to the basics of fishing to increase their future participation in the sport.
Register online or for more information regarding an upcoming Family Fis
If you are older than dirt, fishing is free year-round.
Rick K
2310 Polar Bay Boat
Yamaha 250 4 Stroke
How long do I have to live for that?
Bob Van Gundy
Marine Designs,Inc.
Custom Aluminum Fabrication
803-727-4069
I am older than dirt, but still required to have license. However, you can purchase a lifetime combo license from DNR for $9. You have to do it by mail and takes about 2 weeks to get it.
You can go to the Fort Johnson and get your lifetime in 5 minutes. The door way will accommodate a walker.
You can get a grattis lic. at 64!
WooHoo! Only 2 more years to go.
Bob Van Gundy
Marine Designs,Inc.
Custom Aluminum Fabrication
803-727-4069
quote:
Originally posted by Happy BobWooHoo! Only 2 more years to go.
Bob Van Gundy
Marine Designs,Inc.
Custom Aluminum Fabrication
803-727-4069
Actually, if I’m reading this right, you can get a free license at 64, just as long as you are 75. LOL
Still can’t beat that combo license for $9 that WallyB referred to though. Always thought our resident license prices were the best deal in town.
Interesting that lifetime license prices are the same for a 16 yo as a 63 yo.
'07 198 DLX Carolina Skiff
FS90 Suzuki
I got my lifetime license in the mail yesterday less than 7 days after I mailed it off. It was $9 and i have fishing, salt water, hunting, big game, turkey, waterfowl,bait hooks,and wma. the only thing I have to buy is the Shrimping permit. then again; i am an old fart.will be 65 in august.
Bobby, you don’t need a shrimp permit to go to charleston and buy shrimp. What you do on bulls bay would only qualify as shrimping if you actually put shrimp in your cooler.
Wellcraft V-20 sportfish with a 200 Evinrude
I have caught more 48qt coolers of big shrimp in bulls bay than you can count. however; I do agree with you. i always have plan B. if the shrimp are not around I can always call Mr Rut at Carolina Seafood and pick up a 50 or 100# box. too expensive to pull the boat; fill it up; fill up the truck and haul your butt to Charleston and not come back with shrimp. then again; you rich yankess just do not understand common sense. hope you and the family are doing great. I need you to come show me how to catch these (**() stripers.
I will probably do a trip down when the 5 and done is over. I also have to sell the boat. Pennsylvania makes it tough to bring my untitled trailer back here.
Wellcraft V-20 sportfish with a 200 Evinrude
just let me know. we can always use my boat. as you know it is outfitted for whatever.