The following information has been supplied by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry:
Canadian residents can fish without buying a fishing licence this Family Day Weekend, which runs Feb. 14 to 16.
These are a few of the ice-fishing events that families can enjoy this weekend:
? The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters Family Ice Fishing Day on Feb. 14,
10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Rotary Park on Chemong Lake, Ennismore
? The Dryden Winter Festival Ice Fishing Derby on Feb. 16, noon to 5 p.m.
Before venturing out:
? Check ice conditions with local ice hut operators or other anglers.
? Let others know where you’re planning to fish and when you plan to return.
? Appropriate clothing and equipment are critical to safety and comfort. Many anglers wear floatation suits and carry a set of ice picks.
So get outside and enjoy some fresh air this weekend in communities across the province.
