Fishing license 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the fishing license application in the editor.
2. Begin by checking the appropriate box for either 'NEW' or 'RENEWAL' at the top of the form.
3. Fill in your full name, date of birth, and either your SSN or Tax ID in the designated fields.
4. Provide your mailing address, including county, city, state, and zip code. Ensure all information is accurate for correspondence.
5. List all places of docking along with the city and marina or docking area where you operate.
6. Indicate whether you are a 'Boat Guide Only', 'Boat and Ice Guide', or 'Ice Guide Only' by checking the corresponding box.
7. Enter your boat's name, OH number or federal document number, Coast Guard license number, length in feet, and expiration date.
8. Specify the number of ice shanties and their general location if applicable.
9. Attach a check for $50.00 made payable to ODNR Division of Wildlife and ensure you sign and date the application before submission.

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