February 17th is a perfect family fun day. Start off at the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) Family Ice Fishing Event and end the day at the Hunting & Fishing Heritage Centre.
The 9th Annual Family Ice Fishing Day is your opportunity to try your hand at ice fishing without needing a license. It is a free event, all equipment and bait is provided and there is a prize for every child!
All the fun takes place on Chemong Lake in Bel Rotary Park. Dress warmly; pack a lunch and some snacks. Oh, and don’t forget to bring your toboggan to enjoy the hills after fishing.
Ontario Family Fishing Events offer an opportunity for families to fish Ontario waters without the usual paperwork. The Ontario Government designates two periods throughout the year as license-free – the Family Day Weekend in February and a full nine days in July that coincides with National Fishing Week.
What a great way to introduce your family to fishing. Plan to attend on February 17th or watch for other fishing festivals, clinics, derbies and workshops hosted across the province throughout the year. To find an event near you, visit www.ontariofamilyfishing.com.
Source: https://www.ofah.org/familyfishing/
…And After Ice Fishing
After Ice fishing, or if ice fishing is not for you, be sure to visit the OFAH Hunting and Fishing Heritage Centre in Peterborough.
Activities for the whole family will include:
- Excalibur Archery Range
- Stoeger Airgun Range
- Lure making, 2D fly tying and casting challenge
- Scavenger hunt
- Crafts and games
- Unique wildlife displays
- Movie in the amphitheater
- Fish feeding frenzy in the giant fish aquarium.
- Free BBQ (12-2) with hot chocolate
Admission and all activities are FREE on February 17th, 2018. All the fun takes place between 10 am and 4 pm at the Centre at 4601 Guthrie Drive, Peterborough.
Source: https://www.ofah.org/familyfishing/
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