Learn to Ice Fish Event

What: Kids Learn to Ice Fish Day with the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC and Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Okanagan Fisheries Section

When:  Sunday, February 23

Time:  10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Where:  Yellow Lake

To get to Yellow Lake, take the turnoff at Hwy 3A towards Keremeos.

The event takes place at the south end of the lake.

Who:  Local families, ice fishing instructors, and volunteers from the

Details:  In response to ice fishing’s growing popularity, The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC and the BC Ministry of Forests, Land and Natural Resource Operations are hosting a free kids Learn to Ice Fish day at Yellow Lake. All ice fishing equipment and instruction is provided. Ice augers and sleds to carry gear will all be provided as well.

Lessons throughout the day will demonstrate how to cut holes in the ice and a variety of ice fishing techniques. Families will be able to fish and catch rainbow trout. Members from the Penticton Flyfishers, BC Wildlife Federation, Oceola Fish & Game Club and other clubs will be providing hands on assistance to participants, helping with bait, gear and fishing tips and techniques.

Anglers 16 and older will require a valid BC Freshwater Fishing Licence, Kids 15 and younger can fish without a licence.